2012 Dean 5000 (Panama)

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$494,000 (USD) Cristbal, Panama (Panama)

S/V Manila Spirit is a Cristbal, Panama based 2012 Dean 5000 For Sale By Broker. Responses to inquiries may come from a broker who is representing the owner as a fiduciary. This owner requires financial settlement only. No trades.

Dean Catamarans 5000 Manila Spirit

Current Location: Panama Shelter Bay Marina

A Cherished Home, Not a Charter Boat — The Pinnacle of Turnkey Readiness

Manila Spirit represents a truly exceptional offering: the legendary Dean 5000, known as the precursor to the award-winning Xquisite X5. She is a robust, ocean-ready vessel built to the highest Category A – Altamar (Ocean) standard, combining high performance with the safety and spaciousness required for world cruising.

This catamaran is reluctantly offered for sale because the owners must change their long-term onboard living plans for health reasons. Consequently, Manila Spirit is maintained in immaculate condition with an extraordinary complement of high-end, nearly new equipment, a genuine turnkey opportunity where all systems are ready for immediate departure.

STANDOUT FEATURES

Unmatched Power and Energy Independence

This vessel was engineered for true off-grid freedom, with extensive power generation and storage, hybrid charging sources, on-demand water production, and redundant propulsion systems to support extended offshore cruising without reliance on shore services.

Exceptional Blue-Water Capability & Ease of Sail

Designed for short-handed sailing, Manila Spirit features a modern sail inventory and upgraded deck gear to simplify handling. Hydraulic steering upgrades and thoughtful sail handling systems make long passages manageable and comfortable for a small crew.

State-of-the-Art Navigation and Connectivity

Manila Spirit is fitted with professional-grade electronics and multiple connectivity options to keep you safe and connected at sea. The navigation suite, radar, autopilot systems, and comprehensive communications and safety equipment provide reliable situational awareness and long-range communication capabilities.

Luxurious Owner’s Version Interior

The unique owner’s layout offers vast, comfortable living quarters and a dedicated workshop space. Climate control, ambient lighting, a fully equipped galley with high-quality appliances, and refined entertainment systems create a true home afloat.

FULL SPEC SHEET

Builder: Dean Catamarans. Model: 5000. Year built: 2012. Condition: Excellent condition.

Length overall (LOA) 15.39 m, beam 8.00 m, draft 1.50 m, displacement approximately 19,000 kg. Construction is glass reinforced plastic (GRP) and the design category is A – Ocean.

Accommodation in the owner’s version provides three cabins and three heads, offering generous living space and practical arrangements for extended cruising.

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Specifications

NameS/V Manila Spirit
MakeDean
Model5000
Year2012
TypeMultihull Sailboat
BuilderDean Catamarans
DesignerRudolf Jonker
ConstructionFiberglass
Cabins3
Heads3
GalleyUp

Dimensions

Loa50
Beam26
Draft4.75 ft

Tankage

Water Tanks790 L
Holding Tanks1

Performance

Engines2 x Yanmar 4JH80 Commonrail Marine Diesel 80 HP
Engine Hours1700 / 1700
GeneratorFischer Panda 8000i 8 kW 220 V
Displacement19000 kg
SailsMainsail 100 m2, reacher 90 m2 (electric furler), jib 42 m2 (electric furler), asymmetrical spinnaker 160 m2

Layout Diagram

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Inventory

Vessel Identification

  • Name Manila Spirit
  • Builder Dean Catamarans
  • Model 5000
  • Type Catamaran
  • Year built 2012
  • Current location Panama Shelter Bay Marina
  • Condition Excellent
  • Design category A Ocean
  • Material Glass Reinforced Plastic GRP
  • LOA 15.39 m
  • Beam 8.00 m
  • Draft 1.50 m
  • Displacement 19000 kg
  • Accommodation Owners version 3 cabins 3 berths 3 heads

Engine and Propulsion

  • Engines 2 Yanmar 4JH80 commonrail marine diesels
  • Service history New in 2017 serviced 2024 approx 1700 hours 250h service scheduled 2025
  • Drives SD 60 sail drives new 2017
  • Propellers SPW Varioprop DF112 4 bladed folding propellers new 2016
  • Alternators 2 x 90 A standard and 2 x 110 A high output new 2017
  • Bow thruster Maxpower 60 with dedicated 24 V gel battery and charger new 2024
  • Hydraulic steering upgrade Electro hydraulic autopilot pump EHPE12R hydraulic cylinders MTP175 steering pump HTP42R new 2019
  • Engine room soundproofing new 2023
  • Fuel transfer pump with Parker filters

Sails and Rigging

  • Mainsail Ullman 1076 sq ft new 2024
  • Reacher 968 sq ft on electric furler new 2024
  • Jib 452 sq ft on second electric furler new 2024
  • Asymmetrical spinnaker 1722 sq ft with top down furler new 2020
  • Mast custom made by Southern Spars Cape Town
  • Winches 2 Harken electric winches manual Harken foredeck 2 Selden electric furlers new 2017
  • Electric Harken winches and Selden furlers for short handed sailing

Electrical System and Power

  • House batteries Mastervolt 12 V gel bank totaling 1000 Ah new 2024
  • Starting batteries 2110 Ah AGM new 2024
  • Inverter charger Mastervolt Combi Ultra 12 V 3000 W 150 A new 2017
  • Generator Fischer Panda 8000i 8 kW 220 V with sound insulation serviced 2025
  • Solar installations 6145 W on salon coach roof recessed hinged adjustable new 2020
  • Solar installations 2300 W on dinghy supports new 2017
  • Solar installations 2100 W on coach roof in front of helm new 2021
  • Solar chargers Mastervolt 60 A MPPT new 2018 Victron 40 A and 30 A MPPT new 2017
  • Wind generator Silent Wind 400 W new 2018
  • System management Mastervolt DC heavy current distribution shunt Masterbus network new 2018 Mastervolt EasyView5 touchscreen new 2019

Navigation and Electronics

  • Plotter Furuno TZT14 14 inch touch new 2018
  • Radar Furuno HD Radar DRS4NXT with Doppler receiver new 2018
  • Autopilot Furuno Navpilot711 at helm new 2024 Furuno Navpilot7002 autopilot processor new 2024
  • Instruments Furuno wind transducer new 2022 Furuno FI501 FI503 Airmar DST800 tridata transducer new 2018
  • Communications KVH V3 HTS MiniVSAT new 2021 Starlink new 09 2024
  • Radios ICOM IC M506 VHF with Command MIC 3 in cockpit new 2018 SSB ICOM IC 803 new 2021
  • AIS Furuno AIS FA50 transceiver new 2016
  • Forward echo sounder Echopilot 2D pre installed 2018
  • Viking 8 man life raft serviced 2024
  • Quick chain counter and control in cockpit
  • MaxSea TimeZero navigation software on PC

Plumbing and Wet Amenities

  • Water maker Sea R O 220 V new 2024
  • Water heater Quick 60 L new anode 2024
  • Heads 3 Vetus WCS2 electric toilets fresh water or sea water flushing
  • Through hulls GROCO fittings 11 sea cocks new 2019
  • Wash downs Sea water and fresh water wash down at anchor hatch freshwater washdown in cockpit cockpit shower hot cold
  • Tankage Water tank 790 L Waste tank 300 L

Interior and Comfort

  • Owners layout large living quarters and dedicated workshop
  • Salon Air conditioning total 40000 BTU ambient LED strip lighting
  • Climate control Dometic Marine Air units listed with heater 7 Caframo fans in salon and cabins new 2017
  • Entertainment Samsung 43 inch LED TV in salon new 2020 24 inch TV in starboard aft cabin Krell amplifier NAIM HDX streamer Blu Ray player salon and cockpit speakers
  • Kawai MP10 electric piano in custom furniture connected to internal external speakers
  • Workshop with storage and basic tools
  • Complete vinyl headliner replacement new 2023

Galley and Appliances

  • Refrigeration Vitrifrigo 2 drawer fridge in galley Vitrifrigo freezer in galley Vitrifrigo fridge in cockpit extra Vitrifrigo freezer in starboard hull ice maker
  • Cooking SMEG oven with microwave 220 V new 2017 2 burner gas cooker new 2017 2 burner electric cooker new 2017 extractor hood
  • Laundry SMEG washer dryer
  • Dishwasher SMEG dishwasher
  • Galley faucets Filtered water freshwater and saltwater faucets

Hull and Deck

  • Extended sugar scoops bathing platforms new 2019
  • LED courtesy lights in cockpit and sugar scoops blue
  • Underwater lights SeaBlaze X2 high power blue white LED
  • Anchoring Main anchor Ultra 45 kg with 50 m of 10 mm stainless chain Secondary anchor Ultra 25 kg with 50 m of 10 mm stainless chain
  • Antifouling Underwater epoxy primer 2 coats new 2019 Trinidad hard antifouling 3 coats last painted March 2024 Sacrificial anodes new 2024
  • Covers and canvas Extended sunshade for cockpit new 2017 Cockpit cushions new 2019 Sliding cloth bimini above helm chair new 2018
  • Davit BBQ with gas line supply on transom

Water Toys and Extras

  • Dinghy 3D Tender UL 310 aluminum hull
  • Dinghy motors Tohatsu 2 stroke 9.9 hp Torqueedo electric 1 kW
  • Stand up paddle board
  • Offshore fishing gear Spearfishing gear new 2025
  • 2 Zizzo Ferro folding bikes new 2025
  • Spare parts Extensive inventory of spare parts for engines generator water maker and rigging

Full Inventory Highlights

  • Antifouling Trinidad hard antifouling 3 coats last painted March 2024
  • Deck Extended bathing platforms new 2019 SeaBlaze X2 underwater lights
  • Water toys Aluminum hull tender 3D Tender UL 310 with Tohatsu 9.9 hp and Torqueedo electric motor
  • Spares Extensive spares for critical systems engines generator water maker rigging

Disclaimer

  • The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel A buyer should instruct his agents or his surveyors to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated This vessel is offered subject to prior sale price change or withdrawal without notice

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Deck Photos

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Interior Photos

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Charles Badoian

By Charles Badoian

At 12 years old Charles told his mom he wanted to live on a boat and that dream became a reality at 35 when he moved onboard a baby trimaran full time. Growing up in Greece and moving back to the USA for highschool and college, Charles has never veered far from the water. After a decade in the Florida Keys and the Bahamas, Charles is now based in Bocas del Toro Panama, living on his Shuttleworth catamaran. Charles has a deep understanding of ship systems and has been living off grid for over a decade, with a significant amount of shorthanded performance sailing. “There are few things I appreciate more than watching the eyes of a new owner light up when taking the helm of their new boat for the first time, or seeing a well-loved boat going to a great new home, and knowing I helped make that a reality”

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