Islander 36 Association
Buy / Sell Page
Islander 36 Prices

This page has been established as a posting place for those interested in buying or selling an Islander 36 or other boats included in the Association.

We are occasionally asked about Islander prices. Prices vary a lot. There was an '83 or '84 asking $60,000, an '81 was listed for $49,500, though we've heard of hulls needing a lot of work for around $30,000 or even less. One boat that had been purchased after being underwater for a while went for $4,000 and one on the hard in Spain for a year went for $10,000.

Several have had complete make overs for $20,000 and up. So, people are willing to invest a good deal in Islanders. A typical survey replacement value new would be in the neighborhood of $125,000.

A lot depends on the year and the condition of the boat. A smart buyer will insist on a marine survey. If you haven't had one in a while, you might get one and that will help you a lot in knowing the relative condition and value of your boat. Gas vs diesel is not usually a major factor in pricing. The condition of the sails is probably more important than the number -- a boat in top racing condition would generally have a higher price, but there are also probably fewer buyers looking at Islanders as racing boats than cruising boats.

Our ground rules for this page are simple. All parties must provide their name and e-mail address, phone contact is highly encouraged. Sellers must be Association members, describe the boat, it's general condition, and location. We will post the listing, including the date of posting, and remove the listing in 3 months or if the transaction closes.

To post a listing email
Webmaster Rick Van Mell.










Buyers Looking for Boats or Equipment:

Wanted: Islander 36 #1 155% race Genoa

Hello,

I'm seeking an Islander 36 #1 155% race Genoa, they plug into my Pearson 34 perfectly and looking for another sail to try and race with. Last one was great until it imploded.

Greg Dair
San pedro CA
310 683 9618

greg@fluid-dynamics.design


5/8/25

Wanted: Heavy, 1.5 oz, Spinnaker in good condition.

Tom and I are still wanting to replace the 1.5 oz spinnaker that blew up on the way to Vallejo.
We have repair estimates for the sail, but at 20 years old, it is better we find a sail a bit younger from another Islander 36 owner if one is available.

Thanks,

Richard Shoenhair
rshoenhair@gmail.com
408 674-0792

5/26/24


Boats for Sale:

1978 Islander 36 Captain Hooke For Sale

CAPTAIN HOOKE stands out as a beautifully maintained example of the Islander 36.

The current owner has invested thoughtfully in both preservation and upgrades. From her recently refinished mast and standing rigging to her newer main and roller furling jib, this vessel is turn-key ready for her next adventure.

Inflatable tender is included.

See pictures and contact info below to schedule a viewing at Richmond Yacht Club.



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A great shot during the Nationals we won
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Cockpit
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Companionway
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Dinghy on Bow
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Dinghy
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The boat is available for viewing at Richmond Yacht Club.

Currently asking $24,850

Contact Chris Warden, Rubicon Yachts
510-846-5686
Email: chriswarden@rubiconyachts.com


11/5/25


Islander 36 Pacific Dawn For Sale

Pacific Dawn is a meticulously maintained '72 Islander 36 with many high ticket generational repairs completed. She's ready to cruise or race on the Puget Sound and beyond. I just went through the boat from keel to masthead to get her ready to sail home to San Francisco, but money and girlfriend's patience ran out, and I have to let her go.

I am the 3rd owner. Based on the records, all 3 of us in turn have loved and babied this boat and kept up with maintenance, kept work logs and receipts for all the work performed. I myself am an ABYC certified marine systems tech, diesel mechanic and electrician.

The boat is available for viewing on the hard in Port Townsend, WA. I would consider trading for a diesel truck, sprinter van, work truck, camper van. Other trades considered. Survey available by request.

SYSTEMS:
- Yanmar 3GM30F with only 400hrs, just fully serviced.
- Keel bolts have been replaced, welded and encapsulated.
- New cutless bearing, packing gland, stuffing box, shaft straightened, motor realigned.
- New rudder gudgeon bolts in 2017
- 640Ah LiFePo4 Lithium battery house bank just installed
- New Victron battery electronics including Smartshunt and Orion XS 50A DC to DC charger for charging lithium bank from alternator (which I had bench tested)
- 3 anchors and sets of rode - best bower is a Rocna 15kg main with 100ft of 3/8 chain and 500ft of 5/8 rode.
- Sampson manual windlass, bowroller
- Force 10 propane 3 burner stove (gimballed, with oven)
- Walker Bay 8ft dinghy with mast and crisp sail, oars, outboard mount (no outboard)
- Composting head
- Updated Hella navigation lights
- 2024 Garmin chartplotter on articulating arm (for cockpit or cabin use)
- Analog depth sounder, knot meter, twin 4" Danforth compasses
- All running rigging is in excellent to good condition.
- 100W flexible solar panel for keeping the batteries topped up.
- Noco Genius battery charger for lead start bank
- Victron Bluesmart battery charger for the lithium house bank.
- New fresh water plumbing
- Fresh bottom paint last week
- Main winches just serviced

RIG:
- Mast restepped with new standing rig and chainplates in 2017
- New Selden boom and vang/kicker in 2017
- Large sail inventory including a new full batten main, 135% furling genoa and furling jib from Ullman sails
- Tidesmarine mainsail track
- 2 symmetrical spinnakers - 0.75oz and 1.5oz
- Roller furler, wheel backstay adjuster

INTERIOR:
- Beautifully maintained oiled teak interior with all new overhead
- Resealed windows
- All new cabin lights.
- Cole woodburner with circulation fan
- 6ft standing headroom throughout the cabin. Salon table completely stows away for an open, spacious layout. Cushions in great condition.
- Upgraded dorade boxes for cabin and head ventilation

SAFETY GEAR
- EPIRB with fresh batteries
- ACR ditch bag
- Life sling

LASTLY
- Coast Guard documented vessel
- All service records and receipts dating back to the original owner are on the boat and available for viewing.
- I know this boat really well and understand all the systems. Do not hesitate to ask me questions.



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Pacific Dawn
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The boat is available for viewing on the hard in Port Townsend, WA. I would consider trading for a diesel truck, sprinter van, work truck, camper van. Other trades considered. Survey available by request.

Asking: $17,500

Contact Simon Lion
Or email: simonlion@protonmail.com


9/18/25


Islander 36 Tenacious For Sale

The Islander 36 is one of Alan Gurney's most successful designs and SF Bay's best sailing boats. Islander's love the high wind and its classic design is perfect for coastal and bay sailing. This boat has a cruiser/racer design offering a great combination for both comfort and performance. As a cruiser, this boat has an open galley, a dining table to seat 6 or fold away, allowing for an open entertainment area. Tenacious can sleep up to 6, has 1 head with a sink and plenty of room for storage. Skeg hung rudder makes for a good turn of speed. Many Islanders have circumnavigated, and their solid construction has proven to provide this beauty with an excellent cruising platform.

Tenacious has been well maintained and includes many upgrades:
- Rod Rigging , Hydraulic Vang
- New NorthSail Full Batten Main, New Hood Furling Reefing Jib
- 2 Spinnakers and 3 sizes of racing Genoa's
- Oversized Winches
- Professionally rewired added New Battery Charger/Inverter in 2020
- GPS speed/bearing instruments
- Teak sole.

- $30k IN NEW UPGRADES and yearly maintenance (boatyard receipts available) in past 4 years since purchased from Kris Youngberg and his father who raced her for >30 years:
o New hot water system, Frig, prop & bilge pumps
o New lines, restitching of primary rolling jib and added 2nd reef to main sail
o Total recoated below waterline in 2020 and 2022 and full buff out above waterline
o 2023 engine refurbishment, all new engine gauges, hoses, and belt
o Repairs to canvas sail, winch and teak wood coverings

Tenatious 10-28-24 (70K)

Asking: $34,000

Contact Scott S. Darling 415-816-9626
Or email: Scott.Darling@jll.com


10/28/24


1972 Islander 36 Induna Needs a New Home

Induna is part way through a refit, lying in Powell River, BC.
Keel was removed and reinstalled by Don Huseman of Keel Boat Inspection and Repair, California. Several bolts were replaced.

Engine: Yanmar 3HM35F with a reported less than 50 hrs.
Sails: Ok with a 110% Genoa that has never been used.
Compass: Ritchie binnacle (rebuilt)
Wheel steering
12 volt windlass with chain and gypsy (has been rebuilt)

A lot of work has been done and there is a lot more still to do, I have too much on my plate and I am getting too old.

Asking: Interested? Contact Clive

Clive Openshaw
openshaw@island.net
or (604) 487-1810

11/20/23



1973 Islander 36 Flying Dogs for Sale

After 30 plus years of sailing we are selling our dual citizenship 1972 Islander 36 "Flying Dogs".

Currently moored in George Town, Bahamas. She is a registered Bahamian vessel, all duties paid, as well as a US documented vessel.

She is a well equipped cutter rigged Islander with all new sails including a never used Drifter.

600 watts of solar with top of the line controller and inverter which runs frig and freezer.

Inboard Yanmar 27hp diesel with compression release.

Comes with hard bottom AB dinghy and 1 year old 15hp Yanmar outboard.

Private mooring is $350 per month.

Flying Dogs 6x4 (89K)

Asking: $12,000

Daren Tackis
2saltydogs@gmail.com

1/19/24



Sails and Parts for Sale:

Monitor Wind Vane Self Steering

Used Monitor Self Steering Windvane

Almost looks like new. Lightly used. No dings, dents or rust. Comes with wheel steering attachment.

One of the top rated self steering systems. Complete with all parts. There is another set of upper arms for an unknown model also. If these don't work for you, you can order something specific for your model of boat. If you are outfitting your boat for offshore sailing, some kind of self steering equipment is pretty much mandatory.

My own plans have changed and I won't be needing this. These are over $5000 new.

Can ship to you if you pay the shipping from Missouri.



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Asking: $2,500



Wayne Branner
wbranner1123@gmail.com


1/9/26


Wanted to Buy: Dodger

I am looking for a dodger, cover and frame, for my I-36. Prefer to buy both parts together, but if you have one or the other you'd like to sell let me know what you've got. I am in the SF Bay Area.

Michael Doran
katapultmike@gmail.com
(415) 806-4760


2/10/24


Tenacious Sails

I am selling three Islander36 sails.

1) NorthSail Dacron main with one season on it, full batten, reffing, cunningham, leach trim. Paid $3400. asking $2200.



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Main 1

Main by North Sails
Thank you,

Kris Youngberg
kris.youngberg@gmail.com

1/19/24


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