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1 / 23 — 1979 Lancer Sloop sailing on a clear blue lake with scenic background. -
2 / 23 — 1979 Lancer Sloop sailing on a sunny day near waterfront homes. -
3 / 23 — 1979 Lancer Sloop sailboat with white sails against a blue sky. -
4 / 23 — 1979 Lancer Sloop sailing in a scenic canal with waterfront homes and palm trees. -
5 / 23 — 1979 Lancer Sloop sailboat docked on calm blue water under clear sky. -
6 / 23 — Front view of a 1979 Lancer Sloop boat docked in clear blue water. -
7 / 23 — 1979 Lancer Sloop sailboat being lifted by crane at a dockside location. -
8 / 23 — Interior view of a 1979 Lancer Sloop sailboat, showcasing wooden cabin and seating area. -
9 / 23 — Cockpit of a 1979 Lancer Sloop sailboat with wooden tiller and clean deck. -
10 / 23 — Interior of a 1979 Lancer Sloop sailboat with wooden cabinetry and marina view. -
11 / 23 — Interior of a 1979 Lancer Sloop sailboat with cozy seating and wooden furnishings. -
12 / 23 — Interior of a 1979 Lancer Sloop sailboat with kitchen and seating area. -
13 / 23 — Interior of a 1979 Lancer Sloop sailboat with kitchen and seating area. -
14 / 23 — Stainless steel sink in 1979 Lancer Sloop boat kitchen with wooden accents. -
15 / 23 — 1979 Lancer Sloop interior with sink, wooden cabinetry, and fire extinguisher. -
16 / 23 — Interior of 1979 Lancer Sloop with cushions, fan, and paddles stored neatly. -
17 / 23 — Stainless steel two-burner stove on a 1979 Lancer Sloop yacht. -
18 / 23 — A Kenmore microwave with a sleek black and stainless steel design. -
19 / 23 — Open Dometic cooler inside a 1979 Lancer Sloop boat, showcasing interior storage space. -
20 / 23 — Vintage marine radios on a 1979 Lancer Sloop, featuring digital and analog controls. -
21 / 23 — Control panel of a 1979 Lancer Sloop yacht with switches and voltmeter. -
22 / 23 — Black Yamaha electronic device with textured surface, featuring a central logo. -
23 / 23 — 1979 Lancer Sloop with 9.8 four-stroke outboard motor, featuring Japanese characters.
Rubicon Yachts / Yachts for Sale / KENSHO
KENSHO
28' Lancer Sloop
$12,000.00
Last Updated: 2026-03-26
1979 Lancer 28 Sloop "Kensho" - Clean, Upgraded & Ready to Sail | $12,000
If you’ve been looking for an affordable, well-equipped coastal cruiser that’s easy to handle and ready to enjoy, "Kensho" is a standout opportunity.
This classic Lancer 28 offers a practical layout, shoal draft versatility, and several thoughtful upgrades - making her ideal for Bay sailing, weekend cruising, or first-time ownership.
⚓ Performance & Handling
- Shoal draft keel - excellent for Bay, Delta, and coastal cruising
- Tiller steering - simple, responsive, and reliable
- Tabernacle mast system - easier mast stepping and bridge clearance
Auxiliary Power
- 9.9 HP Nissan 4-stroke outboard (approx. 250 hours)
- Electric start with cockpit controls
- Recently serviced - dependable and fuel-efficient
⛵ Sail Inventory
- Roller furling 110% genoa
- Sails reported in good condition
- Simple, manageable rig - ideal for short-handed sailing
Interior & Accommodations
- Forward V-berth
- Two quarter berths aft
- Convertible dinette/settee in main salon
- Updated interior with teak accents and refreshed headliner
- Clean, simple, and functional layout
Galley
- Alcohol stove
- Stainless steel sink
- Icebox
- Practical storage throughout
Head Compartment
- Enclosed head with sink
- Hanging locker storage
- Clean and usable layout
Electronics & Electrical
- VHF radio
- Ritchie compass
- Dual batteries with charger
- Reliable, straightforward electrical system
Why "Kensho"
The Lancer 28 is known for its solid construction, forgiving handling, and efficient use of space. "Kensho" stands out as a clean, honest example that’s ready to be enjoyed without major projects.
Location
Currently berthed at Lowrie’s Marina in San Rafael
Shown by Appointment
Contact Joel at Rubicon Yachts today to schedule a showing.
Make: Lancer
Model: Sloop
Year:
Length: 28ft
Name: KENSHO
Hull Material: Fiberglass
Engine/Fuel Type:
Located In: San Rafael, CA
- Category: Sail
- Class: Cruisers
- Keel: Other
- Builder: LANCER YACHTS
- Beam: 8 feet
- Bridge Clearance:
- Min Draft:
- Max Draft: 2.83 feet
- Cabin Headroom: feet
- DryWeight: pounds
- Ballast: pounds
- CruisingSpeed: knots
- Total Engines: 1
- Engine 1
- EngineMake: Nissan
- EngineModel: 4 stroke
- EngineYear: 2009
- EngineFuel: unleaded
- Total Power: 10
- PropellerType: Unknown
- EngineHours: 250
- Fuel Tank Capacity: 5 gallon
- Fuel Tank Count: 1
- Water Tank Capacity: 15 gallon
- Water Tank Count: 1
- Cabins: 1
- Heads: 1
Additional Features
- Outboard Engine Brackets
- Furling Genoa
- Tiller
- Lazy Bag
- Shore Power Inlet
- Battery Charger
- Lazyjacks
- Chemical Head
- Electric Bilge Pump
- Vhf
- Cockpit Cushions
- Heating
- Autopilot
- Radio
- Cockpit Speakers
- Refrigerator
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.
Joel Kauffman
Yacht & Ship Sales
joel@rubiconyachts.com
415-235-7447 – mobile
415-453-4770 - office
25 Third Street
San Rafael, CA 94901