1996 Tayana 58
$275,000
Boat in Bristol, RI 02809 US
Built in 1996
58
1 Engine (Yanmar)
58 feet
Diesel
Fiberglass/Reinforced
MANDATE is a substantial cruising boat with the kind of size, layout, and setup that still makes a lot of sense today. She gives you real offshore capability, proper living space, and enough systems and sailhandling help that a couple can realistically manage her. What stands out here is that she does not feel like an old 58-footer that needs excuses made for it. She feels like a real cruising boat that has been kept up and thoughtfully improved over time. The listing notes captain-maintained care during this ownership, along with a dark blue Awlgrip hull, teak decks replaced in 2010, a newer water heater in 2025, an icemaker in 2024, updated propane locker gear, and an 11 hp Side-Power bow thruster.
The layout works well for someone who wants to cruise seriously but still have room for guests. There are three staterooms and two heads, with sleeping for eight if needed. Forward is a VIP cabin with a centerline double, then a port guest cabin with double bunks, and aft is the owner's cabin with a centerline queen, good storage, and ensuite head. The main saloon has a dining area to port around an expandable teak table, and to starboard a straight settee that pulls out into another double berth. The interior is classic Tayana in all the right ways: satin teak joinery, glossy teak-and-holly sole, and the warmth that makes the boat feel like a cruising home rather than just a place to sleep.
The galley is also laid out for real use. It runs along the passageway aft and gives you double stainless sinks, a four-burner propane stove with oven and broiler, microwave, trash compactor, refrigerator and freezer, and a separate refrigerated drink locker. There is also a built-in Splendide washer/dryer aft in the owner's area, which matters on a boat meant for extended time aboard. Air conditioning and heat are already part of the package, so the boat works not just for passagemaking, but for living aboard comfortably in a range of climates.
On deck, MANDATE has the features that make a larger cutter much easier to live with. You have the sugar-scoop transom, an expandable passerelle, stainless gates port and starboard, nine Lewmar opening hatches, five stainless dorades, freshwater washdown, remote windlass controls at the helm, a Rocna primary anchor, Fortress secondary anchor, cockpit cushions, teak cockpit table, and the 24-volt bow thruster. Under sail, this is where the boat really starts to make sense for short-handed cruising. The Leisure Furl in-boom system, Doyle furling genoa, Doyle staysail, Profurl furlers, hydraulic backstay tensioner, hydraulic boom vang, and four Lewmar electric winches all point toward a boat that was set up to be handled without a full crew.
The navigation and electrical package is not brand new, but it is serious and useful. The listing shows an ST7000 autopilot, Raymarine digital radar, Garmin chartplotter at the helm, Raymarine 12-inch MFD in the cockpit, SITEX 12-inch MFD at the nav station, laptop navigation setup, ST60 instruments, ST70 wind updated in 2022, VHF, SSB, an 8 kW Northern Lights generator, roughly 950 amp-hours of AGM battery capacity, and a 2,500-watt inverter. That is enough to support real cruising, and it fits the boat's mission well.
What matters here is that MANDATE feels like a boat built for people who actually want to go somewhere and stay aboard once they get there. She has the volume for family or guests, the warmth and finish people want in a Tayana, and the sailhandling setup that makes a 58-footer less intimidating than it might look on paper. For someone looking for a serious cruising boat with character, space, and the right ownership-minded upgrades already done, this is a lot of boat for the money.
Highlights
- Three-stateroom, two-head layout
- Aft owner's cabin with centerline queen berth
- Teak decks replaced in 2010
- Dark blue Awlgrip hull
- Side-Power 11 hp, 24-volt bow thruster
- Water heater new in 2025
- Icemaker new in 2024
- Leisure Furl in-boom mainsail furling
- Doyle furling genoa and Doyle staysail
- Four Lewmar electric winches
- Hydraulic backstay tensioner and boom vang
- Raymarine radar and cockpit MFD
- Garmin chartplotter at helm
- Northern Lights 8 kW generator
- Approx. 950 amp-hours AGM battery capacity
- Splendide washer/dryer
Accommodations
Mandate features a 3-stateroom, 2-head interior. She sleeps a total of 8, 6 owners and guests in the three staterooms and an additional pull-out in the main salon to sleep another two. Mandate’s interior is beautifully finished in satin varnished teak cabinetry and highlighted by a high gloss teak and holly sole. She is fully air-conditioned for comfort in warm or tropical weather and heated for colder climes.
VIP Stateroom, Forward
The forward VIP Stateroom features a centerline double berth with a hanging locker, drawers, and shelves for storage and books. There is a large hatch for light and ventilation, and two additional opening hatches. The interior is teak, and the soft goods are blue.
Guest Stateroom, Port
Aft of the forward stateroom is a second guest stateroom that features a double bunk with drawers underneath and shelves outboard. There are lights for reading and a hatch for ventilation. There is also a large closet. The quality of the woodwork is outstanding, as it is with all the interior staterooms.
Guest Head
Directly across the guest stateroom to starboard is the guest head. Features include a Vacu-flush head, sink, vanity, mirror, and separate shower stall. Finish is in easy-to-clean Formica with teak trim. This head can be accessed from the VIP stateroom or the guest stateroom.
Main Salon, Amidships
Moving farther aft, we reach the main salon. To port is the dining area with seating for six around an expandable teak table. There is an icemaker cleverly built into the base of the table. Outboard, there are two lockers for storage with louvered doors and a bookshelf in between. There is also storage under and behind the settee. Across to starboard is a straight settee that can pull out to make a double berth. There are cabinets underneath and lockers outboard, and a bookshelf. The salon is all satin varnished teak and is fully air-conditioned. Hatches above provide natural ventilation and light. The salon sole is a glossy teak and holly. Tucked aft of the salon area is the nav station. There is a large area for charts with storage beneath. Outboard are the electronics, chart plotters, radios, etc., while aft are the electric panels. Everything is right there at your fingertips!
Galley
The thoughtful and well-designed galley starts at the aft of the settee berth and runs along the walkway to the aft stateroom. Galley Features include:
SS double sinks with hot and cold water
4-burner SS propane stove with/ oven and broiler, and shut-off solenoid
Built-in microwave oven
Built-in trash compactor
Refrigerator and freezer, and a separate refrigerated drink locker, all 110v or engine-driven
Hot water heater, 12 gallon (2025)
There are numerous opening lockers and drawers for storage, along with counter space for food prep.
Master Stateroom, Aft
All the way aft is the Owner’s stateroom. It is a large cabin with a centerline queen berth, two large hanging lockers, and numerous drawers and shelves for storage. There is a large opening hatch and two smaller hatches for natural light and ventilation while at anchor, and it is fully air-conditioned for rainy or marina days. To port and forward is the master head featuring a Vacu-flush head, sink, vanity, and mirror. There is plenty of storage in numerous drawers. There is also a built in Splendid washer/dryer.
Teak Decks Replaced in 2010
Custom Bimini top w/dodger (2016) - Zip in sides
“Sugar scoop” transom with steps and ladder
Passerelle (expandable to 8 ft.)
SS bow pulpit and pushpit, SS stanchions and lifelines with gates P and S
9 Lewmar opening hatches
5 SS Dorades
Freshwater wash down
6-Man inflatable life raft (needs inspection)
Electric windlass – with remote controls on helm station
Rocna anchor with 150’ of high-tensile chain & 150 ft. 1” nylon rode
Fortress secondary anchor with 120 ft. chain and 150 ft. nylon rode
Cockpit cushions (2019)
SS destroyer-type wheel
Teak cockpit table
Bow Thruster – 11 hp bow thruster by side power, 24 volts
Sails and Rigging
“Mandate” is ideally set up for short-handed sailing. With its "Leisure-Furl" in-boom mainsail and with electric winches for both halyard and furling, it is a breeze! This New Zealand built mainsail-furling system is the system of choice for larger yachts. It allows for a mainsail (with full battens and a full roach with infinite reefing possibilities) which gives a substantial increase in performance over an in-the-mast furling system.
Doyle no. 2 Furling Genoa w/foam luff
Doyle Staysail
Profurl roller furling for headsail & Staysail
Leisure Furl on the main
Doyle Leisure Furl main sail
Standing, S/S rigging
4 Lewmar ST electric winches: 2x Lewmar ST 66 primaries, Lewmar ST 50 main halyard, and Lewmar ST 40 genoa furling
Hydraulic backstay tensioner
Hydraulic boom vang
Auto ST 7000 autopilot 24 volt
Raymarine 24” Color Digital Radar
Standard Horizon VHF Radio
Garmin MFD 7” chart plotter with GPS at helm
Raymarine 12” MFD in cockpit
SITEX 12” MFD at nav station with external antenna
Laptop with Navionics at nav station
Raymarine – “ST60PLUS” speed, depth, instrument system, and ST70 wind (new 2022)
SEA 330 SSB radio 24 volt
8 kW Northern Lights generator – 8,000 hrs.
110 Volt, 60HZ System
12-Volt DC electrical AGM ~950 amp hrs.
4 x 8D AGM 950 ampere-hours at 12volts
Electrical bonding system
2,500-watt Heart 2 inverter
24V Battery Bank 2 AGM 8D `240 amp hrs. 24 Volt
High-output alternator – 150 amp 12 Volt
High-output alternator – 70 amp 24 Volt
Battery charger
Victron 24 Volt charger
7 batteries
Dockside electrical cable - 100 ft. 50 amp
Cable TV and phone cables input
DC Lighting system – most lights are LED
Voltage meter
Battery condition gauge – 24 Volt and 12 Volt
Master electrical panel
Yanmar 140 hp diesel engine (6,700 hrs.)
Reverse cycle air conditioning – 3 units
Fresh water-cooling system
Holding tank
“Flow Scan” fuel flow meter
Engine hour meter
Engine and Stove fuel shut-off valves
2 Automatic, electric & manual bilge pumps
Fire control system
3 blade Max-prop propeller
25 GPH Village watermaker (pickled)
12-Volt fans throughout
Racor engine and Gen-set fuel filters
Walk-in Engine Room
Engine room light
Workbench
Spur line cutter
406 EPIRB with GPS
Second EPIRB in life raft
Lifejackets
Flares
Bell
Hot water Heater (2024)
Ice Maker (2024)
Bimini and Dodger (2019)
Cockpit Cushions (2019)
Dinghy AB RIB with 15 hp Yamaha outboard
Note: Mandate also has “Sunbrella” teak rail/stern & cap rail covers to protect from UV rays when the boat is in harbor.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 3/19/26 | Initial price | $275,000 |
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Overview from around the web 1996 Tayana 58
Customers consistently praise the 1996 Tayana 58 for its exceptional craftsmanship and robust construction, highlighting the yacht’s ability to handle long ocean passages with confidence
Many appreciate the spacious and comfortable interior layout, noting the quality of the woodwork and thoughtful design that make extended cruising enjoyable. Owners often mention the vessel’s excellent sailing performance combined with a stable and seaworthy hull, which provides both security and ease of handling. Overall, the 1996 Tayana 58 is celebrated for its timeless design, durability, and suitability as a reliable bluewater cruiser.
The Biggest Pros and Cons
The 1996 Tayana 58 is a well-regarded bluewater cruising sailboat known for its robust construction and comfortable accommodations. Here are some of the key pros and cons of this model:
Pros
Solid Construction: Built with a heavy-duty fiberglass hull and full keel, the Tayana 58 is designed for durability and offshore safety.
Spacious Layout: The interior offers ample living space with multiple cabins, a large saloon, and well-equipped galley, making it ideal for extended cruising.
Seaworthiness: Its design emphasizes stability and seaworthiness, providing confidence in a variety of sea conditions.
Traditional Aesthetic: Classic lines and teak woodwork give the Tayana 58 a timeless appeal.
Good Storage: Plenty of storage space for provisions and gear, crucial for long voyages.
Reliable Rigging and Systems: Known for dependable rigging and straightforward mechanical systems that are easier to maintain.
Cons
Weight and Speed: The heavy displacement makes the Tayana 58 slower compared to lighter, more performance-oriented yachts.
Maintenance: Traditional materials like extensive teak woodwork require regular maintenance to keep them in good condition.
Draft: The relatively deep draft may limit access to shallow anchorages or certain coastal areas.
Interior Style: The classic, somewhat traditional interior design might not appeal to those seeking a modern aesthetic.
Price and Availability: Being a sought-after bluewater cruiser, well-maintained models can command higher prices and may be less commonly available on the market.
Made For
The 1996 Tayana 58 is ideal for experienced sailors and cruising enthusiasts seeking a reliable, comfortable, and seaworthy bluewater sailboat. Designed for long-distance voyaging, it suits those who value spacious accommodations, robust construction, and excellent sailing performance. Whether planning extended offshore passages or liveaboard adventures, this boat offers the durability and comfort needed for serious cruising.
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