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1988 Sunseeker Portofino 31

Poole, Dorset, United Kingdom
£29,950 inc VAT

Name: Columbian Crew

Builder: --

Length: 9.83 m

Draft: 0.99 m

HIN: --

Hull: Fibreglass (GRP)

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.

Columbian Crew is a well-presented example, powered by twin Volvo Penta AD41 diesel engines and equipped with desirable features including bow thruster, trim tabs and a full cockpit enclosure. She is ashore at Poole and ready for the season, she offers classic Sunseeker style at an attractive entry point.




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.


Columbian Crew is available to view in Poole. For more information please contact Jenna at 01202 916 424 or email jenna@clippermarine.co.uk 

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
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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.

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Tax status
Tax / VAT status:
Paid
Measurements
LOA:
9.83 m
Beam:
3.30 m
Displacement:
5080 kg
Draft:
0.99 m
Air Draft:
--
Dry Weight:
--
Propulsion
Engine No:
1
Engine hours:
1462
Fuel:
Diesel
Fuel capacity:
500 litres
Make:
Volvo
Model:
Penta AD41
HP each:
200
Drive type:
Stern Drive

Engine No:
2
Engine hours:
1462
Fuel:
Diesel
Fuel capacity:
500 litres
Make:
Volvo
Model:
Penta AD41
HP each:
200
Drive type:
Stern Drive
Accommodation
Single berths:
--
Double berths:
2
Cabins:
1
Heads:
1
Fresh water:
160 litres