J Boats 120 for sale in Marblehead, MA United States of America

"Doreen" Overview

"Doreen" is an early/mid example of one of the most successful 40' performance, premium cruiser racers built in the US. She is hull number 63 out of 230.

• Self-tacking jib
• Cockpit table
• Radar

J/120s are well known and greatly admired for their:

• Build quality
• Brilliant deck layout designed by experienced sailors
• Quality and oversized sail handling gear, including winches
• Safe, clean, and highly functional interior

The transom features a "scooped out" design, which allows for:

• Exceptionally accessible swim ladder
• Easy boarding from an inflatable

The adjustable backstay and dynamically adjustable jib/genoa leads work together to:

• Depower the entire rig from the cockpit
• Avoid reefing in many cases

The previous owner had a custom self-tacking jib installed, which is beautifully designed and installed. This upgrade is ideal for short-handed or single-handed sailing.

The steering on a J/120 is:

• Extremely light
• Very responsive
• Capable of turning inside its own length

This makes emergency, evasive maneuvers effortless, predictable, and precise.

This boat is perfect for:

• Seasoned sailors moving up from a J/105
• Those downsizing from a 45-footer for easier sail handling
• Young families looking for an exciting boat

There is plenty of room below for a family of up to six, and it is budget-friendly.

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.