Old Boat, Big Charm | 1968 Cheoy Lee Offshore 31 for $12.5K

#boatfoolssailing #cheapboats #boattour #herreshoff #cheoylee #classicsailboat Old Boat, Big Charm | 1968 Cheoy Lee Offshore 31 for $12.5K In this episode of BoatFools Sailing, Canadian Ken and I travel to Bath, Maine — home of Bath Iron Works — to step aboard a beautifully cared-for 1968 Cheoy Lee Offshore 31 Ketch named Aquila. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Opener 00:38 Intro 03:16 Keel, Rudder, & Topsides 06:48 Up on Deck! 17:02 Below Deck! 24:01 The Diesel 26:43 Final Thoughts This isn’t just another boat listing. After more than 20 years of cruising the Maine coast and beyond to Canada, her owners—now in their 80s—have made the difficult decision to pass her along to the next caretaker. And here’s the kicker… She’s asking just $12,500. We take you on a full walkthrough of this classic Cheoy Lee, exploring: -The timeless appeal of the Offshore 31 ketch design -Why these boats have a true cult following -Major upgrades including new sails (2023), mast (2019), engine (2009), and more -Classic touches like varnished spars, teak throughout, and even a custom stainless steel woodstove -What it’s like to own and singlehand a traditional ketch This is what BoatFools is all about — real boats, real stories, and helping great old sailboats find their next life on the water. TO CONTACT THE SELLER, PLEASE EMAIL: shoalcove@comcast.net WE HAVE NO FINANCIAL INTEREST IN THIS SAILBOAT! If you’ve ever dreamed about owning a capable, character-filled cruising sailboat without breaking the bank… this might be one of the best opportunities we’ve seen. ⚓ Launch planned for June — she’s ready to go. Real boats, real people, real fun! Sailboats for the Rest of Us! Join us for full boat tours, expert insights, and sailing adventures—all with a touch of humor.