Liberty 458
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Custom Yacht Sales Ltd.
Canada
| Make | Liberty |
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| Model | 458 |
| Year | 1985 |
| Condition | Used |
| Price | CA$226,000 |
| Type | Power |
| Class | Cruiser (Power) |
| Length | 46 ft / 14.02 m |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Hull Material | Fibreglass |
| Location | North Saanich, British Columbia, Canada |
| LOA | 46 ft / 14.02 m |
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| Beam | 12 ft 10 in / 3.91 m |
| Max Draft | 6 ft 6 in / 1.98 m |
| Displacement | 37000 lb |
| Ballast | 11000 lb |
| Engine Type | Inboard |
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| Engine Make | Ford Lehman |
| Engine Model | Ford Super |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Engine Year | 1985 |
| Power | 90 hp |
| Drive Type | Shaft Drive |
| Engine Location | enums.engine-location.center |
| Propeller Type | 3 Blade |
| Propeller Material | Bronze |
| Engine usage (hours) | 1200 |
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| Designer | Peter Hoyt / Doug Peterson |
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| Guest Heads | 2 |
| Fuel Tanks | 160 gal |
| Fresh Water Tanks | 240 gal |
| Holding Tanks | 50 gal |
| Hull Shape | Monohull |
| Windlass | Electric Windlass |
Description
For Sale: 1985 Liberty 458 “Ganache II” – Offshore-Ready Cruiser & Liveaboard
Meticulously maintained and lovingly cared for by the same owners for the past 25 years, Ganache II is a standout example of the highly regarded Liberty 458. Designed by Peter Hoyt of Seattle and built by the Shin Fa yard in Taiwan, only 32 of these quality offshore cruisers were ever produced, making them a rare find—especially in this condition. In 2015 the vessel was gone over during a major refit. During which, the mast was repainted, running rigging, standing rigging and sails were replaced.
Ganache II was launched in 1985 and has served as a comfortable, full-time liveaboard and dependable bluewater cruiser since 2000 under her current (second) owners. Her warm, rubbed-effect solid teak interior offers exceptional craftsmanship and an inviting atmosphere, complemented by generous storage throughout—perfect for extended cruising.
Built for serious passage-making but equally suited to coastal exploration, her cutaway full keel with skeg-mounted rudder delivers safe, stable handling in a wide range of conditions. With low engine hours, well-maintained systems, and thoughtful upgrades, she’s ready to take you on your next adventure—whether that's across the Pacific or around the Gulf Islands.
If you’re looking for a capable offshore sailboat with character, comfort, and a proven track record, Ganache II is well worth a look.
Interior Description
Interior Layout (Bow to Stern):
Starting forward, Ganache features a dedicated sail locker, followed by a spacious forward head. Just aft is the guest cabin, configured with a Pullman berth and a built-in desk—ideal for reading, working, or additional storage.
The main salon is open and inviting, with comfortable seating to port and a large dining table with settee to starboard. The galley is positioned to starboard just aft of the salon, offering excellent access and functionality. An engine compartment access door is located on the centerline, allowing for convenient maintenance.
A full-height portside passageway leads aft, featuring a captain’s navigation table and workbench. Along this passage are three additional access doors to the engine compartment, ensuring excellent serviceability.
At the stern, the spacious aft cabin includes an athwartship queen-sized berth, generous storage, and a private ensuite head with a fully tiled shower.
Storage:
Ample, intelligently designed storage is found throughout the vessel—ideal for extended cruising.
Upholstery:
Custom beige and blue Natuzzi cushions provide stylish comfort in the main cabin, while custom Sunbrella cushions enhance the cockpit for outdoor relaxation and entertaining.
Engine
- 1985 Ford Super 90 (90hp) with 1200hrs
- 160 Gallons of fuel in two steel tanks. Neoprene lines with vents and in-line shutoffs. Tank Tender indicator for fuel level.
- Dual Racor fuel filters (FG500) with vacuum gauge. Complete with a 12v transfer pump for fuel polishing and Algae-X fuel conditioner.
- Integrated oil change system to pump out oil from oil pan.
- Borg Warner Velvet Drive with Aquadrive coupling with a 1 1/2 stainless prop shaft
- Bronze packing gland
- 3 Blade 22'' bronze propeller (left hand turning)
- Kidde 12.5lb fixed fire extinguisher in engine room
- 3x 5lb portable fire extinguishers (inspected March 2025)
- CO and Smoke detectors in main and aft cabin
- Water pump impeller is easily accessible via cover with added thumb screws
Sails and Equipment
- Aluminum mast (professionally Awlgrip refinished 2015), keel-stepped & double inline spreaders
- Composite mast steps with multiple spares kept onboard
- Whisker pole stored on mast
- New (2015) standing rigging replaced with Sta-Lock fittings and 1x19 stainless wire. Chrome/bronze turnbuckles
- 12mm halyards using Marlowbraided line. (main, boom lift, port track genoa, starboard track genoa, spinnaker & stay-sail)
- MacSail MacPack stack system with lazy jacks
- Mack Sails fully battened mainsail with 8.6oz dacron cloth with fully adjustable battslide fitting
- Mack Sails 110% Genoa with UV cover and foam luff insert. Premium sailcloth using 8.7oz Challenge Marblehead dacron.
- New stainless steel (uncoated) lifelines and gates with pelican hooks
- 2 Primary winches - Lewmar 48ST 2-speed chrome finish
- 2 Secondary winches - Lewmar 40ST 2-speed chrome finish
- Starboard cabin top winch - Lewmar 43ST 2-speed chrome finish
- 2 Mast winches - Lewmar 40 2-speed chrome finish
- 1 Boom winch - Lewmar 24 - 2-speed chrome finish
Anchor and Ground Tackle
- 2x CQR and one Danforth
- 250' of 3/8ths chain
- Stainless steel double roller bow roller
- Chain locker has overboard drain and large 12v windlass with oversized wiring
Dinghy
- Stainless steel davit system with rope and tackle lift.
- 2000 10' Avon Rover with aluminum hard bottom
- 2001 15hp Yamaha 4 stroke outboard engine
Disclaimer
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
Presented For Sale By:
Custom Yacht Sales Ltd.
Canada
Presented For Sale By:
Custom Yacht Sales Ltd.
Canada
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