Meticulously maintained and extensively upgraded, this 1990 Marine Trader Tradewinds 43’ is cruise-ready and ideal for liveaboard or long-range adventures. Featuring two spacious cabins, a bright salon, updated systems, and modern comforts throughout, this classic trawler blends timeless lines with peace of mind and performance enhancements. Many of the system have been upgraded to allow for trouble-free cruising. All systems have detailed service records and upgrade history. This classic yacht has benefited the past five years being owned and operated by an electrical engineer who performed preventative maintenance, introduced corrosion-reducing upgrades, and applied electrical improvements focusing on longevity and livability. Numerous additional mechanical and cosmetic improvements, as well as spar parts, have been added for additional peace of mind while underway.
Highlights
43’ LOA, Marine Trader Tradewinds, 1990
Two private cabins, two heads
Expansive salon and covered aft deck
Reliable Cummins 210 twin engines (less than 2700 hours on each), both with upgraded stainless exhaust systems
Modern electronics, Victron charger/inverter, large battery capacity, full navigation suite
New Air conditioning units, new refrigeration, and LED lighting throughout
Electrical & Power - Wiring diagram with full description of all components available to serious buyers
Complete DC upgrade: New AGM house battery (245Ah), Victron inverter/charger, Victron battery monitor, Lynx distributor, and new starter batteries (1000CCA Commercial Grade) with remote kill switches and emergency parallel switch
Solar - added 4 solar 175W panels (700W total) on bimini and wiring (including custom Bimini solar panel integration). Wiring for auxiliary solar on bow (for portable panels/invertor) to charge the dinghy battery, Jackery, tools, etc.
New AC/DC refrigerator and all salon/galley lighting upgraded to energy efficient LED
Upper helm - SIMRAD EVO3 NSS12 Plotter with internal GPS, VHF, transducer, and radar
Lower helm - SIMRAD G07 XSE chartplotter connected to upper helm through NMEA 2000 cabling
Communication and Antennas
Antennas:
Omni and Yagi directional antennas for external IP communication
VHF, UHF, radar, and two internal GPS transmitters
Routers & Networking:
MoFi WiFi router for internet/SIM-based connectivity and dual antennas for reliable onboard connectivity
Mobile app management/monitoring of batteries and solar with Victron Connect
Mechanical & Engine Systems
Engines: Twin cummins 6BT-5.9M six cylinder, 210 hp with access hatches in main salon allowing for standing during routine maintenance and serviceability
Exhaust: Both engines professionally upgraded with new stainless steel exhaust risers/mixing elbows (eliminates seawater intrusion, extends engine life)
Shafts and Props: 2” stainless shafts painted and 4-blade bronze props painted in 2024 with dripless seals
Fuel filters - replaced annually
Impellers - replaced annually
New oil coolers, and complete raw water and heat exchanger flushes
New raw water pump (Port), multiple zincs replaced annually
Comfort & Interior
Galley - to starboard in the main cabin is equipped with a Princess 3-burner stove with oven, Samsung microwave, new Norcold AC/DC refrigerator with top freezer
120 volt stereo system with speakers throughout and dop-down Magnovox flat screen T.V.
Pull out, custom sleeping sofas in main salon for comfortable seating or additional quest sleeping
New Dometic 8K and 16K BTU AC units in forward and aft cabins
Upgraded faucets in both heads and kitchen with a new freshwater pump providing good water pressure at anchor.
Replacement of all interior lighting (galley/aft cabin) with modern LEDs
Both heads have electronic flush toilets - new pump seals
Full, en-suite walk in shower in Captain’s cabin
The forward VIP cabin has a queen berth
Captain’s cabin has an expansive king berth with memory foam mattress.
Ample storage and closet space throughout.
Exterior & Hull
Lewmar electronic windlass with foot switches, 60 lb. 150’ all chain anchor, New Racor 55 lbs anchor
Folding aft deck table and grab bars added for functionality and safety
Enclosed aft-deck has wet/dry bar with hot/cold water and folding table to allow for outdoor dining
New canvas and Eisenglass enclosures (helm & aft deck with removable screens) and reinforcements on bimini for solar array attachments
New Ultra swim platform with easy to deploy swim ladder
Fall 2024 - Bottom painted (Pettit Odyssey HD, 2 coats, 2024); new zincs on all running gear and hull
Fall 2024 - Hull compounded and waxed, new window seals, and front windshield replacement with added UV protection
Summer 2024 - ShipDec 6mm decking added to fly bridge with extra padding around captains chair
Dinghy
Zodiac 10 ft dinghy with electric Torqeedo 1103 outboard motor
Custom caddy in aft deck (cockpit) to house outboard motor and oars
Electric davit on Aft-deck roof for easy deployment and retrieval.
Other Notables
Updated hailing and trumpet horns
Solar bilge pump for dinghy
New holding tank vent and system flush (2025)
New galley fabric cushions and re-foamed fly bridge cushions with 4” antimold, drainable foam
Vinyl, removable wall paper added to forward and aft cabins on mirrors to modernize spaces
Viewings by Appointment – She’s Ready for Your Next Adventure!
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