Classic 1976 Pearson 36 Sailing Yacht – Spacious, Reliable, Ready for Adventure

The Pearson 36 is a timeless 1970s family cruiser, renowned for its balanced hull design and comfortable living space. Built from 1972 to 1976 by Bill Shaw, this 36.5ft sailing yacht offers a fair turn of speed with a theoretical hull speed of 7.29 knots and a spacious 11-foot beam that creates an inviting saloon with pull-out settee and large table.

Designed for up to 6 guests, the Pearson 36 features a pilot berth to starboard, ideal for sleeping while underway, and a well-equipped cockpit for relaxed sailing. Its masthead sloop rig includes a full-battened mainsail and aging genoa, delivering impressive performance of 6.5–7.6 knots in 9–11 knot breezes.

1976 Pearson 36 – Cruiser Ready! Great coastal cruiser with tons of upgrades – perfect for liveaboard/offshore adventures. €6,000 – available for purchase in Lisbon in July Major Upgrades: • 2x 105AH AGM marine batteries (brand new) • 720W solar + controller • 1500W inverter + aluminum solar arch • Garmin touchscreen chartplotter + radar • CPT autopilot, ACR EPIRB • Diesel heater, mini fridge/freezer • New bilge pump, mast step, water tank • 30gal fresh water, spare jerry cans Extras: • 6-person life raft • Full sail inventory (main, spinnaker, 2 genoas) • Anchor w/ 140’ chain/rode • Raritan head (no holding tank needed) • Alcohol stove, microwave, toaster oven • Temporary pilot house + dodger frame, old dodger gave up due to dry rot Could use a paint touch up Engine runs strong (could use glow plugs), recent oil/filter change. Message with questions or to see it!

Key Specifications

• LOA: 36.56 ft (11.14 m)
• LWL: 29.16 ft (8.89 m)
• Beam: 11.08 ft (3.38 m)
• Draft: 6.00 ft (1.83 m)
• Displacement: 13,500 lbs (6,123 kg)
• Ballast: 6,100 lbs lead (2,767 kg)
• Sail Area: ~601 sq ft (55.83 m²)
• Engine: Diesel (original: 30-hp Atomic 4 gasoline)
• Hull Speed: 7.29 knots

The Pearson 36 carries a PHRF rating of 135–158, with 141 for the Narragansett Bay fleet, reflecting its solid cruising performance.