Engine
Perkins T6-354 Turbo
Total Power
165hp
Engine Hours
-
Class
Downeast
Length
32ft
Year
1977
Model
32
Capacity
-
Boat Details
Description
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.
Please see the full specs for additional information. On her mooring for the 2024 boating season and available for inspection.
Measurements
Speed & Distance
Cruising Speed:12kn
Max Speed:16kn
Dimensions
Nominal Length:32ft
Length Overall:32ft
Max Draft:3ft
Beam:9.75ft
Length at Waterline:30.33ft
Miscellaneous
Electrical Circuit:12v
Tanks
Fresh Water Tanks:40gal
Fuel Tanks:2 × 48gal
Holding Tanks:5gal
Accommodations
Heads:1
Propulsion
Engine Make:Perkins
Engine Model:T6-354 Turbo
Engine Year:1977
Total Power:165hp
Engine Type:inboard
Drive Type:direct
Fuel Type:diesel
Rope Cutter:
Propeller Type:4-blade
Propeller Material:bronze
More 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
Deck
Electronics
Wasque History
Excluded From The Sale
- Teak Cockpit Backrest
- Artwork in Cabin
Disclaimer
Location
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