1990 Moody 425 – For Sale with DBY Boat Sales | Currently in Fiji & Ready to Sail the Pacific
SOUTHERN SUN is a proven offshore cruiser located in Fiji, fully equipped and ready to sail away on your next Pacific adventure.
With over 150 years of heritage, the Moody name is synonymous with quality, innovation, and craftsmanship. Their yachts are known for robust construction, practical layouts, and dependable performance—making the Moody 425, designed by Bill Dixon, a modern classic in the sailing world.
Spacious interior layout: Includes a huge aft master cabin, a generous double V-berth forward, and twin passage bunks, making it an ideal family cruiser.
Safe and cozy center cockpit, plus a clean, functional deck layout for easy handling and comfort underway.
Robust build: Solid GRP hull built to Lloyd’s specifications, with a semi-long keel, semi-balanced skeg rudder, and double-spreader masthead rig featuring in-mast furling.
Excellent sailing credentials:
Above-average comfort ratio
Capsize ratio of 1.9 – rated for safe offshore cruising
Strong sail area-to-displacement performance
The Moody 425 is more than just a capable cruiser—it’s part of a global community. Owners benefit from an active online platform, rich with shared knowledge, technical support, and connection to Moody events and gatherings worldwide.
Comes fully loaded with cruising spares and tools
Excellent sailing performance in both light breezes and stronger conditions
Stable resale value due to its solid reputation and consistent demand
The current owners have loved their time with this yacht and would gladly choose another Moody again. If you're looking for a high-quality, bluewater-capable cruiser at a great value, the Moody 425 should be on your shortlist.
Enquire now with DBY Boat Sales to find out more and arrange an inspection in Fiji. This yacht is ready to take you anywhere.
Please call +61 2 9999 3311 for an inspection. For additional high-resolution photos and detailed inventory, please email sales@dbyboatsales.com.au
| Price | : $150,000 AUD |
|---|---|
| Price Base | : $150,000 |
| Brand | : Moody |
| Model | : 425 |
| Length | : 42.50 Feet |
| Year | : 1990 |
| Category | : Cruising Yacht |
| Hull Type | : GRP |
| Hull Style | : Single |
| Power Type | : Sail |
| Type Of Sales | : Dealer |
| Engine Make | : Thorny Croft |
| Engine Type | : Thorny Croft T105 42hp |
| Condition | : Used |
| State | : International |
| Suburb | : Fiji |
| Surveyed | : 2023 |
| HIN Number | : UKMPPGB171H090 |
| Stock Number | : DBY00141 |
| Registration Number | : POL00066X |
| Designer | : Bill Dixon |
|---|---|
| Builder | : Marine Projects Ltd |
| Water (Potable) Capacity (l) | : 400 |
| Hull Construction Material | : GRP |
| Hull Type | : Mono hull, rudder on skeg |
| Country Origin | : UK |
| Length (feet) | : 42.5 feet |
| Length (m) | : 11.7 m |
| Length Waterline (m) | : 10.44 m |
| Beam/Width (m) | : 4.06 m |
| Draft (m) | : 1.83 m |
| Draft (feet) | : 6 feet |
| Keel/Ballast | : Fin keel. 3810kg ballast |
| Dry Weight (kgs) | : 9625 |
| Number of Helms | : 1 |
| Colour | : White |
| Engine Notes | : Serviced 2025 Keel bolts changed 2023. |
| Number Of Engines | : 1 |
| Engine Standard | : Thorny Croft T105 (2005) |
| Stroke | : 4 |
| Engine Hours | : 1950 |
| Horse Power (hp) | : 42 |
| Drive Type | : Shaft with dripless seal |
| Engine Room | : Below centre cockpit. Access from 3 sides. |
| Generator | : Inverter Generator GX2000W 2022 |
| Number of Batteries | : Start battery (new 2024). 5. 4 + 1 x 75amp engine battery (2024) AGM 4 x 115 amps. Victron controller (2024). |
| Fuel Type | : Diesel |
| Number of Fuel Tanks | : 1 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (L) | : 290 |
| Propeller | : New Hydralign Feathering Prop (2024). |
| Steering System | : Wheel plus linea autopilot |
| Accommodation Notes | : 3 cabin. Rich quality teak woodwork throughout the inside of the boat. Headroom 1,9m (6ft 2in) in salon, galley, both toilets and all 3 cabins. Floor made of glazed teak plates which are easy to remove to use the extra storage space. Each room has escape hatch or access to stairs for emergency exit. |
| Number of Berths | : 7 |
| Number of Showers | : 2 |
| Shower Type | : Hot and cold pressuirsed |
| Number of Toilets | : 2 |
| Toilet Type | : Jabsco manual |
| Number of TVs | : 1 |
| Holding Tank (L) | : 45 |
| Galley Notes | : L shaped galley, ample storage and prep area, safe at sea. Additional 65 litre portable 12v fridge freezer. |
| Stove | : 1 gas stove - 2 burner. |
| Refrigeration | : Isotherm 49L capacity. |
| Number of Sinks | : 2 |
| Entertainment and Appliances Notes | : Flat screen TV, Bluetooth new 2024 sound system |
| Anchor / Winch | : 7 winches - plus 2 on the mast. |
| Bilge Pump | : 3. 2 x auto, 1 x manual. |
| Deck Gear | : 8 x fenders. 8 X dock lines. Bathing platform with ladder. Deck crane for dinghy engine. |
| Mast/Rigging | : 2014 standing rigging |
| Sail Inventory | : 2 x Main. 2 x Genoa. 1 x asymmetric Gennaker. 2 x spinnaker pole. |
| Electrics | : 800w solar 2024, 2 lithium house bank 2024, new victron controller + wind generator 12v/12v. 220v shore power. |
| Electronics Navigation | : Raymarine 9 inch Chart Plotter (2019). Raymarine i60 Wind instrument 2022 Raymarine Wind Vane 2022 |
| Dinghy | : Avon Dinghy with 9.8hp Nissan engine and covers(2020). Cover for dinghy and engine. |
| Safety Gear | : EPIRB x 2 4 x fire extinguishers. Transocean 6 person life raft (serviced 2019). Grab bag with flares. Life vests, harnesses. |
| Covers | : Bimini (2019). Bimini with sides (2022). |
| Ground Tackle | : Windlass Maxwell HRC10 Rope/ Chain Windlass 2022 Maxwell autoanchor 300, 2022. 75m galvanized 10mm chain (first 40m from 2019). Chain marked every 10m Rockna 25kg anchor Spare 25kg main anchor, 10kg Bruce anchor, 10kg umbrella anchor, 2kg umbrella anchor. 2 anchor snuppers on rope. |
| Watermaker / De-Sal | : Ecotech 50L/hr (2022) |
| GPS | : Raymarine plotter and wind instruments. |
| Number of Fish Finders | : Nil |
| Has Navigation Lights | : LED |
| Radio | : AIS type B with Wi-Fi feature 2019. iCom IC M424G VHF radio 2022 and iCom mic (2023) |
| Number of Life Jackets | : 6 |
| Remarks | : Extras: Vitrifrigo VF65P 65L fridge and cooling box, perfect after fishing! 2x Sea-esta Lounger for relaxing 2x Spear gun for fishing 1 complete fishing set for cruising with book The best sailing books which you can use. New BBQ. |
| Vessel Name | : SOUTHERN SUN |
| Anti-foul | : July 2023 Copper Coat, new anodes. First splash mid 2024. |
