2002 Beneteau Oceanis Clipper 423 Dealer listing

The Oceanis 423, unveiled in 2002, is based on the design of Beneteau’s successful 473 and features the latest innovation of Beneteau in the field of cruising pleasure: exceptional lighting thanks to the panoramic hatch and 6’9″ headroom in the saloon, owner’s island berth, ensuite head with separate shower in the fore cabin and a deck plan designed for utmost pleasure under sail or at anchor. “Huaka’i” is the spacious 2-cabin/2-head layout, creating a large double-settee dining area with a galley that opens into a wonderful space that is fully functional, even when underway.

In 2003, a Sail Magazine review noted, “the 423’s considerable beam is carried well aft and allows for a wide cockpit; seats are teak trimmed, the coamings are tall enough and angled outboard for comfort, and the walk-through transom makes it easy to board the boat from a dinghy. The deck layout is efficient. Under sail the boat settled into a comfortable groove, was light and responsive to steer, and cut a smooth wake in the light winds of our test. With its smooth helm, surprisingly nimble hull, and attractive features, the 423 successfully offers more for less.”

Cruisers will love how well-equipped Huaka’i is, including Raymarine electronic package, 2 solar panels producing a whopping 600 Watts for long periods off-grid, Spectra watermaker, hooka dive compressor, flopper stopper, dinghy and outboard, a huge inventory of UV shades and covers for tropical sailing, and other cruiser-friendly extras, such as: UV dock filtration, dock cart, inflatable stand-up paddle board, and all the fishing gear you will need for casual cruising in Mexico.

Innumerable upgrades have been made by the last 2 owners, the most recent of which include: batteries, solar, and electrical systems (including new Lithium in 2022, new AGM Start battery in 2024, & new 3000W invertor); all sails like new, inspected, and/or updated in 2023; new standing rigging in 2015; new engine cooling system in 2025; and upgraded custom mattress in forward stateroom.

Huaka’i is a proven cruiser. She has traveled from the PNW south to Mexico and the South Pacific and is now back in Mexico in a single slip in Marina Vallarta, the marina closest to downtown Puerto Vallarta. At this time, the Marina has indicated that the slip is non-transferrable.

The current owner is also offering the extra option to negotiate a Mexican vehicle – a 2017 Kia Sportage –with the yacht.

This fully-equipped long-distance cruiser is waiting to take you on the adventure of a lifetime. Don’t miss out on this rare opportunity to own a truly exceptional boat, ready to create lasting memories on the water.

Special Features

• 10-ft. dinghy with outboard included
• Outfitted for fishing and adventure cruising
• Lots of recent upgrades
• Fully kitted for self-sufficiency on the water
• Tons of spares and extras

// DIMENSIONS

Builder: Beneteau USA

Designer: Groupe Finot

LOA: 43 ft 1 in

LWL: 38 ft 6 in

Beam: 12 ft 9 in

Draft: 6 ft

Displacement: 12 Ton / Full Load

Dry Weight: 19,500 lb

Bridge Clearance: 54.36 ft

Ballast: 5,836 lb

Keel: Fin

Hull Material: Fiberglass

// PROPULSION

Engine looks and runs like new. In 2025, owners replaced the entire cooling system including heat exchanger, exhaust elbow, all pumps and hoses plus exhaust hose. Also replaced motor mounts, reinforced the alternator bracket, added engine room cooling fans and engine room lights.

Engine Make: Volvo Penta D2-55A

Engine Year: 2002

Engine Power: 55

Engine Hours: 3500

Engine Type: Inboard

Engine Fuel: Diesel

Drive Type: Direct

Propeller: 3-Blade Feathering, Bronze, with rope cutter

Max Speed: 8.5 k

Cruising Speed: 7 k

Range: 400 nm

Gal / Hr (Max): 0.75

// TANKS

Fuel Tankage: 1 x 55 Gal (Plastic)

Water Tankage: 2 x 152 Gal (Plastic)

Holding Tankage: 2 x 35 Gal (Plastic)

// GALLEY

Refrigerator / Freezer: Frigoboat keel/fan cooled

Stove: 3 burner gimbaled with oven. 1 burner induction cooktop.

Cooking Fuel: Propane/electric

Sink: Double, stainless steel

Water: System

Saltwater: sink pump

Filtered: water sink pump

Hot: water (110vAC/engine/diesel furnace)

Microwave: Standard Sharp

// ACCOMMODATIONS

This exceptional yacht boasts molded raised bulwarks adorned with a classic teak caprail, robust amidships cleats perfect for securing spring lines, and elegant teak or stainless steel grab rails for added safety and style. The thoughtfully engineered external chain locker conceals a vertical windlass, while the sturdy stainless steel stemhead fitting features twin anchor rollers, ensuring easy anchoring. The sweptback double-spreader spars, deck-stepped for added stability, speaks to Beneteau’s commitment to sailing performance.

Step into the expansive cockpit and experience unrivalled comfort and functionality. The ergonomic fiberglass steering pedestal and console house a full Raymarine instrumentation package and a generously sized table with convenient folding leaves – ideal for entertaining or dining al fresco. There’s a large 42-inch stainless steel Destroyer-style wheel, wrapped in luxurious leather, with a helmsman’s seat that flips up to provide effortless access to transom steps and a refreshing hot water shower. Lewmar winches, positioned on the cockpit coamings, come standard as primary winches, and the spacious cockpit accommodates up to six guests with ease, so everyone can enjoy the journey. For seamless sail handling, all control lines are led aft, and additional Lewmar winches with stoppers are conveniently located port and starboard on the coachroof.

Below deck, the Beneteau 423 welcomes you with a breathtaking interior finished in Douka – a light, mahogany-family wood – accented by a warm cherry-stained varnish. Skylight hatches flood the salon with natural light, complemented by numerous opening ports and hatches for optimal ventilation. The crisp white vinyl headliner, supported by removable wood battens, adds a contemporary touch. For safety and offshore adventure, all interior floorboards and seat hatches are secured with locking devices and bolts.

Culinary enthusiasts will appreciate the starboard galley in the two-cabin model, designed for safe and efficient meal preparation underway. Enjoy the practicality of both front- and top-loading refrigeration, a gimbaled stove and induction cooktop, Granicoat countertops with attractive hardwood fiddles, ample storage in overhead lockers and under-stove drawers, and a built-in microwave nook.

The navigation station, situated to port, features a spacious chart desk with storage beneath, an outboard electrical panel, and dedicated space for navigation instrumentation.

Behind the nav station is a full head and shower, followed by the aft guest cabin, which offers an inviting athwartship double berth, a generous hanging locker, and a handy dressing seat.

The clever main saloon layout pushes the saloon right to the hull sides, maximizing living space. Storage is abundant, with louvered-door lockers outboard and a handsome bookshelf gracing the bulkhead. In the two-cabin configuration, enjoy a comfortable U-shaped dinette to starboard with wraparound seating, and a portside settee with additional storage above and behind.

At the bow, the luxurious owner’s stateroom features a superb centreline double berth and a portside settee, complete with a private ensuite head and separate shower stall for ultimate privacy and comfort. Hull-side shelves and generous under-berth drawers offer ample stowage, and the owners have additionally provided a custom, upgraded mattress.

// ELECTRONICS & NAVIGATION EQUIPMENT

Chartplotter: Simrad NSS 8

AIS Receiver / Transponder: Digital yacht AIT2000 Receiver/Transponder

SSB: Icom M802 SSB with Pactor modem

Radar: Simrad NSS8

Radar Alarm: Updated audio speaker

Radar Detector: Mast mounted

VHF: Standard Horizon GX2150 with AIS Display and Remote Mic

Autopilot: Raymarine ST6001+ with wireless remote

GPS: Built in antenna for NMEA data to radios

Compass: Helm

Depth Sounder: Raymarine ST60

Wind Speed & Direction: Raymarine ST60

Knot Meter & Log: Raymarine ST60

Rudder Angle: Autopilot

Hailer: Built into VHF radio

Stereo: Boss Bluetooth/USB with interior and exterior speakers

Cockpit Speakers: Yes

TV: JVC 32″

Wi-Fi / Starlink: Starlink

// ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

The batteries, solar, and electrical systems have been heavily upgraded including switches, fuses, etc. to be highly functional. A normal use day at anchor uses only 30% of battery capacity. Lightning protection runs from mast down to keel.

Batteries

x1: LiFePO4 Rebel, 400 Ah (2022)

x1: 12v AGM start battery (2024)

Battery Switch: Engine and house

Battery Monitor: Xantrex Link-10 E meter

Electrical System (AC / DC): 12vDC, 120vAC

Inverter: New 3,000 W Pure Sine Wave main. Plus 2 small inverters at helm for Starlink/Computer and V berth for CPAP.

Battery Charger: LiFePO4 40 amp

Smart Regulator: Morning Star TS-MPPT-45 amp

Solar Panels: x2 – 600 watts total

Dockside Cables: Dual Smart Plug shore power. One for AC, one for house loads.

Windvane: Monitor wind vane system installed for offshore steering.

Alternator: Balmar 150 amp with new Balmar regulator

Other: Galvonic Isolator

// SAILS

Very well configured sail platform that makes single-handed sailing a breeze and safe due to stack-pack style main. Running rigging in excellent condition and well found.

Main: Ballard Sails, 2015 – 3 reefs, fully battened, inspected 2023

#1 Genoa: Ballard Sails, 2013 – 130% Profurl Headsail Reefing/Furling system, inspected and new UV protection 2023

Staysail: Spectra, hank on w/ 1 reef point. Only used 2 times.

Storm Sail: Orange colored hank on Dacron. Never used.

Genniker: Beautiful North Sail on Profurl Spinex Top Down Furler

Winches

3: – Lewmar self tailing manual

1: – Lewmar self tailing electric

Preventer / Boom Break: Dutchman BB500

Boom Vang: Factory

Mast

Factory,: Deck-stepped

Mast: track upgraded to Tides Marine “Sail Track” System

Standing Rigging: Complete change 2015. Inspected regularly.

Lines Led Aft: All lines led aft. Set up for single handed sailing.

Whisker Pole: Carbon Fiber with Forespar UTS/UGPS Fittings on mast.

// DECK

Included are a lot of small common items that make cruising life easier: UV Dock filtration system, Folding dock cart, 4 extra diesel fuel jugs, Beach Umbrella, Polisher/buffer, pressure washer, Magma rail mounted BBQ with pizza stone.

Anchors

Rocna: – 175 ft chain, 250 ft rode

Fortress: #1 (aft rail) –20 ft chain, 200 ft rode

Large: Fortress #2 (stored)

Windlass: Lofrans Tigres 1200watt

Nav Lights: Upgraded LED

Deck/Spreader: Lights

Cockpit: LED mounted to Arch (Deck)

Mast: mounted Upgraded (Spreader)

Lifelines: Samson AS-78 Dyneema Rope Upgrade

Gates: Multiple

Ladders: Factory Fold Down

Pulpits: Bow

Dinghy: 10 ft Walker Bay Genesis SLR

Dinghy Outboard: Tohatsu 9.8 HP 4 Stroke

Dinghy Lift: Stainless Arch Davits

Deck Washdown: Built in wash down pump

Cockpit Shower: Factory

Covers: & Curtains

Dodger: with sun covers

Wheel: Cover

High: full Bimini cover with integrated sun covers

Covers: for all hatches

Cockpit: cushions (2)

Complete: custom boat cover (for long-term storage)

Mainsail: stack pack

Built-in: UV protection on Genoa (2023)

Bug: screens for all hatches/doors

Complete: dinghy cover and chaps

Many: other covers, tailored for shade in tropical conditions while underway.

// MECHANICAL

All systems function well and are maintained by a detailed owner.

Air Conditioner: Factory Cruise Air system with spare pump

Bilge: Pump

Cockpit: factory mounted (manual)

2: – factory with rebuild kits (electric)

Bilge Blower: Auto wired when engine running

Fire Extinguishing: Multiple

Fuel Filters: Racor with vacuum gauge

Fuel Shutoffs: Manual

Sea Water Pump: Yes

Head Type: Manual

Hot Water Heater: 6 gallon 110vAC/engine/diesel furnace

Watermaker: Spectra Ventura 150DX with all spars and filters

Thru Hulls: Bronze

Stabilizer: Magma flopper stopper system

Air Compressor: New Hooka type dive system

Other: Webasto 90ST hydronic heating system. 3 zones/thermostats with engine heat exchanger.

// SAFETY EQUIPMENT

Lifejackets: x4

Lifesling: Yes

Liferaft: Yes, stored in cockpit. High-end 6 person.

Liferings: Yes

EPIRB: 2 – One main one cockpit mounted and one in liferaft

MOB Detector: Digital Yacht Lifeguard MOB alarm.

Jacklines: Yes

Flares: Yes, lots

// ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT

2 Fishing Rods – One heavy deep sea pole and complete lures, etc. for underway trolling and one small casting rod.
Built in rod holders on stern for fishing underway.
Inflatable Stand up paddle board
Mexico cruising guides
All dishes, sheets, and household items included
Most tools stay on board
Cockpit cushions/pillows
Many spares including:
–> alternator
–> domestic water pump
–> AC pump
–> engine regulator
–> toilet rebuild items
–> bilge pump rebuild kits
–> outboard water pump/parts
–> many engine filter spares (10+ each fuel and oil)
Oil extraction pump

// EXCLUDED EQUIPMENT

Personal items
Any Sailrite sewing machine pictured is not included and no longer on board.
Any wind generator pictured has been removed.