Motorkruiser 950 now in the online auction. everyone can bid until 24 August 2026.
comfortable 950 motor cruiser for boating holidays
this 1986 950 motor cruiser is one of those steel cabin boats that immediately makes you want to cast off. with a length of 9.50 metres and a beam of 3.20 metres, she offers a surprising amount of living space, while remaining pleasantly manageable on inland waterways, lakes and rivers. the current owner let her go with a heavy heart, as many wonderful holidays and weekend trips were made with her. you can feel that: this is a boat that has been used for what she was built for—relaxed cruising, quiet anchoring and enjoying freedom on the water.
the motor cruiser is steel-built, has a draught of approximately 0.90 metres and an air draft of about 2.40 metres. inside, headroom is around 1.90 metres, which makes her extra comfortable for longer stays on board. she was taken out of the water in 2024 and received an antifouling treatment at that time. a known point of attention is that the topsides could use repainting—something a new owner can tackle to their own taste.
motor cruiser 950 now in the online auction. everyone can bid up to and including 24 august 2026.
how does she handle and is manoeuvring easy?
she cruises calmly and steadily—exactly what many boaters look for in a motor cruiser for leisure and holidays. with a cruising speed of around 8 km/h and a top speed up to approximately 15 km/h, she is suitable for relaxed trips on canals and rivers, and also for larger waters when you choose the weather wisely. the owner indicates that she remained stable even in wind force 5 on the markermeer, which inspires confidence in her handling.
mooring and turning are also much easier thanks to the electric bow thruster. combined with her dual helm—both inside and outside—you have good visibility and control in different conditions. an extra convenience is that the engine can be started and stopped from both inside and outside, which is genuinely handy in locks or when docking.
what engine is installed and what can you expect?
the boat is equipped with a vetus diesel inboard engine, model m417ah22a, with 42 hp and four cylinders. the engine is from 2005 and is electrically started. for basic monitoring, instruments are present such as an oil pressure gauge, temperature gauge and tachometer. stated consumption is around 3 litres per hour, and with a 140-litre diesel tank you can plan great day trips and multi-day routes without constantly needing to refuel.
for those searching terms like vetus diesel engine 42 hp, steel motor cruiser 9.50 or cabin boat with bow thruster, this is a combination that is often popular: solid, straightforward and well-suited to inland waters.
how comfortable is staying on board?
on board you’ll find a practical layout with a dinette and a galley area with a cooker. the fridge with small freezer compartment is included and makes life on board immediately more pleasant, especially during warm summer days. there are fixed berths for four people, with a cabin sleeping arrangement consisting of a bunk bed and a small double, making her suitable for a couple, a family or guests for a weekend away.
in terms of sanitation, she is fitted with an electric toilet. the toilet discharge goes directly overboard, something to consider depending on your cruising area and personal preference. the water tank has a capacity of 80 litres, suitable for comfortable use on short to medium-length trips.
can you anchor off-grid without shore power?
yes—and that is one of her attractive points. she is equipped with a solar panel and has three batteries on board, supplemented by, among other things, an alternator, inverter and voltmeter. this makes her set up for independent cruising and staying at anchor, without necessarily relying on a marina. the owner indicates that the fridge with freezer compartment can keep running all summer, which makes her interesting for those who like to overnight in quiet spots.
outside you’ll find features that make time on board even more enjoyable, such as a bimini top for shade, davits and a deck wash pump. furthermore, fenders and lines are mentioned, and a lifebuoy is present. for navigation there is a depth sounder, useful on less familiar routes or when approaching shallower moorings.
anyone looking for a 950 motor cruiser, a steel cabin boat for inland waters, or a motor cruiser with dual helm and bow thruster will find in this boatauction lot a complete base to start making cruising plans right away. she invites new memories—from a relaxed day on the water to a longer boating holiday with the comfort of a true cabin cruiser.
