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1976 Westsail Ketch

$110,000

Used

Boat in Mattapoisett, MA 02739 US

builtBuilt in 1976
Year the boat was built
model

Ketch

Boat model
engine

1 Engine (Yanmar)

Engine type and count
length

42 feet

Overall boat length
fuel

Diesel

Fuel type
material

Fiberglass/Reinforced

Hull material

Refitted, restored, 1976 42 Westsail, Ketch, Center Cockpit in outstanding condition with many upgrades. Completely restored, refitted 1976 42' Westsail Ketch, shows like a new vessel with upgraded 105 HP Yanmar Diesel Engine. You must see it to believe it. "Harmony" is in Impeccable Condition with Full Set Reconditioned Sails (4), New Ext. Deck Sole, New Rigging/Stays, New Electronic Array & More. "Please See Description Page for Additional Information"

Nominal Length
42ft
Length Overall
42.92ft
Length at Waterline
33.33ft
Beam
13ft
Drive Up Draft
5.67ft
Ballast
11000lb
Heads
2
Hull Material
fiberglass
Engine 1
Engine Make
Yanmar
Engine Model
4JH4-HTE
Total Power
105hp
Fuel Type
diesel
Engine Year
2014
VESSEL DETAILS

***ATTENTION BROKERS: THIS IS A SHARED LISTING. CALL FOR DETAILS***

 

Covers:

- Bimini Top

- Spray Hood

- Mainsail Cover

- Genoa Cover

Electrical Equipment:

- Shore Power Inlet

- Inverter

Electronics:

- Depthsounder

- Radar

- Log-Speedometer

- Wind Speed and Direction

- Repeater(s)

- TV Set

- Navigation Center

- Plotter

- Autopilot

- Radio

- Compass

- CD Player

- GPS

- Cockpit Speakers

- VHF

Inside Equipment:

- Bow Thruster

- Electric Bilge Pump

- Oven

- Microwave Oven

- Heating

- Chemical Head

- Hot Water

- Refrigerator

- Fresh Water Maker

- Deep Freezer

- Battery Charger

Outside Equipment/Extras:

- Teak Cockpit

- Cockpit Shower

- Outboard Engine Brackets

- Davit(s)

- Radar Reflector

- Tender

- Cockpit Cushions

- Cockpit Table

- Swimming Ladder

Rigging:

- Steering Wheel

- Electric Winch: 1and 3 Standard

Sails:

- Battened Mainsail

- Spinnaker

- Furling Mainsail

- Gennaker/Cruising Spinnaker

- Genoa

- Furling Genoa

- Trisail

Engine:

2014 Yanmar 4JH4-HTE diesel, 105 hp.

2 bladed aluminum prop. 

Low hours; professionally maintained.

 

Tankage:

Fuel: 300 gallons in 3 aluminum tanks.

Water: 150 gallons in 3 aluminum tanks.

Holding: 20 gallons in 1 plastic tank.

 

Mast & Rigging:

Masts : Aluminum

Standing Rigging: Stainless Steel – new in 2014 (see comments)

Running Rigging: Braided Lines – new in 2014 (see comments)

Genoa Furler: Schaefer 3100 – new in 2014 (see comments)

Sails: Good condition (see comments); Mainsail features Dutchman system new 2014

Standing rigging was new in 2014, but usage limited to summer months. Vessel is stored with spars and rigging off in off-season. Masts and standing rigging stored inside. Rigging and Furler/Forestay inspected annually. Running rigging removed and stored inside heated house during off-season. Sails are tan-bark and were inspected and restitched as necessary by sailmaker. Sails have been very lightly used and were covered by sail covers which were new in 2015.

 

Fittings & Equipment:

Covers & Awnings: Full cockpit dodger and Bimini new in 2014 and include zippers for eventual cockpit enclosure (see comments); (7) Sunbrella dorade box covers; (2) Sunbrella deck hatch covers; (6) Sunbrella hand rail covers; (3) Sunbrella propane tank covers; (4) Sunbrella winch covers; (1) Custom Sunbrella Binnacle cover

 

Deck Hardware: Stainless Steel

Ground Tackle (2): Main – 75# CQR with all chain rode and Mantus swivel; Secondary – 33# Bruce with chain and rode; Snubbers (2) – Bobstay snubber ½ inch three strand attached to bobstay fitting used in normal weather; Storm snubber 50 ft ¾ inch bridle for storm conditions.

Windlass: Horizon Electric for 3/8 BBB chain

Winches (cockpit): 1 Lewmar 44 ST electric; 1 Lewmar 30 ST; 2 Barent 28 ST

Winches (masts): Main Mast – 3 Barient; Mizzen – 2 Barient

Docklines: (4) ¾ inch braided white including spring. Line; (4) ¾ inch braided warps of ~ 50 feet each

Fenders: (4) large fenders with custom fender covers (made with trailer bed carpet)

Boat Hooks: (1) fixed length with mooring hook attachment; (1) adjustable aluminum

Swim Ladders: (1) folding 5+ foot stainless steel; (1) folding 3 step Garelick

Gerry Cans: (8) 5 gallon Gerry cans stored at rail with customer sunbrella covers; (4) water; (3) Diesel; (1) Gasoline

Davits: 600# capacity dinghy davits mounted on stern

Companionway Drop board: (2) sets of dropboard; (3) ¾ inc lexan dropboards; (3) varnished teak dropboards in padded Sunbrella case (never used)

Bilge Pumps: (1) 500 gallon general purpose; (1) 3750 gallon emergency; (1) whale shower drain pump.

The Dodger and Bimini can be zipped together. Dodger and Bimini have added zippers to facilitate an eventual full cockpit enclosure.

 

Electronics:

Chart Plotter: Raymarine e125 / 12.1” HybridTouch GPS with 2 multipfunction displays (binnacle and nav-station)

Radar: Raymarine

Autopilot : Raymarine x30 hydraulic with control display at binnacle

Sirius Weather Module: Yes

VHF Radio: Standard Horizon GX 2150 with remote handset at binnacle

Compass: Ritchie Powerdamp magnetic

Depth Sounder: Raymarine

Knotmeter: Raymarine

Barometer: Yes

Clock: Yes

Horn & Bell: Yes

Stereo Radio: Fusion MS-1P600 with 3 speaker zones

 

Electrical System:

The house and starter batteries are less than 3 years old. The house bank is comprised of (4) 230 ah 6v golf cart batteries for a total bank capacity of 460 ah. The engine start batter is a series 31 12 volt battery. All batteries are removed from the boat in the winter and trickle charged in the owners home.

 

Additional Equipment including Emergency:

Water Maker: Cruise RO 

Cabin Heater: (1) Cubic Mini Grizzley solid fuel stove; (1) Diesel Cabin Heater (Webasto Type)

Bow Thruster: Sidepower 

Wema Water & Fuel Tank level indicator

Water Heater: IsoTemp 6 gallon

Fire Extinguishers: 4 new in 2018 all showing green

Searchlight: Yes – handlheld

Lifejackets: 4 type II

Flares: Yes

First Aid Kit: Yes

 

Winter Cover: Yes; customer canvas cover with support framework inspected and maintained annually. Winter cover is only on boat from November through early May. Cover is taken down on dry day. Cover is stored inside residence to protect from mildew and rodents. Integral support frame is stored in locked garage.

 

Dinghy, Trailer, Outboard: Yes. Dinghy is West Marine 350 Rib (11.5 feet) made of Hypalon. The dingy has beaching wheels. Dinghy is covered in storage from November through June. Dinghy has a trailer. There is an 2007 Mercury 4 cylinder outboard with minimal hours (more hours have been used doing the after season fresh water rinse). Dinghy has been very lightly used, as well.

 

Galley:

Stove: Force 10 3 burner with oven, new in 2014

Propane Tanks: (2) 10 gallon aluminum and (1) 6 gallon

Propane Monitor: Yes, Trident detector and solenoid

Water: Hot & cold pressurized

Refrigeration: Yes, (1) dedicated FrigoBoat Reefer; (1) dedicated FrigoBoat Freezer; keel coolers

Sink: double deep.

Water Filter: whole boat carbon filter.

 

Tankage:

Water: capacity 200 gallons; (1) center tank @ 100 gallons; (2) wing tanks @ 50 gallons each; tanks new in 2014 and made of 316 stainless steel

Engine Diesel: capacity 105 gallons; (1) center polyethylene tank

Cabin Heater: capacity 8 quarts stainless steel

 

Potential purchasers should assume that items on the vessel at the time of viewing, but not specifically listed on this specification sheet, are not included with the sale of the yacht. These specifications are believed to be correct but cannot be guaranteed. Specifications are provided for information purposes. Data was obtained from sources believed reliable but is not guaranteed by owner or brokers. Buyer assumes responsibility to verify all speeds, consumptions, capacities and other measurements contained herein and otherwise provided, and agrees to instruct his surveyor to confirm such details prior to purchase. Vessel subject to sale, price and inventory changes, and withdrawal from market without notice. 

 

Mechanical Disclaimer: Engine and generator hours are as of the date of the original listing and are a representation of what the listing broker is told by the owner and/or actual reading of the engine hour meter. The broker cannot guarantee the true hours. It is the responsibility of the purchaser and/or his agent to verify engine hours, warranties implied or otherwise, and major overhauls as well as ALL other representations noted on the listing.

 

DISCLAIMER TO BOARD VESSEL: In the event the Buyer boards the vessel either on land or in the water without a broker or owner, the Buyer(s) agrees and understands he boards at his sole risk and liability.

 

 

 

 

 

Price History

DateEventPrice
4/3/26Price decreased$110,000(-8.3%)
2/26/26Initial price$119,900

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Customers consistently praise the 1976 Westsail Ketch for its classic design and exceptional seaworthiness

Many appreciate its sturdy construction, roomy interior, and traditional full-keel stability, making it a favorite among long-distance cruisers. Owners often highlight the spacious cockpit and comfortable living quarters, ideal for extended voyages. The timeless aesthetic and reliable sailing performance continue to make the 1976 Westsail Ketch a beloved choice for those seeking a dependable and charming cruising sailboat.

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The 1976 Westsail Ketch is a classic bluewater cruiser renowned for its sturdy construction and traditional design. Here are some pros and cons to consider:

Pros

Robust Construction: Built with heavy, solid fiberglass hulls and a full keel, the Westsail Ketch is extremely durable and capable of handling challenging offshore conditions.

Seaworthiness: Its design emphasizes stability and safety, making it a trusted choice for long-distance cruising and ocean passages.

Classic Aesthetics: The traditional ketch rig and classic lines appeal to sailors who appreciate vintage styling and timeless boat design.

Spacious Interior: The layout often provides comfortable living space below deck, suitable for extended voyages.

Easy to Handle: The ketch rig allows for flexible sail plans, which can make sail handling more manageable for short-handed crews.

Cons

Heavy and Slow: The robust build and full keel contribute to a heavier vessel that typically sails slower compared to more modern designs.

Maintenance: Older boats like the 1976 Westsail may require more upkeep to address wear and aging components.

Limited Performance: The design prioritizes seaworthiness over speed or agility, which may not suit those seeking faster or more responsive sailing.

Outdated Systems: Original equipment and systems may be outdated and require upgrades to meet modern standards or personal preferences.

Price: Due to its reputation and classic status, well-maintained models can be relatively expensive in the used boat market.

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The 1976 Westsail Ketch is ideal for sailors and adventurers seeking a sturdy, classic cruising yacht built for long-distance voyaging. Its robust construction and traditional design make it perfect for those who value reliability, comfort, and seaworthiness on extended offshore passages. Whether you're planning coastal cruising or bluewater exploration, this vessel caters to sailors who appreciate timeless craftsmanship and a proven track record at sea.

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