Cheoy Lee Clipper 33 exclusively for sale with DBY Boat Sales.
1977 Cheoy Lee 33 Clipper Ketch – A Timeless Classic, Beautifully Refurbished
Some yachts never go out of style, and this 1977 Cheoy Lee 33 Clipper Ketch is a wonderful example. With her elegant lines, traditional ketch rig and reassuring full-keel design, she offers classic sailing appeal combined with an impressive list of recent upgrades. With her solid fibreglass hull has the beauty of timber but the safety and longevity of fibreglass.
Powered by a 30hp Yanmar diesel showing just 300 hours, with servicing completed in 2025, she presents an exciting opportunity for anyone seeking a character-filled yacht ready for her next adventure. Australian registration is an added bonus for those considering future international cruising.
Extensive Upgrades and Renewals
The current owner has invested significantly in refreshing this classic yacht, with improvements extending throughout her rig, sails, deck hardware and onboard systems.
Highlights include:
Modern Electrical and Navigation Systems
Below decks, the electrical systems have been completely rewired, incorporating CZone digital switching and an NMEA 2000 network. Cabin lighting, anchor controls and bow-mounted controls are integrated with the Raymarine Axiom 9-inch chartplotter, providing convenient access to key onboard functions.
New Ground Tackle
Anchoring equipment has also received a substantial upgrade, featuring a brand-new Maxwell anchor winch, new chain and a stainless-steel 10kg anchor.
Classic Character, Modern Improvements
The Cheoy Lee 33 Clipper is admired for her traditional styling, graceful sailing manners and full-keel stability. This example combines that enduring appeal with a considerable list of recent replacements and upgrades, making her an attractive proposition for sailors who appreciate a classic yacht without overlooking the benefits of modern equipment.
Offered for sale through DBY Boat Sales, this well-updated Cheoy Lee is worth a closer look for anyone dreaming of coastal adventures, extended cruising or the possibility of venturing further afield.
A timeless classic with plenty of character and a long list of improvements, ready for her next chapter under sail.
For sale with DBY Boat Sales Pittwater Office in Newport. Please call +61 2 9999 3311 for an inspection. For additional high-resolution photos and detailed inventory, please email sales@dbyboatsales.com.au
| Price | : $50,000 AUD |
|---|---|
| Price Base | : $50,000 |
| Brand | : Cheoy Lee |
| Model | : 33 Clipper ketch |
| Length | : 33.00 Feet |
| Year | : 1977 |
| Category | : Classic |
| Hull Type | : Fibreglass |
| Hull Style | : Single |
| Power Type | : Sail |
| Type Of Sales | : Dealer |
| Engine Make | : Yanmar |
| Engine Type | : Yanmar diesel shaft driven |
| Condition | : Used |
| State | : New South Wales |
| Suburb | : NEWPORT |
| Registration Expiry Date | : 10/06/2030 |
| HIN Number | : AUWWA094867AB0 |
| Stock Number | : DBY00248 |
| Registration Number | : AEF572N |
| Designer | : Alfred E Luders |
|---|---|
| Builder | : Cheoy Lee HK |
| Water (Potable) Capacity (l) | : 220 |
| Hull Construction Material | : Solid GRP |
| Hull Type | : Mono |
| Deck Construction Material | : Teak laid over fibreglass. Deck has been recored and epoxied. |
| Country Origin | : Hong Kong |
| Length (feet) | : 33 feet |
| Length (m) | : 10 m |
| Beam/Width (feet) | : 10 feet |
| Beam/Width (m) | : 3.05 m |
| Draft (m) | : 1.22 m |
| Draft (feet) | : 4 feet |
| Number of Helms | : 1 x Wheel with new autopilot |
| Colour | : White |
| Number Of Engines | : 1 |
| Stroke | : 4 |
| Engine Hours | : 300 |
| Horse Power (hp) | : 30 |
| Drive Type | : Shaft with dripless seal |
| Number of Batteries | : 3 |
| Fuel Type | : Diesel |
| Number of Fuel Tanks | : 1 |
| Steering System | : Stainless steel wheel plus new autopilot. |
| Number of Toilets | : 1 |
| Toilet Type | : New |
| Stove | : Maxi metho stove |
| Refrigeration | : Used as ice box only, needs re wiring/gas |
| Number of Sinks | : 1 |
| Anchor / Winch | : Maxwell RC Anchor Winch - 2 foot pedals and remote on Chartplotter. |
| Bilge Pump | : 1 x auto and 1 x manual |
| Deck Gear | : New Anderson ST 12 winches x 6, dock lines, fenders, boat hook |
| Mast/Rigging | : Masts removed, repaired and varnished professionally. Age of Standing and Running Rigging (2022). |
| Sail Inventory | : New Hood sails - Main, Mizzen, Jib, Staysail (2 years old). 2 x new furlers. Boom bag and lazy Jacks. |
| Electrics | : All electrical wiring replaced, Czone digital switching for everything and able to be controlled at the plotter |
| Electronics Navigation | : Raymarine Axiom 9" Chartplotter. Raymarine Wheel Autopilot. Czone Digital Switching - Lights, Anchor switching available on Chartplotter. Garmin Wind. Garmin Depth & Speed. |
| Dinghy | : Yes |
| Covers | : New Boom bags un UV strips on sails, new upholstery throughout |
| Ground Tackle | : 10kg Stainless Steel Anchor with 10m 8mm chain and 50m rode. |
| GPS | : Garmin and Raymarine |
| Has Navigation Lights | : Yes, new navigation lights. New portlights. |
| Number of Life Jackets | : 4 |
| Remarks | : Classic yacht turns heads in any anchorage |
| Vessel Name | : LE VOYAGEUR |
| EGC Price | : $50,000 |
