1988 Sunseeker Portofino 31 boat for sale
A classic British sports cruiser, this 1988 Sunseeker Portofino 31 combines timeless styling with capable performance. Powered by twin Volvo Penta AD41 diesel engines, she offers confident handling with bow thruster and trim tabs. Well presented and recently launched, Columbian Crew features a sociable cockpit, full enclosure, and comfortable accommodation for four, ideal for relaxed weekend cruising.
The Sunseeker Portofino 31 is a timeless British sports cruiser, renowned for her sleek lines, capable performance and sociable cockpit layout. Built in Poole by Sunseeker Power Boats, this model continues to be a popular choice for coastal cruising and weekend getaways.
A very attractive example of this much-admired Sunseeker classic. With twin diesel engines, bow thruster and a comfortable cockpit and cabin arrangement, Columbian Crew is an ideal weekend cruiser offering classic looks and rewarding performance.
Key Facts
- Make: Sunseeker
- Model: Portofino 31
- Year: 1988
- Length Overall: 9.83m (32’3”)
- Beam: 3.30m (10’10”)
- Draft: 0.99m (3’3”)
- Displacement: 5,080kg
- Hull Material: GRP
- Engines: Twin Volvo Penta AD41 Diesel
- Drive: Sterndrives with Duo-Props
- Berths: 4
- Cabins: 2
- Heads: 1
- Registry: British Part I
- Boat Name: Columbian Crew
Construction
- White GRP hull and deck
- Grey superstructure with yellow cove line
- Stainless steel framed windscreen
- Self-draining cockpit
- Cable-operated power steering
Accommodation
Sleeps 4 in one cabin plus saloon
- Forward V-shaped seating converting to double berth
- Dark grey upholstery throughout
- Removable saloon table
- Overhead hatch and opening portlights
- Approx. 1.72m (5’8”) headroom
Galley
- Two-burner gas hob
- 12V refrigerator
- Stainless steel sink
- Storage cupboards
Heads
- Enclosed toilet compartment
- Marine WC
- Hand basin and shower
Cockpit & Deck
- Fully enclosed cockpit canopy
- Ample seating with removable tables
- Seating converts to sunpad
- Twin bench helm seat
- Bathing platform with ladder and shower
- Snap davits
- Stainless steel pulpit and guardrails
Machinery
- Engines: Twin Volvo Penta AD41 diesel
- Engine Hours: Approx. 1,462
- Last Serviced: June 2025
- Bow Thruster: Side-Power
- Trim Tabs: Bennett
- Outdrives: Duo-Props
- Full engine instrumentation
Electrical & Tankage
Electrical
- 12V system
- 4 × Numax M135 batteries (NEW 2024)
- Engine alternator charging
- 240V shore power with cable
Tankage
- Fuel: approx. 501 litres
- Fresh Water: approx. 160 litres
- Calorifier: approx. 22 litres
Navigation & Electronics
- Garmin GPSMAP 750
- Standard Horizon VHF
- Ritchie steering compass
- Humminbird 170 fish finderLog / speed instrument
- Echo sounder
Additional Equipment
- Electric anchor windlass with remote
- Bruce 10kg anchor with chain
- Navigation lights
- Horn
- 2 × automatic bilge pumps
- Boarding ladder
- Warps and fenders
- Clock and barometer
Disclaimer
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
CLIPPER MARINE LTD is a broker not a lender and is authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority with FRN 734237.
CLIPPER MARINE LTD will not charge you any fee for this service as we will receive payment by way of fees direct from CGI FINANCE. The amount of the fees we receive from CGI FINANCE does not vary depending on the features of the loan and this payment does not affect the amount payable under the terms of the loan agreement.









