30 ft | 1983 | Catalina - 30 Tall Rig

Price: $17500.00 USD

Groton, CT US


This is a preliminary listing.  More photos to come.


This 1983 Catalina 30 is a fantastic example of one of the most popular cruising sailboats ever built. Well-equipped and carefully maintained, she’s ready to sail with many recent upgrades and thoughtful touches that make her stand out from the fleet.

Powered by a reliable Universal M25 diesel engine with only ~700 hours, this vessel has received excellent mechanical care:

  • New exhaust riser (2020)

  • New fresh water coolant pump and thermostat (2024)

  • Rebuilt alternator and new belt (2024)

  • Oil and fuel filters changed annually

Comfort and functionality on deck include:

  • Brand new Sunbrella/Strataglass dodger and helm cover (2024)

  • Vinyl cockpit cushions

  • Self-tailing winches

  • Lifesling overboard rescue system

  • New dock lines (2025) and mainsheet (2025)

Sailing performance and rigging are strong:

  • Rolly Tasker 110% furling Genoa (under 4 years old)

  • Serviceable mainsail and a spinnaker with whisker pole

  • Mack Pack with lazy jacks

  • Furlex furler

  • Standing rigging inspected and in good condition with no known issues

Below deck, you’ll find a clean and cozy interior:

  • Newer Jabsco head (2021)

  • Cabin upholstery updated in the early 2000s

  • Two new LED cabin lights installed, with additional fixtures included

  • New battery charger (2024) and two recent marine-grade batteries

  • B&G Vulcan 7 chartplotter for confident navigation

Additional gear includes a professionally applied bottom paint (2025) with long-lasting antifouling, a window resealing kit from Catalina Direct, and a solid bottom, fin keel, and rudder with no signs of the infamous "Catalina smile."

This Catalina 30 is turn-key and ready to sail. Whether you’re weekend cruising or planning extended trips, she offers a reliable platform with timeless design and modern upgrades.

Don't miss this well-cared-for classic—schedule a showing today!





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.



Link:

Boat ID:9864090

Sales Rep

Keith Chmura
Keith Chmura
Yachts New England
Groton, CT
keith@yachtsnewengland.com
860-303-7971


Specifications

  • Number Of Engines: 1
  • Make: Catalina
  • Year: 1983
  • Model: 30 Tall Rig
  • Category: Sail
  • Boat Class: Sail
  • Beam Measure: 10.67 ft
  • Total Engine Power Quantity: 25 hp
  • Drive Type Code: Direct
  • Number of Heads: 1
  • Boat Hull Material Code: Fiberglass
  • Nominal Length: 30 ft
  • Length Overall: 30 ft


Engine(s)

  • Engine Make: Universal
  • Engine Model: M25
  • Engine Fuel: diesel
  • Engine Power: 25|horsepower
  • Engine Type: Inboard
  • Engine Year: 1983
  • Engine Hours: 700


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