1977 Wasque 32' (9.75 m)
Newport, Rhode Island, United States
HOPE is an exceptional version of the immensely popular 32' Wasque (pronounced Way-squee) built by David Thompson of Martha's Vineyard Yachts. A classic Downeaster with many noteworthy improvements! She's been stored indoors during the Winter for many years and is ready for her next steward.
- Downeast / Lobster Boat
- Power
- Used
- Diesel
- Fiberglass Hull
- HIN/IMO: VNY320660177
Description
Rudders & Moorings Yacht Sales is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Latitude Yacht Brokerage. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a particular vessel
Specifications
HIN/IMO: VNY320660177
LOA: 36' 0'' (10.97 Meters)
Type: Power- Used
Year: 1977
Beam: 9' 9''
Draft Max: 3' 0''
Fuel Type: Diesel
Hull Material: Fiberglass
Fuel Tank: 80 Gallons (302.83 Liters)
Fresh Water: 40 Gallons (151.42 Liters)
Holding Tank: 5 Gallons (18.93 Liters)
Displacement: 10000
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Full Details
Owner's Remarks
HOPE is an almost a fifty year old classic so there is some peeling paint and varnish but the Wasque hull is a true head turner and the solid hull layup makes for a great ride. If I were to continue to own the boat the items I would address next are more cosmetic. The bottom needs soda blasting, barrier coat and new paint. The topsides and deck also could use fresh paint and varnish. Here is a list of the noteworthy improvements during our ownership:
- Canvas Top (2023)
- Rebuilt Turbo (2023)
- Two New Aluminum Fuel tanks with cleanouts and all New Hoses (2023)
- Fuel Gauges (2023)
- Replaced Water Tank and Hoses (2023)
- Teak and Stainless Helm Seats and Pedestals (2023)
- Engine Rebuild (2020) – More Details Below
- New Shaft (2019)
- Dripless Shaft Seal (2019)
- Cutlass Bearing (2019)
- Prop Refurbished (2019)
- Stainless Steel Bow Rail (2019)
- Duel Trumpet Ships Horn and Air Compressor (2019)
- Canvas/Eisenglass Side Panels and Cockpit Awning (2018)
- Blue Sea Systems Electrical Panel (2018)
- Ocean Chrome Cabin Lamps (2018)
- Galley Restoration – Corian Countertop, Alcohol Stove, SS Sink and Fresh Water Pump (2018) Cabin Paint and Varnish (2018)
- Heat Exchanger (2017)
- 5 New Found Metal Stainless Steel Ports (2017)
- Cabintop and Cockpit Paint (2017)
- Standard Horizon Explorer VHF Radio (2016)
- Marine Toilet, 5 Gallon Tank and Discharge (2016)
- Head Compartment Restoration (2016)
- Teak Swim Platform with SS ladder (2016)
- Thru-Hulls (2015)
In 2020 the engine was removed and a substantial rebuild was completed by the lead diesel mechanic at Conanicut Marina. After a clean oil analysis and a view of the cylinder walls showed no scoring it was decided that the pistons looked good. Here is an abrivieded list of the work completed - Replaced portside engine stringer, new motor mounts, new exhaust manifold, new exhaust elbow, new heat exchanger core, new oil cooler, head taken off and rebuilt, injectors and fuel pump rebuilt, new injector lines, new wiring and main panel, new alternator, new starter motor, new raw water pump, new fuel lift pump, new hoses, new front and rear seals, new transmission flywheel, engine repainted, new engine thru-hull and valve.
Accommodations
Herreshoff style interior. V-berth forward with custom upholstery. Galley and hanging locker to starboard, Head and Settee to Port. Stainless steel sink, large ice box, alcohol stove top. Ships clock and barometer.
- Sleeps two comfortably with an additional 6' settee for a third person Corian counter top in galley
- Updated fresh water system
- One Hatch, five ports
- 12v Fan
- Marine head with holding tank
Deck
- Stainless Bow Rail
- Dual Wipers
- Air Horn
- Richie Compass
- Bow Pulpit with SS Anchor, SS Chain and Rode
- Custom Teak and Stainless helm and companion chairs with covers Teak Swim Platform and Ladder
- Sunbrella Toast Canvas Top, Eisenglass Sides and Cockpit Awning Large Aft Bench with Storage Locker
Electronics
- Garmin Chartplotter
- Standard Horizon VHF
Wasque Background
Quoting Nautical Quarterly 1978 " Traditional lobsterboat lines taken in fact from a Martha's Vineyard working boat-distinguish the WASQUE 32. The sheerline is as graceful as one could want, the house lines in good proportion, the deck spaces ample and efficient for anging, line-handling, accommodating a daycruising crowd. This is an aesthetically pleasing boat, starting out with the plain grace of work-boat lines and finish with first quality teak trim and on deck with sturdy hardware. More than attractive, the WASQUE is as able as any working lobsterboat in the Northeast's tide rips and tall water-the full buoyant bow rises easily to head seas and displaces lumpy water without fuss: the long keel affords excellent control in following seas."
WASQUE is pronounced "Way-Squee". Named for Wasque Point on Martha's Vineyard.
Excluded From The Sale
- Teak Cockpit Backrest
- Artwork in Cabin
Listing MLS by Yachtr.com
Contact Us
Rudders & Moorings Yacht Sales
83 Windward Lane
Bristol RI 02809
Office: 855-AHOYMATE
Toll Free: 1-855-246-9628
Email: larryrutter@ruddersandmoorings.com
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