1971 Bowman 36

Marketing Description The Bowman 36 is a timeless offshore cruiser that blends classic craftsmanship with proven performance. Designed for serious sailors, this well-regarded yacht features a lifting keel that allows sailors to reduce draft for accessing shallow waters, estuaries, or drying harbours, while still benefiting from deeper keel performance when lowered for offshore passages. Her elegant lines and traditional interior layout offer both charm and practicality, with warm wood finishes, six comfortable berths, and ample storage for extended voyages. Built to Lloyds 100+A1 construction standard and known for its durability and dependable sailing characteristics, the Bowman 36 remains a sought-after choice for those looking to enjoy confident bluewater cruising with a touch of vintage style."Burlesque" is offered for sale with new standing rigging in 2019, modern Raymarine navigation equipment and an extensive inventory. Currently lying ashore in Wareham, Dorset.Available for viewings now, please call 01305 818541 Mercedes OM36 42hp inboard diesel engineShaft driveThree-bladed bronze propeller with rope cutter42 gallon fuel tank Webasto diesel cabin heating 2x 8ah Domestic batteries1x 120ah Engine batteryMerlin Smartgauge advanced battery management system Shore power connection and leadPioneer Bluetooth radio stereo system Sloop rigSpinnaker poleStanding rigging replaced in 2019 Euro spar slab reefing boomKemp rod kicker with reefing winchFracespar extending spinnaker poleHood sea furl roller geona systemStainless steel jackstaysLazyjacks and zip mainsail cover2x Lewmar 40 Genoa winches1x Lewmar S/T mast winch1x Lewmar 16 reefing winchSailsMainsailFurling genoaCruising chute Other sails included No2 Genoa, Full hoist Jib, Light spinnaker, Storm jib, Spare Main (Old & stored ashore) and a Spare Genoa (Old & stored ashore) Sestral major compassAutohelm handheld compassMagellan 5000 handheld GPSHandheld VHF radioFuruno GP-31 GPS navigator Vertex Standard VM-3500E VHF radioRaymarine tri dataRaymarine P70S autopilot control display Raymarine Autohelm 4000ST autopilot Raymarine Quantum radar (Stored at owner's house)Raymarine Axiom 9 Chartplotter (Stored at owner's house)Navigation lights Mooring linesFednersLofrans electric anchor windlass 45lb CQR anchorSelf stowing stainless stem head fitting35lb CQR anchorSprayhoodFull cockpit canopy Dodgers full winter coverBoom cover Cockpit table Bilge pumps2x Horshoe lifebuoys DanbuoyFire extinguishersSeago 4-person liferaft (Next service due 14/02/2026)Gas alarm Fire blanket Forward Cabin V-berth with infill to make a double berth Deck hatchAnchor locker accessHeadsManual sea toilet Vanity sink unit Shower Hot and cold pressurised water system Mirror Storage cupboards Midships Port Cabin Twin single berthsShelving and storage Engine access Saloon/GalleyL-shaped dinette that can convert into an additional double berth Addtional settee/berth to starboard Adjustable saloon tableChart tableForce 10 s