Moody 36 CC: A Robust Center-Cockpit Cruiser for Sale in the UK (1997)

The Moody 36 CC is a highly respected, heavily built center-cockpit cruising yacht, ideal for family adventures in the United Kingdom. This 1997 model offers exceptional comfort with space for 7 guests across 2 cabins, including a large owner cabin in the aft. Its strong fiberglass hull and reliable Volvo Penta MD2040 engine (40 HP) ensure safe, dependable sailing for years to come.

1997/98 Moody 36 Centre Cockpit Bilge Keel | Rare Shallow-Draft Cruiser Designed by Bill Dixon and built by Marine Projects, “Avalon of Hamble” is an exceptionally well-specified example of the sought-after Moody 36 Centre Cockpit and one of just fifteen rare bilge keel versions. Drawing only 1.2m, she offers outstanding shallow-draft cruising capability, ideal for coastal exploration, creek crawling and safe drying out, while retaining the solid, sea-kindly performance Moody yachts are renowned for. Her centre cockpit with wheel steering ensures secure, comfortable short-handed sailing. Powered by a Volvo MD2040 40hp engine (1,561 hours, Feb 2026) with saildrive and folding prop, plus a Vetus 55kgf bow thruster (new 6-bladed prop 2023), manoeuvring is effortless. Tankage includes 218L fuel, 327L water and 30L holding tank. The Selden sloop rig (standing rigging 2016) carries Hyde fully battened mainsail, furling genoa and Crusader cruising chute, with Lewmar self-tailing winches for easy handling. A 2023 refit added new sprayhood, cockpit enclosure, bimini, stackpack, 110W Marlec solar panel and upgraded batteries, enhancing genuine off-grid cruising. Below decks, seven berths across two cabins include a spacious aft owner’s suite, with Eberspacher heating, full galley and comprehensive Raymarine navigation suite. Freshly antifouled and prepared for 2026, she is ashore at Birdham Pool Marina and ready for inspection — a rare opportunity to secure a cruising-ready Moody 36CC. Construction White GRP hull Solid white GRP laminate below waterline Balsa core sandwich above waterline hull White GRP with integrated non-slip deck Balsa core sandwich deck with extensive non slip surface Bilge keel type Teak capped bulwark toe rails Bow midships and stern heavy weight stainless steel mooring cleats Forward towing and mooring bollard Wheel steering with cables to aft quadrant and balanced rudder Machinery Volvo MD2040 40hp Original engine age 1561 engine hours 01.02.26 not certified Saildrive to folding prop Vetus BOW5512 55kgf bow thruster new 6 bladed prop 2023 Electrics 12v and 220v onboard voltage 3 x YUASA L35 115Amp/H domestic batteries 2023 DYNAMP 40Amp/H engine battery 2026 Merlin Poweramp 220 VAC multi stage 2 output battery charger Studer SBM-01 high precision battery monitor at chart table 110w Marlec Sunpower solar panel with PWM controller fitted 2023 Galvanic isolator fitted Shore power Tankage 218 ltrs fuel capacity 327 ltrs water capacity in 2 tanks 30 ltrs holding capacity Rig and Sail Sloop rig Stainless steel standing rigging 2016 Selden spars with Selden spinnaker pole fitted to mast Winches 2 x Lewmar 44 self tailing 2 speed genoa sheet winches Lewmar 32 self tailing 2 speed halyard winch Lewmar 16 single speed with Wincher halyard winch Lewmar 16 self tailing single speed furling winch Sails Hyde Fully battened mainsail with 3 reefs led back to cockpit 2012 Hyde furling genoa 2012 Crusader cruising chute with snuffer 2010 little used spinnaker Accommodation 7 berths 2 cabins 2 double berths 3 single berths Heads Eberspacher D3LC diesel cabin heating Plastimo Atlantic Plus 2 burner hob grill and oven cooker Microwave Fridge Kenwood KDC-4060 entertainment system with 2 internal and 2 cockpit speakers Joinery from specifications Deck Simpson Lawrence Horizon Express windlass CQR type anchor with 35 meters 10mm galvanised chain 2023 Danforth type kedge anchor with 40 meters Anchorplait Full complement of warps and fenders including 2 ball fenders and fender skirt Boat hook and mooring hook Swimming ladder Inflatable dinghy stowage system on stern with base mounts for davits or arch Hot and cold deck shower Spray hood with bimini and full cockpit enclosure Navigation Raymarine Quantum 2018 radar Raymarine Axium Pro 2018 plotter Raymarine ST600 Plus 1998 autopilot Raymarine i50 2018 speed log Raymarine i60 2018 wind indicator Raymarine i50 2018 depth ICS NAV4 Plus 1998 Navtex Plastimo 1998 compass Standard Horizon GX1850GPS with binnacle mounted RAM4 remote mic 2022/23 VHF Axiom onboard wireless network not enabled or tested Raymarine AIS700 Class B transceiver 2018 AIS receiver transmitter Axiom Plus mounted in Scanstrut pod at helm VHF remote mic at helm Depth speed wind and multi display mounted by hatch under spray hood Garmin GPS 120XL backup at chart table ICS NAV4 Navtex receiver at chart table Tender Tender by arrangement Outboard by arrangement Safety 2 x Life buoys Dan buoy Electric bilge pump Manual bilge pump Radar reflector Emergency tiller Gas alarm Fire blanket The condition or level of safety equipment on board is not to be negotiated on following survey. It is likely to be listed by most surveyors but is not structural or an integral working part of the vessel and is not to be used to further negotiate the price down after survey. We strongly suggest that for your own personal safety that when purchasing a yacht you provide new safety equipment rather than relying on second hand gear. Should you become the new owner of this yacht then the responsibility to re-register or update official bodies for items such as EPIRB, VHF, MMSI or AIS becomes yours.

Key Features of the Moody 36 CC

• Length: 36.75 ft (36' 9") with a beam of 12' 3" and max draft of 5' 8"
• Guest Capacity: Accommodates 7 guests with 2 double beds and 1 small bed
• Cabins: 2 cabins, including a spacious aft owner cabin
• Engine: Volvo Penta MD2040 inboard diesel engine, 40 HP
• Hull Material: Fiberglass, built for durability
• Location: Currently for sale in the United Kingdom