Wayfarer W7664 — Abbott Mk I - $1,900 CAD
Nice sailing boat for up to four people. Sails in good condition; floorboards replaced. Includes all equipment to begin sailing. On trailer with new bearings and ownership.
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Note to potential buyers
A brief synopsis of the various Marks usually available in North America:
- Mark I (all the wooden W's plus many early and recent glass W's): full-height forward bulkhead and buoyancy compartment with hatch; great for extended cruising. Less “oil-drum” noise in waves. Four floorboards, two per side (pros and cons).
- Mark II (US, Canada, UK): bow storage shelf—mild noise in waves but no performance impact; one long floorboard per side.
- Mark III (Abbott, Sarnia): like Mk II with permanent floor and side self-bailers; rain drains on a mooring. The under-floor tank can complicate recovery after a capsize; recommendations here.
- Mark IV (Hartley Boats, UK; Canada rep. John Gronan, 514-706-8840, parallel45marine.com): roomier interior, no aft tank, through-transom draining for easier self-rescue; “racer” trim well-rigged.
Sellers: beware!
Beware of fraudulent buyers
A classic over-billing scam has targeted boat sellers: a third party sends a cheque for more than the price and asks you to forward the difference. The cheque is a forgery. Please stay vigilant.
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Two glass Mark I’s for sale — Tobermory, Ontario ()
Wayfarer W2462 — Abbott Mk I - $1,200 CAD (o.b.o.)
Complete with all equipment to begin sailing. Trailer has working lights and new bearings (currently unlicensed). Sails are in good condition.
Virtually new Mark IV “Racer” W11442 — for sale by Marc Bennett ()
$17,500 USD
Full ad (PDF): W11442ForSale_upadte.pdf
1966 Wooden Mk 1 Wayfarer W1321 “Solje” — near Lapeer, Michigan ()
$2,500 USD
Solid wood Wayfarer Solje, built in late 1966. Reported to be a sound, solid boat. About 15 years ago she was repainted in two-part Awlgrip and the paint still presents well. Varnished decks are in fair shape and due for a refinish.
Rig & gear: gold mast; several sets of older sails; cruised setup with appropriate anchors and a boat tent.
Optional: Honda 2 hp outboard available for an additional $500.
1964 Wooden Mk I Wayfarer W887 “Blue Mist” — near Cleveland, Ohio ()
$3,500 USD
Blue Mist, a 1964 Mark I Wooden Wayfarer, was assembled in England and purchased by Richard (“Dick”) Harrington in 1991 from the original owner. She was his pride and joy for decades of cruising adventures on Lake Erie, coastal Maine, Chesapeake Bay, and beyond.
Last sailed late in 2019 and since stored mostly under a boat cover in a carport. She remains in good condition per last use.
Comes with: mainsail, spinnaker, two oars, boat cover, boom tent, and assorted cruising gear collected over many years. Trailer is functional but older; winch rope is fraying and should be replaced or trailer upgraded.
Other Sources for Used Wayfarers
- Quiet Waters Sailboats, Waubaushene, ON — 705-538-2343 ([email protected])