The Colvic Countess 33 is a quintessential example of the British "heavy cruiser" philosophy that dominated the 1970s and 80s. Designed by the renowned naval architect Ian Anderson, the Countess 33 was conceived as a robust, sea-kindly vessel capable of tackling the challenging coastal conditions of Northern Europe and the Atlantic. While Colvic Craft provided the high-quality Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP) hull and deck moldings, the majority of these vessels were finished by independent yards or as amateur "home-build" projects. Consequently, while the structural integrity of the hull is a constant, the interior fit-out, engineering, and overall quality vary significantly from one hull to the next. The model was offered in both aft-cockpit and center-cockpit configurations, making it a versatile platform for either coastal family cruising or long-distance voyaging.
Colvic Countess 33 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

- Make
- Colvic
- Model
- Countess 33
- Builder
- Colvic Craft
- Designer
- Ian Anderson
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1980 - 1988
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