1 / 30About this boat
The Dufour 36 Classic is a highly regarded cruising yacht, offering an excellent balance of performance, comfort, and practicality. Built in 2004, this example has been carefully maintained and benefits from significant recent upgrades including standing rigging replacement in 2024, sail drive servicing in 2026, engine servicing in 2026, and antifouling completed in January 2026.
Designed for comfortable family cruising, the Dufour 36 Classic provides generous accommodation for up to eight guests across three cabins and the saloon, with a bright and spacious interior, excellent storage, and a comprehensive inventory of cruising equipment.
This yacht is presented with a Volvo Penta 2030D diesel engine, Raymarine navigation electronics, a full suite of sails, electric anchor windlass, sprayhood with recently replaced windows, and a well-equipped cruising deck layout.
A superb opportunity for those looking for a capable, comfortable and well-maintained cruising yacht.
Mechanical
Volvo Penta 2030D Diesel Inboard Engine – serviced 2026
28HP
Engine hours approximately 2,570
Sail Drive – serviced 2026
Sail Drive seal replaced January 2021
2-bladed folding propeller
Rope cutter
Fuel capacity: 160 litres
Electrical
12V electrical system
3 x batteries:
2 x House batteries – 120Ah each
1 x Engine start battery – 80Ah
Engine alternator
Battery charger
Shore power connection and cable
Rigging
Sloop rig
Aluminium mast and boom
Standing rigging replaced July 2024
Rod kicker system
Lines and halyards led aft to cockpit clutches
Keel stepped mast
Slab reefing system
Furlex genoa furling system
Spinnaker pole (deck stored)
Mainsheet track positioned forward of sprayhood
Sails
2 x Mainsails – Jeckells (2004 & 2015)
2 x Genoas – Jeckells (2004 & 2015)
Cruising chute – Sanders (2007)
Navigation & Electronics
Helm & Cockpit
Raymarine ST60 Wind instrument
Raymarine ST60 Depth instrument
Raymarine ST6001 Autopilot
Steering compass
Raymarine C80 Chartplotter mounted on coachroof
Raymarine RD218 Radar (2014)
Navigation Station
Silva S10 Fixed DSC VHF Radio
ICS Nav6 Navtex (aerial requires replacement)
ICOM M35 Handheld VHF Radio
Navigation lights
Red navigation table light
Deck Equipment
Cockpit
Wheel steering
White GRP cockpit with teak applied to locker lids and seating areas
Stern access gate with removable infill
Folding boarding ladder
Outboard bracket
Port and starboard storage lockers
Folding cockpit table
4 x Lewmar two-speed self-tailing winches:
2 x Genoa winches
2 x Coachroof halyard winches
Stern cleats and fairleads
Winch handle pockets
Lifeline attachment points
Stainless steel pushpit
Coachroof, Sidedecks & Foredeck
White GRP deck and coachroof with moulded non-slip surfaces
Aluminium toe rails
Port and starboard gated access
Teak grab rails
Stainless steel stanchions
Coachroof lifelines
Single bow roller
Stainless steel pulpit
Electric windlass
Anchor locker access
Ground Tackle
Danforth 25kg anchor
26m calibrated chain
26m additional anchor rope
Safety Equipment
Liferaft
Manual and electric bilge pumps
Jackstays
MOBMAT retrieval mat
Horseshoe lifebuoy
Danbuoy
Canvas & Tender Equipment
Sprayhood – windows replaced 2024
Wheel cover
Summary
A well-presented and comprehensively equipped Dufour 36 Classic, combining excellent cruising capability with comfortable accommodation and a strong inventory of recent maintenance upgrades. With refreshed rigging, serviced propulsion system, modern navigation equipment and extensive cruising equipment, she is ready to enjoy her next adventures afloat.
Specification
Length11.2 m
Beam3.77 m
Draft1.8 m
Cabins3
Heads1
EngineVolv Penta 2030D Engine
Engine power28 hp
Representative Example
An illustration based on the finance information saved against this boat. Your final quote may vary and remains subject to status and approval.
Cost of Boat£44,995.00
Advance Payment£8,999.00
Amount of Loan£35,996.00
Interest Rate p.a. (variable)14.25%
APR (variable)15.2%
Term (months)120
Cost of Credit£31,722.40
Total Amount Payable£76,717.40