Description

The world-renowned Contessa 32 needs little introduction. This classic cruiser/racer is well known for its seaworthiness and offshore performance. She has had two owners since new and appears to be in a well-maintained condition. During its current tenure, she has had several upgrades including a new windlass, AIS receiver and fuel tank. For those looking for a fantastic cruising boat with lovely lines, then she is the boat for you.




Viewing by appointment only through the Suffolk - 01473 659681 or email: suffolk@clarkeandcarter.co.uk




Accommodation





The accommodation offers up to six berths within two cabins. In the forecabin, there is a double V-berth and stowage below. Opening hatch to the foredeck. Full width heads compartment with Jabsco marine toilet and a pressurised hot and cold water supply to an extendable shower. Wet locker opposite to starboard.
Stepping aft into the saloon, there is a U-shaped dinette to port with a single drop leaf table to centre, that drops to form a double berth. Single settee berth opposite to starboard. Good stowage around the saloon provide by handy lockers and shelving. The L-shape galley is in the port quarter which has a Techimpex two burner gas cooker with a grill and oven. Stainless steel sink with pressurised hot and cold water supply, as well as a separate manual cold water supply. Top loading fridge.
Opposite to starboard, is the forward facing chart table with the electrical distribution panel, navigation equipment and chart stowage. Single quarter berth behind. Approximately 70 litre freshwater capacity. Cream vinyl upholstery. Curtains.





Mechanical Systems





Located behind the companionway, is the Beta BD 722 three cylinder 20 HP naturally aspirated diesel engine, installed new in 2004. Electric start, fresh water cooled via a heat exchanger. Shaft drive via a reduction gearbox to a fixed 3 bladed propeller. Single lever controls. Engine exhaust temperature alarm. Approximately 33 litre fuel tank. Approximately 645 engine hours. Annually serviced by knowledgeable owner.





Electrical Systems




- 12 v engine start battery


- 12 v domestic battery (new 2024)


- 70amp alternator


- 240 volts shore power with outlets


- 15amp Victron battery charger


- Immersion heater


- NASA BM-1 battery monitor


- Inverter




Sails and Spars





Masthead rigged Bermudan sloop. Keel-stepped alloy mast and boom. New boom in 2022 with single line reefing. Stainless steel standing rigging (new 2022). Terylene running rigging. Two Harken 40 self tailing sheet winches. Lewmar 25 two speed halyard winch. Two Lewmar 8 secondary winches. Two Lewmar 8 Control line winches. Tides Marine low friction main sail luff track (new 2022)

- Mainsail / Hagoort / Dacron / 2006


- Furling genoa / Hagoort / Dacron / 2006


- Hank on genoa / Hagoort / Dacron / 2006


- Gennaker / North Sails / 85 oz / 2005


- Hank on Storm Jib / Gastra / Dacron / Age unknown





Deck Equipment




- Manson Supreme 25kg anchor with approximately 40m of chain


- Lewmar Pro Series electric windlass with remote


- CQR kedge anchor with chain and warp


- Stackpack


- Sprayhood with enclosure


- Various fenders and warps


- Cockpit enclosure


- Storage cradle


- Full winter cover


- Flush cockpit winter cover


- Avon Redstart dinghy


- Mariner 2HP, 2 stroke outboard



Navigation Equipment




- Raymarine Hybridtouch Chartplotter


- Raymarine i70 wind, speed and depth instrument (new 2022


- 2 x Plastimo steering compasses


- Standard Horizon Explorer DSC VHF radio (new 2020)


- Raymarine 700 AIS transponder (new 2022)


- Raymarine ST 2000 auto pilot(new 2020)


- Raymarine handheld VHF




Safety Equipment




- Fire extinguishers


- CO detector


- Deck light


- Horseshoe lifebuoy


- Lifejackets


- Electronic flare


- Electric bilge pump


- Two manual bilge pumps


- Rechargeable Aquasignal spot light



Construction





Built by Jeremy Rogers in 1977 to a David Sadler design. White gelcoat GRP hull with style stripes. White GRP superstructure with a blue moulded non-slip finish. Teak toe rail. Fin keel with encapsulated lead ballast. Tiller steering to a skeg hung rudder. Aft self-draining cockpit.





Disclaimer:




The company normally acts as brokers for the vendor who unless otherwise stated is not selling in the course of a business. Whilst every care has been taken in the preparation of these particulars the correctness is not guaranteed and they are intended as a guide only and do not constitute a part of any contract. A prospective buyer is strongly advised to check these particulars and where appropriate and at their own expense to employ a qualified marine surveyor to carry out a survey and/or to have an engine trial conducted which if conducted by us shall not imply any liability on our part.

General note on safety equipment:
Any safety equipment such as liferaft, fire extinguishers and flares etc., are usually personal to the current owner(s) and if being left on board as part of the sale of a used vessel, may require routine servicing, replacement, or changing to meet the specific needs of the new owner(s).