Cascaruda 820 now in the online auction. everyone can bid until 18 May 2026.
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Cascaruda 820 warm cabin cruiser for cruising
The 1980 Cascaruda 820 is one of those steel cabin boats that invites you to cast off on a whim. With a pleasant size of 8.20 metres in length and 2.85 metres in beam, she remains easy to handle in the marina while still feeling surprisingly spacious on board. Thanks to her hard-chine hull, she is stable on inland waterways, lakes and rivers—exactly the cruising areas for which this type of cabin cruiser is often sought. This Cascaruda is offered via BoatAuction, making her an interesting opportunity for anyone looking to buy a steel motorboat for weekend trips, holidays, or simply a day out on the water.
The current owner bought her in 2022 and carried out a thorough refit: she was completely stripped, de-rusted, fitted with new windows, insulated to a high standard, and equipped with a panelled galley. She was then repainted. This makes her an attractive starting point for someone who enjoys continuing the fit-out and finishing her to their own taste. The stated condition is fair and there are points of attention, such as a cockpit tent that needs repair and a service that is recommended. This transparency helps you form a realistic picture of this Cascaruda 820 in advance.
Cascaruda 820 now in the online auction. Anyone can bid up to and including 18 May 2026.
How does the Cascaruda 820 perform with her Mercedes diesel?
She is powered by a Mercedes inboard diesel engine of 53 hp with electric start, built in 1980. The engine is operational and suits the character of a comfortable cabin cruiser designed for relaxed touring. Cruising speed is around 8 km/h and top speed around 12 km/h, making her suitable for easy-going trips on canals and rivers. On board you’ll find instruments such as a tachometer, temperature gauge, oil pressure gauge and fuel gauge, so you can keep an eye on the key readings while underway. With a diesel tank of approximately 80 litres, you can plan good day ranges, depending on cruising style and conditions.
Is she suitable for weekend trips and overnight stays?
Yes, this steel motorboat is clearly set up for staying on board. Inside she offers a headroom of about 1.90 metres, which noticeably improves comfort when cooking, changing and moving around in the cabin. There are two fixed berths, making her a good match for couples or solo boaters looking for a compact yet practical cabin boat. The accommodation includes a dinette and there is a water tank of approximately 100 litres. The toilet is manual and the discharge does not go directly into open water, which is a welcome feature in many cruising areas. Heating is not fitted, so anyone planning to cruise in early spring or late autumn may consider adding this later.
What is known about maintenance and points of attention?
She was last taken out of the water for maintenance in 2022, and antifouling was also applied that same year. Known points are that the canopy needs repair and that a service is recommended. This makes her interesting for buyers who like to roll up their sleeves themselves or engage a yard to make her ready to cruise to their own standard. The combination of steel, hard-chine hull and inside steering with a wheel provides a solid foundation, while the further finishing leaves room for personal choices.
How is life on deck arranged?
Outside, the Cascaruda 820 offers a large foredeck and a spacious cockpit—exactly what many people look for when buying a cabin cruiser for summer days on the water. The cockpit tent is present and extends the season, although it does require repair. There is also a swim ladder, making swimming and reboarding much easier. Fenders and lines are included, as well as navigation lights to starboard and port, a flagstaff, radar reflector and a deck hatch. For anchoring there is one anchor with chain.
Electrically she is set up with 12V, two batteries with a total capacity of approximately 200 Ah, an alternator, voltmeter and shore power. This makes her suitable for comfortable stays in a marina and for using the basic onboard systems while underway. Extras included include a Porta Potti and life jackets.
This Cascaruda is an inviting choice for anyone looking for a stable, manoeuvrable and comfortable cabin cruiser in a great size, with a clear and honest base to continue building on.
