Spirit 32 Buyer's Guide
Shopping the used brokerage market for a Spirit 32 means considering one of 127 Belgian-built hulls from the 1977–1995 production run, designed by Jacques de Ridder and constructed by A. J. Van Heygen in Boom. These solid-fiberglass masthead sloops have circulated mostly in their home waters, and a buyer should understand both the boat's configuration spread and its documented physical limits before committing.
Layouts on the Used Market
The Spirit 32 was offered with alternative keels, which directly affects where you can take her. The shoaler fin sits at about 1.59 to 1.69 meters loaded and suits most marinas, while the deeper keel runs 1.83 to 1.93 meters and confines you to major harbours. All boats carry six berths and 1.85 meters of headroom, with a 28-horsepower diesel and shaft drive as standard auxiliary. The 130-liter water and 60-liter fuel tanks are fixed parameters rather than owner-variable options.
Equipment and Common Upgrades
On the used market, an autopilot is commonly fitted, reflecting the boat's role as a shorthanded North Sea cruiser. Radar, AIS, and chartplotter are often seen as part of a navigational refit. Beyond those, buyers should not assume other specific upgrades and should judge each listing on its own installed gear.
What to Inspect
The keel configuration is the one area needing verification: confirm which keel is fitted and its actual loaded draft, since the deep version limits access. The immersion rate of about 201 kg/cm means load condition visibly changes draft and trim, so assess tankage and stowage accordingly.
Availability and Buyer's Takeaway
Spirit 32s typically appear in Belgium, the Netherlands, and Germany. For a buyer, the practical checklist is: verify keel type and draft, confirm the diesel and shaft drive are serviced, check for a fitted autopilot and the often-present radar/AIS/chartplotter suite, and inspect the solid hull for wear. She is a numerically conservative, well-built classic worth a look if marina draft suits your plans.
Price & volume trends
Monthly asking-price and listing-volume trends for the Spirit 32. The line shows the median ask each month; the bars show how many listings appeared.
Monthly breakdown · 5 rows
| Month | Listings | Median ask | Δ vs. last mo. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 25 | 2 | $23,597 | — |
| Nov 25 | 1 | $20,392 | -13.6% |
| Apr 26 | 2 | $23,597 | +15.7% |
| May 26 | 1 | $23,306 | -1.2% |
| Jun 26 | 1 | $44,863 | +92.5% |
Where they're listed
Spirit 32 listings appear across 3 countries. Belgium has the most listings with 3 (50.0%), followed by Netherlands and Germany.
Country view
6 listings · 3 countries| Country | Median ask | Listings · 12 mo | Active · 90 d | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $26,801 | 3 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Netherlands | $20,392 | 2 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Germany | $44,863 | 1 | 1 | 16.7% |
Comparable models
Similar length, displacement, and era. Open a row to compare that model's market page.
Similar boats to compare
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sadler 32 | 31.5' | $ 22,140 | 55 | 11 |
| Dufour Classic 32 | 32.67' | $ 45,000 | 31 | 11 |
| J-Boats J/32 | 32.6' | $ 65,000 | 25 | 12 |
| Jeanneau Sun Fast 32 | 31.17' | $ 49,263 | 24 | 8 |
| Van De Stadt 34 | 33.63' | $ 35,866 | 19 | 2 |
| Beneteau First 32 | 32.5' | $ 20,975 | 15 | 2 |
| C&C 32 | 31.5' | $ 21,517 | 13 | 5 |
| Sabre 32 | 32.17' | $ 35,000 | 11 | 7 |
| Pearson 32 | 31.75' | $ 16,500 | 11 | 7 |
| Spirit 32You are here | — | $ 23,306 | 7 | 1 |