Boats Less Than $30K Recent Noteworthy Finds

[Scout 30]

Originally Posted by Steadman Uhlich

SCOUT30 is just kidding.

I know he really wants another one.

Heck, if I could, I would have several, with one in different parts of the world I would like to sail..

One in Caribbean, one in Mediterranean, one in Alaska, Australia, etc... then fly to them to enjoy during the best season.

I wish...

I knew we shared the same affliction. Of course I'm kidding, I do need another boat.

[Scout 30]

Originally Posted by hamburking

...ok, you don't need a boat. But you do need a lesson in manners.

Is it possible there are other people in the world who are not you? No one is forcing you to read this thread.

You don't understand, I can't not read this thread.

[Don C L]

YEah thanks a LOT Steady for feeding our affliction.

[Scout 30]

Here is another boat for sale that Steady is forcing me to add to this thread. Being located north of Tarpon Springs, in the land of skinny waters, we are big fans of extreme shoal draft boats and this is one but on top of that, it's a schooner! One of my favorite boats & this one has the best interior I've seen yet. I've been on several & they've all had fake wood formica interiors but this one has real wood which looks great.

1975 Ted Brewer Lazy Jack Schooner Sail Boat For Sale - www.yachtworld.com

LAZY JACK SCHOONER sailboat specifications and details on sailboatdata.com

[Steadman Uhlich]

Dufour 31

Year = 1982
Asking Price = $5,000
Location = Rhode Island, USA
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Steady's Notes

This boat may have been linked in this thread before. I do not recall looking at this boat myself. I do seem to recall someone started a thread asking about the Dufour 31 model. I do not have time to do a full profile on this model, so you should (as always) do your own research to know more about this brand and this model.

Apparently it is still available. I suspect it has been hard to sell for some reason.

Notice the disclaimer on the ad about the engine. As with any used boat, and especially one advertized at this very low price, Caveat Emptor!

It is a boat with a tiller, something I like in smaller boats (30 feet or so). The interior looks nicer than some comparable American made boats of this size and price point.

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Ad
1982 Dufour 31 Sail Boat For Sale - www.yachtworld.com

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All photos in this post are from THIS ad for THIS boat.
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My Disclaimers and Requests

I have no financial or other connection to this boat or the seller.
I have not seen this boat in person, nor have I sailed on it.
As with any boat, it is a good idea to research the design to learn about how they sail, common problems and owner opinions.
As with any boat, it is smart to have a qualified yacht surveyor perform a survey of the boat to assess its condition.
I am posting this to help others find boats. This one caught my eye, and I hope this thread helps others find a good fit for them.
I hope this thread proves helpful to CF Members. If so, let me know, as it is nice to know the time spent on it has helped others.
IF you purchase this boat, let me know (a PM would be OK).
IF you purchase this boat, I would enjoy seeing it, or going for a sail on it, if I am ever in your area. Or, if you own a similar or sister boat send me a PM. I enjoy sailing on a wide variety of boats and would like to get some time on many designs, including this one.

[kclancy]

If you liked the Bristol 32 in Florida, but are on the wrong coast - like me, there is another available in Seattle. Looks to be a clean boat, but not as well equiped as the previous boat. One day when I graduate from my little Catalina 22, I'll get a big boys & girls boat!

https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/b...496488465.html

[Steadman Uhlich]

Brief Notice (no time for full profile):

Pearson 33

Year = 1971
Asking Price = $8,500
Location = Vero Beach, FL, USA
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Description from Ad

$40k spent on upgrades
including beautiful SS ports, stanchions, bow/stern rail rigging and sails and cushionsVee berth forward, head with holding tank and basin next aft, pressure water system, settees (one converts to double), ice box, new cockpit cushions, new cabin cusins swim ladder, PFD's, safety gear, fenders, docklines, miscellaneous gear.

CONSTRUCTION: Fiberglass hull (light blue), teak toerail, cored deck, wheel steering.

ELECTRICAL: 2-12 volt batteries, 110 shorepower with cord, battery charger.

ELECTRONICS: chartplotter, VHF radio, depthsounder, compass, AM/FM stereo with cassette.
DISPLACEMENT: 10,900. lbs., BALLAST: 4,200 lbs. DRAFT: 3'11"/7'7".
ENGINE: Atomic 4 gas).
SAILS AND RIGGING: Aluminum spars, S/S standing rigging, new roller furling ( new main Mack Pack), new genoa main, halyard led aft, end boom mainsheet. Owned by 503C youth sailing school. In water, in Vero Beach
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Link to data on Sailboatdata
PEARSON 33 sailboat specifications and details on sailboatdata.com
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Link to Ad:
1971 Pearson 33 Sail Boat For Sale - www.yachtworld.com

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My Disclaimers and Requests

I have no financial or other connection to this boat or the seller.
I have not seen this boat in person, nor have I sailed on it.
As with any boat, it is a good idea to research the design to learn about how they sail, common problems and owner opinions.
As with any boat, it is smart to have a qualified yacht surveyor perform a survey of the boat to assess its condition.
I am posting this to help others find boats. This one caught my eye, and I hope this thread helps others find a good fit for them.
I hope this thread proves helpful to CF Members. If so, let me know, as it is nice to know the time spent on it has helped others.
IF you purchase this boat, let me know (a PM would be OK).
IF you purchase this boat, I would enjoy seeing it, or going for a sail on it, if I am ever in your area. Or, if you own a similar or sister boat send me a PM. I enjoy sailing on a wide variety of boats and would like to get some time on many designs, including this one.

[Steadman Uhlich]

Islander 30 Mk2
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Steady's Notes

The photos of the boat show a nice looking boat, in what appears to be good condition. It appears well maintained (nice looking paint on deck and cockpit, clean interior, wood looks good).

It looks like a nice layout and features for a coastal cruiser of this size.

Most notably is the Yanmar Diesel engine, because this boat was repowered and has relatively few hours (242) on the Diesel engine.

As with any boat, a survey is a good idea. Caveat Emptor.

I like what I see in the photos. There are more photos showing the interior and cockpit and details on the linked page.
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LOA = 30'

Year = 1974

Asking Price = $9,875

Location = Redondo Beach, California
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Specifications from Sale Ad Listing

Additional Specs, Equipment and Information:

Dimensions
LOA: 30 ft 0 in
Beam: 10 ft 0 in
LWL: 24 ft 6 in
Minimum Draft: 5 ft 0 in
Displacement: 8600 lbs
Ballast: 3500 lbs

Engines
Engine 1:
Engine Brand: YANMAR
Engine/Fuel Type: Diesel
Engine Hours: 242

Outside Equipment/Extras
Manual windlass

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Link to Ad with contact info
1974 Islander Mk II Sail Boat For Sale - www.yachtworld.com
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All photos in this post are from THIS ad for THIS boat.
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My Disclaimers and Requests

I have no financial or other connection to this boat or the seller.
I have not seen this boat in person, nor have I sailed on it.
As with any boat, it is a good idea to research the design to learn about how they sail, common problems and owner opinions.
As with any boat, it is smart to have a qualified yacht surveyor perform a survey of the boat to assess its condition.
I am posting this to help others find boats. This one caught my eye, and I hope this thread helps others find a good fit for them.
I hope this thread proves helpful to CF Members. If so, let me know, as it is nice to know the time spent on it has helped others.
IF you purchase this boat, let me know (a PM would be OK).
IF you purchase this boat, I would enjoy seeing it, or going for a sail on it, if I am ever in your area. Or, if you own a similar or sister boat send me a PM. I enjoy sailing on a wide variety of boats and would like to get some time on many designs, including this one.

[Steadman Uhlich]

Tartan 34
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Steady's Notes

The photos of the boat show a nice looking boat, in what appears to be good condition. As with any boat, a survey is a good idea. Caveat Emptor.

I like what I see in the photos. There are more photos showing the interior and cockpit and details on the linked page.
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LOA = 34

Year = 1970

Asking Price = $9,900

Location = New Jersey, USA
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Specifications from Sailboatdata

Hull Type: Keel/Cbrd. Rig Type: Masthead Sloop
LOA: 34.42' / 10.49m LWL: 25.00' / 7.62m
Beam: 10.17' / 3.10m Listed SA: 527 ft2 / 48.96 m2
Draft (max.) 8.33' / 2.54m
Draft (min.) 3.92' / 1.19m
Displacement: 11200 lbs./ 5080 kgs. Ballast: 5000 lbs. / 2268 kgs.
Sail Area/Disp.1: 16.90 Bal./Disp.: 44.65% Disp./Len.: 320.00
Designer: Sparkman & Stephens
Builder: Tartan Marine (USA)
Construction: FG Bal. type: Lead
First Built: 1968 Last Built: 1978 # Built: 525
AUXILIARY POWER (orig. equip.)
Make: Universal Model: Atomic 4
Type: Gas HP: 30
TANKS
Water: 36 gals. / 136 ltrs. Fuel:
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Link to Ad with contact info: See Yachtworld
1970 Tartan 34 Sail Boat For Sale - www.yachtworld.com
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All photos in this post are from THIS ad for THIS boat.
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My Disclaimers and Requests

I have no financial or other connection to this boat or the seller.
I have not seen this boat in person, nor have I sailed on it.
As with any boat, it is a good idea to research the design to learn about how they sail, common problems and owner opinions.
As with any boat, it is smart to have a qualified yacht surveyor perform a survey of the boat to assess its condition.
I am posting this to help others find boats. This one caught my eye, and I hope this thread helps others find a good fit for them.
I hope this thread proves helpful to CF Members. If so, let me know, as it is nice to know the time spent on it has helped others.
IF you purchase this boat, let me know (a PM would be OK).
IF you purchase this boat, I would enjoy seeing it, or going for a sail on it, if I am ever in your area. Or, if you own a similar or sister boat send me a PM. I enjoy sailing on a wide variety of boats and would like to get some time on many designs, including this one.

[Matt Johnson]

Originally Posted by hpeer

FunJohnson, the trisalu? We looked at that boat a few years befor he bought it. My Wife fell in love with it, ticked all the buttons for her. We went over it for a few hours and sat in the cockpit talking.



She “What do you think?”

Me. “In 2 years we will sitting exactly here crying.”



We passed.



She is now a lovely boat, It was not in us to do what that couple did, a wonderful restoration.

Thanks Hpeer! You had mentioned the 2 yr timeline in our conversation before we started the rebuild. I thought you were a bit long, but turns out that was a 100% right on the money. I’m going to have to get your refit estimate on the next one we do too

Matt

[Steadman Uhlich]

Pearson 33'
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Steady's Notes

The photos of the boat show a nice looking, clean boat, in what appears to be good condition for this age and asking price. As with any boat, a survey is a good idea. Caveat Emptor.

I like what I see in the photos for this age and asking price.

Most importantly, several key items have been updated within the last 20 years, including the Engine, Mast, Rigging, Fuel Tank, Batteries, and less importantly, cushions.

There are more photos showing the interior and cockpit and details on the linked page.

Ad says:
"She had a new 30-HP Yanmar 3YM30 installed in 2004, new fuel tank in 2006, new interior cushions in 2007, new mast and rigging in 1998 and 2 new gel batteries in 2013. She comes with a mainsail and a 150 furling Genoa. Great for sailing in those skinny waters as she only draws 4-feet with the centerboard up."
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[LOA = 33'

Year = 1973

Location = Greenport, NY, USA

Asking Price = $10,000
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Specifications from Sailboatdata

Hull Type: Keel/Cbrd. Rig Type: Masthead Sloop
LOA: 32.92' / 10.03m LWL: 25.80' / 7.86m
Beam: 10.00' / 3.05m Listed SA: 492 ft2 / 45.71 m2
Draft (max.) 7.58' / 2.31m Draft (min.) 4.00' / 1.22m
Displacement: 10930 lbs./ 4958 kgs. Ballast: 4200 lbs. / 1905 kgs.
Sail Area/Disp.1: 16.04 Bal./Disp.: 38.42% Disp./Len.: 284.13
Designer: William Shaw
Builder: Pearson Yachts (USA)
Construction: FG Bal. type: Lead
First Built: 1969 Last Built: 1975 # Built:
AUXILIARY POWER (orig. equip.)
Make: Universal Model: Atomic 4
Type: Gas HP:
TANKS
Water: 60 gals. / 227 ltrs. Fuel:
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Link to Ad with contact info for owner. FSBO
1973 Pearson 33 Sail Boat For Sale - www.yachtworld.com
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All photos in this post are from THIS ad for THIS boat.
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My Disclaimers and Requests

I have no financial or other connection to this boat or the seller.
I have not seen this boat in person, nor have I sailed on it.
As with any boat, it is a good idea to research the design to learn about how they sail, common problems and owner opinions.
As with any boat, it is smart to have a qualified yacht surveyor perform a survey of the boat to assess its condition.
I am posting this to help others find boats. This one caught my eye, and I hope this thread helps others find a good fit for them.
I hope this thread proves helpful to CF Members. If so, let me know, as it is nice to know the time spent on it has helped others.
IF you purchase this boat, let me know (a PM would be OK).
IF you purchase this boat, I would enjoy seeing it, or going for a sail on it, if I am ever in your area. Or, if you own a similar or sister boat send me a PM. I enjoy sailing on a wide variety of boats and would like to get some time on many designs, including this one.

[Steadman Uhlich]

Saw this nice photo of an Allied Sea Wind mk2 32' 1977 and wanted to share.
Looks nice. Sale is pending, so I won't post more info, but just wanted folks to see how nice the profile is of this boat. Nice sheer line.

[Sailmonkey]

Originally Posted by Steadman Uhlich

Saw this nice photo of an Allied Sea Wind mk2 32' 1977 and wanted to share.

Looks nice. Sale is pending, so I won't post more info, but just wanted folks to see how nice the profile is of this boat. Nice sheer line.

That is a nice boat[emoji106]

[Steadman Uhlich]

Endeavour 32
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Steady's Notes

The photos of the boat show a nice looking boat, in what appears to be very good condition for its age and asking price.

Most importantly, it has been repowered with a Vetus Diesel engine with low hours on it now.

As with any boat, a survey is a good idea. Caveat Emptor.

I like what I see in the photos. The interior looks clean and appears to have a nice finish on all of the interior wood. There are more photos showing the interior and cockpit and details on the linked page.
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LOA = 32'

Year = 1977

Location = Florida

Asking Price = $12,900
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Specifications from Sale Ad Listing

Specs
Keel: Fin

Dimensions
LOA: 32 ft 0 in
Beam: 9 ft 9 in
LWL: 25 ft 3 in
Maximum Draft: 4 ft 2 in
Displacement: 11700 lbs Dry Load
Ballast: 5000 lbs

Engines
Total Power: 12 HP

Engine 1:
Engine Brand: Vetus
Year Built: 2008
Engine Model: M2D
Engine Type: Inboard
Engine/Fuel Type: Diesel
Engine Hours: 325
Propeller: 3 blade propeller
Drive Type: Direct Drive
Engine Power: 12 HP

Electronics
CD player
Log-speedometer - Tacktick
Depthsounder - Tacktick
Compass
Radio
VHF
Plotter - Garmin GPSMAP 441

Hot water
Refrigerator
Battery charger

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Link to Ad with contact info
http://www.yachtworld.com/boats/1977...g#.Wqsl0tFOmhB
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All photos in this post are from THIS ad for THIS boat.
___________________________________

My Disclaimers and Requests

I have no financial or other connection to this boat or the seller.
I have not seen this boat in person, nor have I sailed on it.
As with any boat, it is a good idea to research the design to learn about how they sail, common problems and owner opinions.
As with any boat, it is smart to have a qualified yacht surveyor perform a survey of the boat to assess its condition.
I am posting this to help others find boats. This one caught my eye, and I hope this thread helps others find a good fit for them.
I hope this thread proves helpful to CF Members. If so, let me know, as it is nice to know the time spent on it has helped others.
IF you purchase this boat, let me know (a PM would be OK).
IF you purchase this boat, I would enjoy seeing it, or going for a sail on it, if I am ever in your area. Or, if you own a similar or sister boat send me a PM. I enjoy sailing on a wide variety of boats and would like to get some time on many designs, including this one.

[Steadman Uhlich]

Catalina 30
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Steady's Notes

The photos of the boat show a nice looking boat, in what appears to be very good condition, considering its age and Asking Price.

While the Catalina 30 model is very popular and common, the amount of good upgrades made to this one make this one stand out from the many others on the market.

The previous owner has spent a lot of money already, allowing the next owner to get an inexpensive boat with many new or recent or relatively new upgrades.

Why Very Good Condition?
Because of the numerous good updates which include:

a 2006 Beta Marine 20hp. diesel with very low hours; wheel steering; 2010 mainsail; Harken roller furling system with 2009 genoa; 2017 bimini; 2009 dodger; new winches, traveler, and blocks in 2014 plus much more (see below)

As with any boat, a survey is a good idea. Caveat Emptor.

I like what I see in the photos. There are more photos showing the interior and cockpit and details on the linked page.
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LOA = 30'

Year = 1983

Location = West Haverstraw, NY

Asking Price = $15,000
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Specifications from Sale Ad Listing

Specs
Keel: Fin

Engines
Total Power: 20 HP

Engine 1:
Engine Brand: Beta Marine
Year Built: 2006
Engine Model: BD722
Engine Type: Inboard
Engine/Fuel Type: Diesel
Propeller: 2 blade propeller
Engine Power: 20 HP



1983 CATALINA 30 –
LOA 29’11” DRAFT 5’3” (fin)
LWL 25’ DISP. 10,200 lbs.
BEAM 10’10” BALLAST 4,200 lbs.

FUEL: 18 gallons WATER: 40 gallons HOLDING: 15 gallons

ENGINE:
• Beta Marine Model BD722 diesel inboard (2006)
• 20 hp
• Low hours
• Fresh water cooled
• PSS Dripless shaft seal (2016)
• 2 blade fixed propeller
• Water temperature gauge and alarm
• Oil pressure gauge and alarm
• Amp / voltmeter
• Ignition and panel gauges for engine (2017)
• Fuel fill cap and assembly (2014)

ACCOMMODATIONS:
• Large V-berth forward with storage underneath and a shelf along the hull
• Head to port with marine toilet, sink, vanity and pressure water with shower
• Huge hanging locker to starboard
• Main salon with straight settee to starboard with outboard shelf and cabinet, L-shaped settee to port (converts to a large double berth) with outboard shelf and cabinet, and bulkhead mounted dining table
• U-shaped galley to port with stove and oven, double stainless steel sink, ice chest, and pressure water
• Navigation station to starboard
• Large double quarterberth to starboard.

SAILS:
• Tasker mainsail (2010)
• Tasker roller furling 150% genoa (2009)
• Original mainsail
• Original genoa
• Original jib

SAILING EQUIPMENT:
• Wheel steering
• Harken MkIII roller furling headsail system
• Lewmar #45 2-speed self-tailing primary winches (2014)
• Lewmar #30 winch
• Garhauer cabin top traveler and mainsheet (2014)
• Garhauer jib cars (2014)
• Backstay adjuster (2014)

ELECTRONICS:
• Ritchie compass (binnacle) (2014)
• Datamarine depthsounder
• Stereo with speakers in cabin
• Windex

ELECTRICAL:
• Battery charger
• 2 batteries
• Shore power and cord
• Circuit breaker panel

GALLEY / WATER SYSTEM:
• Double stainless steel sink
• Hot and cold pressure water
• Top-loading ice chest
• 2 burner gimbaled alcohol stove with oven (needs repair)

HEAD:
• Jabsco marine head (2015) with 15 gallon holding tank and Y-valve
• Vanity with stainless sink
• Faucet and shower assembly (2017)
• Hot and cold pressure water
• Shower
• Medicine cabinet

SAFETY:
• Plow anchor with chain and rode (2014)
• Danforth second anchor (2014)
• Electric and manual bilge pumps
• Boat hooks (2)
• Dock lines and fenders
• Horseshoe buoy
• Coast Guard safety gear

ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT:
• Bimini (2017)
• Dodger (2008)
• 8.5’ West Marine inflatable dinghy with oars and pump
• Mainsail cover (2010)
• Cockpit folding seats (2014)
• Screens
• Cockpit table
• Teak drink / binoculars holder
• Stern swim ladder


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Link to Ad with contact info for owner. FSBO
1983 Catalina 30 - 2006 diesel Sail Boat For Sale - www.yachtworld.com
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All photos in this post are from THIS ad for THIS boat.
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My Disclaimers and Requests

I have no financial or other connection to this boat or the seller.
I have not seen this boat in person, nor have I sailed on it.
As with any boat, it is a good idea to research the design to learn about how they sail, common problems and owner opinions.
As with any boat, it is smart to have a qualified yacht surveyor perform a survey of the boat to assess its condition.
I am posting this to help others find boats. This one caught my eye, and I hope this thread helps others find a good fit for them.
I hope this thread proves helpful to CF Members. If so, let me know, as it is nice to know the time spent on it has helped others.
IF you purchase this boat, let me know (a PM would be OK).
IF you purchase this boat, I would enjoy seeing it, or going for a sail on it, if I am ever in your area. Or, if you own a similar or sister boat send me a PM. I enjoy sailing on a wide variety of boats and would like to get some time on many designs, including this one.