1989 Cape Dory 30 MK II Sold Boat in Jacksonville, FL 32210 US
30 MK II
1 Engine (Westerbeke)
30 feet
Diesel
Fiberglass/Reinforced
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1989 Cape Dory 30 MK II | ||||||
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| Price | $33,000 | $32,500 | $35,900 | $29,990 | $37,500 | $37,900 |
| Location | Jacksonville | Jacksonville | Port Saint Lucie | Apollo Beach | Jacksonville | Saint Petersburg |
| Nominal Length | 30' | 37' | 38' | 35' | 31' | 30' |
| Beam | 11' | - | - | - | - | - |
| Draft | 5' | - | - | - | - | - |
| Engine Make | Westerbeke | Perkins | Volvo Penta | Volvo | Yanmar | Westerbeke |
| Total Engine Power | 23 hp | 50 hp | 40 hp | 28 hp | 20 hp | 27 hp |
| Days on Market | 505 | 98 | 146 | 118 | 78 | 297 |
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Hull
The hull is made of fibreglass.
Interior
The boat is equipped with 265 liters (70 US gallons, 58 imperial gallons) fresh water capacity.
Rig
The Cape Dory 30 Mk II is built with a masthead rig. The sail area for the mailsail + jib is 490 sq ft. The advantage of a masthead rig is its simplicity and the fact that a given sail area - compared with a fractional rig - can be carried lower and thus with less heeling moment.
Keel
The Cape Dory 30 Mk II is built with a long keel. A long keel provide a better directional stability than a similar boat with a fin keel.
The keel is made of lead. Compared with iron, lead has the advantage of being 44% heavier, which allows a smaller keel and hence less water resistance and higher speed.
The boat can enter even shallow marinas as the draft is just about 4' 6"
Engine
The fuel tank has a capacity of 20 US gallons.
Cape Dory 30 Mk II may be equipped with an inboard Westerbeke 21A diesel engine at 23 hp. Calculated max speed is about 5.4 knots
Engine: The 1989 Westerbeke 21A is a 3-cylinder, 23hp diesel with 2555 hours. She is very fuel efficient, burning about one quart per hour at 1700rpm, Racor 230-series fuel/water separator and filter. Sails and Rigging: New sails consist of a fully-battened, free-footed mainsail with three reef points. Forward of the mast is a staysail and a 135% Genoa. Both headsails are on Harken roller-furlers. There is also an asymmetrical spinnaker with a dousing sock and a Forespar telescoping whisker pole, as well as a riding sail for when at anchor. All running rigging leads aft to the cockpit for ease of handling, and is managed through various line clutches and blocks, as well as four Lewmar #40 self-tailing, two-speed bronze winches with canvas covers. There is a Ritchie pedestal-mounted compass at helm and an Edson Pedestal with a leather-wrapped steering wheel. Mounted on the transom, there is a Cape Horn windvane self-steering rig. There is also a full bimini and dodger with side shade curtains, and a St. Croix Little Crane outboard engine hoist. Ground tackle: 33lb-Rocna anchor with 130' of chain and 200' of nylon rode. There is also a 30lb CQR anchor, and a 20lb Danforth with 285' of rode. Tankage: 70 gallons of fresh water in two tanks, 20 gallons of diesel in one tank. The holding tank is also 20 gallons, and can be discharged overboard or pumped out through a deck fitting. The water heater is six gallons, and can be operated with 110VAC or though the diesel engine's heat exchanger. Electrical system: 30-amp shorepower inlet and cable, Xantrex 3-stage 110V battery charger, two 130-amp hour batteries in the house bank, one 75-amp hour engine start battery. Spars and rigging have been grounded to protect against lightening strikes, and her underwater hardware is bonded. Bronze Dynaplate grounding plate. Out back on top of the bimini are two 85-watt Kyocera solar panels, AIR Breeze wind generator Electronics: Raymarine C-80 chartplotter, Raymarine ST6002 Smartpilot Controller (wheel pilot),Raymarine ST60+ Tridata and wind instruments, ICOM M802 SSB radio with AT140 antenna tuner and SCS PTC-IIUSB/Bluetooth Pactor modem, Raymarine RD 218 2KW radar on mast, OGM LED masthead anchor/tri-color navigation light with photo diode, Jensen MSR3007 AM/FM/CD with four speakers, ACR GlobalFix PRO 406Mhz EPIRB with GPS, Standard Horizon GX2150 VHF radio with AIS receiver and RAM 3 microphone Interior: Pressurized fresh water system with saltwater hand-pump at galley sink, two-burner propane stove and oven, Adler-Barbour 12VDC refrigerator with freezer, two propane bottles in cockpit locker with outboard venting as well as solenoid valve and propane sniffer inside galley. LED cabin lights, screens on all opening ports and hatches, three 12-volt Caframo Bora cabin fans. There is also a factory-installed Force-10 propane heater mounted on the bulkhead next to the table in the main salon. Dinghy and outboard: 2009 Mercury Airdeck inflatable dinghy, 2004 Mercury 4hp outboard (two-stroke and lightweight) Miscellaneous: Exterior washdown pump, Magma propane grill, Fenders, lines and warps, full canvas enclosure, rainwater recovery system, many spare parts and hardware. Asymmetrical spinnaker Adler Barbour 12volt refrigeration unit Raymarine ST6002 SmartPilot Controller Raymarine C-80 Chartplotter Force 10 propane heater, factory installed 70 gallon fresh water storage 20 gallon fuel tank Pressurized potable water system Gimballed propane 2 burner stove/oven Propane locker, solenoid valve, propane detection system 2 compartment stainless steel galley sink Xantrex 3 stage 110 volt battery charger 2 130AH 12 volt house bank batteries, 1 75AH starting/reserve battery Edson pedestal wheel steering 20 gallon holding tank with overboard discharge capability 6 gallon water heater- 110 volt or engine heat exchanger Shower in head with sump pump Lightning grounded spars and rigging Bonded underwater hardware 30 amp shorepower Roller furler headsail Ritchie pedestal compass
2009 x Rebed all hardware x Remove and varnished interior, reinstalled x Installed new 6 gal water heater - 110V or engine x Installed Jensen MSR3007 AM/FM/CD radio with 4 speakers x Installed OGM LED masthead anchor/tricolor navigation light with photodiode x Installed Raymarine ST60+ Tridata depth/speed/trip&timer instruments x Installed Raymarine ST60+ wind & close hauled wind instrument 2010 x Installed LED cabin lights x Installed new Campbell Sailer CSRH 14X7X1 3 blade propeller x Removed false floor in anchor locker to accommodate anchor chain x Installed new Groco model HF head 2011 x Installed 2 85 watt Kyocera solar panels x Installed 3rd cabin sole bilge hatch x Installed Raymarine Rd218 2Kw Dome Radar on mast x Installed swan neck for mast wiring x Installed mast wiring electrical panel in head x Installed new stainless steel triple fold rub rail mounted ladder mfg by Mystic Stainless x Installed Racor 230 Series primary fuel/water filter x Installed Echo charging system for 75 amp reserve battery x Added a second house bank battery x Installed 3 12V Caframo Bora cabin fans x Installed St Croix Little Crane outboard engine hoist 2012 x Installed ICOM M802 SSB Radio, ICOM AT140 Tuner SSB, bronze Dynaplate, insulated backstay antenna x Installed SCS Pactor Modem, Model PTC-IIUSB, bluetooth x Installed Standard Horizon GX2150 VHF Radio with AIS Receiver with RAM 3 helm station x Cut out dry locker for additional storage x Installed hinged countertop workspace at nav station and galley sink x Installed quarter berth bulkhead hatch to increase storage space x New backstay x Installed Cape Horn self-steering system x New dodger x New bimini x New side curtains x New sail cover x Converted to cutter rig with Harken Unit 0 MK4 roller furler staysail x New main sail, free foot, full batten, 3 reefs x New 135 genoa sail x New staysail x Installed ACR GlobalFix PRO 406 MHz GPS EPIRB x Converted all running rigging to operate from cockpit to include 2 new Lewmar Ocean #40 self tailing 2 speed bronze winches, rope clutches, turning blocks, collectors, etc x Installed ability to put in first 2 reefs from cockpit x Installed sea water Aqua Jet Washdown Pump x Installed sea water sink faucet x Installed new lifelines with forward detachment hooks x Installed rainwater recovery system x Cut out storage area below refrigerator x New Force 10 Cozy Cabinburner unit x Stripped hull to bare fiberglass and added 5 coats of Interlux 2000E Interprotect Epoxy barrier paint x Installed telescoping whisker pole to mast 2013 x Installed AIR Breeze wind turbine x New headstay x Rebuilt engine water muffler and exhaust manifold piping 2014 x Installed downhaul x Installed 4 purchase in boom cascading outhaul x Installed stainless steel rub rail x New inverter x Installed 2 new Trojan batteries 2015 x New potable water pump x New riding sail x New shade curtains x Rebuilt engine heat exchanger 2019 x Group 31 start battery 2020 x New Group 27 batteries x Serviced heat exchanger x LPG pressure gauge 2021 x New Jib furling line and main traveler lines 2022 x G roco HF pump assembly 2023 x prop shaft and coupler., checked cutlass bearing., checked bottom paint., shaft zinc
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.
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/27/25 | No change | $39,900 |
| 8/27/25 | Price decreased | $33,000(-17.3%) |
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The 1989 Cape Dory 30 MK II has garnered positive feedback from a variety of sailors, highlighting its classic design, solid craftsmanship, and excellent sailing performance
Customers often praise the boat’s sturdy construction, noting that it is built to withstand various weather conditions while still providing a comfortable and enjoyable sailing experience. Many users appreciate the spacious and well-appointed interior, which offers a cozy atmosphere for both short getaways and extended cruising. The galley is frequently described as functional, with sufficient space for meal preparation, while the layout allows for comfortable sleeping arrangements. Sailors also mention the boat’s handling and responsiveness, making it a favorite for both novice and experienced skippers. The design's balance and stability provide confidence when sailing in different conditions. Overall, customers express their satisfaction with the 1989 Cape Dory 30 MK II as a reliable and charming vessel ideal for coastal cruising or weekend adventures.
The Biggest Pros and Cons
The Cape Dory 30 MK II, built in 1989, is a respected model known for its robust construction and classic design. Here are some pros and cons to consider if you're thinking about this vessel.
Pros
Sturdy Construction: The Cape Dory boats are renowned for their heavy, solid fiberglass construction, offering durability and safety, making them well-suited for various sailing conditions.
Classic Design: The MK II features traditional lines and a pleasing aesthetic that appeals to many sailors. Its design emphasizes functionality and elegance, with a comfortable cockpit and a well-thought-out deck layout.
Sailing Performance: With a full keel and a moderate displacement, the Cape Dory 30 MK II provides excellent stability and sailing performance, especially in coastal and off-shore settings.
Spacious Interior: The cabin is designed for comfort, offering a functional galley, comfortable sleeping accommodations, and ample storage space, making it ideal for weekend cruising or longer voyages.
Strong Community: The Cape Dory brand has a loyal following, creating a strong community where current and prospective owners can exchange knowledge, tips, and support.
Cons
Age Considerations: A 1989 model will require careful inspection for signs of wear and maintenance needs. Older boats may have outdated systems or require upgrades and repairs.
Limited Speed: While known for stability, the Cape Dory 30 MK II is not the fastest cruiser, which may be a consideration for those seeking speed or competitive racing.
Weight: The solid construction that provides durability also adds weight, which can impact performance in lighter winds and may require more effort to maneuver.
Interior Layout: While spacious, some may find the interior layout dated compared to more modern designs. It may not suit everyone’s preferences in terms of headroom or modern convenience features.
Maintenance: As with any older vessel, regular maintenance is crucial. Buyers should be prepared for potential restoration or updates to systems like plumbing, electrical, and rigging.
Made For
The 1989 Cape Dory 30 MK II is an excellent choice for a diverse range of boating enthusiasts. It appeals particularly to: 1. Cruisers: For those who enjoy leisurely outings on the water, the Cape Dory 30 MK II offers a comfortable interior and ample space for extended stays. Its classic design provides a cozy atmosphere for both relaxing and entertaining. 2. Sailors of All Levels: Whether you're a seasoned mariner or a newcomer to sailing, this vessel presents a user-friendly sailing experience. The vessel’s balanced handling and performance make it ideal for day sailing or longer passages. 3. Adventurous Couples and Small Families: With its roomy accommodations and practical layout, the MK II is perfect for couples or small families looking to explore coastal waters, safely embark on weekend getaways, or take part in longer journeys. 4. Classic Yacht Enthusiasts: The Cape Dory’s iconic design and quality craftsmanship attract those who appreciate traditional aesthetics and the art of sailing. The MK II stands as a testament to enduring style and functionality. 5. Liveaboard Sailors: Many sailors who prefer to live aboard benefit from the spacious galley and comfortable berths that this model provides, making it a viable option for those seeking a full-time sailing lifestyle. In summary, the 1989 Cape Dory 30 MK II is suited for anyone seeking a reliable, stylish, and comfortable boat for cruising, day sailing, or living aboard.
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4250 Lakeside Drive, Suite 205, Jacksonvile, FL, 33221


























