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Grand Banks 32

£0 Sold / Unavailable
  • Boat REF#  ·  330340
  • LOA  ·  32'0"
  • Year  ·  1968
  • Construction  ·  Wood carvel
  • Underwater profile  ·  Full-displacement
  • Berths  ·  5
  • Engine  ·  1 x Diesel 120hp, Lehman 120 (1968)
  • Lying  ·  Seattle, WA USA - Shown by Appointment
Boatshed Seattle
Boatshed Seattle
Dave Carleson

The boat featured is not currently for sale by Boatshed. The boat information and images presented are part of Boatshed’s back catalogue of the 25,000+ boats we have listed in the last 20 years and appear here for general information and guidance purposes about Boatshed and our boat selling systems and services

Extra Details

Designer Kenneth Smith
Builder American Marine Limited
Lying Seattle, WA USA - Shown by Appointment
Fuel capacity 225.0 G Total - 3 Tanks
Water capacity 110.0 G Total - 1 Tanks
Holding tank capacity 18.0 G Total - 1 Tanks
Last survey 06/08/2021

Mechanical

Engine 1 x Diesel 120hp
Engine make and model Lehman 120 (1968)
Engine Hours engine1= 3750
Engine Cooled Indirect
Steering Wheel
Drive Shaft
Prop(s) Bronze, 3-Blade
Fuel consumption (approx) 3.0 G /hour At Cruising Speed
Cruising speed (approx) 6 knots
Max speed (approx) 7.5 knots

Mechanical: The engine hours are estimated.
Single Lehman 120 HP six cylinder diesel drives a bronze three bladed propellor on a 1 1/2" SS shaft through a Borg Warner Velvet Drive transmission with 2.10:1 reduction gear ratio.

Fuel Tanks:
One (1) steel tank, plus two (2) aluminum tanks - 225 gallons total fuel capacity.
6/21 West Coast Tank polished the fuel and inspected the steel tank and found it in good condition.

Electrical:
-2021 All of the wet acid batteries were replaced with AGM's. Two 4Ds for engine start and house, and two
each for the stern and bow thrusters
- Blue Seas Digital VSM systems monitor;
- Blue Seas P12 40 Amp battery charger;
- 55 Amp Alternator;
- 125V/30 Amp Smart Plug shore power inlet, 50' shore power cord;
- AC and DC Electrical Panels;
- Electro-Guard Electrolysis indicator

This vessel has been professionally maintained both mechanically and cosmetically by its last two owners.

Dimensions

LOA 32'0"
LWL 30'9"
Beam 11'6"
Draft Max 3'9"
Displacement 17,002.9lbs
Storage In water

Electrical Systems

12 volt battery, 110 shore power voltage, 4 batteries charged by: engine, shore power

Construction

Construction Wood carvel
Underwater profile Full-displacement
Finish Paint finish

Total LOA for moorage purposes 35'6"

Because of excellent materials and craftsmanship the Grand Banks wooden classic yachts have proven to be long-lived vessels. They are typically constructed of Philippine Mahogany on Yakal hardwood framing with bronze fasteners. The keel is 8 inch solid Philippine Mahogany timber. These kind of high quality materials in long dimensions are a rare find today in wooden boats and have survived the test of time.

The 2021 survey findings found this boat in sound condition as noted below:
"All underwater planks, seams and plugs are tight. No structural defects."
"1 3/4" mahogany transverse stringers. 3" longitudinal stringers. All in serviceable condition."
"No broken frames sighted where accessible."
"Bronze fasteners. Removed two (2) fasteners: #1 from starboard garboard plank; #2 is port side, one plank above garboard plank. Both from under the engine. Serviceable condition."

Bronze is used extensively in these early Grand Banks 32 wooden boats. This includes cast bronze stanchions, chocks and cleats, and other hardware.

Decks are laid teak over plywood and were found tight to sub-flooring. Only minor delamination was found in three small areas around deck plates in the cockpit.

The cabin superstructure is painted plywood and is in good condition per the survey:
"Plywood finished in white paint. Percussion sounded every 4" to 6" with a phenolic hammer. No delamination or structural defects. All windows and doors are structurally sound and appear water tight."

Waterline Boats / Boatshed does not independently verify capacities and measures, which are reported from seller-provided information and/or literature.

Accommodation

Total # of berths 5
No. of double berths 1
No. of single berths 3
Cabin(s) 1
Handbasin 1
Shower 1
Heads 1 heads (Vac flush)

With wide teak side decks and cockpit and high protected bulwarks with bronze stanchions the Grand Banks 32 is a classic sea boat.

From the aft cockpit enter the main salon through a teak sliding door. To starboard is a dinette that converts to a double berth. Opposite is a settee which also converts to a berth. Ample storage can be found beneath the settee and dinette seating as well as in drawers forward to starboard. A teak parquet floor and all wood is finished in satin varnish or white painted bulkheads. All interior cushions are tan vinyl and in good condition.

Moving forward to starboard is the lower helm. This features a classic spoked wooden wheel, engine controls and instrumentation, radios and navigation electronics. Large windows provide excellent visibility all around the salon. Sliding windows and a centerline forward window open for ventilation.

Opposite the helm to port is the galley. This features a Corian molded countertop with sink. A hinged panel lifts up to reveal the three burner propane cooktop. This appliance does not have an attached oven. A microwave oven and coffeemaker are aboard. Refrigeration is in a classic teak cabinet structure in the galley cabinetry.

Forward and down steps is a private cabin with convertible v-berth, marine toilet compartment, and ample storage in drawers and lockers. Surfaces are teak and holly flooring, teak trim, and white painted bulkheads and paneling. The marine toilet compartment on these boats is very roomy and features a large mirror, handheld shower wand, and a teak grate over the flooring. The shower drains to a dedicated pump for discharge.

Equipment and Features:
- Salon table converts to a berth
- Salon Settee converts to a berth
- Raritan 6 Gallon Hot Water Heater with engine heat exchanger
- Vacuflush marine toilet
- Hand-held shower in marine head compartment

3 burner gas cooker/stove

Accommodation

Cooker/stove
Sink
Refrigerator
Curtains
Pressurised water system
Hot water system
Microwave

With wide teak side decks and cockpit and high protected bulwarks with bronze stanchions the Grand Banks 32 is a classic sea boat.

From the aft cockpit enter the main salon through a teak sliding door. To starboard is a dinette that converts to a double berth. Opposite is a settee which also converts to a berth. Ample storage can be found beneath the settee and dinette seating as well as in drawers forward to starboard. A teak parquet floor and all wood is finished in satin varnish or white painted bulkheads. All interior cushions are tan vinyl and in good condition.

Moving forward to starboard is the lower helm. This features a classic spoked wooden wheel, engine controls and instrumentation, radios and navigation electronics. Large windows provide excellent visibility all around the salon. Sliding windows and a centerline forward window open for ventilation.

Opposite the helm to port is the galley. This features a Corian molded countertop with sink. A hinged panel lifts up to reveal the three burner propane cooktop. This appliance does not have an attached oven. A microwave oven and coffeemaker are aboard. Refrigeration is in a classic teak cabinet structure in the galley cabinetry.

Forward and down steps is a private cabin with convertible v-berth, marine toilet compartment, and ample storage in drawers and lockers. Surfaces are teak and holly flooring, teak trim, and white painted bulkheads and paneling. The marine toilet compartment on these boats is very roomy and features a large mirror, handheld shower wand, and a teak grate over the flooring. The shower drains to a dedicated pump for discharge.

Equipment and Features:
- Salon table converts to a berth
- Salon Settee converts to a berth
- Raritan 6 Gallon Hot Water Heater with engine heat exchanger
- Vacuflush marine toilet
- Hand-held shower in marine head compartment

3 burner gas cooker/stove

Deck Gear

Cockpit cover
Warps
Fenders
Boathook
Swim Platform
Bimini
Stern Thruster
Bow Thruster

Electric Powerwinch windlass
1 anchors
(CQR 35#)
35 lb CQR with 5/16" G4 (high tensile) chain and 5/8" 3-strand nylon rode.
Unknown lengths of chain and rode.
PowerWinch electric windlass with up/down footswitches.

Nav Equipment

Compass
VHF
GPS
Chart plotter
Autopilot
Stereo
Clock
Barometer
Echo sounder

Basic electronics include:

- Raymarine 9" Chart Plotter (with cables to bracket on flybridge for upper helm use);
- Standard Horizon Intrepid VHF with Ram Mic;
- Raymarine ST8002 Autopliot;
- Raymarine ST60+ Rudder Angle Indicator;
- Standard Horizon Depth Sunder;
- Two (2) Ritchie 4" Compasses

Safety Equipment

Life jackets
Horn
Emergency steering

2 bilge pumps (0 manual / 2 Electric)

Two (2) Rule 2000 submersible bilge pumps with float switches

Broker's Comments

A true wooden boat classic, our Grand Banks 32 is solid and sound, with the addition of bow and stern thrusters! As noted in the Power Boat Guide the model is a favorite among mariners:

"Known for her beauty and practicality, the Grand Banks 32 is one of the best-selling small trawlers ever produced. A total of 861 were built during her production years, and used models are always in demand. (Note that she was built of wood until 1973.) With her classic trawler profile, solid construction, and single stateroom teak interior, the 32 Sedan is a head-turner wherever she goes."

This classic wooden boat is structurally sound per recent survey.

External Bow and Stern Thrusters have been added to make maneuvering a breeze when docking or managing the boat in tight spaces.

Moorage is transferrable in an ideal Seattle location in a covered slip in a prime Ballard location that has a famous popular restaurant on site.

These boat details are subject to contract.
Note: Offers on the asking price may be considered.

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