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1981 Cape Dory 33Sold

$37,999

Used
We will let you know when another 1981 Cape Dory 33 is available in Mystic, CT

Boat in Mystic, CT 06355 US

builtBuilt in 1981
Year the boat was built
model

33

Boat model
engine

1 Engine (Westerbeke)

Engine type and count
length

33 feet

Overall boat length
fuel

Diesel

Fuel type
material

Fiberglass/Reinforced

Hull material

1981 Cape Dory 33 - Exceptionally Well-Maintained by Meticulous Owner

This 1981 Cape Dory 33 is a standout example of this classic Carl Alberg design. The boat has clearly benefited from attentive, knowledgeable ownership and is in excellent condition for her age. I personally inspected the vessel a few weeks ago and can verify that she is very clean, well cared for, and turnkey ready.

Recent work and upgrades reflect a no-shortcuts approach to maintenance, with attention paid to both cosmetic and mechanical systems. The boat presents extremely well and would be ideal for coastal cruising or extended sailing.

Recent Work & Upgrades Include:

  • All seacocks replaced

  • Bottom sandblasted and recoated with new epoxy barrier coat and antifouling

  • Hull polished and waxed

  • New Whale manual bilge pump installed

  • Engine sanded and repainted; rusted or deficient parts replaced

  • New transducers installed with new speed, depth, and wind displays

  • New NavPod installed

  • Mast rewired with new masthead unit installed

This Cape Dory 33 shows pride of ownership throughout and represents an excellent opportunity to own a classic, seaworthy cruiser that has already had the important work done.









Nominal Length
33ft
Length Overall
33ft
Beam
10.33ft
Drive Up Draft
4.75ft
Displacement
13300lb
Ballast
5500lb
Hull Material
fiberglass
Engine 1
Engine Make
Westerbeke
Engine Model
M-25XPB
Total Power
25hp
Engine Hours
485
Engine Type
inboard-outboard
Fuel Type
diesel
Depthsounder
✓
Navigation Center
✓
Autopilot
✓
Radio
✓
Compass
✓
Gps
✓
Fully Battened Mainsail
✓
Furling Genoa
✓
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.

Price History

DateEventPrice
2/10/26Initial price$37,999

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