BLOCKBUSTER

36' 1978 Islander Sloop 36

$19,500.00

Last Updated: 2025-06-18

PRICE REDUCED Islander 36 with Yanmar Power & Loaded Sail Inventory Now Only $19,500!

Don't miss this opportunity to own a well-equipped 1978 Islander 36 a true classic with the performance, space, and upgrades to keep you comfortable and confident on the water. Priced to sell quickly at just $19,500, the motivated sellers are ready for offers!

Reliable Yanmar Power

Powered by a like-new Yanmar 3GM30 diesel engine (30 HP) with only 330 hours since installation (replaced in 2002), this Islander 36 is ready for seasons of worry-free cruising and island hopping.

Extensive Sail Inventory

A serious sailor s dream:

  • 5 Hood sails including a 150% Genoa, 125% Jib, fully battened mainsail, storm jib, and a spinnaker with pole

  • All sails are approx. 15 years old and in above-average condition

  • Roller furling headsail, Barient self-tailing primary winches, and multiple coach roof winches for efficient sail handling

Well-Maintained Hull & Systems

  • Hull cleaned at least three times per year

  • Zincs replaced regularly

  • Horizon depth sounder, speed/log meter, and VHF radio

  • Ritchie compass at helm

Functional Galley for Long Voyages

  • Hillerange 2-burner propane stove with oven

  • Icebox refrigerator

  • Hot and cold pressure water

  • Stainless steel sink

Comfortable & Classic Interior

The cabin offers ideal accommodations for a cruising family or weekend getaway:

  • V-berth forward, quarter berth aft, plus port and starboard settees

  • Port settee converts to a double berth; starboard settee converts to bunks

  • Manual head with shower

  • Custom teak and holly sole, custom folding teak table

Ready to Sail and Priced to Move

This is a fantastic opportunity to own a respected cruiser with reliable power, strong sails, and spacious accommodations. Whether you're coastal cruising or enjoying day sails with family, this Islander 36 is turn-key and ready for adventure.

Don't wait bring your offer and spend your summer and fall on the water!

Located at Rubicon Yachts in San Rafael, CA
Now Asking Only: $19,500

Make: Islander
Model: Sloop 36
Year: 1978
Length: 36ft

Name: BLOCKBUSTER
Hull Material: Fiberglass
Engine/Fuel Type:
Located In: San Rafael, CA

  • Category: Sail
  • Class: Sloop
  • Keel: Fin Keel
  • Designer: Alan Gurney
  • Builder: ISLANDER YACHTS
  • LOA: 36 feet
  • LWL: 28.25 feet
  • Beam: 11.5 feet
  • Max Draft: 6 feet
  • Cabin Headroom: 6.5 feet
  • Displacement: 13450 pounds
  • CruisingSpeed: 6 knots
  • MaxSpeed: 8 knots
  • Total Engines: 1
  • Engine 1
  • EngineMake: Yanmar
  • EngineModel: 3GM30
  • EngineYear: 2002
  • EngineFuel: diesel
  • PropellerType: 3 Blade, Bronze
  • EngineHours: 330

  • Fuel Tank Capacity: 30 gallon
  • Fuel Tank Count: 1
  • Water Tank Capacity: 32 gallon
  • Water Tank Count: 1
  • Holding Tank Capacity: 15 gallon
  • Holding Tank Count:1
  • Cabins: 2
  • Heads: 1

Additional Features

  • Spinnaker
  • Storm Jib
  • Battery Charger
  • Steering Wheel
  • Compass
  • Manual Bilge Pump
  • Genoa
  • Furling Genoa
  • Shore Power Inlet
  • Vhf
  • Electric Bilge Pump
  • Log Speedometer
  • Marine Head
  • Oven
  • Spinnaker Pole
  • Depthsounder
  • Fully Battened Mainsail
  • Mainsail Cover

Joel Kauffman

Yacht & Ship Sales
joel@rubiconyachts.com

415-235-7447

25 Third Street
San Rafael, CA 94901

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