CAPE DORY 32
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 32.17 ft |
| LWL | 24.17 ft |
| Beam | 9.92 ft |
| Draft | 4.92 ft |
| Displacement | 11,750 lb |
| Ballast | 4,700 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.6 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 41 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 13.5 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 35 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 13 ft |
| FLforestay | 13.5 ft |
| Mainsail | 522.5 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 276.8 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 470.5 sq ft |
About the CAPE DORY 32
Also available with a cutter rig.
The Cape Dory 32 is a rare, heavy-displacement cruising sloop designed by Carl Alberg and built by Cape Dory Yachts (USA) between 1986 and 1988, with only 11 hulls produced. Its scarcity and pedigree make it a unique find for buyers seeking a classic, robust offshore platform.
- Best for:
- This boat is best suited for experienced coastal and offshore cruisers who prioritize seakeeping and comfort over speed, particularly those who appreciate the traditional Alberg design philosophy.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a displacement of 11750.0 lb, a D/L ratio of 371.5, and a low capsize ratio of 1.75, this boat is highly capable for bluewater cruising due to its exceptional stability and motion comfort.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Cape Dory 30 and 36, which share the same designer and builder lineage, offering similar heavy-displacement characteristics and full-keel stability within the Cape Dory range.
Performance
Pricing
We don't have market pricing data for the CAPE DORY 32 yet. If you own one, help other buyers — what did you pay for it? Reports build a community price estimate over time.
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 32.17ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
We don't have enough data on the CAPE DORY 32yet to publish model-specific findings we'd stand behind — but here's a free general inspection checklist, built from our research into what actually goes wrong on boats of this kind.
Drawn from 7,029 documented issues across 2,391 models, ordered so the areas that most often turn up problems come first.
Own a CAPE DORY 32? Reports from owners are what turn this into a model-specific checklist — and they're the reason the boats above it have one.
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