J composite J/120

1998 J/120 – High-end cruiser-racer, ready to sail This 1998 J/120 is an excellent example of what J Boats does best: a true cruiser-racer – fast, light, safe and pleasant to live aboard. The boat has benefited from major recent structural works, as well as a complete upgrade of rigging, sails and safety equipment, making it a particularly reassuring choice for anyone looking for a high-performance yacht with no hidden surprises. The boat is owned by a French company, which means that, in the event of a purchase by a VAT-registered European company, VAT on the acquisition can be reclaimed/deducted. Construction and hullThe hull and deck are built in high-tech balsa / GRP sandwich, using the “Scrimp system” vacuum process, renowned for its stiffness, low weight and durability. Hull and deck were moulded by TPI Composites (USA), with construction completed by J Composites in France, ensuring a high-quality level of finish. The deck has a two-tone non-skid surface. The hull is finished in an elegant “Flag Blue” gelcoat with white cove line and waterline. Recent major works: Complete scraping of the hull and full preparation of the underwater sections. Keel-to-hull joint completely rebuilt by a professional. Interior linings/headlinings recently renewed, providing a clean and healthy interior. The lead keel is bolted to a substantial moulded keel stub, and the boat is steered by a balanced spade rudder on an anodised aluminium stock. The wheel steering is fitted with a new Carbonautica wheel (2023), providing precise and comfortable steering. Propulsion is via a Volvo Penta MD2040B inboard diesel driving a Gori folding propeller on a stainless-steel shaft, with a 110-litre diesel tank. Rigging, deck gear and deck layoutThe boat is equipped with a Sparcraft aluminium mast and boom, with a tapered mast section and two sets of airfoil spreaders. Particular attention has been paid to: Standing rigging completely replaced in 2023. New Profurl furling system (2023). Retractable carbon bowsprit, ideal for Code 0 and asymmetric spinnakers. Lazy jacks and reefing points for easy handling with a small crew. Jackstays fitted. Deck gear is race-quality: 2 Harken 48ST primary winches. 4 Harken 44ST winches for halyards and mainsheet. Spinlock rope clutches for halyards and sheets. Harken genoa tracks with cockpit-adjustable cars. Harken jib tracks. Harken mainsheet traveller. On deck, safety is ensured by bow and stern pulpits, double lifelines and a bathing/boarding ladder on the transom. SailsThe sail plan is one of the boat’s major strengths, with a recent, high-end wardrobe and a complete downwind inventory: Recent sails (2023): Carbon mainsail (2023). No.2 carbon genoa (2023). No.3 carbon genoa (2023). Code 0 (2023). Additional sails: Storm jib (2006). Trisail / heavy-weather sail (2006). A2 spinnaker (2006). A3 spinnaker (2006). A5 spinnaker (2006). A perfectly suited inventory for IRC/ORC racing, offshore passages and fast cruising. Electrics and electronicsThe electronic package is complete and more than adequate for offshore racing and demanding cruising: Navtex. Garmin plotter with log/speed, depth sounder, wind speed and direction. 7 Raymarine deck displays (2023), giving all navigation data at a glance. Autohelm ST50 electronics with repeaters (compass, VMG, Maxiview units on mast). Autohelm ST5000 linear-drive autopilot (Raytheon). GPS navigator + AP 8 GPS with repeater. VHF with antenna. Electrical equipment: SL Anchorman 700G electric windlass with foot switches. Combined masthead navigation/steaming light and deck floodlight. Freshwater and seawater pumps. Shore power connection and battery charger. InteriorThe interior is warm and seamanlike, finished in varnished cherry by J Composites, with recently renewed linings/headlinings. The layout offers both comfort and practicality, suitable for a racing crew as well as family cruising. Eberspacher heating for comfort in shoulder seasons and winter. Two new 90 L freshwater tanks. Generous refrigerator. Gas cooker with oven and two burners. Galley with double sink and pressurised hot and cold water. New marine toilet (2023). Berths: Forward cabin with V-berth double and heads compartment (toilet/handbasin/shower). Saloon with settee berths plus port and starboard pipe cots. Aft double cabin. Fabric upholstery in good condition. There is a forward-facing chart table with storage and easy access to electronics. Numerous lockers and storage spaces for gear and provisions. Deck equipment and safetyDeck equipment: Sprayhood with frame. Spare navigation lights and spare VHF aerial. 15 kg Bruce anchor with 50 m of calibrated chain, with modified bow roller for stowing this anchor. 10 kg racing anchor with 15 m of chain, stored in a padded locker/box. Opening midships gates in the lifelines on both port and starboard. Outboard engine bracket on the pushpit. Ensign staff and socket. Flag halyard on the mast. 2 additional midships mooring cleats. 3 harness attachment points in the cockpit. Safety: AIS. EPIRB. Emergency tiller. Lifebuoys and recovery line/sling. First aid kit. Life raft and full offshore safety equipment. Offshore flare pack. Fiscal statusThe boat is owned by a French company. For a VAT-registered European company, the purchase can be structured so that VAT is deductible/reclaimable, which represents a major financial advantage for a charter operation, team-building programme or any structure operating a fleet. Ideal for a performance cruising programme, coastal or offshore racing, Fastnet, RORC events, or fast family cruising.