1985 Baba 35' (10.67 m) 35
Bayfield, Wisconsin, United States
Shire
The Baba 35 designed by Robert H. Perry is a highly regarded bluewater cruiser. This full keel, doubler ender that's cutter rigged and of robust construction will take you far in comfort and security. Shire has been well cared for and has only been used here seasonally on the fresh clear waters of Lake Superior.
- Cruisers / Cutter
- Sail
- Used
- Diesel
- Fiberglass Hull
- HIN/IMO: TSQ35118F585
Description
The Baba 35 built by Ta-Shing Yacht Yard and designed by Robert H. Perry is a highly regarded bluewater cruiser. This full keel, doubler ender that's cutter rigged and of robust construction will take you far in comfort and security. Shire has been well cared for and has only been used here seasonally on the fresh clear waters of Lake Superior. Let your wanderlust and Shire take you there.
Northstar Yacht Sales is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Superior Charters & Yacht Sales. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a particular vessel
Specifications
HIN/IMO: TSQ35118F585
Official Number: 695846
In Stock: Yes
LOA: 34' 10'' (10.62 Meters)
Type: Sail- Used
Year: 1985
Beam: 11' 2''
LWL: 29' 6''
Draft Max: 5' 6''
Draft Min: 5' 6''
Cabins: 1
Sleeps: 6
Single Berths: 3
Double Berths: 2
Head Room: 6' 6''
Fuel Type: Diesel
Hull Material: Fiberglass
Hull Finish: Gel-Coat
Hull Shape: Monohull
Fuel Tank: 75 Gallons (283.91 Liters)
Fresh Water: 100 Gallons (378.54 Liters)
Holding Tank: 35 Gallons (132.49 Liters)
Displacement: 21200 lbs
Ballast Weight: 9400 lbs
Designer: Robert Perry
Builder: Ta-Shing
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Engines
Engine 1
- Engine Make: Universal
- Engine Model: M40
- Engine Year: 1985
- Engine Type: Inboard
- Drive Type: Direct
- Power HP: 32.00
- Power KW: 23.86
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Hours: 260.00
- Hours Date: 07-15-2024
- Engine Location: Middle
Full Details
Additional Details & Equipment
- Exterior teak decks and trim are in well cared for condition.
- Universal M40 diesel with remanufactured Kubota engine block R&Rin 2020 with only 260 hrs. on it (as of 7/15/24)
- Engine transmission replaced in 2020
- Engine starter motor replaced in 2020
- VARIPROP 3 Blade feathering propeller
- Electric anchor windlass
- 3 Anchors on board including Vulcan 44lb anchor on bow roller plus spare Fortress, & Delta anchors
- Dodger, Bimini & Joiner Canvas, navy blue
- Teak handrail covers, navy blue
- Teak Cockpit Table, navy blue
- Helm Cover, navy blue
- Ship Shape Custom Fitted Winter Cover
- Steel Storage Cradle (2003)
- 5 Docklines & 4 Fenders
- 3 Group 31 AGM house Batteries (new 2023)
- 1 Group 31 AGM starting battery (new 2024)
- Xantrex 20 Amp battery charger with battery monitor
- Kenwood KDC-BT558U CD player, AM/FM radio, Sirius XM ready, Bluetooth, Ipod, Aux, jack
- Very well insulated top load Icebox
- Hot & cold Pressure Water System
- 6 gal. water heater with120V elec. heating element + engine hot water loop.
- 12 Bronze opening ports w-screens
- Custom teak and holly salon table extension
Accomodations
As you descend the companionway you will find a u-shaped galley very well suited for use and food prep while at sea. Shire has sleeping accommodations for up to six adults. A large quarter berth is to starboard, advancing into the salon is a port settee that also serves as a single berth and to starboard is the L-shaped salon seating with dinette that can either be used as a single berth or by lowering the table as a double berth. Moving forward you will find to starboard the enclosed "wet" head and then the private stateroom with a spacious double v-berth. Shire has a large amount of storage in numerous compartments, hanging lockers, and drawers.
Sails & Sail Handling
- Cutter Rig
- UK Mainsail with partial battens (6 years old)
- UK Yankee Jib with high cut clew
- UK Staysail (6 years old)
- 2 Lewmar #43 Self-Tailing Jib Sheet Winches
- 2 Lewmar non-self-tailing winch on cabin top beside companionway
- 1 Lewmar self-tailing winch on cabin top beside companionway
- 1 Lewmar winch on boom
- 1 lewmar winch on starboard side of the mast
- Harken headsail furler for the yankee Jib (new 2024)
- ProFurl furler for staysail
- 4 Halyards
- Backstay adjuster
Electronics
- Garmin GPSmap 743 chartplotter at helm
- Datamarine Corinthian Knotmeter
- Datamarine Corinthian Depthmeter
- Datamarine Corinthian Windpoint/Windspeed
- Raymarine R320 chartplotter at nav station
- Raymarine 4000 Autohelm Wheelpilot
- Furuno radar on stern mounted pole and display on swing arm
- Icom IC-520A VHF radio with digital selective calling
- RAM Mic VHF radio by helm
Mechanical Disclaimer
Engine and generator hours are as of the date of the original listing and are a representation of what the listing broker is told by the owner and/or actual reading of the engine hour meters. The broker cannot guarantee the true hours. It is the responsibility of the purchaser and/or his agent to verify engine hours, warranties implied or otherwise and major overhauls as well as all other representations noted on the listing brochure.
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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