**”OOHLA” — 1987 Sabre 42 Centerboard Sloop**

“OOHLA” is a classic 1987 Sabre 42 centerboard sloop, well-regarded for her strong construction, excellent sailing performance, and comfortable cruising layout. Built in Maine and designed by Roger Hewson, this model remains a favorite among experienced sailors seeking a capable coastal or offshore cruiser.

Her shoal/deep draft configuration (4’9″ board up / 8’6″ board down) provides exceptional versatility, allowing access to shallow anchorages while still delivering strong upwind performance offshore.

**Interior**
Below deck, she offers a spacious two-cabin, two-head layout with rich teak joinery, teak and holly sole, an L-shaped galley with stove/oven, refrigeration, hot water system, a dedicated navigation station, and excellent ventilation throughout — ideal for extended cruising.

**Engine & Mechanical**
Powered by a Westerbeke 46HP diesel, she cruises comfortably in the mid-6 knot range (~2,065 hours). Recent mechanical updates include a new alternator, new oil pressure sending unit, and repaired transmission linkage. Additional mechanical highlights include a 3-blade feathering MaxProp and an Aquadrive thrust system.

**Sails & Rigging**
– Doyle mainsail & roller furling genoa
– Asymmetric spinnaker with sock
– Multiple additional sails including storm inventory
– Harken MKIII furler
– Navtec rod rigging

**Electronics & Navigation**
– Garmin chartplotters
– B&G autopilot
– Depth, speed, and wind instrumentation
– AIS transponder

**Electrical & Systems**
– Fischer Panda 4.2kW generator (reported operational; should be tested)
– Shore power & battery charger
– Solar panel system
– Dometic air conditioning

**Deck & Equipment**
– Dodger & bimini
– Electric windlass
– Full ground tackle
– Swim ladder & cockpit table

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**Seller Notes / Opportunities**

This vessel has been actively used and offers strong fundamentals. The following items are noted for transparency:

– **Cosmetics:** Topsides show scratches/chafe; deck paint and some caulking work are not professionally finished; exterior teak will benefit from refinishing
– **Plumbing:** Aft head requires service/rebuild
– **Generator:** Operational per prior survey but should be recommissioned/tested
– **Electronics:** Functional but dated; radar removed; tachometer currently inoperative
– **Electrical:** Battery bank condition uncertain; recommend testing and system review
– **Engine:** Typical diesel startup smoke; runs cleaner when warm; prior oil leak (since addressed) with residual oil in bilge
– **Transmission:** Fluid level previously low on delivery; linkage issue has been repaired

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“OOHLA” is a true Sabre cruiser with excellent bones, strong sailing characteristics, and a proven design. With some cosmetic and systems attention, she represents a compelling value for a buyer seeking a capable 42′ cruising sailboat. More pictures are available upon request.

Disclaimer

The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.