1997 Tartan 30

Standard features

Here is your chance to own a classic 1977 Stern Galley Tartan 30 Hull number 513. SERVUS is a US coastguard documented sailing vessel. Designed by Sparkman and Stephens and produced by one of the last remaining operating builders of fine sailboats, the thick fiberglass hull sports a fin keel with skeg hung rudder for protection and comfort. She motors well in forward and reverse with the upgraded Atomic 4 gasoline engine (Electronic ignition, 2017 replacement gas tank, fuel pump, carburetor and intake and exhaust manifold all in 2019). This Flag Blue masthead sloop sports a 150% Genoa and Sperry Mainsail both professionally inspected, washed and stored each winter with Sperry Sail Loft (Marion, MA). The mainsail is protected from the damaging UV rays with an easy to use custom Stackpack with built in jacklines for taming the mainsail. The UV protected 150% Genoa is mounted on a Profurl roller-furler allowing from easy set and retrieval from the cockpit. This powerful rig drives her to windward with surprising performance (to other boats in her class and above!). A spare mainsail, heavy weather jib and spinnaker round out her compliment for sails. I deploy the symmetrical spinnaker using the ATN Tacker which is fantastic for dead downwind to beam reach sailing in light winds. The Tacker allows for the spinnaker to be tacked from the cockpit once deployed. The stainless-steel standing rigging was replaced in 2014 and is inspected yearly.

The boat can be easily singlehanded as she sports stout safety stanchions and stainless-steel lines with wide decks. The Raymarine TillerPilot ST2000 seamlessly drives the boat along while relaxing or making sail changes. Once in port, the oversized 25-pound Mantus anchor grabs the first time for peace of mind and safety. She is easily retrieved due to the renowned modern design and is stored on a custom bow roller installed in 2018. The chain-rode combo stores in the bow locked accessed through the v-berth for inspection. A backup Danforth anchor rests in a fitted cradle on the doghouse top with a third Danforth in the cockpit locker serves as a lunch hook or backup. Another useful safety feature is the Standard Horizon Matrix AIS+ 25-watt marine radio with built in AIS receiver. The radio allows for direct digital calling of AIS contacts as well as distress notification if the GPS is connected to the radio. The radio also includes a remote in the cockpit with full features assessable while at the helm. The Garmin 182 GPS chart plotter conveniently swings into place for reference. Electronic bilge pumps ensure the bilge is dry. An emergency high capacity bilge pump can be operated from the tiller in the event of an emergency. All through hulls have been inspected and replace where necessary to meet safety requirements. The Lifesling throwable floatation system is situated where it can be deployed at a moment’s notice. Fenders and lines to enable easy and secure docking are included.

The doghouse provides six plus feet of headroom for taller folks amongst us. The galley is assessable from the cockpit at the bottom of the varnished companionway ladder. The ice box is assessable from the cockpit and galley. A very tried and true, safe, non-pressurized Origo single burner alcohol stove is great for single pot meals and hot drinks. Ample food storage space to accommodate extended weekends or longer can be found in the galley. Fresh water from tankage is supplied via a foot pump to the galley sink. An extra water is fitted in the stern below decks.

The boat includes berths for 5 close friends or family but is perfect for a couple. The cabin sole is freshly varnished (August 2020) with a high durability burnished look. The cabin cushions are 2016 new and spotless. They are stored in a controlled environment off season. 3 opening ports provide good ventilation throughout the summer. The v-berth sleeps two while the salon converts to a comfortable berth for two by lowering the salon table.

The private manual head performs well with a 6-gallon holding tank. Alternatively, waste may be pumped overboard if outside permissible distance limits. Toiletries and supply storage behind varnished doors is expansive. Water, gasoline and waste is assessable through deck fills.

A lightweight (35lbs) skin and frame dinghy is available at a mutually agreeable price which fits on the foredeck from passage making. She rows exceptionally well with one person and can carry two individuals plus kit safely.