Contessa 34 OOD

£12,000

Located at Newcastle Upon Tyne

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Year: 1981

LOA: 10.26m

Berths: 7

Draft: 1.93m

Details

Make: Contessa
Model: 34 OOD
Engine Make & Model: Yanmar 3GM30
Horsepower: 29
Fuel Type: Diesel
Price: £12,000
Location: In Newcastle Upon Tyne
Keel: Fin
Hull Construction: Fibreglass (GRP)
Drive Type: Shaft driven folding propeller

Dimensions

Beam: 3.4m
Draft: 1.93m
LWL: 8.53m
LOA: 10.26m
Displacement: 3650kg
Fuel Tank Capacity: 45l
Water Tank Capacity: 113l
Builder: Jeremy Rogers Lymington
Designer: Doug Peterson
Hull Type: Monohull

Summary

One of the last Contessa 34OOD to be built. Built by Jeremy Rogers of Lymington to a Doug Peterson design in 1981. 'Sky Flash' offers 7 berths over the saloon and forepeak. She is currently set up for single handed sailing so will suit a cruising couple who like going fast. Powered by a Yanmar 3GM30 inboard diesel. 12/240V systems have been upgraded and the batteries were replaced in 2024. She has a comprehensive suit of sails including a Jeckells furling genoa and Yankee jib purchased in 2024.
Rigging was inspected in 2024 and the forestay was replaced. All running rigging replaced in 2024. Vessel was ashore late 2024 for antifoul so she is good for the rest of this season.

Mechanical

Vessel is powered by a reliable and efficient Yanmar 3YM30 inboard diesel engine. Engine is situated beneath the companionway steps allowing easy access for servicing and daily checks. The last service was in May 2025 ready for the season.
Engine start panel in the companionway with key start, rev counter and modern push button stop. Engine is believed to have completed less than 1000 hours.
Reduction gearbox driving stainless steel shaft and 2-bladed folding propeller.

Electrical

12/240V systems onboard. Bank of 4x12V batteries providing engine start, electric windlass and domestic power. All batteries brand new in 2024. Rotary style battery selector switch fitted adjacent to engine start panel in companionway. Batteries recharged via the engine alternator or plug in battery charger. New shore power connector with cable. 3-Pin sockets.

Rigging

Keel stepped aluminium spars with masthead sloop sail plan. Stainless steel standing rigging which was inspected by local rigger in 2024 with a recommendation to change the forestay. The Facnor roller furling headsail system was serviced at the same time as changing the forestay. All running rigging is braid on braid and was replaced in 2024. Slab reefing mainsail mounted in lazybag on boom. Vessel rigged for spinnaker including associated rigging, winches and pole.
Self-tailing primary winches for genoa sheets. Secondary winches mounted aft in cockpit. Halyard and spinnaker sheet winches mounted on coach roof. Genoa tracks with adjustable cars on side decks.
Sail plan is currently set for single handed sailing.
Sails include:

Slab reefing fully battened main - Good condition
Jeckells roller furling genoa – NEW 2024
Yankee/Stay sail – NEW 2024
Spare main
Cruising chute with snuffer
2x Spinnakers
Storm jib
Storm Trysail

Navigation

2x Plastimo Contest bulkhead compasses
Raymarine ST60 Tri-Data Log/Speed/Depth
Raymarine ST60 Wind speed/direction
Raymarine ST60 Multi
Raymarine ST60 Graphic
Raymarine ST2000 Autopilot + ST6000 control head
Standard Horizon Explorer DSC VHF with inbuilt GPS
Navigation lights
Clock & Barometer set

Deck

Electric windlass - New 2024
CQR anchor with 40M 8mm chain
Kedge with 50M Warp
Boarding ladder
Mooring cleats

Safety

Horseshjoe buoy
Danbuoy
Manual bilge pumps
Electric bilge pump
Fire extinguishers
Fire blanket
Flares - NEW in date

Canvas

Sprayhood
Stack-Pack with Boot

Miscellaneous

2.5M Tender
Mooring warps
Fenders
Boathook
Engine spares

Accommodation

Below decks has excellent headroom and provides berth for 7 crew over the saloon and forepek. Currently used for single handed sailing this yacht will also provide comfortable accommodation when on long range racing or overnight at club regattas.
Galley on port side with top loading fridge. This can also be used as a freezer if required. Plastimo Neptune 200 gas fuelled oven with 2-burner hob and grill. Stainless steel sink with pressurised hot & cold water, Plentiful storage for provisions.
Opposite the galley is the forward facing chart table with chart storage, 12/240V switch panel and electronic navigation aids. Large quarter berth aft.
Saloon with settee berth to starboard and a removable and hinged varnished saloon table. Additional berth above. Opposite on port side is a further settee berth and another berth above.
Forward of the saloon bulkhead is a heads compartment with sea toilet, sink and shower. Opposite is a hanging space. In the bow is the large sail handling locker/forward cabin. The berths hinge upwards giving more room for the sail handling crew.
Excellent headroom throughout. Upholstery in excellent condition. Diesel fired cabin heating.

Construction

GRP constructed yacht with navy blue topsides, lead fin keel and spade rudder. Large cockpit with locker storage, deck drains and tiller steering. Transom with stainless steel bathing ladder.
Grey painted side decks and coach roof. Electric windlass with chain locker below. Stem head fitting with offset bow roller. Under water areas anitfouled in 2024 ready for the 2025 season.
Stainless steel bow and stern rails with stanchions and double set guard wires.
Hull to deck join finished in aluminium toe rail.

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.

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