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1986 Cape Dory 36

$44,500

Used

Boat in Manchester, MA 01944 US

builtBuilt in 1986
Year the boat was built
model

36

Boat model
engine

1 Engine (Perkins)

Engine type and count
length

36.1 feet

Overall boat length
fuel

Diesel

Fuel type
material

Fiberglass/Reinforced

Hull material

Experience the timeless elegance and unparalleled craftsmanship of the 1986 Cape Dory 36, designed by the legendary Carl Alberg. This vessel is a true testament to the golden age of sailboat design, offering a perfect blend of performance, durability, and comfort. With a full keel and heavy-weather capabilities, she is built to handle the toughest conditions while providing a smooth and enjoyable sailing experience. Lovingly maintained by her second owner, this Cape Dory 36 is ready for her next adventure on the high seas.

Nominal Length
36.08ft
Length Overall
36.08ft
Length at Waterline
27ft
Beam
10.67ft
Max Bridge Clearance
50ft
Max Draft
5ft
Displacement
16100lb
Fresh Water Tanks
120gal
Fuel Tanks
55gal
Holding Tanks
10gal
Windlass
electric-windlass
Hull Material
fiberglass
Hull Shape
monohull
Engine 1
Engine Make
Perkins
Engine Model
4-108
Total Power
50hp
Engine Hours
1850
Engine Type
inboard
Fuel Type
diesel
Engine Year
1986
Drive Type
direct
Propeller Type
3-blade
Propeller Material
bronze
Cockpit Table
✓
Swimming Ladder
✓
Electric Bilge Pump
✓
Oven
✓
Manual Bilge Pump
✓
Marine Head
✓
Refrigerator
✓
Depthsounder
✓
Radar
✓
Log Speedometer
✓
Wind Speed And Direction
✓
Repeater
✓
Navigation Center
✓
Vcr
✓
Plotter
✓
Autopilot
✓
Radio
✓
Compass
✓
Gps
✓
Vhf
✓
Spray Hood
✓
Mainsail Cover
✓
Lazyjacks
✓
Shore Power Inlet
✓
Steering Wheel
✓
Spinnaker Pole
✓
Fully Battened Mainsail
✓
Furling Genoa
✓
Engine
  • 1986 Perkins 4-108 Diesel
  • Fresh water cooled
  • 1850 hours
  • Hurth HBW 150-2R reduction gear 
Electronics
  • Raymarine ST-70 wind, two multifunction displays
  • Raymarine ST-4000 wheel drive autopilot
  • I-Com M502 VHF radio with DSC
  • Furuno GPS Navigator
  • Furuno Model 1622 LCD radar
Sails & Rigging
  • "Stack Pack" mains'l
  • 2000 Furling Yankee 
  • Self tacking Stays'l
  • Seldon Furlex 200S roller furling 
  • 2000 Replaced standing rigging 

Price History

DateEventPrice
1/29/26Initial price$44,500

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