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1978 Islander 36

$24,850

Used

Boat in Richmond, CA 94801 US

builtBuilt in 1978
Year the boat was built
model

36

Boat model
engine

1 Engine (Perkins)

Engine type and count
length

36 feet

Overall boat length
fuel

Diesel

Fuel type
material

Fiberglass/Reinforced

Hull material

With nearly 800 built, the Islander 36 is one of the most popular and beloved 36-foot sailboats ever produced - and for good reason. Renowned for its balance of performance, comfort, and durability, the 36 continues to boast one of the most active one-design fleets on the Bay. Her skeg-hung rudder and keel-stepped mast deliver a stiff, confident ride in the typical summer breezes while remaining responsive and well-mannered in light air.


CAPTAIN HOOKE stands out as a beautifully maintained example of this classic design. The current owner has invested thoughtfully in both preservation and upgrades, blending timeless Islander craftsmanship with modern ease of sailing. From her recently refinished mast and standing rigging to her newer main and roller furling jib, and beautifully redone interior cushions, this vessel is turn-key ready for her next adventure.


Boats like this don't stay on the market long-call our San Rafael office today to schedule a showing and see why "CAPTAIN HOOKE" deserves your attention!



Accommodations & Layout

Comfortable and thoughtfully designed interior with 6'4" headroom throughout:


  • Forward V-berth with insert
  • Head to port, with hanging locker opposite
  • Salon with settees to port and starboard, and a clever folding bulkhead-mounted dinette at centerline
  • Nav station aft to port with large quarter berth
  • Galley opposite the nav table to starboard



Galley

Fully equipped and ready for cruising:


  • Deep stainless steel sink with pressure water
  • Large icebox
  • Gas Systems three-burner stove with oven (LNG)




Electrical



  • 110V AC / 12V DC systems
  • 30-amp shore power service




Sails & Rigging



  • Aluminum keel-stepped mast with double spreaders
  • 1x19 stainless steel shrouds
  • Aluminum boom
  • Winches: Two Barient #27 self-tailing, two #32 self-tailing one and two #21s


  • Newer main and roller furling jib




Deck & Hull



  • Hand-laid FRP hull with cored decks
  • Lead fin keel and spade rudder
  • Last hauled and bottom painted: June 2018 w quarterly dive service
  • #20 Bruce anchor on bow roller with chain and line rode


Nominal Length
36ft
Length Overall
36ft
Beam
11.5ft
Max Draft
6ft
Cabin Headroom
6.33ft
Displacement
13450lb
Cruising Speed
4kn
Max Speed
6kn
Hull Material
fiberglass
Engine 1
Engine Make
Perkins
Engine Model
4. 108
Total Power
35hp
Engine Hours
1500
Engine Type
inboard
Fuel Type
diesel
Engine Year
1978
Drive Type
direct
Propeller Material
bronze
Battery Charger
✓
Radio
✓
Compass
✓
Mainsail Cover
✓
Shore Power Inlet
✓
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
1/30/26Initial price$24,850

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