1973 Finnrose 37 boat for sale from SureSail

1973 Finnrose 37 — Classic Offshore Cruiser | Extensively Updated | Ready for Sea (Great Live Aboard Boat)

Designed by Angus Primrose and built by Turku Marine, Helsinki, the Finnrose 37 is a highly capable bluewater cruiser with a reputation for strength, seakeeping, and timeless character. This particular example stands out for the significant investment made by her current owner, ensuring she combines traditional charm with modern reliability and safety. If you are looking for an inexpensive live-aboard boat, then this is an opportunity not to be missed.

Whether you’re dreaming of ocean passages or extended coastal cruising, this Finnrose 37 is equipped and ready to go.

Key Features

Solid hand-laid GRP hull — Awlgrip hull paint (2017) and deck/cockpit repaint (2023)
Freshwater-cooled Volvo MD2040 40 HP diesel (2005) + feathering Darglow Flexofold prop
Lewmar bow thruster (2013) + new switch (2023)
Lofrans electric windlass (2013) + new foot switches (2023)
Ratsey & Lapthorn sails (mainsail + genoa 2017) + unused storm jib + trysail
Removable inner forestay, spinnaker pole, lazy jacks, Selden rod kicker (2010)
Professionally re-wired 2013 (diagram included) + solar panel (2023) + Rolls HD batteries

Mechanical

• Volvo MD2040 40 HP diesel (freshwater cooled, 2005)
• Darglow Flexofold 3-blade feathering propeller
• Lewmar bow thruster (2013, switch 2023)
• Lofrans electric windlass (2013, re-wired 2023)
• 25 kg Bruce anchor + 60m galvanised chain (2018)

Rig, Sails & Spars

• Aluminium mast & Z-Spars boom (Awlgrip white)
• Spinnaker pole + mast gear
• Ratsey & Lapthorn mainsail + genoa (2017)
• Unused storm jib + trysail (dayglo yellow)
• Removable inner forestay
• Single-line reefing (3 reefs, led aft, 2010) + Selden rod kicker (2010)
• Lazy jacks

Electrics

• Complete professional re-wire (2013) + labelled illuminated switchboard
• Windlass re-wired (2023)
• New nav lights (2012)
• Large solar panel forward of sprayhood (2023)
• 2x Rolls HD batteries, dedicated 12V windlass battery
• Shore power, 240V outlets, various 12V outlets
• Solar charger

Navigation & Electronics

• VHF radio with GPS receiver (nav table + cockpit)
• Raymarine chartplotter (GPS, AIS, radar) at nav station + Navionics charts
• Lowrance secondary plotter (cockpit)
• Raymarine Autohelm 6000 autopilot
• Sestrel ship’s compass
• Wind, speed, depth, log
• Electric foghorn (2020)
• Local paper charts

Interior & Systems

• Hot & cold pressurised water
• Marine WC + large capacity holding tank
• Shower in heads
• Two-burner gas cooker with oven
• Large refrigerator
• Car-type radio + speakers (saloon & cockpit)
• Electric & manual bilge pumps

Safety Equipment

• Ocean Safety liferaft
• EPIRB
• MOB pole with life ring, drogue, light
• Jackstays (port and starboard, bow to stern)

Summary

This Finnrose 37 is an exceptional example of the class — combining proven offshore capability with extensive, thoughtful upgrades. From recent sails and electronics to new paintwork, modern systems, and safety gear, she is a rare find and ready for new adventures.

Please call Alan Scholes on 07710 392389 or email sales@sursail.com for further details or arrange a viewing.