Intrepid 30

[greg bolt]

I have an opportunity to buy an Intrepid 30 ('80 model) for what I believe is a very reasonable price. I need any information on this boat and what a good one might be worth. Everything down below is in good condition and it seems like a sound boat. The sails are good and it has roller furling 130%. The inboard diesel seems in great shape as well.

Anyone know about these boats?



gregbolt@phoenix.net

[Carl Nord]

Anyone know about these boats?

Greg,
I used to see a nice one in Marion Mass all the time.
I was told they were essentially a CD 30 with a slightly different layout built with the charter market in mind.
I know nothing about any difference in construction etc.

My inclination of the value would be something less then a CD 30
in comperable condition only since you do not get direct benifit of the Cape Dory name.

Good Luck,
Carl

[Michelle d'Aoust]

I hope my memory serves me well for a little history, since this takes us back to the early 1970's.
The Intrepid 35 was a lovely boat, designed by McCurdy & Rhodes as a fast cruiser (fin keel) of sound construction. She was initially produced under the name of Heritage 35 and approximately 12 boats were built before the company went belly-up.
At that time, Cape Dory Yachts bought the tooling (and they do know a good boat design). They also added a smaller version of the boat, the Intrepid 30, to round out their new line. I think that approximately five Intrepid 35's and fifteen Intrepid 30's were built by Cape Dory. Regretably, CD made a decision to terminate the production of their new line. It probably gave them a split marketing personality.
Our Intrepid 30 was great and had I stayed in New England, would have certainly kept her for several years. Originally, had we been able to afford the Intrepid 35, I can guarantee that I would still have her.
Hope this helps. Let me know if you have more questions. The e-mail works. Have fun.






madaoust@ix.netcom.com

[Gil Burns]

The Intrepid line of Cape Dorys were an attempt to build a more performance oriented cruising sailboat. The Intrepid 30, I believe, is a misnomer. The boat was designated as a 9M. It is based upon the Grampian 28 mold with deck and interior modifications by Cape Dory. Although I have never sailed one, I am told that the boat lives up to the CD reputation for a quality built boat.

Regards,
Gil Burns



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[Steve Arnold]

I currently have owned a 79 Intrepid for last 10 years. My only complaint is the Volvo MD-7A 2 cyl diesel. Have rebuilt the head 3 times in last 10 years. It's running well now but wonder for how long it will last. Would love to re-power with Yanmar but cost is steep.

Send an email if you need more info.

Steve Arnold
Narragansett Bay, RI
srarnold@concentric.net



srarnold@concentric.net

[Tom Bailey]

I also have the Volvo MD7A in my CD 28. What were the symptoms which made you rebuild the head on your engine? Mine seems to run well, but if I run at more than half-throttle for more than about 20 min., it seems to heat up more than it should.



trbailey@gte.net

[Joe Wysong]

The Intrepid line of Cape Dorys were an attempt to build a more performance oriented cruising sailboat. The Intrepid 30, I believe, is a misnomer. The boat was designated as a 9M. It is based upon the Grampian 28 mold with deck and interior modifications by Cape Dory. Although I have never sailed one, I am told that the boat lives up to the CD reputation for a quality built boat.

Regards,
Gil Burns

Gil is about 95% right except the hulls were laid by Grampain and finished by Cape Dory. These boats love to sail with their rails in the water. Not for cruising, but some of the best "high anxiety" sailing I've ever had.

Joe



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