Frers 45

FRERS 45 Built in 1990 and fitted with a New Yanmar 44hp 4JH45 inboard diesel in 2018 with only 400hrs running time. New instruments 2016 plus New Raymarine Chart plotter, I70 displays and autopilot 2019. Rod rigging renewed 2016. Lying ashore Bangor 

NEW LISTING

Owners Introduction :-

Built in 1990 Ghost Rider was the third Frers 45 to be built in Bristol, Rhode Island, USA by Carrol Marine. Her mast is 6 feet shorter than the racing variant and she has a solid fibre glass hull over an aluminium frame. Her decks are a balsa/fibre glass sandwich, which has needed some work in small areas.  She had light use by the original owner and I imported her in 2016 from Sackets Harbor, New York state, where she had been on the hard for at least 5 years. 

All instruments had to be replaced, but the sails are a set of original Hood sails and are still in good condition. She was fitted with a new Yanmar 44 hp (4JH45) diesel in May 2019, which now has 400 hours and has been regularly serviced. 

She was certified in accordance with the Recreational Craft Directive and rated category A (Open Ocean). She has safely taken us to the Canaries and back, and two seasons in the Caribbean. A well balanced boat under sail she now has a new rudder, made in Martinique (Jan 24), which has made the helm even lighter.

Manufacturers Overview

The Frers 45 is a beautifully designed performance cruiser by the world-renowned naval architect Germán Frers, blending elegant lines, high-quality construction, and exceptional sailing performance. Designed for sailors who demand both speed and comfort, this yacht performs brilliantly on the racecourse yet offers refined cruising comfort offshore or coastal.

Principal Specifications:

Designer  -                         Germán Frers
Builder    -                          Carrol Marine
Model     -                           Frers 45
Year Built                           1990
Length Overall (LOA)        13.72 m / 45 ft
Length Waterline (LWL)     Approx. 12.00 m / 39.4 ft
Beam;  4.2 m / 13.7 ft
Draft :                                 2.55 m / 8.3ft
Displacement  :                  Approx. 10,000 kg / 22,046 lbs
Ballast :                              4,000 kg / 8,818 lbs
Hull Material :                     GRP
Deck Material ;                   GRP with teak overlay
Keel Type :                         Fin keel with bulb
Rudder Type ;                    Balanced spade rudder New 2024
Engine :                             Yanmar 44hp (4JH45) New 2019
Fuel Capacity                     280 L
Fresh Water Capacity        360 L
Holding Tank :                    80 L
CE Category:                      A – Ocean

Above Deck :-

• 1500W Quicks windlass with remote and hard wired to cockpit
• Delta anchor, galvanised cable and warp
• Removable stainless bow sprit
• Solar panels (2 x 170W solid Renogy panels now removed) are wired to bimini. 
• Hood Mainsail now has 4 reefing points, 
• Hood genoa had its UV strip renewed in 2016, 
• Boatshed jib was added in 2021 for upwind (force 5 and above)
• Second hand North A2 asymmetric for downwind can be flown from bowsprit or pole. 
• Her mast is keel stepped, has a built in curve  
• The rod rigging was renewed in 2016  
• Sailomat 601 wind pilot is present but needs refurbishing or replacing. 
• Raymarine A6 chart plotter is at the helm 
• New Raymarine I70 displays and New autopilot fitted in 2019.

Below decks: 

• Two double cabins down aft, a large shower and heads on port side and galley on starboard side.
• Engine behind the companion way opens on three sides for easy access (heads, galley and by removing steps). 
• Then a large saloon with lee cloths for 2 bunks in heavy weather. 
• Then a big double cabin forward with wardrobe space for two. 
• She has a DSC VHF with AIS, the Raymarine A6 chart plotter with wifi for display on a tablet. 
• She also has active AIS which is integrated into the chart plotter. 
• She was fitted with iridium go, but that was donated to a Canadian adventurer for his solo trip to Ireland (an external aerial remains). 
• The Raymarine Radar is stand alone and not gyro stabilised but functions well and auto tunes. 
• Renogy 300Ah lithium house batteries, 
• DC charger, xantrex true charge 240A shore power battery charger and 2kW inverter was fitted in 2021. 
• Hot water via inverter or engine heat exchanger, 
• Microwave  
• 12V deep chest fridge that keeps the bottom layer frozen. 
• All led lighting. 
• Direct water connection or 2 x 180 litre water tanks. 
• Unfortunately the eberspacher diesel heater has ceased to function.

Owners Summary:-

She is comfortable to live on, and fast to sail, but slab reefing and running backstays mean you need to know what you are doing and be relatively fit to get the best out of her. Her deep keel (2.5m) and skeg rudder means she turns quickly, and her 4.2m beam makes her fast down wind (19.5 kts record held by my wife).

Sails & Spars:

Lewmar forsail reefing with slab reefing on the main sail. Stainless steel rod rigging 10 yrs old.

• Hood Main
• Hood Genoa
• Boatyard Jib
• North A2 asymmetric

Deck & Cockpit

• Wheel Steering 
• Teak-laid cockpit 
• Large self-draining cockpit with comfortable seating
• Barient primary winches 
• Stainless steel pushpit, pulpit, and stanchions 
• Anchor locker with windlass
• Lewmar Delta Anchor with chain and warp
• Sail Cover
• Bording ladder
• Spray hood
• Solar Panels
• Fenders 

Interior

• The Frers 45 interior combines elegant craftsmanship with practical offshore design.
• Cabins: 3-cabin layout (Owner’s forward + 2 aft cabins)
• Berths: Sleeps 8 comfortably
• Heads: 1 (with shower)
• Galley: L-shaped, fully equipped with gimballed stove/oven, double sink, Microwave, and refrigerator
• Saloon: Spacious L-shaped seating to port with dining table and settee opposite
• Navigation Station: Full-sized chart table with instrumentation panel
• Interior Woodwork: Light mahogany finish
• Flooring: Teak and holly or composite marine flooring

Electronics & Navigation

• Compass
• Echsounder
• Raymarine Radar
• Standard Horizon Matrix AIS/GPS
• VHF
• Speed wind & Log
• Radar Reflector
• Autopilot
• Navtex
• Navigation Lights
• Raymarine Chartplotter

Safety Equipment

• Gas Detector
• Lifebuoys
• Barometer
• Danbuoy
• Searchlight
• Backstays
• Bilge pumps
• Tender
• AIS Transceiver

Performance and Handling (Manufacturer)

The Frers 45 is known for its superb balance, responsive helm, and excellent upwind capability. Its light yet stiff hull and modern underbody deliver race-winning performance while maintaining predictable and forgiving handling. Whether racing offshore or cruising long-distance, the Frers 45 inspires confidence and delivers exhilarating sailing.

Summary

This Frers 45 represents the perfect synthesis of performance, elegance, and build quality. She is equally at home in regattas or on extended family cruises, offering a rare combination of speed, comfort, and timeless design.