1981 Able 11.8 masthead sloop

stock #352513 reason for selling is "downsizing". this hughes columbia has recently been added to market (feb 22nd). submit your offer today! the classic 1981 39' hughes columbia 11.8 is a proven bluewater cruiser and an excellent liveaboard!! this 1981 39' hughes columbia 11.8 fiberglass sailing yacht features a center console and a spacious cabin. the owners purchased the hughes in 1992 and it has been a proven cruiser with many trips to alaska, along the west coast, and to mexico. excellent liveaboard boat with hand rubbed, oiled teak cabin interior and lots of storage. hughes boat works was one of the largest production boatbuilders for a number of years in the 1970s. the company was started by howard hughes (no relation to the famous aviator) and his brother peter hughes. hughes boats are manufactured to withstand the worst the high seas can deliver. the high ballast to weight ratio combined with the use of external lead ballast to lower the center of gravity gives this solid built cruiser exceptional knock-down resistance. the strong fiberglass domed hatches are firmly mounted on solid teak runners through bolted to the deck. the solid teak drop doors are well able to withstand the pounding of heavy sea. the self bailing cockpit is equipped with large scuppers fitted with easily accessible bonze seacocks. the interior of the hughes is designed for utility, comfort and pleasing eye appeal. the galley is easily cleaned molded fiberglass and is equipped with a stainless steel sink and galley pump, ice box and an alcohol stove. has a 12 volt marine electrical system supplying power for ample high intensity cabin lights and international navigation lights. this 1981 hughes columbia 11.8 has generous storage space throughout the boat and multiple berth accommodations along with 2 approved marine toilets. while we will always attempt to provide you with a true representation of every vessel we market, during any purchase from pop you will be encouraged to schedule an inspection from an independent, accredited surveyor and every purchase will always be subject to your satisfaction with the results from your independent survey and your own personal trial run. we have several more cal, hunter, pearson, and gulfstar vessels for sale. if you're in the seattle, tacoma, bellevue, or kent areas, please contact us to let us know what you're looking for and we'll get back with you today about any other cruising sailboat options we have locally that may meet your needs. we are looking for people all over the country who share our love for boats and rvs. if you like the idea of working for yourself from home, please visit wherefreedomtakesyou [dot] com to learn more about how we do what we do. you have questions? we have answers. call us at (941) 548-7496 to discuss this vessel today.