The Rival 34 is a highly respected offshore cruiser renowned for its strength, seaworthiness and timeless design. Built to a high standard and designed by Peter Brett, it offers a stable, seakindly hull that inspires confidence in challenging conditions. The practical layout provides comfortable accommodation for extended cruising, while its proven bluewater capability makes it ideal for serious sailors. With classic lines, dependable performance and enduring appeal, the Rival 34 remains a superb choice for those seeking a capable and characterful cruising yacht. MechanicalBukh DV20 2 cylinder 20hp. Only 70 hrs since rebuilt engine and gearbox approximately 10 years ago2 blade propellor and spacer bar and ropecutter25 gall fuel tankExhaust temperature alarmSpare alternator and alternator beltRocol fuel filter and spare filters Electrical3 x 12v 110ah Yuasa batteries - 2025Shore power system.Sinergex 1000w invertor2 solar panelsAll electrics rewired with marine grade breakers throughout NavigationCockpit Depth - Raymarine ST60Speed - Raymarine ST60Wind - Raymarine ST60 - needs new anemometerAutopilot - Raymarine ST 4000+Chart tableVHF - Raymarine 240EGPS - Garmin 128Speed and depth - Autohelm BidataRadar - Raymarine RL70CVHF - Seavoice 550 Sails, Spars and RiggingSloop with alumium mast and boom. Spinnaker pole.Overspec standing rigging. - Age TBCProfurl Genoa systemRemoveable inner stay1 x Lewmar 8 mast winch1 x Girdlestone G8 mast winchSails - all plus 15 yearsLucas main - rated 5 out of 10Lucas working Genoa - rated 5 out of 10Cruising shute - rated 8 out of 10Spinnaker - rated 8 out of 10Storm Jib - rated 8 out of 10Storm Trysail - rated 8 out of 10 Interior & Domestic6 berths in 1 cabin plus saloon and quarter berth 1 x heads with waste tankPumped cold water Seawater fosset and pump to sinkEberspacher Airtonic D2 warm air heatingGalley with 2 burner, grill and ovenFridge/freezer (compressor keel cooled 12v/240v)SinkLarge forward facing chart tableSaloon with Loads of quality storage cupboards, shelving even including a drinks cabinetQuarter berth behind chart table suitable for storing folding bikes, oilskins etcLarge "wet locker"/ clothes cupboard DeckTiller steeringGRP deck with teak slats and grating in cockpit45lb CQR with 50m chain and 50m warpManual windlassAnchor lockerCockpit table2 harken 40 ST primary winches2 x Lewmar secondary winches Safety2 manual and 1 electric bilge pumpHorseshoe lifebuoyDanbuoy CanvasSprayhoodSail cover MiscellaneousLast lifted and antifouled - November 2025 DocumentationBill of Sale to current owners 2000Part One registration (Expired) and old Bill of Sale - Showing previous owners MeasurementsLOA: 10.74 mLWL: 8.2 mBeam: 3.2 mDraft: 1.42mDisplacement: 7100 kgFuel Tanks Cap.: 94 LFresh Water Tanks Cap.: 200 LHolding Capacity: 30 LPropulsionEngine 1Engine Make: BukhEngine Model: DVMPower: 20 hpDrive Type: Shaft DriveFuel Type: Diesel
This 1979 Rival 34 is listed for sale in Gosport, Hampshire, England. With a 35ft layout and used condition, this boat is suited to buyers looking for sail options in this location. View full details, photos and specifications for reference RB691891 on Rightboat.