Contessa 32 for sale in Hamble United Kingdom

Marketing Description

Introducing Mons Meg, 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. Having had only 4 owners since build - Mons Meg is only available now due to a change in circumstances.

Mechanical

Engine: Volvo Penta 2002 18hp 1992.
Serviced: November 2024.
Gearbox: Volvo Penta gearbox with upgraded additional cooling.
Propeller: Darglo Featherstream 3 bladed propeller 2017.
Engine bay insulation: Acoustic sound insulation replaced 2017.
Fuel tank: 35 litre diesel fuel tank. Modified for easy removal.

Electrical

Battery charger: Victron Blue Smart battery charger 2020.
Charging unit: Split diode charging unit 2020.
Leisure battery: 1 x 110ah leisure battery 2020.
Engine battery: 1 x 80ah Engine battery 2017.
Shore power: Shore power connector with consumer unit coupled to battery charger.
Shore power cable.

Rigging

Rig:
Original Powell mast with Tides-marine low-friction sailtrack 2024.
All standing rigging replaced 2017.
Harken Mk 4 furler with twin groove forestay.
Adjustable wheel backstay.
Twin spinnaker poles.
Mainsail lazy jacks.
6 x Selden bottle screw shroud covers.

Deck

2 x Harken 46 self-tailing genoa winches 2015.
2 x Harken 20 self-tailing spinnaker winches 2015.
2 x Harken winch handles with cockpit retaining pouch.
5 x Lewmar halyard/control line winches.
2 x Lewmar oversized genoa car travellers.
1 x Companionway spray hood 2023.
1 x Companionway pilot seat.
2 x Guardrail cushions.
Outboard motor push pit bracket.
Spinlock tiller extension.
CQR anchor with 20m chain.

Safety

Inboard centre line jackstays, companionway to forward hatch.
Outboard deck jackstays, cockpit to prow.
1 x cockpit operated Henderson bilge pump.
1 x cabin operated Henderson bilge pump.
1 x small low volume bilge pump (to get the dregs).
1 x Ocean Safety horseshoe life belt with light.
Emergency aluminium tiller.
Emergency rudder blade (for attachment to spinnaker pole).
Osculati compact radar reflector.
CO detector.

Canvas

Sails:
Sanders fully battened loose footed Mainsail 2024.
Sanders 140% Genoa 2019 - Sacrificial strip replaced 2024.
Sanders Spinnaker 2020.
White Mainsail 2010 (requires adjustment to fit tides-marine track).
Mountfield 150% Genoa.
Lucas Storm Jib (appears unused).
Lucas Trisail (appears unused).
Mainsail coat 2023.
Sprayhood.

Accommodation

All upholstery and mattresses replaced 2017.
Dining table (adjustable to form double berth).
Lee cloths to main saloon bunks.
Perspex washboards with retention cord.
Spare varnished washboard.
Planar diesel cabin heater.
Saloon and forward cabin ports.
Additional main hatch to saloon.
New toilet 2015.
Barometer and clock.

Galley:
Plastimo twin burner cooker, oven and grill 2015.
Polished stainless steel sink with bespoke teak cutting board/sink cover.
Jabsco water filter and foot pump.
Sink drain pump.
Stainless steel water tank.

Construction

Constructed 1979, by builder Jeremy Rogers.
Fitting out by Keith Watson (Emsworth). Upgraded, strengthening and other engineering improvements by original owner.
Hull stripped, sheathed, filled/faired, epoxied with Gelshield 200 and Copper Coated 2013.
Hull topsides repainted in Sky Blue Awlgrip 2000 in 2014.
Teak cockpit by Jeremy Rogers 2016.

Documentation

All previous Bills of Sale - evidencing 5 years clear title.
Part one registration certificate.

Disclaimer

For a full, detailed specification with additional photographs and direct contact details for the listing office visit our website.

The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.

Unless otherwise stated on the specification sheet the following presumptions are made:
- Sail drive and shaft seals are more than 5 years of age.
- Fuel and gas hoses and regulators are over 5 years old.
- Standing rigging and sails are more than 10 years old.

Please note that as the broker/agent, we cannot guarantee or warrant the serviceability of any safety equipment included within the inventory, including but not limited to the condition, operation, or service dates of such equipment. It is the responsibility of the buyer to thoroughly inspect and assess the condition of all safety equipment prior to purchase.

NOTE - Please ring our offices prior to visiting, as the boat may be unavailable for viewing or located at a different marina.