1978 Contessa 32 Classic cruise racer yacht for sale in UK
1978 Contessa 32 Classic cruise racer yacht for sale on Boat361: GBP 19500, located in UK, 1978, Contessa, 32 Classic cruise racer yacht, 32.0 ft, sail_classic. 1978 Contessa 32 'Bellerophon' is a lovely example of these classic yachts, bought by the current owners in 2020. One of the most popular cruiser/racer yachts ever built,...
Description
1978 Contessa 32 'Bellerophon' is a lovely example of these classic yachts, bought by the current owners in 2020. One of the most popular cruiser/racer yachts ever built, these yachts have brilliant sailing qualities and have proven themselves many times as safe long-distance cruisers as well as competitive racing yachts. An excellent family cruiser with a strong racing pedigree, the 32 fleet (0ver 700 built) still garners large numbers of boats particularly in the Solent and they are one of the few yacht classes to have their own start at Cowes Week (45 years and counting). Notably, in the disasterous 1979 Fastnet Race, a Contessa 32 was the only boat out of a fleet of 75 in the class to finish the race. Whilst 'Bellerophon' has been set up for a more leisurely pace, her racing form is still easily to hand. Wintered onshore, she has been well maintained with servicing and annual hull work all carried out plus the hull below waterline was stripped back, filled, faired and epoxied over the last winter. New sails in 2017 plus additional suit of spares; main sail and and genoa laundered annually. A full complement of electronics, Lister Petter engine and everything you need onboard for your next adventure.
Boat details
- Price
- GBP 19500
- Location
- UK
- Year
- 1978
- Category
- Sailboats
- Make
- Contessa
- Model
- 32 Classic cruise racer yacht
- Length
- 32.0 ft
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