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Danish Rose 31

Robust steel motor sailboat with surprisingly much space

  • Build year 1980, Sailingboat for sale
  • The Netherlands

1,000 EUR

Danish Rose 31 Sailingboat 1980, with Thornycroft engine, The Netherlands
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Danish Rose 31 now in the online auction. Everyone can bid until May 18, 2026. Danish Rose 31 steel motor sailboat Through Boatauction, this Danish Rose 31 from 1980 is being offered: a steel motor sailboat measuring 9.20 meters long and 3.20 meters wide, with a draft of approximately 1.50 meters. Designed by M. Bekerede, she was built with a focus on space and robustness, evident in her layout and generous interior standing height of about 2.00 meters. With four fixed berths and two additional berths, she appeals to those seeking a project boat with potential for weekend trips, holidays, or even simple onboard stays. It is important to note that she is in poor condition and has not undergone major maintenance since 2010, including being out of the water and the last antifouling treatment. Danish Rose 31 now in the online auction. Everyone can bid until May 18, 2026. What type of boat is she and who is she suitable for? She is a classic Danish Rose 31, a steel cabin boat with external wheel steering and an interior once fitted by the owner. This makes her appealing to enthusiasts of characterful steel vessels who enjoy hands-on projects. Think of buyers searching for terms like steel motor sailboat, steel project boat, classic cabin boat, or Danish Rose 31 for sale, willing to invest time in technical, sealing, and cosmetic work. Her size is manageable on inland waters and lakes, while she has also been used at sea in the past, including a trip towards the Wadden Sea. What is her technical foundation and propulsion? She is powered by a single diesel engine: a Thornycroft 90 from 1978 with 35 hp and four cylinders. The reported running hours are around 3000, and the engine is operational. However, there is a known issue: the stop button does not work properly due to a damaged cable sheath, which needs immediate assessment and repair by a new owner, especially for safe maneuvering in the harbor. The reported fuel consumption is approximately 4.15. Additionally, she has two batteries with unknown functionality. What is her current condition and known defects? She is presented as a boat in poor condition, with overdue maintenance since around 2010. There is leakage at the hatch; reportedly, the hatch is in poor condition due to a faulty substructure. Since 2010, she has not been out of the water, requiring a buyer to inspect the hull post-purchase, address conservation, skin fittings, and underwater hull, and establish a new maintenance routine. This is not a turnkey boat but a steel project boat with a clear list of issues, offering room for restoration according to the new owner's vision. How is the interior and onboard comfort? Inside, there is a dining area, a cooking stove, and mattresses. The owner crafted the woodwork, giving her a personal and homely atmosphere. With a 2.00-meter standing height, she feels more spacious than many boats in her length class. There is a manual toilet onboard, and the toilet discharge does not go directly into open water. Heating is not available. For those looking to refurbish her into a weekend retreat or a simple houseboat-like setting, she provides a usable foundation, requiring gradual modernization for comfort. Can she sail, and what rigging is included? She features an aluminum mast, with mast materials available onboard. The sail plan is unknown, and she has never been fully rigged, meaning a buyer will need to assess what is complete and what is missing. For someone seeking a motor sailor project or a steel motor sailboat with a mast, this could be intriguing: the intention was to rig her, but it was never completed. Consider this as an opportunity for a skilled water sports enthusiast eager to develop a rigging plan. What equipment and extras are included? On deck, she has lifelines, a swim ladder, fenders, and lines. The cockpit is self-draining, and there is a manual bilge pump. Navigation equipment includes a depth sounder and compass. There is one anchor with chain and a manual anchor windlass. Particularly appealing is the dinghy: a Helderse Vlet, supplied with mast and sail. Additionally, all existing mast materials, tools, and small items are included, along with cushions for the benches and available inventory. What documents are available? An engine instruction manual, some expired insurance certificates, and a purchase agreement from 1982 are present. These provide context to her history and can be useful for sourcing engine parts and operation. This Danish Rose 31 is an invitation to someone who sees her lines and appearance and thinks: there is more to this. She demands attention, time, and craftsmanship but also offers a story. The current owner recalls vacations from Verlaat towards Amstelmeer, swimming from the boat, and sailing with the dinghy. If you are searching on Boatauction for a steel cabin boat to refurbish, a classic motor sailor with character, or a Danish Rose 31 as a project, she is a candidate worth serious consideration. Based on a viewing and personal inspection, a plan can be devised.

Specifications Equipment

Materiale / unit

Hull type

Steel

Length

9.20

Beam

3.20

Depth

1.50

Motor & technic

Engine

Thornycroft

Total power

35

Engine hours

3000

Fuel

Diesel