1981 HALLBERG RASSY 352
For sale: A 1981 Hallberg-Rassy 352, a legendary offshore cruiser celebrated for its durability, comfort at sea, and unmatched craftsmanship. Its center cockpit provides excellent protection and ease of handling.
This third-owner yacht, lovingly maintained by its current passionate owner since 2008, has benefited from meticulous upkeep and, most notably, a major refit in 2021, ensuring many more years of carefree sailing. Significant investments have been made to guarantee reliability, performance, and comfort.
Key Specifications:
Builder: Hallberg-Rassy
Model: 352
Year: 1981
Designer: Olle Enderlein / Christoph Rassy
LOA (Length Overall): 10.54 m (34’7”)
Beam: 3.38 m (11’1”)
Draft: 1.67 m (5’6”)
Hull Material: Fiberglass (GRP)
Current Owner: 3rd owner (since 2008)
Major Refit & Upgrades (2021 – Invoices Available):
Deck & Hull:
Full teak deck replacement
Complete hull sandblasting & preventive epoxy osmosis treatment
Engine & Propulsion:
New Volvo Penta D2-75 engine (only 490 hours)
Full propulsion system overhaul: new gearbox, coupling, shaft, and new propeller
Electrical & Energy:
Victron Energy service battery bank (2 x 100Ah – 2021)
New engine battery (2023)
Rigging:
Standing rigging (replaced in 2002) fully removed, inspected, and certified by a professional in 2021
Interior:
New saloon paneling (vaigrages)
Recent & Key Upgrades:
Navigation Electronics (Raymarine System – 2023):
Raymarine Axiom 7 multifunction GPS/chartplotter
Full Raymarine instrument suite (autopilot, log, depth sounder, wind vane/anemometer) integrated via SeaTalk & NMEA2000
Safety:
Brand-new liferaft (2024, certified until 2027)
Jackstays (lifelines)
Engine & Systems:
Heat exchanger cleaned & serviced (2025)
Comfort:
Webasto forced-air heating
Hot water system
Full cockpit enclosure (taud) – extends living space in all weather
Sails:
Mainsail on in-mast furler
Genoa on furler
Symmetric spinnaker
Additional Equipment:
Uship 230 dinghy (2010) with Suzuki 2.5hp outboard (2010)
Manual windlass
Bow thruster
Key Advantages:
A classic Hallberg-Rassy – a proven, safe, and supremely comfortable offshore cruiser
Recent major investments – deck, engine, hull, and interior – buy with confidence, no major expenses ahead!
Powerful & reliable Volvo D2-75 engine – low hours (490)
Ready to sail immediately – no major work needed
Secure center cockpit & full enclosure – enhanced comfort in all seasons
Upgraded onboard comfort – Webasto heating, hot water, new saloon paneling
Modern Raymarine electronics – recent Axiom 7 chartplotter & integrated instruments
Rigging inspected & up-to-date safety gear (2024 liferaft)
New Victron service batteries & engine battery
Full inventory & photos available upon request.
This Hallberg-Rassy 352 is a rare opportunity to acquire a legendary, meticulously maintained yacht, extensively modernized and ready for coastal or offshore cruising in comfort and confidence. A viewing is highly recommended to appreciate its excellent condition and quality of workmanship.
Ideal for sailors seeking a turnkey, high-end cruising yacht with timeless Swedish craftsmanship.
