Island 33 Sailboats for Sale

Hull Type

Monohull · fin

Rig

Masthead Sloop

LOA

33.5' · 10.21 m

Disp.

10,200 lbs · 4,627 kg

First year

1960

The Islander 33 (frequently categorized in databases simply as the Island 33) represents a quintessential example of the "plastic classic" era of American yacht building. Designed by naval architect Joseph H. McGlasson and constructed by the Wayfarer Yacht Corporation (which later evolved into Islander Yachts), the model was built from 1964 through 1971. The design is essentially a direct, flushdeck evolution of McGlasson's earlier Islander 32, reimagined to maximize internal living volume and deckworking space without extending the hull's footprint. Intended primarily as a robust, forgiving coastal cruiser, the Islander 33 was built during a transitional period in fiberglass fabrication, resulting in an incredibly thick, overengineered hull laminate that has allowed many of these vessels to survive well into the twentyfirst century. This model has even proven its structural integrity in demanding environments, with documented hulls completing successful circumnavigations.