Baba 35

1985 Ta Shing Baba 35 – “Sonho” | Proven Blue-Water Cutter

A rare opportunity to acquire a beautifully maintained Robert Perry–designed blue-water cruiser. Built by the renowned Ta Shing yard, the Baba 35 is famous for strength, craftsmanship and offshore comfort. “Sonho” benefits from Ta Shing’s legendary teak joinery, excellent sailing balance, a secure deep cockpit, cutter rig versatility, and the robust feel only a full-keel offshore yacht delivers. Surveyors noted the yacht to be structurally strong, well-maintained, clean and in generally excellent overall condition for her age.

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• Builder: Ta Shing Yacht Building Co., Taiwan

• Designer: Robert H. Perry

• Model: Baba 35

• Year: 1985

• Hull Type: Full keel | Rudder on skeg

• Construction: Reinforced fiberglass (GRP)

• Rig: Masthead cutter

• LOA: 34’11”

• LWL: 29’8”

• Beam: 11’2”

• Draft: 5’6”

• Displacement: ~21,140 lbs

• Propulsion: Universal Diesel | 32HP @ 2800RPM | 4-cyl

• Intended Service: Recreational / Offshore Cruising

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This vessel underwent a detailed professional marine survey. Key findings:

• Solid fiberglass hull – no cracks, blisters, deformation or structural concerns noted

• Full keel structurally strong; no grounding indication

• Clean dry bilges; structural bulkheads sound

• Stainless railings, bow rail, handrails and stanchions in excellent condition

• Teak decks & non-skid fiberglass surfaces well maintained

• Cockpit deep, secure, with canvas enclosure in good condition

• Hull-to-deck joint secure and stress-free

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• GRP superstructure in excellent condition

• No gelcoat cracking noted

• Canvas & stainless support structures secure and serviceable

• Companionway and roof structure strong and well-maintained

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• Classic Ta Shing teak craftsmanship throughout – beautifully preserved

• Interior joinery in excellent condition

• Cushions in great condition; comfortable salon layout

• No water intrusion or structural moisture issues observed

• Multiple secure storage areas; headliners clean and tight

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• Masthead cutter rig

• Designed for ocean passagemaking with balanced handling

• Known for stability, strong offshore behavior and impressive performance for a full-keel yacht

• Comfortable motion, excellent tracking and capable heavy-weather characteristics

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“Sonho” offers the rare combination of:
✔ Strong offshore pedigree
✔ High-quality Ta Shing build
✔ Exceptional interior craftsmanship
✔ Structurally excellent hull & deck
✔ Proven blue-water capability

She represents an excellent cruising platform for a couple or small family ready to sail confidently offshore or enjoy comfortable coastal cruising.