30'7' Alan Buchanan Brabant

A Classic Beauty with a Big Heart
Meet SY Amanzi a 1964 steel cruiser designed by renowned naval architect Alan Buchanan. With her elegant lines and undeniable charm, shes not just a boat shes a lifestyle for the romantic sailing soul.
After 6 incredible years living aboard and crossing oceans, weve moved onto a larger vessel. Now, were looking for someone to write the next chapter of Amanzis story.
🛠️ Refitted & Reliable
We purchased Amanzi in 2018 from a dedicated owner who had lovingly cared for her for 15 years, including significant structural upgrades (documented).
3-month refit upon purchase (Cornwall, UK)
Major 11-month refit in Portugal (20212022) including steel hull work & upgrades
Full refit list and photos available on request
Voyage Proven: From Cornwall down the Atlantic European coast to the Canaries, West Africa (Cape Verde, Senegal, Gambia) and across the Atlantic to the Caribbean in 2024 Amanzi has always been a solid, dependable cruising companion and weve made incredible memories on her.
🛠 Needs TLC:
Antifouling
Topsides paint & coachroof varnish
Non-structural rust touch-up on toe rails

Ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on projects and bringing out a boats best

Engine & Power
Yanmar 1GM 9.9hp (2005)
1,000 hours, runs smoothly, easy maintenance
Solar: 2 100W panels
Wind Generator: Aerogen
Inverter: 500W pure sine
Batteries:
Starter Battery: 60Ah
House Battery: 115Ah (needs replacement)

Navigation & Electronics
Raymarine Chart Plotter
AIS (transmit receive)
Fixed VHF Handheld VHF

Sails & Rigging
2 Mainsails (2015 fair to good condition, one spare)
2 Genoas (2015 fair to good condition, one spare) on roller furler
1 Storm Jib (brand new)
Aluminium mast (deck stepped), in good condition and has steps
Aries Wind Vane (self-steering)

Interior Comfort & Layout
Amanzi is cozy, simple, and fully equipped for a simple life aboard:
Galley: Plastimo 2-burner stove oven, sink with freshwater foot pump
Saloon: 2 long sofas/berths, butterfly folding table, lots of storage
Navigation Table: With control panel and chart storage
Bow Cabin: V-berth
Heads: Manual toilet LAVAC tool storage area
Headroom: 1.75m throughout (slightly more in the galley)
Sleeping Capacity: Up to 4 people
Storeage: Former pilot berth space repurposed for storage, large storage for its size

Additional Equipment
Dinghy: Suzuki 2.2m (2021 very good condition)
Anchors:
15kg Manson Supreme
20kg Bruce
Spray Dodger (repaired in 2023)
2 Propane Gas Tanks
Water tanks: Built into hull, 125 liters capacity