Sloep 420 now in the online auction. everyone can bid until 22 June 2026.
Wooden sloop Saare Poat 420
Anyone who falls for the charm of wood on the water feels it immediately: this Saare Poat 420 is a classic wooden sloop with character. She was built for relaxed trips on inland waterways, canals and ditches, but also for an afternoon on lakes, ponds and rivers. At the same time, this is not a ready-to-go boat. The boat is offered as a wooden sloop that needs work, intended for the enthusiast who enjoys restoring her step by step to their own taste. Through BoatAuction you get the chance to buy a sloop that radiates warmth, with a practical set of extras such as a rope fendering, a cover and a storage trailer.
With her length of 4.20 metres and beam of 1.60 metres, the 420 is manageable and easy to oversee. Thanks to the shallow draft of around 30 centimetres, she can go to many places where larger boats have to turn back. That makes her attractive for those who like cruising through narrow canals, gliding quietly along reed beds, or looking for a sheltered mooring spot. The hull number is 14007 and the steering position is outside, which suits the open sloop feel and direct contact with the water.
What kind of boat is the Saare Poat 420?
The Saare Poat 420 is a compact wooden sloop that invites carefree leisure cruising. She is ideally suited for a day on the water with one or a few passengers, where comfort lies mainly in simplicity and atmosphere. Wood gives her a classic look you won’t easily find in a modern GRP sloop. Anyone searching for “classic wooden sloopâ€, “buy wooden sloop†or “4.20 metre sloop†will quickly end up with this type of boat: compact, easy to handle and made for calm cruising and enjoyment.
What condition is the boat in and what attention does she need?
According to the information provided, the boat is in reasonable condition and is explicitly offered as a sloop that needs work. This means she requires attention from someone who enjoys sanding, varnishing, checking and tackling the woodwork where necessary. She was last taken out of the water for maintenance in 2026, which was a relevant moment to assess her condition. No recent antifouling treatment has been specified. For a buyer who likes to roll up their sleeves, this is exactly what makes her interesting: you can tailor the work to your own wishes, use and mooring situation.
Which engine is included and how does she run with it?
On the transom there is a Johnson outboard engine, model J6RL4SD, with an output of 5 hp. It is a 4-stroke long-shaft outboard from 2006, with manual start. The engine is operational, which is convenient for anyone who wants to do a test run straight away or move her after purchase. With 5 hp this is a suitable combination for relaxed sloop cruising on inland waters: an easy pace, simple manoeuvring and straightforward use. For those searching for “Johnson 5 hp 4-strokeâ€, “long-shaft outboard†or “sloop with outboardâ€, this is a familiar and practical setup.
Is a trailer included and what can you do with it?
A storage trailer of approximately 5 metres is included with the boat, with one axle and four rollers. This is a trailer without registration, intended for storage and moving on private property, not as a road trailer. Even so, such a storage trailer is a major advantage: you can haul her out more easily, work on her at home or at a yard, and store her neatly when she is not in use. For anyone searching for “sloop with trailer†or “refit a boat with storage trailerâ€, this is a practical addition that makes the project more accessible.
Which extras complete her?
The Saare Poat is fitted with rope fendering, which enhances her classic sloop appearance and also helps protect her alongside quays and jetties. A cover is also included, useful for covering her up or creating shelter when you are on board. Together with the working outboard engine and the storage trailer, this makes an attractive package for someone looking to buy a wooden sloop with potential.
This wooden sloop is especially interesting for the enthusiast who isn’t put off by points of attention, but instead enjoys restoring a boat with a story of her own. She offers a solid basis to turn into a personal, classic sloop for relaxed cruising on Dutch inland waterways.
