Features

This John Spencer designed 36-foot fin keeler is reportedly one of the last that he designed and is a great gulf cruiser with speed, Launched approximately 1984. She is fastidiously maintained by the current owner/builder who has keep up with the maintenance of the paint work, etc. including the mast. The halyards and outer main stays were replaced approximately December 2014. This yacht is powered by a 24hp Arona diesel engine allowing it to cruise at 4 – 6 knots. She has a full set of sails with a furling headsail. The whole of the decks, varnished cabin and stern are covered by overall covers to protect from the weather. The vessel has 1.9m headroom with 1 double and 4 single berths. Electronics include VHF, log/speedo, autopilot, GPS (handheld) and depth sounder. This yacht should be considered if wanting a fast, competent gulf cruiser/racer with a pedigree ie Coastal Classic and other races locally with a lot of New Zealand heritage and grace. The mature owner builder has built 6 boats with a very keen eye on the quality and reluctantly is motivated to sell.

Specifications

Specifications

  • year
    1984
  • make
    Spencer 36
  • model
    Spencer 36
  • stock number
    4288

Construction

  • Hull Construction
    Timber Glassed
  • builder
    Dave Johnson
  • LOA approx
    10.90 m
  • beam approx
    3.30 m
  • draft approx
    1.80 m
  • hull type
    Double Diagonal Kauri

Engine

  • enginemake
    Arona
  • engine year
    1984
  • engine fuel
    Diesel
  • drive system
    Shaft

Tankage

  • fuel capacity approx
    25 Litres
  • fuel tank
    1x S/Steel
  • water capacity approx
    100 Litres
  • water tank
    1x Plastic

Interior

  • berths
    4 x single, 1 x double
  • headroom
    1.90m (6'3")
  • toilet
    Qty: 1, Location: Forward, Type: Jabsco Pump
  • cooking
    2 Burner/Oven
  • cabin no
    1

Accessories

  • safety equipment
    VHF: Yes
  • navigation gear
    GPS: Yes Radar: No GPS Plotter: No Fish finderNo
  • ground tackle
    Danforth Danforth
  • capstan
    Lawrance V2000

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Grant Miller

027 573 7618

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