1991 Morgan ocean
Guatemalaon the market since 17 days
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1976 Morgan Ocean 31 "Chérie" — Fully Refit, Bluewater-Ready Offshore Cruiser
Asking Price: $35,000 USD Location: Rio Dulce, GuatemalaA Rare, Proven Offshore Passagemaker — Ready to Sail Today
Chérie is a rare and highly regarded Morgan Ocean 31, designed by Angelo Lavranos and built in Durban, South Africa by Morgan Mosenthal Marine. Only approximately 25 hulls were ever produced, each built with solid fiberglass construction, exceptional laminate thickness, a full keel with cutaway forefoot, and fully encapsulated lead ballast. Among offshore sailors, the Morgan Ocean 31 has earned a reputation as forgiving, capable, and built for real bluewater passages.
This is only the vessel's second ownership. The first owners — a family of three — sailed Chérie over 50,000 miles, from South Africa to New Zealand, with stops in the Amazon River, the Caribbean, and both coasts of the US, transiting the Panama Canal three times. The current owners lived aboard full-time for a year and sailed her 4,500 miles, up and down the US East Coast, through the Bahamas, and on to Guatemala via the Windward Passage and Jamaica. This is a boat that has been tested and has proven herself many times over.Vessel Overview
Chérie is currently docked and maintained at a marina in Rio Dulce, Guatemala. She underwent an extensive, ground-up refit between September 2024 and June 2025 and is in excellent condition throughout. She comes with a full complement of tools, essential cruising references, and extras — she is truly turn-key and ready for her next owner to cast off.2024–2025 Refit Highlights
Engine & Drivetrain
New Beta 25 diesel engine with 75-amp alternator
New AGM starter battery
New prop shaft, propeller, and cutlass bearing
Rigging
New standing rigging, running rigging, and chainplates
Electrical & Power
New 600Ah lithium house bank (Epoch Essentials batteries, Victron system throughout)
New 300W bifacial solar panel with Victron solar controller
Hull & Systems
All new thru-hulls and seacocks
Electronics & Navigation
New Icom VHF with AIS receive (backup)
New Digital Yacht AIS transceiver
New VHF/AIS antenna and mast wiring
New Garmin wind instrument and multifunction display
Ground Tackle
150' of new G4 5/16" windlass-grade anchor chain
New Rocna 15 anchor
New manual windlass
Sails & Safety
New mainsail and new working jib
New Pelagic tiller pilot
New 6-person offshore life raft
...and much more. Full refit records and receipts available upon request.Why the Morgan Ocean 31
Purpose-built for offshore work, the Morgan Ocean 31 combines a full keel, encapsulated ballast, and heavy solid-glass construction with a manageable size for shorthanded or solo cruising. With this refit complete, Chérie is set up as a genuine turn-key bluewater cruiser — not a project boat.
Contact the listing broker today to schedule a showing in Rio Dulce, Guatemala.
Asking Price: $35,000 USD Location: Rio Dulce, GuatemalaA Rare, Proven Offshore Passagemaker — Ready to Sail Today
Chérie is a rare and highly regarded Morgan Ocean 31, designed by Angelo Lavranos and built in Durban, South Africa by Morgan Mosenthal Marine. Only approximately 25 hulls were ever produced, each built with solid fiberglass construction, exceptional laminate thickness, a full keel with cutaway forefoot, and fully encapsulated lead ballast. Among offshore sailors, the Morgan Ocean 31 has earned a reputation as forgiving, capable, and built for real bluewater passages.
This is only the vessel's second ownership. The first owners — a family of three — sailed Chérie over 50,000 miles, from South Africa to New Zealand, with stops in the Amazon River, the Caribbean, and both coasts of the US, transiting the Panama Canal three times. The current owners lived aboard full-time for a year and sailed her 4,500 miles, up and down the US East Coast, through the Bahamas, and on to Guatemala via the Windward Passage and Jamaica. This is a boat that has been tested and has proven herself many times over.Vessel Overview
Chérie is currently docked and maintained at a marina in Rio Dulce, Guatemala. She underwent an extensive, ground-up refit between September 2024 and June 2025 and is in excellent condition throughout. She comes with a full complement of tools, essential cruising references, and extras — she is truly turn-key and ready for her next owner to cast off.2024–2025 Refit Highlights
Engine & Drivetrain
New Beta 25 diesel engine with 75-amp alternator
New AGM starter battery
New prop shaft, propeller, and cutlass bearing
Rigging
New standing rigging, running rigging, and chainplates
Electrical & Power
New 600Ah lithium house bank (Epoch Essentials batteries, Victron system throughout)
New 300W bifacial solar panel with Victron solar controller
Hull & Systems
All new thru-hulls and seacocks
Electronics & Navigation
New Icom VHF with AIS receive (backup)
New Digital Yacht AIS transceiver
New VHF/AIS antenna and mast wiring
New Garmin wind instrument and multifunction display
Ground Tackle
150' of new G4 5/16" windlass-grade anchor chain
New Rocna 15 anchor
New manual windlass
Sails & Safety
New mainsail and new working jib
New Pelagic tiller pilot
New 6-person offshore life raft
...and much more. Full refit records and receipts available upon request.Why the Morgan Ocean 31
Purpose-built for offshore work, the Morgan Ocean 31 combines a full keel, encapsulated ballast, and heavy solid-glass construction with a manageable size for shorthanded or solo cruising. With this refit complete, Chérie is set up as a genuine turn-key bluewater cruiser — not a project boat.
Contact the listing broker today to schedule a showing in Rio Dulce, Guatemala.
