The Menger 19 catboat provides fun and comfortable day-sailing, racing, or spartan cruising for an individual or close couple. Yanmar 1GM inboard diesel w/ 2-blade prop gives reliable power at turn of a key. This boat went through a rough patch but has great options with all systems recently brought up to original functionality. Ready to go as-is with some cosmetics to address as new owner sees fit.
Key Features:
- Tabernacle mast, easy to raise or lower for trailering, storage, or maintenance.
- First reef has single-line reefing system from cockpit.
- Two battery electrical system with selector switch, 6 switch panel, two 12V receptacles.
- Depth sounder and compass on bulkhead.
- Bowsprit option.
- Teak in great condition, ready to oil, finish or leave as-is.
- Slide-out galley with sink, hand pump for fresh water, drain to grey water tank, stove platform, and drawer.
- Porta-potty
- Cockpit and interior cushions. Hanging nets, shelves, and multiple lazarettes.
- Opening forward hatch on cabin-top.
- Excellent custom winter cover.
- No trailer
Recent Investments 2024-2025:
- Rebuilt Yanmar 1GM engine installed 2024. Approx 5 gal aluminum fuel tank.
- Repaired damaged engine beds, replaced engine mounts.
- New engine seawater strainer, bilge pump and switch.
- Upgraded electrical system w/ marine grade wiring, battery boxes, new primary battery cables, new negative bus bar.
- New Quantum / Thurston OEM sail (cream color). Menger symbol, hull number, reefing earring, and attachment points for an ensign were specified on the sail. Set up for two reefs with all reefing cringles and ties.
- All new running rigging, lazy jacks, and centerboard pennant (New England Ropes Vintage 3-Strand Polyester), sized as specified by builder.
- New sail cover and tiller cover.
- Ground tackle includes CQR style anchor, swivel, approx. 6’ heavy chain with ~100 ft of 3-strand rode, markings at 5 and 10 fathoms, and covered hawse pipe.
- Replaced fresh water faucet seals.
- Repaired damaged ash beadboard interior trim.
- LED low profile light above galley.
- Ensign on mainsail leech, plus second ensign on transom flagstaff.
- New flag halyard and pigstick for burgee.
- New fire extinguisher mounted at companionway.
- New nav light lenses. Masthead light functional but should be replaced.
Boat is on the hard at boatyard in SE Connecticut and easy to see. Bring your own trailer or do your spring commissioning at the yard and sail it away. Winter storage and spring launch are paid. Asking $17,500. Contact David Miller dpmill1@comcast.net for more information or photos.