Perfect Cruiser 1986 Hunter 34 - boats - by owner - marine sale - craigslist (2024)

This classic Hunter 34 was built in 1986 by Hunter Marine. The model is well received by sailors and considered a revolutionary design for its time. The boat has a huge rig and sleek profile which means she’s fast, particularly in light air. She is spacious below and offers an unparalleled list of amenities for comfort and convenience.

This boat was sailed for many years by a couple and recently updated by a sailing enthusiast for her personal use along the California coastal waterways. Weekend trips to Catalina and Newport are her favorites.

The inside cabins are completely updated for modern function and comfort.

Spacious interior sleeps up to 6 adults and 1 child. Two separate state rooms, one forward and one aft, are designed to provide comfortable living space for two couples. A fully equipped galley and gas barbecue are ready to serve up everyone’s favorites in either the co*ckpit or salon. A large built-in cooler is adjustable for use as either a freezer or refrigerator. Equipped with a microwave oven tucked out of the way under the cook-top.

Straightforward radio, navigation and autopilot functions are easy to understand and operate.
Manual winches and furlers mean a genuine sailing experience, where tell-tails, compass and the water are read instead of tech screens. Considered an excellent cruiser or club racer, with performance in light wind that eliminates the need to carry huge heavy head sails.

Specifications

Speed – 8 kn cruising, 12 kn max
Engine – Yanmar, 3GM, 1986 27 hp inboard diesel
Drive- Direct drive, 3 blade bronze propeller
Steering – steering wheel on standing main console
Dimensions – overall length 37.5 ft, draft 5.42 ft, beam 15.83 ft., waterline 30.08 ft
Sails – fully battened main, two reef points, furling 110 Genoa
Electrical – shore power outlet, 12V batteries x 3
Tanks – Fresh water tanks 1×30 gal + 1×35 gal = 65 gal total, fuel tank 25 gal, no holding tank
Accommodations – 2 cabins, 1 head
Electronics – Garmin GPS, Standard Horizon VHF, Raymarine autopilot, TV, Bluetooth/SiriusXM radio
Galley- refrig/freezer, 2 burner gas cook-top, microwave, outdoor BBQ

Special Features

Beautiful wood co*ckpit table folds down and out of the way when not in use.

Salon table is mounted with Oasis style hardware allowing it to pivot, swing and adjust up and down.
Provides a flexible work surface for dining, gaming or computer work, and tucks in the corner when not in use. Provides seating for 10 and a large unobstructed floor space.

Newly installed hot water heater warms water either using electricity when docked, or from the engine when motoring.

Modern dry toilet (Tiny by Separett) replaces old stinky head and holding tank. NO SMELL EVER!!
No pumping or complicated levers or valves. No dangerous overflowing or leaking. No special instructions necessary for children or guests.

Wall mounted sprayer and floor drain create wet space for showering and conveniently located sprayer doubles as a bidet for personal hygiene tasks.

Amazing storage under dining seats. Eliminating the waste water holding tank creates a huge amount of space. Large items to stow? No problem. These storage lockers are easy to access by simply swinging the table out of the way and lifting the dining seat. No need to remove small hatches and maneuver items through restrictive openings. Large enough to accommodate Rubbermaid tubs.

Battery, charging systems, fuel tank and compresses can be accessed through crawl spaces installed in both the galley and aft berth. No squeezing in a pit to access critical components.

Documentation
Owner’s Manuals, installation instructions, diagrams and specifications for all systems and equipment on the boat.

Receipts for purchases and ship’s log since January 2021

Installations
2024
Water system:
Hot water heater
Primary bilge pump
Engine:
Water pump and hose
Electrical:
Bilge wiring
Main battery switch
Starter switch
Lights and hatches:
Solar light vents in forward stateroom
Reset and seal port windows
Furnishings:
Reconfigure dining seats
Oasis style dining table hardware
Rubber non-slip flooring in salon
2023
Water System:
Toilet, shower, sump pump and plumbing
Electrical:
Batteries x3. Duralast Gold Marine
Shore power outlet and cord
Engine:
Change Oil
Furnishings:
Couch and dining cushions
Sails and Rigging:
Stack pack and cover for mainsail
2022
Hull:
Bottom paint and repairs
Sails and Rigging:
New North Sails furling Genoa
Cleaned and re greased wenches x4
Engine:
Engine servicing
Engine exhaust hose and through hull fitting
Furnishings:
Stateroom mattresses and covers

Other Specifications:
Ray marine Smart Pilot- Wheel drive SPX5
Pro Mariner Pro Sport Heavy Duty Recreational Series On-Board Marine Battery Charger
Garmin GPSmap 172C Chartplotter
Standard Horizon Eclipse+ VHF radio
Uniden Atlantis 250 Handheld
LED spot task lights
LED strip task lights
5 air circulation fans
Dodger and bimini covers
Foresail roller furler
Walder Works boom break
Kenyon internal boom system
Maxwell 25 Two-Speed wenches x2
Maxwell 21 Two-Speed wenches x2
Spinlock Power clutches x2
Life Sling
Force 10 Model 602073 cooktop
Hamilton Beach Microwave oven
LectricIceman Model A refrigerator
Samsung 32” TV Screen with easy adjust bracket
Samsung BluRay disc player
Sony Bluetooth/SIRIUSXM ready stereo with speakers