Description

1988 Hunter Legend 37 | Spacious Cruiser with Strong Bones – Priced for Refit Potential

This 1988 Hunter Legend 37 presents a rare chance to own a well-proportioned performance cruiser with proven design pedigree. Designed by Warren Luhrs, she features a fractional sloop rig and wing keel—offering both sailing agility and shallow-water access. While she does require a full cosmetic and systems refit, her solid fiberglass hull and integral grid structure provide an excellent foundation for restoration.

Below deck, the interior layout is surprisingly generous for her class. A true aft master cabin boasts a centreline queen berth—an uncommon luxury—while the forward double cabin and convertible saloon allow for up to six berths. The saloon enjoys 6'3" headroom and natural light, creating an open and welcoming space for onboard living or entertaining. The galley is well-equipped with an oven, grill, and ample storage, complemented by a dual-access head with shower—ideal for future liveaboard or coastal cruising use.

Powered by a reliable 34 hp Yanmar diesel engine with low hours (approx. 1,324), she also features an electric anchor windlass, full suite of winches, and a 180W solar panel setup.

Now priced attractively to reflect her current condition, this Hunter Legend 37 is the perfect opportunity for a hands-on sailor or project enthusiast ready to bring her back to full cruising glory.

Specifications

Accommodation

Sleeps up to 6: 2 in forward cabin, 2 in aft cabin, 2 in convertible saloon
Spacious aft master cabin with centreline double berth and hanging locker
Forward guest cabin with double V-berth and vanity unit with stainless steel sink to starboard
Walkthrough saloon featuring a centreline folding dining table
Settees to port and starboard convert to single berths
Generous standing headroom throughout (approx. 6 ft 3 in / 1.91 m)
Medium-tone light wood interior joinery with blue velour upholstery
Substantial navigation station to starboard with chart table and instrumentation
L-shaped galley to port with:
Vintage Spinflow cooker (2-burner hob, grill, and oven)
Stainless steel sink with manual or pressurised water (specify if known)
Ample countertop and storage space
Heads accessible from both aft cabin and saloon, equipped with:
Manual Marine toilet (WC)
Washbasin
Shower with sump drainage

Construction

White GRP hull
Internal structural grid bonded to the hull for added rigidity
White GRP deck with light-blue non-slip surface
White GRP superstructure
Fin keel with wing extensions
High-aspect ratio spade (blade) rudder
Stainless steel wheel steering system

Equipment

Cobra electric anchor windlass
10 kg Danforth-style bow anchor with chain and warp
9 × fenders with lines
Fixed boathook
Passarelle
Sprayhood with stainless steel frame and clear panels
Stainless steel bow and stern pulpits with double lifelines
Stainless steel stanchions
Non-slip topped cockpit seating
Bow and stern mooring cleats
Various mooring lines
Cockpit lockers with gas bottle and storage
Anchor locker with drainage
Deck hatches and opening portlights for ventilation
Non-slip molded deck surface for secure footing

Navigation Equipment

Ritchie Powerdamp binnacle compass
Stowe Navsounder depth sounder
Stowe Navigator 2 speed/log
Stowe wind direction indicator
Stowe Navigator 2 autopilot
Nasa Marine navtex

Engine(s)

Yanmar 3HM35F 3-cylinder marine diesel engine
34 hp @ 3,600 RPM
Approx. 1,324 engine hours
Freshwater-cooled
Engine access via removable companionway steps and side panels
3-blade folding propeller for reduced drag under sail
12V starting system
Engine instrumentation at helm:
Tachometer, hour meter, oil pressure, temperature, alarm indicators

Sails & Spars

Fractional sloop rig
Deck-stepped anodized aluminium mast and boom
Stainless steel standing rigging (age/last replacement if known)
Spinnaker gear (pole, sheets, halyard)
Rigging layout suitable for short-handed sailing

2 × Barlow Australia 25 self-tailing primary winches
2 × Harken 32 spinnaker winches
2 × Barlow Australia 23 self-tailing halyard winches
All winches manually operated

Slab-reefed mainsail (white Dacron)
Roller furling genoa (white Dacron, on forestay furler)
Spinnaker

Electrics

12v and 220 V onboard voltage
12v and 220v switchboard
Domestic battery
Engine start battery
Battery charger
2 x BP Solar panels
Invictus solar panel
180W Solar output

Recreation Facilities (Toys)

Ritchie Powerdamp binnacle compass
Stowe Navsounder depth sounder
Stowe Navigator 2 speed/log
Stowe wind direction indicator
Stowe Navigator 2 autopilot
Nasa Marine navtex

Disclaimer

The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith, in this case we are acting as Brokers only. Whilst every care has been taken in their preparation, the correctness of these particulars is not guaranteed. The particulars are intended only as a guide and they do not constitute a term of any contract. A prospective buyer is strongly advised to check the particulars and where appropriate at his own expense to employ a qualified Marine Surveyor to carry out a survey and/or to have an engine trial conducted which if conducted by us shall not imply any liability for such engine on our part. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.

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