1985 Tom Colvin 50 Custom

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$ 139,000.00

Condition
Used
Year
1985
Make
Tom
Model
Colvin 50 Custom
Length
50
Posted
Oct 12, 2026
Additional information
Fuel
Diesel
Exterior Color
Green
Sleeping Capacity
6
# of Air Conditioners
1
Water Capacity
200
Description
This Tom Colvin has been on the market for more than 30 days (Aug 30th). If you are thinking of making an offer, submit it today and let's make a deal!

1985 TOM COLVIN 50 CUSTOM-DESIGNED LONG DISTANCE CRUISER SCHOONER BULT FOR THE OPEN OCEAN AND LIVE-ABOARDABLE. SHE'S A BEAUTY!!!

The 1985 Tom Colvin 50 Custom sailboat is an exceptional bluewater cruiser designed for long-range self-sufficiency and classic live-aboard comfort. Featuring a robust aft cockpit layout, this gaff rigged traditional schooner offers an expansive split-cabin interior layout and incredible 360-degree visibility from the helm. Built for the open ocean, the vessel balances functional mechanical spaces with impressive range.

Engineered for self-sufficiency, the vessel boasts an incredible 150-gallon fuel capacity split between 75-gallon diesel tanks, alongside a generous 200-gallon fresh water capacity split across four 50-gallon tanks, allowing for months of off-grid exploration.

Built at Island Star Marine, Gulfport, MS in 1985, based on the Thomas Colvin design Schooner.

She is a shoal draft traditional V-bottom Sharpie, moderately light displacement hull, handles easily under power or sail, and is good for small crew operation.

The boat has a full shallow keel with single chine, and clipper bow, with a raking curved counter stern, aft steering with auto pilot, powered with a Yanmar 4JHSE 52 HP engine with a ZF30M Mechanical Clutch.

While we will always attempt to provide you with a TRUE representation of every vessel we market, during any purchase from Pop you will be encouraged to schedule an inspection from an independent, accredited surveyor and every purchase WILL ALWAYS BE subject to your satisfaction with the results from your independent survey and your own personal trial run.

Condition:
All sails are in good useable condition, roller furling Jib, fore sail, main sail, top sail and fisherman sail.
All sails were made by Shurr Sails Pensacola, FL and have newer sail covers.

The boat comes with 2 anchors both plow 65lbs. and 45lbs with approximately 200' chain with Mechanical Winch. Boat does not have a generator, AC power is furnished with a battery powered 3500/5000w inverter.

Also comes with a 5k Carry-on AC unit, with full galley and salon with marine propane stove, 12v DC chiller unit and plenty of storage. Berth with double bed and head with shower, aft has head with shower 3 berths.

This vessel, for its age, is ready to sail.
Additional Features
Owners: 2
Pet-Free
Boat Type: Hardchine Full Keel
Hulls: 1
Hull Material: Steel
Designer: Tom Colvin
Engines: 1
Engine Type: Inboard
Drive: Direct Drive ZF30M
Engine: Yanmar 4JH5E
Engine Year: 1985
Horsepower: 52
Engine Hours: 80
Propeller: Bronze
Fuel Burn: 1 gal/hr
Cruising Speed: 8 mph
Max Speed: 9 mph
Min Draft: 5 ft
Bridge Clearance: 48 ft
Waterline Length: 39.5 ft
Berths: 3
Cabins: 1
Saltwater Use
Liveaboard Capable
Accommodations: Bunks - Aft, Cabin Lighting, Cabinets, Dinette, Hanging Locker, Head, Pressurized Water System, Shower, Sink - Galley, Stateroom - Forward, Stove / Oven
Construction Features: Bottom Paint
Deck Gear: Anchor, Anchor Locker, Cleats - Fixed, Cockpit Seating, Cover - Engine, Hatch Covers
Electrical Systems: 110v AC Outlets, 12 V DC Outlets, AC Electric Panel, Battery Switch, Battery Tender, Circuit Breaker Panel, Cockpit Accent Lighting, Fuse Panel, Hour Meter, Inverter, Number Of Batteries, Oil Pressure Gauge, Shore Power, Solar Panel, Tachometer, Volt Meter, Water Heater
Mechanical Systems: Bilge Inductor System, Bilge Pump, Engine Alarms, Fuel Injected Engine, Holding Tanks, Macerator, Rudder, Throttle/shift: Mech, Water Tanks
Navigational Equipment: Autopilot, Compass, Navigation Lights, VHF, VHF Antenna
Rigging: Blocks, Fore Boom, Fore Mast, Forestay, Lifelines, Main Boom, Rigging Hardware, Running Rigging, Winches - Manual
Safety Equipment: Engine Kill Switch, Grab Rails, Horn
Sails: Covers - Sail, Fore Sail, Main Sail, Roller Furling Jib, Staysail, Top Sail
Location
City
Bay St Louis
State
Mississippi
ZIP code
39520
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