1992 Catalina 36 MK I – “High Point”

Location: Vancouver Island

 

***FINANCING AVAILABLE***

 

The Perfect Blend of Comfort, Performance, and Practical Cruising

“High Point” is a beautifully maintained Catalina 36 MK I – a proven favorite among Pacific Northwest cruisers for her smart design, forgiving handling, and spacious accommodations. With two private cabins, a convertible salon, generous storage, and full cruising gear, she’s turnkey ready for new adventures.

 

From her large, comfortable cockpit to her warm, inviting interior, this vessel checks all the boxes for weekend getaways, extended coastal cruises, or liveaboard life.

 

Highlights

   •          Meticulously maintained – admired by dockside visitors for her     condition and cleanliness.

   •          Two private cabins + convertible salon – sleeps up to 7.

   •          Spacious cockpit with walkthrough transom, dodger, and bimini.

   •          Dependable Universal M35 diesel (30hp, ~2300 hours).

   •          Comprehensive cruising package – windlass, full galley, solar, inverter, and dinghy included.

   •          Recent upgrades – solar, batteries, wiring, and more.

 

Interior Comfort & Layout - Step below and you’ll be welcomed by warm varnished teak, soft blue upholstery, and a gleaming teak & holly sole. The layout features:

   •          Forward cabin with V-berth, storage, and hatch for ventilation.

   •          Spacious head with shower and teak grate flooring.

   •          Salon with U-shaped dinette (converts to double berth) and starboard-side settee/games table.

   •          Aft cabin with large double berth (can be split for kids), hanging locker, and privacy curtain.

   •          Dedicated nav station with swivel seat, chart table, and electronics.

   •          Large U-shaped galley ideal for cooking underway or at anchor.

 

Galley Features

   •          Hillerange 2-burner gimbaled propane stove/oven

   •          Dual stainless sinks with pressurized hot/cold water

   •          Top-loading icebox with Adler-Barbour 12V refrigeration

   •          New Whale foot and drain pumps (2021)

   •          Extensive cabinetry and countertop space

 

Mechanical & Electrical

   •          Universal M35 diesel – 30hp, freshwater cooled

   •          4x6V house batteries & 1x dedicated start battery (2022)

   •          Heart Interface inverter/charger + energy management

   •          Updated AC panel and GFCI outlets (2021)

   •          Victron 100W solar with Bluetooth monitoring

   •          30A shore power with galvanic isolator

 

Electronics & Navigation

   •          Raymarine ST60 instruments (depth, wind, speed)

   •          Garmin GPS 128 & Fusion stereo system (2024)

   •          Autohelm ST4000 autopilot (service recommended)

   •          Icom VHF, Ritchie compass, brass clock/barometer

 

Rigging & Sails

   •          Schaefer furling system with 150% genoa

   •          Dutchman flaking system with 2024 topping lift

   •          Inboard genoa tracks, solid boom vang, traveler

   •          2x #46 and 2x #30 Lewmar self-tailing winches

 

Additional Gear & Features

   •          9ft Oceanair RIB w/ Suzuki 2.5hp outboard

   •          Maxwell windlass, 15kg Bruce anchor (300’ rode)

   •          Transom shower, folding swim ladder, cockpit table

   •          Dodger, bimini (stored indoors), helm cover – all in matching blue Sunbrella

   •          New salon dorades, winter cover, safety gear included

 

Construction & Specs

   •          Solid fiberglass hull, balsa-cored deck, bonded grid system

   •          Displacement: 13,500 lbs | Ballast: 6,000 lbs (lead)

   •          LOA: 36’ | Beam: 11’11” | Draft: 5’10” | Headroom: 6’5”

   •          Fuel: 32 gal | Fresh Water: 57 gal | Holding: 21 gal

 

Why “High Point”?

 

This is not your average Catalina 36. From her meticulously maintained systems to thoughtful upgrades, “High Point” is an exceptional example of this beloved design. Whether you’re new to cruising or ready to upgrade to a reliable and proven vessel, she offers unbeatable value and peace of mind.

 

Don’t miss this opportunity to own one of the most sought-after cruisers in the Pacific Northwest.

 

Please contact Rick Pancham at 604-649-9084