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1988 Catalina 34 Boat in South Haven, MI US
34
1 Engine (Universal)
34 feet
Diesel
Fiberglass/Reinforced
FRESH WATER - WING KEEL - CLEAN! This 1988 model Catalina 34 has a tall rig main, wing keel and is in really nice condition for her age and it's clear that she has been well cared for with many updates and new equipment over the years! "OBSESSION" is ready to set sail on your next adventure!
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From the Manufacturer: The Catalina 34 is a classic and highly sought-after sailboat that offers comfort and performance. Whether you're a seasoned sailor or a beginner looking to embark on your first voyage, this vessel is a great choice.
The Catalina 34 has a spacious interior and can sleep up to six people. The salon has comfortable seating and a large dinette table that converts to a double berth. The forward V-berth is good-sized with ample storage. The aft cabin has a very large berth for comfortable cruising. There is ample accommodation for overnight guests or extended cruising.
The cockpit is thoughtfully designed for ease of handling and provides plenty of space for relaxation and entertainment. It offers excellent visibility, comfortable seating, and easy access to all sail controls. The transom has a real boarding ladder making getting back into the boat after swimming stable and easy.
With a wing keel and efficient hull design, the Catalina 34 delivers solid performance and handling characteristics under sail. Whether you're cruising along the coast or participating in a local regatta, this boat will not disappoint.
Contact us for an appointment to get aboard!
From the Manufacturer: The Catalina 34 is a classic and highly sought-after sailboat that offers comfort and performance. Whether you're a seasoned sailor or a beginner looking to embark on your first voyage, this vessel is a great choice.
The Catalina 34 has a spacious interior and can sleep up to six people. The salon has comfortable seating and a large dinette table that converts to a double berth. The forward V-berth is good-sized with ample storage. The aft cabin has a very large berth for comfortable cruising. There is ample accommodation for overnight guests or extended cruising.
The cockpit is thoughtfully designed for ease of handling and provides plenty of space for relaxation and entertainment. It offers excellent visibility, comfortable seating, and easy access to all sail controls. The transom has a real boarding ladder making getting back into the boat after swimming stable and easy.
With a wing keel and efficient hull design, the Catalina 34 delivers solid performance and handling characteristics under sail. Whether you're cruising along the coast or participating in a local regatta, this boat will not disappoint.
Nominal Length
34ft
Length Overall
34.5ft
Length at Waterline
29.83ft
Beam
11.75ft
Max Draft
4.25ft
Drive Up Draft
4.25ft
Displacement
12550lb
Ballast
5600lb
Cabins
2
Heads
1
Fresh Water Tanks
77gal
Fuel Tanks
23gal
Holding Tanks
27gal
Hull Material
fiberglass
Hull Shape
monohull
Engine 1
Engine Make
Universal
Engine Model
XP25
Engine Type
inboard
Fuel Type
diesel
Drive Type
direct
EQUIPMENT DETAILS
ELECTRONICS
Raymarine Depthsounder (2012)
Raymarine Log-Speed (2012)
Raymarine Wind Speed & Direction (2012)
Raymarine GPS Plotter (2012)
Raymarine Autopilot (2012)
For redundancy, original Autohelm GPS nav station is believed to be still functioning
Standard Horizon Explorer VHF radio with remote mic
Stereo
Speakers
TV 30” smart with dockside hook-up (2018)
POWER
* Complete power upgrade in 2015 (see details at bottom of listing)
12 Volt marine start battery (2025)
Four 6 Volt golf cart batteries house bank (7 years old)
Alternator upgrade to 100 amps
BAL amp alternator
Balmar ARS-5 voltage regulator
ProNautic 12 battery charger
Xantrex Link Lite battery monitor and Xantrex Digital Echo Charge battery combiner
Glow plug relay installed to reduce resistance in glow plug circuit
SAILS, DECK & COCKPIT
Tall rig Furling Rolly Tasker 150% Genoa (2005)
Rolly Tasker Mainsail (2005)
Wheel steering
Teak cockpit table
Stern perch seating (2012)
New halyards and sheets (2012)
Danforth bow and stern anchors with rode and chain
CANVAS
Sunbrella Marine Blue canvas
Dodger (2000)
Wheel & table cover
C-Cushions in cockpit (2012)
Sail cover (2005)
Sun fly for cockpit shade
Companion way and hatch screens
GALLEY & INTERIOR
New Teak and Holly flooring installed (2011)
Main and 150% R/F Genoa were replaced in 2005
Stainless steel double sink
Hot/cold water with shoreside water connection
New water heater installed (2024)
Refrigeration
Microwave
Compressed natural gas 4 burner stove
Manual flush head (new toilet installed in 2018)
Cabin screens
Manual bilge pump
New electric bilge pump and switch (2026)
Dinette table converts to berth
New LED lamps in the galley, head and salon (2025/2026)
Small electric heater
New Teak and Holly flooring (2011)
No air conditioning
MISCELLANEOUS
Steel keel
Steel cradle
VC17 Bottom paint
Hour meter no longer functions
Four life jackets
Three fenders
50 foot shore power cord - needs cleaning.
Gas grill (well used)
One old boat hook
Four blue dock lines and a spring line (good condition)
Stand-alone inverter for the Nor cooler refrigeration
UPGRADES
Engine overhaul and three new injectors installed in 2016.
Complete power upgrade, in 2015, with separate start 12 volt battery and house bank consisting of four
6 volt golf cart batteries. Upgrade included a new ProNautic battery Charger, Echo Charge battery
combiner, Balmar ARS-5 Voltage Regulator and LinkLITE battery monitor. All cabling size increased to
reduce resistance in DC circuits. A start solenoid was installed to decrease resistance in
the glow plug circuit. The upgrade also included a new 100 amp alternator. All circuits are fused per
upgrade schematic. New start battery was installed in 2025.
WORK YET TO BE COMPLETED
The sun crazed lens needs to be replaced in the V Birth hatch. New lens and gasket are included.
New curtains are being made and nearly complete
Raymarine Depthsounder (2012)
Raymarine Log-Speed (2012)
Raymarine Wind Speed & Direction (2012)
Raymarine GPS Plotter (2012)
Raymarine Autopilot (2012)
For redundancy, original Autohelm GPS nav station is believed to be still functioning
Standard Horizon Explorer VHF radio with remote mic
Stereo
Speakers
TV 30” smart with dockside hook-up (2018)
POWER
* Complete power upgrade in 2015 (see details at bottom of listing)
12 Volt marine start battery (2025)
Four 6 Volt golf cart batteries house bank (7 years old)
Alternator upgrade to 100 amps
BAL amp alternator
Balmar ARS-5 voltage regulator
ProNautic 12 battery charger
Xantrex Link Lite battery monitor and Xantrex Digital Echo Charge battery combiner
Glow plug relay installed to reduce resistance in glow plug circuit
SAILS, DECK & COCKPIT
Tall rig Furling Rolly Tasker 150% Genoa (2005)
Rolly Tasker Mainsail (2005)
Wheel steering
Teak cockpit table
Stern perch seating (2012)
New halyards and sheets (2012)
Danforth bow and stern anchors with rode and chain
CANVAS
Sunbrella Marine Blue canvas
Dodger (2000)
Wheel & table cover
C-Cushions in cockpit (2012)
Sail cover (2005)
Sun fly for cockpit shade
Companion way and hatch screens
GALLEY & INTERIOR
New Teak and Holly flooring installed (2011)
Main and 150% R/F Genoa were replaced in 2005
Stainless steel double sink
Hot/cold water with shoreside water connection
New water heater installed (2024)
Refrigeration
Microwave
Compressed natural gas 4 burner stove
Manual flush head (new toilet installed in 2018)
Cabin screens
Manual bilge pump
New electric bilge pump and switch (2026)
Dinette table converts to berth
New LED lamps in the galley, head and salon (2025/2026)
Small electric heater
New Teak and Holly flooring (2011)
No air conditioning
MISCELLANEOUS
Steel keel
Steel cradle
VC17 Bottom paint
Hour meter no longer functions
Four life jackets
Three fenders
50 foot shore power cord - needs cleaning.
Gas grill (well used)
One old boat hook
Four blue dock lines and a spring line (good condition)
Stand-alone inverter for the Nor cooler refrigeration
UPGRADES
Engine overhaul and three new injectors installed in 2016.
Complete power upgrade, in 2015, with separate start 12 volt battery and house bank consisting of four
6 volt golf cart batteries. Upgrade included a new ProNautic battery Charger, Echo Charge battery
combiner, Balmar ARS-5 Voltage Regulator and LinkLITE battery monitor. All cabling size increased to
reduce resistance in DC circuits. A start solenoid was installed to decrease resistance in
the glow plug circuit. The upgrade also included a new 100 amp alternator. All circuits are fused per
upgrade schematic. New start battery was installed in 2025.
WORK YET TO BE COMPLETED
The sun crazed lens needs to be replaced in the V Birth hatch. New lens and gasket are included.
New curtains are being made and nearly complete
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
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/3/26 | Initial price | $35,000 |
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Address
Sales Office at Torresen Marine (call for appointment)
3003 Lake Shore Dr
Muskegon, MI 49441
Boat Location
Contact Sail Place Inc about 1988 Catalina 34
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