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1981 Catalina 30

$26,000

Used

Boat in Berkeley, CA 94710 US

builtBuilt in 1981
Year the boat was built
model

30

Boat model
engine

1 Engine (Universal)

Engine type and count
length

30 feet

Overall boat length
fuel

Diesel

Fuel type
material

Fiberglass/Reinforced

Hull material

A gorgeously renovated Catalina 30. Whether you're seeking an affordable liveaboard lifestyle, a weekend cruiser, or a competitive club racer, this boat is ready to go. Check every detail on this boat. What is often worn and inoperable on most 45 year old boats is meticulously restored and functional on TWO TIGERS.

Highlights:

Professionally renovated interior

Performance upgrades for racing and spirited sailing (hydraulic backstay, custom tall rig, solid rod rigging)

B & G instrumentation

Reliable Universal diesel inboard engine

Step below deck and you'll find a clean, modern, and functional space designed for daily living and extended stays.

Fully renovated cabin interior with new seat cushions

Rebuilt galley featuring:

New cabinets & countertops

New Force 10 stove, fridge, double sinks, and faucet

Upgraded head with:

New electric toilet, sink, faucet, and countertop

Updated systems:New plumbing, new lithium-ion batteries, PRO NAUTIC 12-30 battery charger, and all-new wiring

Spacious salon with ample storage and comfortable berths for guests or gear

Whether you're cruising the Bay or trimming sails for race day, this Catalina delivers.

Custom tall aftermarket mast for better light-air performance

Hydraulic adjustable backstay - great for tuning sail shape on the fly

Main, genoa, and spinnaker - all in solid condition

Larger wooden steering wheel for added comfort and control

Autopilot for easy solo cruising

Universal M2-12 diesel engine - reliable and well-maintained

Book a viewing of this rare beauty today and you won't be disappointed.

Nominal Length
30ft
Length Overall
30ft
Beam
10.83ft
Max Draft
5.25ft
Cabin Headroom
6.33ft
Displacement
10200lb
Cruising Speed
4kn
Max Speed
6kn
Cabins
1
Heads
1
Max Passengers
8
Seating Capacity
6
Fresh Water Tanks
50gal
Fuel Tanks
20gal
Holding Tanks
10gal
Electrical Circuit
110v
Hull Material
fiberglass
Engine 1
Engine Make
Universal
Engine Model
M2 12
Total Power
11hp
Engine Hours
1093
Engine Type
inboard
Fuel Type
diesel
Engine Year
1981
Drive Type
direct
Propeller Material
bronze
Oven
✓
Manual Bilge Pump
✓
Battery Charger
✓
Wind Speed And Direction
✓
Autopilot
✓
Compass
✓
Gps
✓
Mainsail Cover
✓
Shore Power Inlet
✓
Battened Mainsail
✓
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
2/1/26Price decreased$26,000(-10.2%)
1/30/26Initial price$28,950

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