Grampian Classic 31 Sailboats for Sale

Drawing Diagram

Builder drawing

Hull Type

Monohull · fin

Rig

Cutter

LOA

30.92' · 9.42 m

Disp.

9,722 lbs · 4,410 kg

First year

1964

The Grampian Classic 31 represents a pivotal transition in North American boatbuilding, bridging the gap between traditional wooden yacht aesthetics and the thenemerging durability of fiberglass. Designed by Peter Van Dine and introduced in the mid1960s, the Classic 31 was the "middle child" of Grampian Marine’s specialized Classic series, which also included the smaller Classic 22 and the larger, Sparkman & Stephensdesigned Classic 37. While later Grampian models—such as the ubiquitous Grampian 26—prioritized maximize interior volume and manufacturing efficiency, the Classic 31 was aimed at the traditionalist. It features a graceful sheerline, a narrow beam by modern standards, and a substantial long keel with a cutaway forefoot, reflecting a design philosophy that prioritized seaworthiness and "sweet" lines over dockside living space.