Charlie Morgan wrote:
I'm interested in opinions on Westsail 32's in general. The one I'm considering
is factory finished with the dinette layout. It has been constantly maintained
and upgraded since new, so condition is not a big worry. This is not a bargin
priced derelict. Of course I'll have a survey done if things progress that far.

This one was made without teak decks, which to me, is a major plus. Low hours on
the Yanmar. I'm more interested in hearing about how the boat sails and what it
is like to spend long periods aboard. I already like the looks and the size,
although I've also considered some larger boats. The boat would be used
initially for frequent daysails (often single handed) long weekends, and cruises
of a week or two at most. In a few years, we'd be on the boat for six or more
months at a time. Once we transition to the longer term situation, we might even
consider leaving it somewhere nice like the Med, and flying to the boat. I've
long admired these boats, but I've never spent more than an afternoon on one.

CWM
I lived aboard a W32 for six years. They sail slowly, need a lot of wind
for a little movement and won't point up worth a damn. OTOH, they are
very roomy for the length, well made, and sea kindly.

The downside today is that they are a bit small for the junk folks want
today such as refrigeration, air conditioning, etc.

If you wish more, feel free to write me.

-paul