Classic 12 metre Class Cruiser-Racer by Bjarne Aas
Yanira is a magnificent 1953 Bjarne Aas–designed 12m Cruiser-Racer,
seamlessly combining timeless elegance with proven offshore performance.
Classic 12 metre Cruiser Racer Yanira 1954
FOR SALE
450.000 € VAT exempt
Spanish Matriculation Tax paid
New to Market: Classic 12 metre Class Cruiser Racer by Bjarne Aas built in Norway in 1954.
Looking for a Classic with racing pedigree?
Yanira was developed following the International 12 Metre Rule and built primarily of mahogany and oak. She measures 17.9 meters (59 feet) in length, with a beam of 3.8 meters and a draft of 2.6 meters. Yanira displaces roughly 22 tons and sports a full keel consistent with classic 12-metre designs.
Racing History
Yanira is a very fast cruiser-racer with an extensive record of 28 wins since 1984, including seven Copa del Rey -six consecutives- and five editions of the Puig Vela Classica Barcelona (2010, 2011, 2013, 2024, 2025),
Three wins in Les Voiles de Saint Tropez (1999, 2002, 2016), Les Dames in 2015 & 2016 and even in IR Cruise General Alfonso XIII Trophy Barcelona- as well as notable placements in other Mediterranean classic yacht events. Known for consistent performanceand admired for her speed and condition.
Refit
In 2013, the owner launched an extensive restoration, including new mastand rigging instalation, new sails and chainplates, complete re-caulking and plank replacement according to original build standards. New Yamaha engine.
Annual maintenance.
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Specs
| LOA: | 17,90 m | Year: | 1954 | Engine: | Yanmar 4JH 105hp |
| Beam: | 3,75 m | Displacement: | 20 T | Designer: | Bjarne Aas |
| Draft: | 2,60 m | Cabin: | 2 + 4 berth | Flag: | Spain |
Classic 12 metre Class Cruiser Racer by Bjarne Aas
1953: Designed by Bjarne Aas, renowned Norwegian naval architect specialized in 12-metre class yachts.
1954: Built and launched as Ingeborg for Norwegian owner Ragnar Appelgren. Constructed of mahogany and oak, following the classic 12-metre international rule design.
1960: Sold to Spanish industrialist Manuel Giró Minguella, who renamed her Yanira.
1970s: Ownership transferred to a syndicate of Spanish yacht enthusiasts, continuing Mediterranean cruising and racing.
1983: Became sole property of Federico García Planas, who maintained her as an active competitor in classic regattas.
2013: Underwent major restoration as part of the Regatta Experience project,
2014 onward: Regular participation in Mediterranean classic yacht regattas, including Puig Vela Clàssica, under current ownership and charter management.
This timeline highlights key ownership changes and significant refit milestones that have preserved Yanira’s historic integrity and racing competitiveness for over 70 years.
12 m Class Yanira
General Style
Cozy yet sporty interior blending traditional elegance with functional design.
Two cabins with two berths each. Four additional berths in saloon.
Layout Overview
Entry through the stern leads to the navigation room in the deckshouse, featuring the engine panel and a transverse bulkhead that doubles as a chart table.
Full-beam owner’s cabin with private head for enhanced comfort and privacy.
Port-side door opens to second vestibule and ocean companionway amidships.
Spacious and airy main saloon with convertible sofas, each incorporating a quarter berth.
Adjacent galley occupies the entire forward beam with ample workspace and a second head to port.
Forepeak guest cabin separated from the anchor locker by a curtain for privacy and efficient space use.
Sails & Rigging
Sails:
Main-sail: Terylene, Tack Velas, 2012
Jib: Yankee
Genoa: 2xn1 + 1xn2 + 1 reacher
Stay-sail: Yes
Spinnaker: 2 Tack Velas + 1 North
Sails cut according to her original specifications
Winches
Lewmar 2 x 65 ST (self tailing)
Lewmar 5 x 42 ST
Two stainless halyard winches (26) are fitted on the mast, following traditional rigging practice forclassic meter yachts
Furler: Selden 404S
Spinnaker Pole: Alloy
