Freedom 32

Stock # 180786
1985 Freedom 32 (32.8’) – Classic Cat-Rigged Cruiser / Liveaboard Platform. This boat is extremely clean compared to most!

The 1985 Freedom 32 is a well-regarded Garry Hoyt–designed cruising sailboat known for its innovative freestanding mast, clean deck layout, and exceptional ease of handling. With its generous beam, open interior, and strong offshore reputation, the Freedom 32 remains a highly desirable platform for coastal cruising or liveaboard use.

This vessel is equipped with an excellent sail inventory including a spinnaker, mainsail, and jib. The boat is well set up for extended stays aboard, featuring shore power, air conditioning, water heater, and a solar charging system that keeps the batteries maintained while at rest.

Power is provided by a 2016 Yanmar 3YM30AE diesel. The engine is currently locked up; however, it presents very clean and may be service-related rather than requiring full replacement. This is reflected in the offering and provides an opportunity for a mechanically inclined buyer or refit-minded sailor to add value.

Overall, this Freedom 32 offers classic Freedom design, excellent liveaboard amenities, and strong long-term potential.

Vessel Specifications

Manufacturer: Freedom Yachts
Model: Freedom 32
Year: 1985
Designer: Garry Hoyt
Vessel Type: Monohull Sailboat
Rigging: Cat-rig (freestanding mast)

LOA: 32.8 ft
Beam: 12.5 ft (approx.)
Draft: 6.5 ft (approx.)
Displacement: ~11,500 lbs
Hull Material: Fiberglass

Engine & Mechanical
Engine: Yanmar 3YM30AE Diesel
Horsepower: 29.1 HP
Engine Year: 2016
Condition: Engine currently locked up
Notes: Engine appears very clean; potential service issue rather than confirmed replacement requirement

-Electrical & Power
Shore power connection
Solar charging system (maintains battery charge)
Battery system supported by solar input

-Interior & Comfort
Air conditioning
Water heater
Spacious main salon with excellent natural light
Well-suited for liveaboard use
Efficient galley layout
Private forward berth

-Sails & Rigging
Mainsail
Jib
Spinnaker
Freedom freestanding mast (no standing rigging)

-Highlights
Highly regarded Freedom Yachts design
Easy-handling cat-rig configuration
Excellent liveaboard amenities
Solar + shore power setup
Strong sail inventory
Opportunity to add value through engine servicing or repair

Forward Berth:
V-berth sleeps 2 comfortably

Main Salon:
Dual settees (Port converts for 1 person, Starboard for 1)

Aft Berth:
2-person quarter berth

Head:
Enclosed with sink, mirror, and shower

Galley:
Stainless sink
Propane stove & oven (gimballed)
Icebox/cooler

Navigation Station:
Control panel, emergency radio, and lift-up table

Ample Storage:
Built-in cabinetry and lockers

Interior Woodwork:
Teak trim and cabinetry with classic Freedom craftsmanship

Deck & Rigging:
Rig Type: Free-Standing, Unstayed Carbon Fiber Mast
-Less weight aloft,
-less things to worry about going bad with rig and stays and chainplates.
-Ease of handling.

If you have a freestanding rig, you have ONE thing that can break and go wrong – the mast breaking. If you have a standard rig, you have literally hundreds of parts that could break, any one of which could cause the rig to come down (and that includes the mast by the way). Being able to look up at rigging doesn't mean you are any safer or that your rig is any more secure. You are just looking up at hundreds of potential failure points, instead of one. And it's not like you have redundancy with a standard rig – lose one cotter pin, and the whole thing could come down. So, don't buy into the notion that you are more secure with a fully rigged sail plan than a freestanding rig.

Sails:
Jib sail
Main sail
Gun Mount Spinnaker Sail

Tanks:
Fuel: 20 gallons
Water: 46 gallons

Ground Tackle:
Dual bow anchors
Stern anchor

Cockpit:
Open aft design
Wheel steering
Stern ladder for swim access
Large storage lazarettes

Performance & Capabilities:
Bluewater Ready: Known for safe offshore handling and a dry, comfortable ride
Excellent Engine Efficiency: Yanmar 29.1 HP diesel sips fuel while providing reliable propulsion

Additional Notes:
All systems operational and well maintained
Ideal for solo sailors, couples, or small families
Perfect blend of comfort, craftsmanship, and proven performance

Main Selling Points:
Spacious 6-berth interior with smart layout and storage
Excellent condition for her age
Ready to sail - ideal liveaboard or cruiser
Outboard Motor Brackets
Magma Grill
All legal safety equipment onboard