Westerly Tempest 31

ALL HEADLININGS JUST RENEWED!
£23,995.00 (Approx US$30,770)
  • Boat REF#  ·  331036
  • Length  ·  30'7"
  • Year  ·  1989
  • Construction  ·  GRP
  • Underwater profile  ·  Bilge
  • Sleeping berths  ·  6
  • Engine  ·  1 x diesel 18hp, Volvo Penta 2002 (1989)
  • Lying  ·  Plymouth Area
Boatshed Plymouth
Boatshed Plymouth
Jason Currie-Smith

Extra Details

Designer Ed Dubois
Builder Westerly Marine Ltd
Lying Plymouth Area
Fuel capacity 15.4 USG Total - 1 Tanks
Water capacity 39.6 USG Total - 2 Tanks

Mechanical

Engine 1 x diesel 18hp
Engine make and model Volvo Penta 2002 (1989)
Engine Hours Not Recorded
Engine Cooled Indirect
Steering tiller
Drive shaft
Prop(s) Fixed (Rope Cutters)
Fuel consumption (approx) Not Recorded
Cruising speed (approx) 5.5 knots
Max speed (approx) 6 knots

Dimensions

Length 30'7"
LWL 24'6"
Beam 10'11"
Draft Min 3'9"
Draft Max 3'9"
Displacement 9,040.5lbs
Storage Ashore

Rig

Sloop rigged Selden Aluminium spars (1989) with Stainless Steel standing rigging (2016)

Sails

Reefing mainsail Sanders - Inmast ()
Headsail Sanders - Furling ()
Other sails Spinnaker ()

Electrical Systems

12 volt battery, 240 shore power voltage, 2 batteries charged by: engine, solar panels, shore power

Construction

Construction GRP
Underwater profile Bilge
Finish Gelcoat finish

Accommodation

Total # of berths 6
No. of double berths 2
No. of single berths 2
Cabin(s) 2
Sink 1
Shower 1

2 burner propane Stove

Accommodation

Stove
Broiler
Oven
Sink
Cooler
Carpet
Drapes
Cabin heating
Pressurised water system
Hot water system

2 burner propane Stove

Deck Gear

Sprayhood
Spray dodgers
Rode
Fenders
Boathook
Swim Ladder
Instrument Covers

2 halyard winches
2 sheet winches
Manual Lofrans windlass
2 anchors
(CQR & Fishermans)
65'7" of chain
O2Lite dinghy (2017)
(Inflatable)
2hp outboard, Yamaha ()

Nav Equipment

Compass
Speed
Log
Wind
VHF
VHF DSC radio
GPS
Autopilot
Stereo
Clock
Barometer
Navigation lights
Radar Reflector

Safety Equipment

Fume detector
Carbon Monoxide detector
Life jackets
Life buoys
Safety harnesses
Horn

1 bilge pumps (1 manual / 0 electric)

Broker's Comments

Westerly Yachts had a reputation for designing and building strong sea-kindly yachts.  

This Westerly Tempest is no exception. It is clear from the moment you step aboard that she appears to be a well cared for yacht by the current and previous owners.

The Tempest is one of the later generation Westerly's designed by Ed Dubois, with a modern hull design with two double aft cabins. These yachts were also reported to have a higher-quality interior finish than most of the earlier Westerly's. As with two aft double cabins, there was no need for a fore-cabin, the forward part was split into an excellent full-width heads, and a large sail/gear locker with access from both heads and deck. This was called the "Original Option" for the Tempest design.

This is also the bilge keel model of the Tempest which is highly sought-after as the production run of this Westerly was reported as lower than the fin keel model. The bilge keel option had twin, well-angled and efficient keels with bulbs at the base to keep the centre of gravity low, as well as slightly more keel weight than the fin keel versions.

Her spacious cockpit offers ample room for a family but is equally suitable for single-handed sailing for which she has been thoughtfully set up with all control lines led aft. She has a good selection of navigation and sailing instruments onboard as well as an auto tiller.

She is extremely well equipped throughout and below deck her internal furniture, upholstery all appear to be in good condition.

Both rear cabin headlinings were renewed in 2023, and the owner has just had the rest of the boats headlining professionally replaced.

I think this is a cracking mid-sized cruiser and whether you are looking for a safe, sturdy family cruiser or a yacht suitable for shorthanded cruising, this Westerly Tempest has to be worthy of consideration, furthermore she has all her original documentation including VAT receipt and builders certificate, unusual for a boat of this age.

Please don't hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or would like to arrange a viewing.

The following is a direct quote from the owner as he wanted to ensure this important information was detailed;

"This boat has been wintered ashore every year with oil and filter changed. The fuel filter has been changed every 2 years. A new shaft seal was fitted in 2016. These seals are good for 1500 hours and engine hours are about 500 since then. The seal must be "burped" on first returning to the water! The hull was epoxied in 2003 as an osmosis preventative. The 4 winches were stripped down, cleaned and greased in 2020. The blue paintwork and decal were also redone at the same time. The boat has been used mostly for day sails, but also occasional trips along the south coast and has never been taken out in anything above force 5. She is a comfortable, safe and easy boat to sail."

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

Owners FAQ's

How long have you owned the boat for?

8 years.

Why are you selling her?

Failing Health.

Where have you sailed her?

South Coast UK.

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