Jubilee | 2015 Leopard 48

Jubilee represents a rare opportunity to acquire one of the nicest Leopard 48s currently available on the market. Recently refreshed with extensive maintenance, mechanical servicing, and cosmetic improvements, she offers the ideal combination of proven cruising capability and turnkey readiness.

One of the most striking recent upgrades was the professional removal of her gray hull wrap, revealing exceptionally well-preserved original gelcoat beneath. Protected from years of direct UV exposure, the hulls retain an impressive shine and appearance that immediately set Jubilee apart from comparable vessels. Combined with recent bottom paint, rigging work, saildrive service, and numerous system upgrades, she presents as a vessel that has benefited from significant recent investment.

Originally purchased before entering the bareboat charter fleet, Jubilee has spent much of her life under private ownership and private cruising. She has cruised the East Coast and Caribbean successfully and remains ready for her next owners to continue the adventure.

Whether your plans include Bahamas cruising, Caribbean passages, liveaboard life, or extended offshore exploration, Jubilee is equipped and prepared to go.

Why Buy Jubilee?

Unlike many Leopard 48s that come to market with lengthy deferred maintenance lists, Jubilee has already undergone substantial post-survey improvements and upgrades.

Highlights include:

1. Original gelcoat recently uncovered after wrap removal
2. New bottom paint (2025)
3. New propellers (2025)
4. New anchor chain (2025)
5. New Mantus anchor (2026)
6. New underwater lights (2025)
7. Saildrives serviced with new housings (2025)
8. New cap shrouds (2025)
9. Main engine service completed
10. Port and starboard engine heat exchangers replaced (2026)
11. Northern Lights generator recently serviced, including injectors and fuel pump
12. Two windows replaced and majority of windows professionally rebedded
13. Additional window rebedding scheduled
14. Radar
15. Eisenglass enclosure (2022)
16. New sail bag
17. 840 watts of solar
18. 3,000-watt inverter/charger
19. Spectra watermaker (pickled for several years)
20. Freshwater electric heads
21. AB tender with Suzuki 25HP outboard
22. New engine start batteries
23. Generator battery replaced

Designed for Cruising

The Leopard 48 has earned a reputation as one of the most successful cruising catamarans ever built.

Her signature forward cockpit creates an entirely separate outdoor living space while maintaining excellent airflow throughout the vessel. The raised helm provides outstanding visibility under sail and while maneuvering. Wide side decks, excellent engine access, generous tankage, and practical systems layout make the Leopard 48 particularly attractive for owner-operated cruising.

Jubilee's equipment package makes her equally suited for weekends aboard or extended island cruising.

Accommodations

Four Cabin / Four Head Layout

Jubilee features the highly desirable four-cabin layout with four private ensuite heads, making her ideal for family cruising, liveaboard use, or charter operations.

Features include:

1. Four private queen cabins
2. Four ensuite heads with separate shower stalls
3. Freshwater electric heads
4. Upgraded mattresses
5. Additional forepeak storage area
6. Under-berth storage throughout
7. Ventilation fans in cabins
8. Full bedding and linens included

The bright and open salon provides panoramic visibility and excellent natural light. Large windows create an airy feel while maintaining sightlines throughout the vessel.

Galley

The Leopard 48 galley is designed for serious cruising and extended living aboard.

Features include:

1. Corian countertops
2. Double stainless-steel sink
3. Microwave
4. Dedicated trash locker
5. Extensive storage
6. Large refrigeration capacity

Exterior Living Spaces

Jubilee offers multiple outdoor entertaining areas that make the Leopard 48 one of the most social cruising catamarans available.

Features include:

1. Signature forward cockpit
2. Two forward cockpit tables
3. Spacious aft cockpit
4. Seating for up to ten guests
5. Eisenglass enclosure
6. Hot and cold transom shower
7. Fishing rod storage rack
8. Fishing rod holders
9. Swim platforms
10. Raised helm station with excellent visibility

Mechanical Systems

Engines

Twin Yanmar 4JH5 57HP diesel engines

1. Approx. 3500 hours
2. Recent engine service completed
3. Port and starboard heat exchangers replaced (2026)
4. Cooling systems serviced
5. SD60 saildrives
6. Saildrives recently serviced with new housings
7. New propellers (2025)

Generator

Northern Lights 9kW Generator

1. Approx. 12,000 hours
2. Recently serviced
3. New injectors
4. New fuel pump
5. Proven long-life commercial-grade platform

Electrical Systems

1. 110V shore power system
2. Dual 30A shore power connections
3. 3,000W inverter/charger
4. 840W solar array
5. Air conditioning
6. Generator support
7. Engine and generator start batteries recently replaced

Electronics

Upgraded Raymarine electronics package including:

1. Raymarine chartplotter
2. Raymarine radar
3. Raymarine autopilot
4. Raymarine wind instrumentation
5. Dual-station VHF system
6. Stereo system

Sailing Systems

1. Aluminum Sparcraft mast
2. Profurl headsail furler
3. Electric winche
4. New cap shrouds (2025)
5. Standing rigging inspected
6. Sail bag (2022)
7. Proven offshore cruising platform

Ground Tackle

1. Mantus anchor (2026)
2. New anchor chain (2025)
3. Lewmar windlass
4. Anchoring bridle
5. Dock lines and fenders included

Included Tender Package

1. AB tender (2022)
2. Suzuki 25HP outboard

Broker's Remarks

Jubilee stands out in today's Leopard 48 market because the expensive work has already begun. Recent investments in saildrives, standing rigging, cooling systems, windows, electronics, bottom paint, chain replacement, and cosmetic improvements have significantly improved the vessel since her most recent survey. The recent removal of the hull wrap revealed beautifully preserved original gelcoat, giving the boat an appearance far newer than her age.

For buyers seeking a capable cruising catamaran with extensive recent upgrades and immediate cruising potential, Jubilee deserves serious consideration.