2005 Macgregor 26M

The owner bought this boat in 2021

General condition and any additional information

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Standard features

This MacGregor is a turn key M26 ready to sail or motor. Many upgrades and improvements have been done to the boat. This MacGregor is equipped with brand new high performance square top mainsail and new jib to give maximum performance in light wind as well as improved upwind sailing performance. In the event of a decrease in wind, you can fire up the 50HP Suzuki and bring the boat up on a plane and cruise to port at nearly 20 kts.

Easily launched from the trailer you can be out sailing (or motoring!) within minutes. Fill the water ballast for the 1150 lbs of additional sailing stability. If a storm or weather changes fast, lower the sails and run to safety with the 50hp motor. You can drain the ballast for speed up to 19 kts.

The 26M has an extremely roomy cabin that can sleep 6. The under cockpit berth is at least a queen size Even tall sailors will find the 59 head room of the cabin comfortable to stand up in with just a slight crouching. The galley includes a sink with both a hand pump and an additional spigot with an electric pump. Plenty of storage under the seat compartments.

This boat even has a pump toilet and holding tank, not just a simple porta potty. Small but private head with closing and latching door.

Extra gear included

(See description of all improvements)

Improvements to the hull, deck, rigging, engine, or interior

See the extras and other additions below (all upgrades and new parts added in 2021):

MacGregor 26M includes:

Mast raising system - new winch and raising line. Jib winches with crank handle. Bow pulpit with life lines along the entire boat. Easily unclipped for easy dock access. Anchor locker w/anchor and lines Swim ladder Additional non-slip srips added to the slippery black areas of the deck for extra safety. Nav lights - all replaced with low power consumption LEDs. Two 12V batteries with selector switch, both deep cycle and one replaced in 2021. Cockpit cushions Bimini with protective cover Compass Boat hook - clips on cabin roof for easy reach and storage. Bottom paint Fishing rod holder Newly replaced centerboard and raising line. All new standing rigging as of 2021.

Interior:

Full standing head room. Galley with sink and independent water system - manual and electric water pumps. Galley locks into position - slid under cockpit or in open position for use. Enclosed head with full pump toilet and 5 gallon holding tank. Deck-top holding tank pump out access. Berths with cushions that will sleep 6 Plenty of storage under seats and bunks.

Sails and Canvas:

New in 2021 - full 5 batten square top performance mainsail. Improved upwind and low wind performance. New in 2021 - coastal cruising jib - fits on CDI furler for easy deployment. Original mainsail. Original jib. Mainsail cover - original and worn. Storage bags for all sails. Sails stored in a dry warm basement during Wisconsin winters. Zippered jib ‘sock’ can be hoisted up over the furled jib for sun protection if moored or in a slip. Lazy jacks installed for easy sail lowering and stowing on boom. CDI roller furler jib with newly replaced furling track and furling line. Bimini with a cover easily stored folded at the rear of the cockpit. Spar-Fly mast-top wind indicator. Newly replaced mast hinge pin. Newly replaced mast rotation bearings. New spreader boots. Easy remove/install bow pin for forestay connection to chainplate. Newly replaced rigging and tensioners - upper, lower shrouds, and forestay. Replaced mainsheet traveler and lines.

Electronics:

VHF antenna with feed line coax led to steering binnacle. (No VHF radio included) 12v power cable for Garmin chartplotter at binnacle. (No Garmin GPS included) Pyle marine stereo - AM/FM, Bluetooth input, USB memory input. 300W (75x4) with remote. Two 5.25 inch marine speakers. Two 12v accessory ports (one in v-berth, one above light over settee) All interior lights upgraded to LED.

Trailer:

Float-on Pioneer Classic New in 2012 Dual axle. Aluminum construction - no rust! Surge brakes operate front trailer wheels. Good working condition. New winch strap. Ladder in front for easy access to the boat without need to carry a ladder. Tires in good condition with plenty of tread, no cracking or drying. Rear PVC guides - easily centers boat nicely on trailer when pulling out of water.

Engine:

2005 Suzuki DF50 50 hp. Engine has approximately 360 hours running time on it. New spark plugs. New propeller. New fuel filter. Newly replaced water pump impeller. Replaced lower unit fluid seals. Newly replaced lower unit propeller shaft. New fuel line connector. New zinc anodes. Oll and oil filter changed fall 2021 Lower unit fluid replaced spring 2022 with seal and prop shaft change. Two new 12 gallon fuel tanks, hoses, selector valve and water separator.

Safety:

Anchor with chain and line Two dock lines. Throw ring. Fire extinguisher