Catalina 30 MK III for sale in Gosport United Kingdom

This Catalina 30 MK III is probably the best example available. It is presented in excellent condition for its age, has been owned by its current owner for over 20 years and has recently undergone a significant refit. Improvements include new standing rigging, cutlass bearing and rope cutter. Its electrical system has been updated, gas system checked & its internal woodwork stripped & revarnished. In 2023 it had a hull strip and re-epoxy & in March 2024 it has been polished, anti-fouled and new anodes fitted. The Catalina 30 is a surprisingly spacious boat for her size and as well as having a comfortable cockpit with and all lines led aft to the cockpit, down below, she has 7 berths, good size galley, separate heads, Nav Station & a very comfortable saloon. In addition, this Catalina 30 MK III has a lead winged keel, making it a very stable boat underway. She comes with GPS, Autohelm & VHF as well as Warm Air Diesel cabin heating. It is currently lying Portsmouth.

Stock Number : ABS 2411

Year of Build : 1994

LOA : 9.11m (29’11”)

LWL : 7.62m (25’0”)

Beam : 3.54m ( 10’10”)

Draft : 1.41m (4’4”)

Keel Type : Wing Keel

Weight : 4660 kgs

Engine : Beta 25 – 25 HP – Replaced circa 2013

Fuel Tank : 81 Ltrs

Water Tank: 200 Ltrs

Holding tank : 25 Ltrs

No of Berths : 6/7

VHF : Navman VHF

GPS : Autohelm GPS ( repeated at Binnacle )

Autopilot : Raymarine Autopilot

Other : Autohelm Tridata & Autohelm Multi Display

Accommodation

Below decks the interior feels generously proportioned for a boat of just 30' and clever use of all available space provides bunks for a total of 7 if required. The open plan layout of the main living space creates a bright interior ideally suited to family cruising.

Forepeak

Separated from the main living space aft with a folding door the cabin provides two single berths in the standard V-berth layout. Storage is provided in lockers under the aft ends of the bunks. Light enters the cabin through an opening deck hatch.

Heads

Immediately aft of the forepeak the dedicated heads compartment lies on the port side of the boat. Compartment constructed in an easily cleaned moulding. Appointed with Jabsco sea toilet, sink and vanity unit. Heads can discharge overboard or via holding tank.

Saloon

Open plan layout the saloon feels like its from a boat of far more than 30' in length. A large hanging locker is provided at the forward end opposite the heads. Along the starboard side a bench settee runs the length of the area, converting to a generous single bunk if required. Opposite on the port side the L-shaped settee warps around the large saloon table. The table can be used to convert the seating into a large double bunk when required. Storage is above the settee back outboard.

Nav Station

Located at the aft end of the saloon settee on the starboard side the navigation station provides a forward looking chart table with storage provided beneath the lifting table top. Outboard of the table the ships switch panel is easily accessible.

Galley

U-shaped galley to port of the companionway steps. The worktops are finished in Catalina's Custom Counter Top single piece moulding which incorporates the fiddles and is easily cleaned. Galley appointed with twin stainless steel sinks, two burner gas stove and large top loading cool box. A good selection of storage is provided around the area, outboard of the worktop and beneath.

Aft Bunk

Aft of the companionway ladder a large double bunk extends aft to the transom to provide 2 berths

Domestic Equipment

Cooker - 2 burner, oven and grill – New Hoses & Safety Inspection in 2023

Cool Box- Large top loading type under galley worktop

Fresh Water System - Fully pressurised, hot and cold freshwater system. H&C faucet at galley sinks. H&C faucet in heads, extends for use as shower also.. Hot water provided via engine fed calorifier with 240V immersion heater also fitted.

Shore Power System - Hardwired. Ring main, battery charger and immersion heater.

Heating - Mikuni diesel fired blown air system. Outlets in heads and main saloon.

Heads - Manual marine toilet. Discharge overboard or to holding tank.

Machinery & Equipment

Located within a dedicated engine space beneath the centre line section of the galley worktop. Access to the engine is provided via opening hatched beneath the galley and saloon seating.

Beta 25 – 25HP - Fresh water cooled. Was replaced in circa 2013

Dual lever control – Gears & Throttle

Shaft drive to 3 bladed prop – New Cutlass Bearing & Rope cutter fitted 2024

On Deck

On deck Ollyono has the characteristic Catalina styling with a single moulding forming the deck and cockpit, Stainless steel pulpit and pushpit rails, Stainless steel stanchions to support guardrails running length of deck with large gate section in way of cockpit. Self-draining anchor locker forward with windlass mounted with the locker space all below deck level.

Clear un-obstructed side decks for easy access forward, chainplates all located on inboard edge of side deck keeping shrouds clear of deck.

Deep cockpit with pedestal mounted at aft end. Drop Down Bathing Ladder provides a 'walk through' access.

Single large cockpit locker on portside with separate self-draining gas locker.

Spars, Rigging & Sails

Single spreader, masthead sloop rig.

All spars of silver anodised alloy construction.

standing rigging of 1x19 stainless steel wire construction – Rigging new in 2021

Mast Un-stepped & Refurbished in 2021

Mainsail – Very Good Serviceable Condition – Regularly Laundered & Checked

Genoa - Very Good Serviceable Condition – Regularly Laundered & Checked

All lines lead aft to cockpit.

Primary Winches - 2 of Lewmar 40 Self-Tailing

Halyard Winches - 2 of Lewmar 16 Self-Tailing

Hull

GRP moulded hull, finished externally in white gelcoat with blue shearband and boot top lines.

Hull was stripped & recoated in 2023

Winged keel of solid lead construction

Spade type, semi-balanced rudder.

Edson steering gear.

Deck

Single piece GRP moulded deck and cockpit finished externally in white gelcoat with moulded non-slip texture panels.

Tinted portlights boned into coachroof sides.

Stainless steel, pushpit, pulpit, stanchions and grabrails.

Builders Comments

'The Catalina 30 MARK III has been redefined by incorporating some of the best modern features of our popular C-270 and C-320 designs. The transom and cockpit areas reflect the most significant refinements. The new stern section is now dramatically wider at the deck and curves gracefully to form a very functional and spacious boarding platform. The already famous C-30 cockpit is now even more comfortable than ever with wider coamings for outboard seating and new observation seats built into the stern rail. Low maintenance materials have been used extensively to give you more time to enjoy your C-30 . New stainless steel traveller supports improve visibility and reduce friction on halyards.

The Catalina 30 MARK III shares the under body and rig of earlier Catalina 30's and is eligible to participate in Catalina one design events and class association activities.

Below deck, the layout that defined a modern classic has remained true to its heritage, but has become even more comfortable and functional with the addition of several thoughtful improvements and subtle refinements.

The galley has been made even larger with the design of the new custom countertop surfaces. With the larger counter space has come increases in size and number of cupboards and drawers. An all new dish and cup storage rack better organizes often used items.

The bright new head also makes use of custom counters and large cabinets.

Varnished teak cabin surfaces are accented by polished brass light fixtures. Natural light has been increased through the addition of 3 fixed ports in the hull.'

This Catalina 30 MK III cruising yacht is in great condition for her age & has the feel and appearance of a solid well constructed boat. Its current Owner of 20 years has clearly loved and maintained it, having spent thousands on recent works which will be a huge benefit to her next Custodian. Although only 30 feet in length, she feels she has the space and accommodation of a boat much larger. She offers a light bright & spacious cabin with good headroom throughout, 7 berths & many home comforts including hot & Cold pressurised water, fitted cabin heating & a surprisingly useful galley. In addition, she is wired for shore power & even has a hot & cold shower in the cockpit. Her saloon provides an abundance of space along with a very useful navigation station with VHF & GPS all close at hand. On deck, she has a generous, safe cockpit & wheel steering with all lines led to the cockpit. Having last year had her hull sandblasted & this year just had new anti-foul and anodes applied, as well as a full engine service, she is ready for the season ahead. Having been professionally maintained over the years, this is probably the best example of a Catalina 30 on the market and a very special boat indeed.

Fitted with a lead winged keel, this Catalina 30 sails well & is easy to handle. She is an excellent, safe & reliable boat which is both fun to sail & comfortable to live on-board. She is ideal for family sailing around coastal waters whilst still being very capable of cruising further afield. With over 6,500 of the marque built in the USA, there are many examples of this great boat still sailing around the world. She is currently lying in Southampton & viewing can be arranged through Aspire Boat Sales.