Contessa 32

Description

A fine example of the timeless elegance of the classic Contessa 32 that continues to captivate sailing enthusiasts with its impeccable design and enduring performance. Renowned for its exceptional seaworthiness and graceful lines, the Contessa 32 has earned a place in the hearts of many sailors around the globe. This meticulously maintained vessel combines the charm of vintage craftsmanship with the reliability of a proven blue-water cruiser, making it the ideal choice for those who appreciate both beauty and functionality. Whether you’re planning an adventurous voyage or a leisurely coastal cruise, the Contessa 32 promises a sailing experience like no other.

Measurements

9.63m
2.89m
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9.63m
2.89m
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Additional equipment

MAIN SALOON

L Shaped settee with lee cloths

Gas Pedestal Table which drops downTo convert to double berth with.stowage behind and beneath.

Brass gimballed oil lamp.

Ships clocks and barometer

New by J Rogers solid teak Cabin Sole boards with white caulking detail. .

INTERIOR AFT

Single Pilot berth aft of nav station to stbd.  side

All UPHOlSTERY NEW2010

NAVIGATION AREA TO STARboard.SIDE

Companion way, with engine below (refitted 2017)
Copper gas supply pipe from gas locker with isolation (new 2010)

GALLEY Port side with Gimballed Gas oven and hob.

Plate/ Mug and food storage  behind

Stainless steel sink with rotating faucets (fresh and sea water)
Fresh water hand pump new 2014 sea water foot pump new 2014
Separate compressor refrigerator (New 2010)
INTERIOR FORWARD

doubleberthCabin: with2 berths in V arrangement with large (sail) stowage below and overheadLOCKER locker forward.
Heads compartment
One piece glass-fibre moulding, for easy cleaning
Fresh water hand pump new 2014
Marine toilet (new 2010) wash basin and tap
Hanging wet-locker to starboard
Sliding door to main saloon

ELECTRICS 

Fully rewired in 2010 with new switch panel
AutoPilot Raymarine Tiller Pilot ST1000 (New 2012)
Battery Charger (2010)
No. 2 True Deep Cycle Batteries 100 Amp (New 2013)
NASA Marine AIS receiver (New 2010)
Inverter (New 2010)
VHF. ICOM IC-421 (new 2010)

Battery Monitor
Split Charging (shore-power, solar or alternator)
Walkable Solar Panel plus regulator 18W (2014,By Jeremy Rogers)
Instruments: Tack Tick wireless wind, depth, speed, compass with NMEA interface (2012) 1 x wind display and 1 x Dual display
Electric  auto bilge pump with float switch (New 2014, by J. Rogers)

COCKPIT 

Self draining through two bronze 1 1/2” Blakes sea-cocks  solidTeak cockpit grating (new 2010),
Teak cockpit locker sorrounds (new 2014, by J. Rogers) Laminated tiller

Large stowage locker to port, with 100litre diesel tank (new 2010) & valve (new 2010).
Twin gas bottle locker to port and rope stowage locker aft.
Engine Control Panel (New 2010)

Raymarine Tillerpilot st1000 integrated compass new 2012

Lewmar mainsheet traveller serviced and overhauled by Salnau SL march 2020
2 Harken self tailing radial winches B40. 2 STC for geona (new 2010) two Lewmar8c 2-speed winches for spinnaker/gennaker
2 Lewmar 8C winches: 2Lewmar40C two speed for halyards/reefing lines on coach roof  under Spray hood new  (2011)

ON DECK 

Gold anodized aluminium mast (keel stepped)
All set Standing rigging (new 2014 replaced by Jeremy Rogers) Genoa roller-furling gear
All halyards and reefing lines led back to cockpit (new 2010)
Lazy Jacks (2011)
Spinnaker pole secured to deck
New Led anchor and tri light 2014 by Jeremy Rogers
Wind Speed and direction transducers and wind vane
VHF and GPS antenna
Exterior woodwork is mostly teak, including toe and grab rails
Gebo fore and main hatches (new 2014, by Jeremy Rogers)
Two ventilators, over heads and gallery
Anchor locker, drains directly outboard
11Kg Manson anchor (2014), 45m of 8mm chain, 30m warp manually operated anchor windlass for chain was completely stripped overhauled and serviced rebuilt and commissioned by SolNau.SL. March 2020 – works perfectly
Aft and midship portholes both sides (new 2014, by Jeremy Rogers) Guard wires new 2014, by Jeremy Rogers
2 cranked stanchions new 2014, by Jeremy Rogers
New upper shroud U-bolts and chain [plates (2014, by Jeremy Rogers) Mainsail 25 sq. m.
Cruising Chute (2011) all sails checked and repaired wheRE NEEDED

All halyards and reefing lines led back to cockpit (new 2010)
Lazy Jacks (2011) all serviced by Solnau SL PORT Ginesta March 2020
Spinnaker pole secured to deck
New   L.E.D. tri.-light and anchor light 2014 by Jeremy Rogers
New Wind Speed and direction transducers and wind vane. AND ANTENAS (GPS/VHF)

Safety equipment
Fire Extinguisher Behind Mast in Saloon (new 2011) Fire Extinguisher in cockpit locker (new 2011)

New Engine Fuel fiter assembly 2014 by Jeremy Rogers New diesel 100 liters tank 2010
Darglow FeattherStream propeller (new 2011)
New Stern gland 2015

New Engine Fuel filter assembly 2015 Many spare parts
Starts first time, good compression

Lewmar mainsheet  traveller  overhauled and serviced by lewmar agent Solnau march 2020
2 Harken self tailing radial winches B40. 2 STC for geona (new 2010) 2 Lewmar 8C winches: two 2-speed lewmar self tailing winchesf or spinnaker/genaker
2 Lewmar 40C two speed for halyards/reefing lines on coach house roof

NEW 4MAN LIFERAFT April 2022

Spray hood refit and repaired (2022)

Safety
Horseshoe buoy

4MAN SOLAS LIFERAFT COACHOUSE ROOF FITTED UNDER BOOM NEW FEB 2022
Fire Extinguisher Behind Mast in Saloon (new 2011) Fire Extinguisher in cockpit locker (new 2011)

ENGINE

Yanmar3YM20, 21 hp (new 2010)
80 Amp alternator
Good service record byFROM NEW
Head examined and new head gasket 2013
Riser exhaust – exhaust elbow anti syphon valve new 2014 by Jeremy Rogers new engine mounts and realignment barcelona t2017

March 2020 -complete and thorough service to the entire fuel system from tank to injectors.

All fuel removed the tank  and fuel lines cleaned. Fuel pump and injectors Dismounted bench serviced and tested. Refitted tank and system completely filled with new fuel plus micro Bio contaminant prevention!

New Engine Fuel filter assembly 2014 by Jeremy Rogers New 100litre stainless diesel tank 2010 located in port cockpit locker
Darlow Feather Stream propeller (new 2011)
New Stern gland 2015

New Engine Fuel filter assembly 2015 Many spare parts
Starts first time, good compression full service in Ginesta 2020 see below

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