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1980 Niagara 35 "Moonshine" — A Proven Canadian Cruiser, Clean and Ready to Sail

Few boats earned their reputation the way the Niagara 35 did. Designed by Mark Ellis and built by Hinterhoeller Yachts in St. Catharines, Ontario, she set a benchmark that many still consider close to the ideal 35-foot cruising boat — modern enough in her fin keel and spade rudder to sail well, traditional enough in her lines and proportions to age gracefully. Roughly 260 hulls were built between 1978 and 1990, and good examples remain sought-after decades later for exactly the reasons Ellis designed her: comfortable below, capable offshore, and genuinely enjoyable at the helm.

"Moonshine" is a clean, well-kept example of this Mark I design, offered ready to sail. She carries the qualities the Niagara 35 has always been known for — solid Canadian construction, a stable and forgiving motion underway, and a layout that works equally well for a weekend on the water or an extended cruise along the coast. For anyone looking for a proven bluewater-capable design without the upkeep worries that come with a project boat, this is a well-cared-for opportunity to own one.

Contact Matt Debicki for more information!