$100K Spent on This 1974 Pearson 35 — Offered at $29,500 | FULL TOUR

• April 11, 2026 by BoatFools Sailing |
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$100K Spent on This 1974 Pearson 35 — Offered at $29,500 | FULL TOUR

$100,000 was spent refitting this Pearson 35… and it’s listed for $29,500.
We went to see if it actually lives up to the numbers.

This week we’re in Warwick, Rhode Island, where my brother Tim and I step aboard a 1974 Pearson 35 that has undergone a truly remarkable transformation. Designed by Bill Shaw, the Pearson 35 was one of Pearson Yachts’ first true performance cruisers—and one of the longest production runs in the company’s history (1968–1982).

But this one? This one is something else.

Since 2022, $100,000 has been invested into a comprehensive refit focused on systems, reliability, and sailing performance. The result is a classic New England cruiser with modern systems throughout—and just a handful of cosmetic projects left for the next owner. A survey from 2023 is available for review.

⚠️ Full disclosure: We have a financial interest in this boat and we are representing the seller. You can email me directly at: [email protected]

CHAPTERS:
00:00 Intro
00:14 Overview
01:43 A Brief History!
02:50 The Cockpit
07:07 Forward to the Bow!
10:57 Below Decks
11:27 The Galley
15:38 The Head
16:30 The V-Berth
19:28 The Beautiful Beta Diesel!
20:56 Keel, Rudder, and Topsides
24:12 Final Thoughts


⚓ Highlights of the Refit
🔧 Full Repower & Propulsion System
Beta Marine 25HP diesel (ONLY 47 hours)
Twin Disc transmission (2.60:1)
MaxProp feathering prop
New fuel tank & plumbing
Upgraded charging system (120-amp alternator, Balmar regulator)
⚡ Completely New Electrical System (ABYC-Compliant)
All new wiring throughout the boat
Victron 2000W inverter/charger (Bluetooth)
(2) Dakota Lithium 135Ah LiFePO4 house batteries
New panels, breakers, selector switches
Solar-ready system with Victron MPPT
LED lighting throughout (deck + cabin)
🧭 Modern Helm, Autopilot & Navigation
New Edson pedestal & Ritchie compass
B&G electronics suite (chartplotter, radar, wind, depth, autopilot)
Below-deck heavy-duty autopilot
Multiple VHF radios + EPIRB
⛵ Rigging, Sails & Sail Handling (ALL NEW)
New standing & running rigging
Furlex headsail furler
Garhauer traveler system
North Sails main (full batten) & furling genoa
⚓ Deck Hardware & Ground Tackle
Lewmar electric windlass w/ helm + remote
Rocna 25 anchor w/ 200’ chain
New lifelines, stanchions, cleats, padeyes
Custom teak & stainless bow pulpit
🪵 Teak & Interior Comfort Upgrades
New teak toe rail, coamings, and rub rails
New cushions throughout
Froli sleep system in berths
New salon table (convertible)
Airhead composting head (like new)
🧠 The Bottom Line

This is not a project boat.

It’s a boat where the expensive, time-consuming work is already done
the systems are modern and reliable and what remains is largely cosmetic finishing

For anyone looking to get into a classic bluewater-capable cruiser without taking on a full refit, this Pearson 35 represents a rare opportunity.

📍 Location

Warwick, Rhode Island

Thanks for watching and see you all next week!

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