In the marina, the Classic 45 cuts a strikingly classic trawler figure. On the water she has this same presence and, after our sea trail, I got the impression that she can tame most sea conditions around New Zealand’s waterways.
Ernest Hemingway is credited with saying, “it is the journey that matters”. That sums up this vessel. Comfortable, stylish and with a design that has proven to be very seaworthy in other markets, this boat will allow owners to explore New Zealand in detail, making the most of every journey. If you have long dreamed of spending months discovering New Zealand by water, circumnavigating the coastline and making new memories, then this vessel is a good option.
Nigel High is the New Zealand-based owner of Classic Trawlers. Nigel is a mechanical engineer with experience in boat building, which comes through with just how simple this semi-displacement vessel is to operate and maintain. The overseas manufacturer has been producing fibreglass boats for over 30-years, supplying a large western market. The boats have built a solid reputation
