Brian Borchers
Brian BorchersYacht BrokerSmith Yacht Sales
Pre-OwnedSail
Marion, MA, US

1998Catalina 36 MkII

"Stargazer"

$62,000 USD
36' 4"Length
11' 11"Beam
DieselFuel

Overview

1998 Catalina 36 — Proven, Comfortable & Ready for Her Next Adventure

The Catalina 36 is one of the most successful and respected cruising sailboats ever built, combining a comfortable interior, excellent sailing characteristics, and the practicality that has made Catalina a favorite among cruising sailors.

This 1998 Catalina 36 offers an ideal balance of size and capability. At 36 feet, she is large enough for extended cruising and comfortable weekends aboard, yet remains manageable for a couple or small crew. Her spacious cockpit provides an excellent entertaining and sailing area, while the wide side decks and thoughtful deck layout make moving around the boat safe and easy.

The Catalina 36 has earned a strong reputation for solid construction, dependable systems, abundant interior space, and excellent resale appeal. This is a boat that has stood the test of time and continues to be a popular choice for sailors looking for a capable cruising yacht in the 36-foot class.

If you’re looking for a well-proven 36-foot cruising sailboat with an exceptionally practical layout and a reputation for comfortable, dependable cruising, the Catalina 36 deserves a close look.

A classic Catalina design that offers a tremendous amount of boat for her size.

Boat Details

Dimensions

Length Overall36'
Display Length36' 4"
Beam11' 11"
Max Draft4' 10"
Min Draft4' 10"
Length at Waterline30' 3"

Boat Details

Year1998
MakeCatalina
Model36 MkII
NameStargazer
ConditionUsed
CategoryCruisers
ClassCruisers
TypeSail
Hull MaterialFiberglass

Performance

Fuel TypeDiesel

Weights

Displacement13,500 lbs
Dry Weight13,500 lbs

Tanks & Capacity

Fuel Capacity25 gal
Fresh Water80 gal

Builder & Registry

Boat LocationMarion, MA, US
Registration NumberCTYR1722E898
Listed SinceSep 3, 2026

Propulsion

Engine 1Universal 35 Universal 35
Engine TypeInboard
FuelDiesel
Power30 HP
Hours2500
Year2000

Additional Specs, Equipment and Information

Keel Details

Keel #1

Keel Type: Wing

Ballast: 6600 lb

Displacement: 14100 sq ft

Max Draft: 4.42 ft

Owners Comments / Improvements

We purchased Stargazer in 6/2018. We upgraded and replaced many items over that time.

I don't have exact dates on some of them, but the oldest would be 2018.

  • 9/18Replaced steering cables & engine control cables $2600
  • 8/19New dodger & bimini by Sperry                                        $7100
  • 9/19Propane tank recertified, good for 10 yrs
  • 8/19Replaced refrigeration with new Adler Barber unit        $1400
  • 8/20Installed new Garhauer 1 1/4" dingy davits                    $2000
  • 3/21Replaced Raymarine masthead wind system                $860
  • 6/21Highfield aluminum bottom inflatable dingy                    $2200
  • 10/23Had boat professionally surveyed per ins. co. request
    1.   **passed with flying colors.
  • 10/23Replaced all lifelinewith stainless steel lifelines $900
  • 5/262.5hp Yamaha outboard carb rebuilt                               $350

Additional Work and Improvements:

  • Replaced auto pilot with Raymarine unit                                    $1000
  • New 135 genoa                                                                           $2800
  • Raw water pump replaced
  • Three 100 watt solar panels & controller installed on bimini    $450
  • Lowrance chart plotter installed                                                    $800
  • Freshwater pump replaced
  • Head pump mechanism replaced
  • Various extra hand holds installed
  • Full cockpit enclosure vinyl side curtains added                        $1500
  • Replaced PSS dripless stuffing box seal                                    $2300
  • Maxiprop Folding Propeller

I listed the money spent to demonstrate our commitment to keeping her up to snuff. If it needed fixin' or replacing, we did it!!  

Disclaimer

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.

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