36' Catalina Catalina 36 Mkii

Stripes - 1996 Catalina 36 Mk II
Hampton, Virginia
Freshwater Great Lakes history $50,000 in documented 2025 upgrades Wing keel 500W solar Victron electrical system KATO davits Dinghy and outboard included
Meet Stripes, a beautifully maintained Catalina 36 Mk II outfitted for extended cruising. Originally used in the freshwater Great Lakes, she has spent relatively little time in salt water and presents exceptionally well, with beautiful gelcoat, an outstanding interior and very good canvas and cockpit enclosure.
In 2025, previous owners invested more than $50,000 in upgrades, equipment and professional mechanical work to prepare her to cruise south to Florida and the Bahamas.
Major 2025 upgrades and maintenance
Universal diesel engine with just over 900 hours
New stainless-steel propeller shaft and coupling, stuffing-box hoses and clamps, and cutlass bearing
New engine mounts, Oberdorfer water pump, exhaust riser and elbow
Professional engine service, including oil and filter changes, coolant hoses, impeller and transmission oil
Victron AGM house battery bank and inverter/charger
500W Renogy solar array with Victron MPPT controllers
New AIS equipment
New Maxwell electric windlass
New anchor chain, additional rode and Rocna anchor
Custom KATO Marine davits
Reverse-cycle air conditioning and heat
Receipts and service records are available for documented work.

Condition and location
Stripes is currently stored on the hard in Hampton, Virginia. The deck has no known soft spots, the gelcoat presents beautifully, and the canvas is in very good condition. A marine survey was completed approximately two years ago; the report is available for review.
The bottom is clean but will need repainting before relaunch.
If you're looking for a comfortable, extensively equipped Catalina 36 Mk II with substantial recent investment in its systems, Stripes deserves a close look.

Comfort and cruising equipment
Stripes features a spacious two-cabin layout, a bright salon, a well-equipped galley, stove and oven, refrigerator, separate portable 12V refrigerator, and 120-gallon freshwater capacity. The interior flooring has been refinished, companionway doors replaced, and a smaller cockpit table added for greater comfort.
The wing keel draws approximately 4 feet 5 inches, making Stripes an appealing candidate for Chesapeake Bay cruising and exploring shallow-draft cruising grounds.
Included in the sale are an Avon dinghy, Yamaha four-stroke outboard, two folding Schwinn bicycles, extensive tools and spares, and the listed cruising equipment.