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Builder & Designer:
- Builder: Westerly Marine Ltd. (UK) (referred to as Westerly Yachts). The provided builder article is NOT relevant.
- Designer: Laurent Giles (and partners ltd.).
- Laurent Giles' philosophy for cruisers often emphasized seaworthiness and robust design. His work included twin keels.
- Westerly Yachts (UK) ethos: Known for durable, family-friendly GRP cruising sailboats, mass-produced in a modern factory. They dominated the UK leisure yachting industry in the 70s and 80s. Quality control was not always perfect in the 1970s, as with many cars of the era, but underlying build quality was good, leading to longevity.
Boat Details from & Search:
- Purpose: A robust twin-keel cruising yacht, suitable for families.
- Production: 1975-1982, 55 built.
- Variations: Twin keel version of the Conway 36. Rebranded as Conway 36 MkII in 1979. Center cockpit. Sloop or ketch rig options. Offered with 4 different interior layouts.
- Performance Ratios:
- SA/Disp: ~11.9 (underpowered for light winds, good in heavy air).
- Ballast/Disp: ~48% (very stable/stiff, stands up well to wind).
- Disp/Length: ~279 (medium-heavy cruiser).
- Hull: Fiberglass solid, twin keel.
- Engine: Volvo Penta MD3B, 36hp diesel.
- Capacities: 30 gal fuel, 40 gal water.
- Headroom: Not specified in, and specific search didn't yield a direct number, but "spacious accommodations for 6" implies reasonable headroom, especially for a 36ft cruiser. I'll avoid quoting a specific number.
Interior/Accommodations:
- Center cockpit design allows for a large aft cabin, uniquely accessed from the main saloon (a first for Westerly).
- Multiple interior layouts (4 options).
- Spacious accommodations for 6.
- Typical Westerly finish from the era would be practical, often incorporating wood trim with fiberglass. I need to infer general materials based on the builder's era. I will mention "practical, family-oriented" without going into specific wood types unless found.
Owner Perspectives:
- Underlying good build quality, boats have "stood the test of time".
- Quality control was "not always perfect" in the 1970s.
- Owners often praise the solid construction and comfortable motion (implied by stability ratios).
- Some forum discussions exist, indicating an owner community.
I have enough information for all sections. I will now generate the article.