Grand Banks 46 Europa Salty Spirit

1997 Grand Banks 46 Europa – “Salty Spirit”

Location: Seabrook, Texas

Broker: Burke Devereux – Little Yacht Sales

Email: burke@littleyachtsales.com

Full YouTube Walkthrough Video attached!

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Experience the Grand Banks Legacy – Own the Dream

Step aboard “Salty Spirit,” a 1997 Grand Banks 46 Europa that embodies the very essence of craftsmanship, confidence, and timeless beauty.

Built by American Marine Ltd. and designed by Ken Smith, this model remains one of the most sought-after trawlers ever produced — prized for her refined teak joinery, balanced hull form, and legendary seaworthiness.

She’s everything a true yachtsman desires: stability, safety, simplicity, and enduring style.

Equipped with Caterpillar 3126 diesels, Naiad hydraulic stabilizers, and Sleipner bow thruster, “Salty Spirit” delivers exceptional handling whether cruising offshore or easing into a tight slip. With effortless control from her twin helm stations, this Grand Banks makes every voyage feel calm, confident, and deeply enjoyable.

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Vessel Overview

• LOA: 46’ 0”


• Beam: 14’ 8”


• Draft: 4’ 3”


• Displacement: ~39,000 lbs


• Fuel: 900 gal


• Water: 315 gal


• Holding: 50 gal


• Builder: American Marine Ltd. (Malaysia)


• Designer: Ken Smith


• HIN: GNDF0188K697


• Official #: 1051367


• Port of Registry: Seabrook, TX

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Power & Performance

• Engines: Twin Caterpillar 3126 Diesels (420 HP each) – 3,020 hours


• Transmissions: Twin Disc MG-5061A (2.47:1) – Smooth shifting, reliable


• Generator: Northern Lights 12 kW (3,875 hrs) – Quiet, efficient, robust


• Naiad Stabilizers: Keep her level and steady in beam seas and following swells


• Bow Thruster: Effortless low-speed control and docking confidence


• Bennett Trim Tabs: Optimize ride comfort at any speed


• Dual Racor Fuel Filters: for redundancy and clean fuel delivery


• LasDrop Dripless Shaft Seals: for dry, clean bilges

Result: A beautifully balanced trawler that cruises smoothly, quietly, and confidently — even in challenging conditions.

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Accommodations & Layout

Inside, “Salty Spirit” feels like home afloat — warm teak joinery, panoramic salon windows, and the craftsmanship Grand Banks is known for.

• Forward Master Cabin: with V-berth and private head with separate shower


• Guest Cabin: to Port with adjacent guest head to starboard


• Spacious Salon: with comfortable settee, full galley up, and lower helm


• Aft Deck Access: through double teak doors — seamless indoor/outdoor flow


• Air Conditioning: Two 16,000 BTU Dometic self-contained systems

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Galley & Domestic Systems

• Stove: Princess 120 V Two-Burner


• Refrigeration: SeaFrost (2 Refrigerators + 1 Freezer, 120 V)


• Drawer Refrigerators/Freezers: Vitrifrigo on Flybridge


• Water Heater: Whale 20 gal


• Watermaker: Matrix (not tested)


• Heads: Dual Vacuflush – Reliable, clean operation


• Fresh Water System: 315 gal total via three aluminum tanks


• Holding Tank: Fiberglass with Y-valve and macerator discharge

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Electronics & Navigation

• GPS/Chartplotters: (3) Garmin 5212 Touchscreen with 48 nm Radar


• Autopilot: Raymarine ST7002 (Type III Hydraulic Pump)


• VHF: Standard Horizon Explorer


• Navigation & Anchor Lighting: All Operational


• Spotlight & Overhead Spreader Lights: 12V

Everything is functional, intuitive, and familiar, designed to keep navigation safe and straightforward for short-handed or family cruising.

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Electrical & Systems

• Charger/Inverter: Xantrex 150 Amp Charger / 3000 W Inverter


• Batteries: (4) 8D AGM + Dedicated Gen Start Battery


• Panels: AC/DC Original Grand Banks with Updated Protection


• Lighting: Throughout – Most Converted to LED

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Deck & Exterior

• Decks: Teak in Fair Condition – Service as desired


• Superstructure & Paint: Fiberglass in Above-Average Condition


• Flybridge Bimini: & Full Enclosure – Excellent Shape


• Windlass: Lofrans Tigress 12 V (Operates from Both Helm Stations)


• Tender: Walker Bay RIB with Honda 20 HP Outboard (2021)


• Davit System: 120 V for Easy Launch/Recovery


• Side Decks: Wide & Teak Cap Rails – Safety and style combined

Highlights:

• Twin Caterpillar 3126 Diesels – Reliable, Efficient, Proven


• Northern Lights 12 kW Generator


• Naiad Stabilizers for Offshore Comfort and Confidence


• Bow Thruster – Dock Like a Pro


• Garmin Touchscreen Electronics + Raymarine Autopilot


• Rich Grand Banks Teak Interior & Europa Deck Design


• Dinghy, Davit, Air Conditioning, and Updated Systems


• Bottom job 11/24

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Own the Dream

“Salty Spirit” represents the pinnacle of Grand Banks craftsmanship and enduring reputation for quality. She’s elegant yet practical, powerful yet forgiving — the kind of yacht that inspires confidence from the dock to distant horizons.

For the couple or family who values safety, stability, and grace, this is more than just a boat — it’s the realization of the cruising dream.

Come step aboard.

Feel her stability.

And own the Grand Banks legend that never goes out of style.

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Contact Burke Devereux

Little Yacht Sales – Clear Lake / Seabrook, TX

Email: burke@littleyachtsales.com

Full YouTube Video Walkthrough!