The Frers-designed Nautor-Swan 36 is one of the finest mid-30-foot racer/cruisers ever built, introduced as an entry model during Nautor-Swan’s peak. Known for its craftsmanship, this rare model features a large cockpit, walk-through companionway, and scoop transom, offering both easy single-handed sailing and comfortable cruising for a week.
WEST WIND is in excellent condition, with upgrades including North 3DL sails, B&G electronics, new running rigging, batteries, and dark blue Ultraleather upholstery. For those seeking a high-quality cruiser with great performance, WEST WIND is an exceptional find in the U.S. brokerage market.
| Name of vessel | WEST WIND |
| Model | Nautor-Swan 36 |
| Year | 1989 |
| Builder | Nautor-Swan |
| Designer | German Frers |
| Price | $69,000 USD |
| Location | Sausalito, CA |
| Length (feet) | 36' 7" |
| Beam (feet) | 11' 9" |
| Draft (feet) | 6' 9" |
| Displacement (pounds) | 14800 |
| Ballast (pounds) | 5600 |
| Engine model | Volvo Penta 2003R |
| Engine horsepower | 28 |
| Engine hours | |
| Fuel tank capacity (gallons) | 31.7 |
| Water tank capacity (gallons) | 63.4 |
| Holding tank capacity (gallons) | 15 |
Additional Specs, Equipment, and Information:
Builder/Designer
Builder: Nautor Swan Designer: German Frers
Year: 1989
Hull Material: Fiberglass
Engine/Fuel Type: Single Diesel YW# 61891-1974639
Dimensions
LOA: 36′ 7″
LWL: 29′ 7″
Draft: 6′ 9″
Displacement: 14,800 lbs
Ballast: 5,600 lbs
Beam: 11′ 9″
Engine
Engine: Volvo Penta
Engine Model: 2003R
Engine HP: 28 hp
Tankage
Fuel: 31.7 gallons
Water: 63.4 gallons
Holding: 15 gallons
WEST WIND boasts the standard Swan 36 three-cabin layout with finely crafted light teak and hand-rubbed varnish. The forward cabin includes a new “V” berth, storage, and hanging locker. The head, accessible from both the fore-cabin and salon, features a shower-converting sink. The salon has a drop-leaf table and 6.4′ settee berths. Wrap-over windows, halogen lights, and an Arctic diesel furnace provide comfort. The galley offers a 3-burner stove, fridge, stainless sinks, and storage. The starboard cabin has convertible berths and ample locker space, while the nav area includes chart storage and electronics displays.
Accommodations
Below deck, the Swan 36 offers a bright and spacious three-cabin layout with full headroom and a flat sole throughout. The forward owner’s stateroom and aft cabin provide comfortable accommodations alongside a modern, side-on navigation station with a touch-sensitive switchboard. The well-equipped galley features double stainless sinks, a four-compartment top-loaded refrigerator, and a gimbaled three-burner stove with an extractor fan and remote gas shut-off for safety. The pressurized hot/cold water system extends to the large head, which includes a shower, oilskin locker, and dual access. The saloon has wide settees with bolstered fronts for extra comfort, while six berths—two of which can be doubles—are all 6.4′ long.
Dark blue Ultraleather in the salon
The comfort comes without compromise.
Stripped and revarnished cabin sole with eight coats of satin varnish in 2002 Salon table protective cover
Galley
Koolmatic 12 volt top loading 4.2 cu. ft. refrigerator
Mobile Life 3 burner propane stove and oven
Hot and cold pressure water system
Stainless steel double sink
Seawater foot pump
Goiot 34.18 opening hatch to cockpit
Custom exhaust hood and extractor fan
Spice rack
Electronics & Navigation
(2) Triton2 Speed/Depth/Wind
Zeus3 12” MFD, Insight Charts
Skaanti 3000 VHF radio
Windex
Raymarine Smartpilot autopilot computer, compass, and control head
Cetrek hydraulic autopilot drive on independent rudder post arm
Suunto binnacle compass
AIS Class B transponder, V3100, Speed Sensing w/GPS
AIS Antenna Splitter, NSPL-500
Graphic Display
SailPod PreCut-BG Zeus
RA70Ni AM/FM Bluetooth N2K Stereo
FR6022 6” Speakers
Electrical Systems
12 Volt DC system
New 50′ 30amp shore power cable
Digital voltmeter and ammeter
110V AC electrical system
Statpower 10 amp smart charger
M2 State-of-Charge Meter
Mastervolt Chargemaster 50 Amp Battery Charger
Custom Nautor-Swan switch panel with watertight membrane switches
(3) NSB210FT 12V 209 ah AGM batteries
Gel starting battery/Battery isolation switch
Sails and Rigging
Quoted from the Swan 36 brochure:
On the water, the Swan 36 showcases its pedigree with fast acceleration, excellent speed, and a maneuverable hull, delivering a confident sailing experience for cruising or racing. Designed for performance, strength, and ease of handling, most functions are operated from the cockpit, including sail reduction via a single-line reefing system. Equipped with Lewmar self-tailing winches, Spinlock stoppers, and custom-engineered components like an anchor-clamping bow roller and mast, Nautor ensures superior craftsmanship and reliability. The masthead rig can support an optional furling genoa system for efficiency, while the 28hp Volvo Penta engine delivers 7 knots or more under power.
140% North 3DL Marathon jib
North Marathon 3DL full batten main with 2 reef points, Harken Battcar system, Mainsail cover
EZ-Jacks mainsail flaking system
Full battened spare Doyle mainsail
Partial battened spare mainsail
Heavy #1 Genoa
Light #1 Genoa
#3 Genoa
#4 Genoa
Halsey Lidgard radial cut cruising genoa with foam luff and UV cover
Light “Quicksilver” Genoa
Storm jib
0.75 oz North Gennaker with ATN sock and turtle bag
Double spreader Nautor aluminum mast
Reckman headsail furling unit
Spinnaker pole
Jockey pole
Navtec hydraulic backstay and vang on the cockpit panel
Removable babystay
Lewmar ST46 self-tailing primary winches
Lewmar ST46 self-tailing secondary winches
(4) Lewmar ST40 self-tailing halyard/reef winches on coachroof
Aluminum double spreader keel-stepped mast
Navtec rod rigging
Validator SKB main halyard
Tylaska T8 jib halyard
Tylaska T8 spin halyard
(1) hydraulic pump handle
(4) winch handle pockets in the cockpit
(4) winch handles
Deck & Hull
Quoted from the Swan 36 brochure:
The Swan 36 introduces a new level of sophistication, featuring a single-skin, hand-laid hull with a durable synthetic weave and a system of prefabricated stiffeners that double as conduits and furniture bases. Its design offers practicality and style, with an optional bathing platform, raised coachroof, and a deep, secure cockpit with walk-through access. Thoughtful details like ample handholds, precision-engineered deck fittings, and vacuum-glued teak decks minimize leaks and enhance durability. The Swan 36 combines function and form, ensuring space, light, safety, and comfort on board.
No other gives so much.
Anchor roller with securing clamp
Bow anchor well
35lb Bruce anchor with 5/16 chain and 250′ rode
Double lifelines
Lifeline gates added
Scandinavian stainless steel bow pulpit with teak seat
Stainless pushpit with boarding gate
Two stainless steel handrails along coachroof
Huge cockpit locker with molded FRP sundial drain
Mainsail cover
“Sugar Scoop” style transom
Wheel/binnacle cover
Stainless steel transom ladder with teak treads
Transom ladder also mounts for stern gangway
Elk hide-covered steering wheel
12V portable spotlight
Replaced all acrylic fixed and opening hatch lenses
Two boat hooks
Teak cockpit table
Four fenders
Knutsson cockpit speakers
Dock lines
Avon Redcrest inflatable dinghy
Lifesling in soft rail-mounted case
Boom tent covering forward cockpit and companionway
Mechanical Systems
Volvo Penta model 2003R 28 hp diesel
Fresh water cooled
31.7-gallon fuel tank
Stainless steel propeller shaft
Two-blade Max-prop
Manual bilge pump operated in the cockpit
Racor fuel filter pump
Manual bilge pump operated in the salon
Rule 2000 12V electric bilge pump with float switch
63.4 gallons of water in two stainless steel tanks with pressure pump and accumulator
15-gallon stainless steel holding tank with macerator and deck pump-out connection
31.7-gallon stainless steel fuel tank with electrical level indicator
Propane solenoid switch
Dripless shaft seal
Ardic diesel forced-air cabin heater
20-pound aluminum propane tank
Water heater