1971 Cheoy Lee Clipper
$50,000
Boat in Kennebunkport, ME 04046 US
Clipper
1 Engine (Nani)
36 feet
Diesel
Fiberglass/Reinforced
The Cheoy Lee Clipper 36 is renowned for its reliable performance and strong power, making it a favored choice among cruising enthusiasts. Its traditional design, featuring a full keel and bowsprit, offers confident handling and stability in various sea conditions. The spacious teak interior provides comfortable accommodations, enhancing the overall sailing experience. Owners appreciate the vessel's seaworthiness and its ability to handle offshore passages with ease. The Clipper 36's enduring craftsmanship and classic aesthetics continue to attract sailors seeking a dependable and timeless cruising yacht.
These boats were deliberately styled to resemble 19th-century clipper ships, which is why they stand out even today.
Key Specifications
- Length (LOA): ~35’7”
- Beam: ~10’9”
- Draft: ~5’3”
- Displacement: ~16,000 lbs
- Ballast: ~5,300 lbs (iron)
- Hull: Heavy solid fiberglass
- Keel: Full-length (long keel)
- Hull speed: ~6.5–6.7 knots
- Rig & Layout
- Staysail ketch
What that means practically:
- Easy sail handling (split sail plan)
- Good for short-handed cruising
- Very forgiving in heavy weather
Hull & Sailing Characteristics
- Long keel + attached rudder
- Tracks straight (excellent offshore)
- Very stable, high comfort ratio
Interior
- Rich teak interior throughout
- Traditional cruising layout:
- V-berth forward
- Head just aft
- Salon with settees
- Galley near companionway
- Two interior layout options were offered
Feels more like a classic wooden yacht than a modern fiberglass boat.
Systems
- New Nani (2022) diesel
- Fuel: ~60 gallons
- Water: ~100 gallons
Strengths
- Extremely seaworthy, bluewater capable
- Beautiful, timeless design
- Comfortable motion offshore
- Built heavy and strong
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/11/26 | Initial price | $50,000 |
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