The professional's opinion
This Grand Banks 36 has a particularly reassuring history, with regular use for family cruising and maintenance carried out before each season. The boat has been wintered for many years in a secure marina and has benefited from regular servicing on all major components.
The hull is described as solid and the mechanics as working properly, while repairs have been carried out over time on the hull, deck, furnishings, generator, and engines to maintain a good level of presentation and functionality.
For me, it is precisely this type of monitored and documented history that makes a Grand Banks of this generation particularly valuable: you do not only judge it by its year, but especially by the way it has been maintained and preserved over the years.
Description
GRAND BANKS 36 FROM 1976 FOR SALE – DIESEL TRAWLER 2 CABINS
This Grand Banks 36 from 1976 for sale is a 11.09-meter trawler with a classic, instantly recognizable style, intended for boaters who prioritize comfortable cruising, onboard volume, and autonomy rather than speed. With its 2 cabins, 5 berths, and a bathroom, it offers a particularly attractive setup for traveling as a couple, with family, or occasionally hosting guests.
With a width of 3.69 m and a draft of 1.50 m, this Grand Banks 36 provides generous living spaces for its length. Its bright salon, interior helm station, and wood furnishings contribute fully to the charm and ambiance characteristic of this type of boat.
The propulsion is provided by 2 Ford diesel engines of 120 HP, for a total power of 240 HP. The boat also boasts significant storage capacities with 1,500 liters of fuel and 850 liters of freshwater, which are particularly advantageous for cruising and extended stays onboard.
The navigation equipment includes notably a Furuno radar, a Furuno fish finder, a Raymarine autopilot, and a Simrad portable VHF.
The anchoring system is particularly substantial with a 1,500 W electric windlass, a 20 kg Bügel anchor paired with 100 meters of 10 mm chain, as well as a second anchor with 5 meters of chain and 40 meters of warp.
Comfort onboard is enhanced by air conditioning in the saloon, hot water, a 2022 Dometic 12 V refrigerator, a 12 V cooler, and an inox 3-burner stove with an oven from 2020.
The electrical system is also equipped for autonomy, with a 180 W rigid solar panel installed in 2023 and three flexible 100 W solar panels, as well as a Mastervolt 100 A charger.
Outside, there is a 140 cm aft sunbathing area, a table with teak chairs and cushions, a sun awning, and a manual teak crossing passerelle.
An inflatable dinghy of 2.40 m with a Yamaha outboard engine of 4/5 HP completes the equipment.
This Grand Banks 36 will particularly appeal to buyers seeking a classic trawler, with genuine personality, substantial water and fuel capacities, and equipment that allows for smooth and enjoyable cruises. Files
For more information or to arrange a visit onboard, do not hesitate to contact us.
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Features
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is the Grand Banks 36 considered a cruising boat rather than a speedboat?
His philosophy favors volume, comfort, storage capacity, and navigation suitable for travel rather than the pursuit of high performance.
Why are Grand Banks often associated with long-distance cruising?
Their design generally prioritizes livability, storage, reserves, and the comfort needed to spend a lot of time onboard.
Engines
Location
France
Equipment
Layout and water
- Single air conditioning (in square)
- Eau chaude moteur + 220V
- Pressurized water
- Black water tank
- Shower room
- electric toilet
- Manual toilet
Armament and safety
- Lifeboat (12 persons, 2011 revised)
Kitchen and appliances
- Stainless steel 3-burner gas cooktop (2020)
- Cooler (12V cooler/fridge)
- 12V Refrigerator (Dometic 2022)
Various
- 2 rudders (drosses)
- LED cockpit lighting
- LED interior lighting
- Teak handrails
- Teak deck
Electricity
- Service battery (x2)
- Engine batteries (x2)
- Battery charger (MASTER-Volts 100 Amp/h)
- 12V Circuit
- 220V Circuit
- Solar panels (1 rigid 180 W from 2023, 3 flexible 100 W)
- MPPT Regulator
Electronics
- Autopilot (RAYMARINE)
- Radar (FURUNO)
- FURUNO fishfinder
- Portable VHF (SIMRAD)
Engine and propulsion
- Three-blade propeller
- Drive shaft transmission
Multimedia
- Radio-CD (not CD)
Deck and exterior
- Annexe (2.40 m)
- Rear sunbed (140 cm)
- steering wheels (1 interior + 1 flybridge) x 2
- Bimini (on fly)
- Electric windlass (1500 W)
- Small boat outboard engine (YAMAHA 4/5 hp)
- Mooring (100m of 10mm chain with BUGGEL anchor of 20 kg + 1 additional anchor with 5m of 10mm chain and 40m of rode)
- Manual hatchway (Crossed teak)
- Multiple sets of outdoor cushions in Bordeaux fabric
- Cockpit table (with teak chairs and cushions)
- Windshield cover
- Sun awning











