Catalina 30 1985 $30,000.00 CAD *

Description

With more than 6000 sold, the Catalina 30 is one of the most successful production sailing yachts in history.

The long production run of this model was due to several factors including its cavernous interior volume, which rivals many 35-foot yachts, making it an exceptional coastal cruiser and liveaboard option. The extraordinary beam of 10'10" (3.30m) carried well aft, was unprecedented for a thirty-footer designed in the mid-1970s and remains impressive today. Practically, this translates to a saloon that feels more like a lounge than a cabin, allowing for a layout that includes a proper galley, a dedicated navigation station, and comfortable sleeping quarters for up to seven people.

The combination of a broad companionway hatch and a bulkhead mounted folding table makes the interior bright and open. Proper handholds throughout and a well thought out layout make it comfortable underway or at anchor.

Medium-heavy displacement and moderate sail area mean it is not a greyhound of the seas, but its stability and predictable handling offer great security for recreational sailors. The massive beam, which is the boat’s defining feature, significantly impacts stability. It provides high initial stability, particularly dockside or at anchor, the Catalina 30 balances this with a substantial lead keel that keeps the centre of gravity low making her able to stand up to a seaway and perform well in higher wind ranges.

This C30 is equipped with the updated 25 hp Universal 3-cylinder M-25 Diesel which is clean, professionally maintained and easily reaches hull speed.

The Catalina 30 hull is constructed from solid hand-laid fibreglass. The boat was designed for durability and ease of maintenance rather than high-end racing performance. The bottom was stripped and re-antifouled in the spring of 2026. There were no blisters or areas requiring repair.

Fancy Free is commissioned and ready for seatrials. Here’s your chance to spend fall cruising the Bras d’Or Lakes on a fully equipped yacht for a budget price.

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Construction

White fiberglass hull; white fiberglass non-skid decks; blue boot top; black bottom (bottom sanded and re-painted in 2026); fin keel; transom hung rudder; double lifelines; wheel steering; hatches; dodger; bimini; partial enclosure.

This yacht sleeps five (5) onboard.

Manual head w/two holding tanks, Y-valve, macerator; sink, vanity & shower.

Galley with double sink; top load icebox.

Interior appointments include: dark blue fabric upholstery.

1985 Universal 25hp inboard diesel; two bladed fixed propeller.

The electrical system is maintained by two 12 volt batteries; alternator; battery charger; 12 volt electrical panel; 110 volt shore power w/cord; trickle charger; inverter.

Cabin, navigation and anchor lights.

Hand-held VHF
Raymarine autopilot
Depthsounder
Compass on pedestal at wheel

Alumimum mast & boom; stainless steel standing rigging; mast stepped on deck; furling; winches; two winch handles; boom vang; topping lift; sheets; flag halyard; mainsheet traveller.

Mainsail
Jib

Danforth anchor w/chian & rode
Danforth anchor w/rode
Life jackets
Docklines and fenders
Life ring
Two fire extinguishers
Boat hook
BBQ
Cockpit table
Winter cover
First aid kit
Cradle
Horn
Cockpit cushions

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.