1982 Saga 34 for sale in Newport, New South Wales
Newport, New South Wales, Australia198210.4m
Asking PriceBroker
$67,500 AUD
+12 moreMakeSaga
Model34
Year1982
Length10.4m3.3m beam
FuelDiesel
Cabins4 berths
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About this vessel
The Saga 34 is a classic, heavily built fiberglass cruising sailboat modeled after traditional Scandinavian design (often styled as a Norwegian pilot cutter) and famous for its offshore capability.
Design and Build
Builder & Mold: Originally molded by craftsmen like Charles Ward (with variations produced across different northern European yards such as Selje Bruk A/S).
Hull Construction: Hand-laid fiberglass solid hull built to be stout and heavy rather than lightweight.
Keel & Rudder: Full-length keel with a rudder attached to the trailing edge, giving it exceptional directional tracking and heavy-weather composure.
Length overall: 38ft including bowsprit and pushpin.
Draft: Around 1.68m to 1.78m (approx. 5.5 to 5.8 feet) depending on load.
Capsize Screening: Features a Capsize Screening Formula (CSF) value of 1.52, meaning it meets standard metrics for ocean-racing and offshore approval (and has historically qualified for endurance events like the Golden Globe Race framework).
Sailing Characteristics
Handling: Well-balanced and forgiving under sail, making it manageable for short-handed or solo voyagers.
Rig: Typically configured with a simple, manageable masthead rig that keeps the sail plan low and reduces excessive heeling moments.
Motion at Sea: Thanks to its heavier displacement and full keel, it offers a soft, predictable motion in a seaway rather than the choppy pound of lighter modern production boats.
Specifications
The details
Vessel
MakeSaga
Model34
Year1982
Dimensions
Length overall10.4m
Beam3.3m
Draft1.6m
Accommodation
Berths4
Heads1
Engine & Fuel
Engine makeCraftsman
Engine model42
Engine count1
Drive typeShaft With New 17" Feathering Propeller
Engine hours1,452
Fuel typeDiesel
Features
On board
Country Origin: Australia
Deck Construction Material: Balsa Core Fibreglass
Keel/Ballast: Full length keel with 4 tonnes of lead.
Colour: White
Engine Notes: 2016 Craftsman 42
Engine Room: Under cockpit
Generator: 12v 110amp
Number of Batteries: 1 x starter and 4 house sealed lead.
Number of Fuel Tanks: 1 stainless steel
Steering System: Tiller
Accommodation Notes: 1 x double V-berth forward with good storage and hanging locker. Just aft is a separate enclosed head. 1 x single sea berth to port above the dinette area. 1 x single quarter berth to starboard. Option of 2 x single settee berths. Folding table with seating for 6. 6ft plus headroom throughout. Lovely timber fit out with excellent storage options including book shelves and drinks cabinet. Heated by cosy cabin gas.
Number of Showers: Hand shower in enclosed head.
Galley Notes: C-shaped galley to port just below the companionway. Isotherm marine hot water heater. Includes all cooking gear and crokery.
Stove: ENO 3 burner stove and oven. Near new.
Refrigeration: Isotherm U150
Number of Sinks: 2
Oven: ENO
Entertainment and Appliances Notes: Fusion radio with Bose speakers.
Anchor / Winch: Muir
Bilge Pump: 1 x electric and 1 x manual.
Deck Gear: 2 Barlow 25 , 2 Barlow 20 , 3 Barlow 15. Dock lines, Boat Hooks x 2. Spinnaker Pole x 2. Fenders.
Mast/Rigging: Age of Rigging: 2016. Aluminium mast.
Sail Inventory: Age of sails 8 - 15 years but in excellent condition. 1 x fully battened main, furling headsail, staysail, genoa, yankee, storm and mps with sock.
Electrics: 1 x 12v plus 4 x 6v plus Ctex m300 charger. 180 watt solar panel.
Electronics Navigation: Furuno at chart table. Raymarine A50 in cockpit. New Raymarine auto helm with spare driver. Fleming self steering gear.
Dinghy: New Sirocco 2.2m inflatable plus Honda 2.5 outboard.
Safety Gear: Harnesses and jack lines. 6 man liferaft c/ w beacon and a new GME 605G EPIRB
Covers: Yes
Ground Tackle: 80 mtrs of 10 mm chain (newly Galvanized 15 kg Bruce , 25 kg Rocna, plus 25 kg fishermans.
Watermaker / De-Sal: No
GPS: Furuno at chart table. Raymarine A50 in cockpit.
Number of Fish Finders: 0
Has Navigation Lights: Yes
Radio: VHF B&G with AIS
Number of Life Jackets: 5
Remarks: Inspections welcome.
Fenders: Yes
Anti-foul: Date of Last Antifoul: January 2026
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