Irwin 32 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Drawing Diagram

Builder drawing

Hull type

Monohull · centerboard

Rig

Masthead Sloop

LOA

32' · 9.75 m

Displ.

11,500 lbs · 5,216 kg

First year

1970

The Irwin 32, a quintessential Ted Irwin design, debuted in the late 1960s as a versatile sloop intended to bridge the gap between competitive club racing and family cruising. Produced during a period when Irwin Yachts was establishing its dominance in the Florida boatbuilding scene, the 32 was engineered to navigate the thin waters of the Gulf Coast and the Bahamas while maintaining enough stability for coastal hops. Often found in a centerboard configuration, the boat reflects the designer's "MORC" (Midget Ocean Racing Club) influences, emphasizing a hull that is relatively easy to drive with a manageable sail plan. While it was eventually superseded by the more modern "Citation" series, the original Irwin 32 remains a staple of the used market for sailors seeking a classic aesthetic paired with a shallowdraft capability.