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1961 Rhodes Swiftsure

Westport Point, Massachusetts

$14,500

This classic Rhodes Swiftsure Class #43 C/B auxiliary was designed during 1958 and was the only centerboard racer/cruiser Rhodes designed out of fiberglass. There were approximately 150 of the boats built. Stardust was built at the famous DeVries yard in Holland. There were two Swiftsure designs, the original "Swiftsure" (which Stardust is) and the "Commodore Swiftsure". Same hull design, deck layout and sail plan. The Swiftsure has a permanent drop-leaf table, bronze deck fittings and Honduras mahogany interior trim.
Star Dust is in great condition and has been well maintained for many years. Her Westerbeke auxiliary diesel, installed in 1993, has very low hours and is in excellent condition. If you are a purist at heart, Star Dust is not much different today than when she was built. A few electronic conveniences and a holding tank are about all the changes you will find. Her varnish has been nicely maintained and upgrades have been made when and where needed. Not to mention, she is a exceptionally fine sailing vessel. This is the only Swiftsure I know of for sale in New England. 

Call today to schedule a time to take a look. 

Disclaimer

Great Southern Yacht Company is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Tripp Marine Group.

Basic Boat Info

Boat Name: Stardust
Make: Rhodes
Model: Swiftsure
Year: 1961
Condition: Used
Category: Sail
Construction: Fiberglass
Keel Type: Centerboard

Dimensions

Length: 33 ft / 10.06 m
Length Overall: 33'8 ft / 10.26 m
Waterline Length: 22'9 ft / 6.93 m
Beam: 10 ft / 3.05 m
Max Draft: 6'6 ft / 1.98 m
Min Draft: 3.5 ft
Displacement: 11,500 lb
Ballast: 3,400 lb
Electrical Circuit: 12 V
Cabins Count: 2

Engines / Speed

Engines: 1
  • Make: Westerbeke
  • Model: 30B3
  • Drive Type: Direct
  • Fuel: Diesel
  • Engine Power: 30hp
  • Type: Inboard
  • Propeller Type: 3 Blade, Bronze
  • Year: 1992
  • Engine Hours: 450

Tanks

Fuel Tanks: 1
Fuel Tank Capacity: 28 gal
Water Tanks: 1
Water Tank Capacity: 60 gal

Other

Heads Count: 1
Drive Type: Direct
Boat Class: Sloop

Additional Information
  • All original Merriman bronze hardware
  • Mast mounted winches (3)
  • Jib sheet winches
  • Centerboard winch
  • New C/B pennant - 2002
  • Bronze tiller brake and clamp
  • Boom roller reefing
  • Bronze screens for portholes
  • Dickerson Newport cabin heater
  • Edson 30 gpm bronze emergency pump
  • Spinnaker pole
  • Boat hook
  • Mooring bridle - 5/8" x 20'
  • Stern mount BBQ
  • Assorted docklines, fenders, lifejackets
Electrical
  • 2-12 volt batteries
  • Shore power w/ cord
  • Battery Charger
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.

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