Dresport Furia 37 (39 ft) Extraordinary Cruiser ready to sail
Price
NZ $143,000 GST included
Currency
Length
39' 0" - 11.89m
Vessel Location
Marsden Cove Marina, Whangarei, New Zealand
Launch Year
1986
Hull Material
Fibreglass/GRP
Exceptional Condition - Ready to sail anywhere!
This beautifully maintained 39-foot Dresport Furia 37, is presented in exceptional condition after an extensive and meticulous refit completed between 2022 and 2025. She combines European craftsmanship with modern upgrades, offering comfort, safety, and performance for both offshore cruising and relaxed coastal adventures.
Her spacious two-cabin layout and generous salon provide comfortable living for couples, small families, or solo sailors. Handling is easy thanks to her simple, modern rigging, self-tailing winches, and comprehensive navigation electronics. A powerful Mercedes Solé 42 HP diesel engine, upgraded electrical system with 400Ah lithium batteries, and a full suite of 760 Watt solar and wind power (400 Watt) make her highly self-sufficient and efficient under way.
Inside, she boasts a thoughtfully refitted interior with a modern galley, large 200L+ fridge, as well as ample dry storage throughout. Her deck and cockpit are equally impressive, offering ample seating, a large storage area, and a well-equipped helm with top-of-the-line Raymarine instruments.
This yacht has been continuously upgraded with new rigging, sails, electronics, and safety gear. Every system - from power to plumbing--has been renewed or overhauled, making her a truly turn-key and ocean-ready.
Key Features:
o 39 ft Dresport Furia 37, built in Barcelona (1986,2nd owner only!)
o Major refits 2022-2025, including electrical, rigging, and engine systems
o Reliable Mercedes Solé OM 636 (42 HP) diesel, fully overhauled and well maintained
o 400 Ah lithium batteries, 760 W solar, 400 W wind generator, and 2000 W inverter system - EWOF until 2029
o Comprehensive Raymarine navigation suite (new 2022) including interconnected plotter in cockpit and navigation corner
o Fully equipped galley with new fridge, stove, and gas system
o New custom-built rudder fitted in 2025
o Life raft, EPIRB, safety gear, and extensive spares included
Lucky Jonny is absolutely ready to cruise and sail. She's worth every cent given her outstanding condition, thoughtful upgrades, and true bluewater capability.
Viewing and test sail can be arranged once the yacht has been transferred to Marsden Cove Marina.
Delivery can be arranged anywhere in New Zealand.
This beautifully maintained 39-foot Dresport Furia 37, is presented in exceptional condition after an extensive and meticulous refit completed between 2022 and 2025. She combines European craftsmanship with modern upgrades, offering comfort, safety, and performance for both offshore cruising and relaxed coastal adventures.
Her spacious two-cabin layout and generous salon provide comfortable living for couples, small families, or solo sailors. Handling is easy thanks to her simple, modern rigging, self-tailing winches, and comprehensive navigation electronics. A powerful Mercedes Solé 42 HP diesel engine, upgraded electrical system with 400Ah lithium batteries, and a full suite of 760 Watt solar and wind power (400 Watt) make her highly self-sufficient and efficient under way.
Inside, she boasts a thoughtfully refitted interior with a modern galley, large 200L+ fridge, as well as ample dry storage throughout. Her deck and cockpit are equally impressive, offering ample seating, a large storage area, and a well-equipped helm with top-of-the-line Raymarine instruments.
This yacht has been continuously upgraded with new rigging, sails, electronics, and safety gear. Every system - from power to plumbing--has been renewed or overhauled, making her a truly turn-key and ocean-ready.
Key Features:
o 39 ft Dresport Furia 37, built in Barcelona (1986,2nd owner only!)
o Major refits 2022-2025, including electrical, rigging, and engine systems
o Reliable Mercedes Solé OM 636 (42 HP) diesel, fully overhauled and well maintained
o 400 Ah lithium batteries, 760 W solar, 400 W wind generator, and 2000 W inverter system - EWOF until 2029
o Comprehensive Raymarine navigation suite (new 2022) including interconnected plotter in cockpit and navigation corner
o Fully equipped galley with new fridge, stove, and gas system
o New custom-built rudder fitted in 2025
o Life raft, EPIRB, safety gear, and extensive spares included
Lucky Jonny is absolutely ready to cruise and sail. She's worth every cent given her outstanding condition, thoughtful upgrades, and true bluewater capability.
Viewing and test sail can be arranged once the yacht has been transferred to Marsden Cove Marina.
Delivery can be arranged anywhere in New Zealand.
Price
NZ $143,000 GST included
Vessel Name
Lucky Jonny
Launch Year
1986
Length
39' 0" - 11.89m
Beam
3.74 m
Draft
2.12 m
Displacement
Approx. 8 tons
Keel / Ballast
Steel
Vessel Location
Marsden Cove Marina, Whangarei, New Zealand
Region
North Island
Use
Family, Cruising, Live Aboard
Designer
Joubert-Nivelt
Builder
Dresport
Hull Material
Fibreglass/GRP
Decks Material
Fibreglass
Engine
Solé OM 636
Engine Make
Mercedes Benz
Number Engines
1
Horsepower
42
Fuel Type
Diesel
Engine Hours
3500
Fuel Consumption
2 L / hr
Max Speed
8,5 knots (under sail), 5.5 knots (under engine)
Cruise Speed
5,7 knots (average on passages)
Fuel
150 L Tank plus 80 L Canisters
Water
150 L port side 100 L starboard side
Dinghy
Zar Mini Air 8 fully inflatable
Outboard
Tohatsu 9,8 HP 2 stroke (2024)
Covers
Dodger (2025), Bimini (2024) with interconnection and side-covers
Accommodation
The interior is bright, spacious, and thoughtfully designed for comfortable living at sea and anchor. The salon features generous seating around a lower-able table, while the forward and aft cabins offer cosy double berths with ample storage. The spacious bathroom includes a marine toilet and practical locker space. Lovely details throughout the interior add warmth and charm, making life on board both relaxing and enjoyable.
Cabins
Mastercabin aft with 1.8 m wide bunk
Forward cabin with V-berth
Forward cabin with V-berth
Berths
2 aft, 2 forward, 3 salon
Shower
Pressurised cockpit shower
Toilet
Spacious bathroom with Jabsco toilet
Entertainment
Sound system indoor and outdoor
Air-Con
Diesel powered heating system
Galley
The U-shaped galley is well equipped for extended cruising, featuring a large custom-built fridge, modern two-burner gas stove, and plenty of counter and storage space. Smart design and practical layout make cooking at sea easy and enjoyable, with thoughtful touches that enhance both comfort and functionality.
Refrigeration
> 200 L fridge customised built with modern compressor (2023)
Stove
Eno two-burner gas-powered stove and oven / Possibility to use electricity for cooking.
Ground Tackle
20 kg Rocna Anchor (2025), 85 m of chain (2023), 1000 W anchor winch (15 kg Delta spare anchor with chain and rope)
Safety Gear
Equipped for serious offshore cruising, the yacht carries a comprehensive range of modern safety gear. On board are a Plastimo Transocean life raft (2023), EPIRB, sea anchor, rescue lines, life jackets, and immersion suits, as well as fire extinguishers and an emergency tiller, providing complete peace of mind at sea.
Bilge Pumps
Two strong electric bilge pumps and one manual bilge pump fitted
Life Raft
Plastimo Offshore Life raft 6 person > 24 hours
Epirb
Ocean Signal EPIRB 1
Life Jackets
4 inflatable life jackets
Flares
Flares included in life raft, additional grab bag provided
Fire Protection
Several fire extinguishers provided throughout the boat, smoke and gas alarm fitted
Electrics
The electrical system has been completely renewed and modernised, offering reliable, energy-efficient operation. Power is supplied by 400 Ah lithium batteries, 760 W solar panels fitted to the solar arc and bimini with room for extension, and a 400 W silent and efficient wind generator. Supported by a high-quality Victron Energy system, Simarine battery and tank level control system and a 2000 W Renogy inverter, allowing use of electrical cooking appliances. Multiple USB and 230V outlets throughout the boat ensure convenient power access on board, whether at anchor or underway.
Electronics / Navigation
The yacht is equipped with a state-of-the-art Raymarine navigation suite, fully installed in 2022, providing reliable and precise control both inside and from the cockpit. At the helm, a Raymarine Axiom 9 chartplotter and i70 multifunction display offer a full overview of sailing and wind data, complemented by an Evolution EV-200 autopilot system with p70s control unit for effortless steering on long passages.
Inside, a second Raymarine Axiom 7 chartplotter serves as the main navigation station, supported by AIS transceiver, course sensor, and ICOM VHF radio with external command microphone fitted outside. Communication and connectivity are ensured through Starlink internet, onboard Wi-Fi, and a weather station, making offshore routing and information access easy.
All navigation lights, sensors, and wiring were replaced during the refit, ensuring a dependable, modern setup that provides accuracy, safety, and comfort on every passage.
Inside, a second Raymarine Axiom 7 chartplotter serves as the main navigation station, supported by AIS transceiver, course sensor, and ICOM VHF radio with external command microphone fitted outside. Communication and connectivity are ensured through Starlink internet, onboard Wi-Fi, and a weather station, making offshore routing and information access easy.
All navigation lights, sensors, and wiring were replaced during the refit, ensuring a dependable, modern setup that provides accuracy, safety, and comfort on every passage.
Sail Inventory
O Main sail in good condition, 3 reefs (reef 3: storm reef)
o Genoa 1/2 in medium condition, light wind sail
o Jib in very good condition, 3 reefs (reef no. 3: storm reef)
o Genoa 1/2 in medium condition, light wind sail
o Jib in very good condition, 3 reefs (reef no. 3: storm reef)
Mast / Rigging
The yacht features a strong and reliable masthead rig with a deck-stepped alloy mast. All standing rigging has been renewed within the past five years, and all running rigging was replaced between 2022 and 2024 using high-quality Gleistein lines. Equipped with a furling genoa, adjustable back stay, baby stay, removable check stays, and spinnaker and gennaker poles, the rig is designed for safe and efficient handling, even short-handed. Six winches - four of them self-tailing - make sail control easy and precise, while regular inspections ensure everything is in excellent condition.
Deck Gear
The deck layout is clean, practical, and built for offshore sailing comfort. 99% of sailing can be done from the cockpit with new line stoppers added in 2024.
The cockpit is spacious with seating for up to eleven people and is finished with durable, wood-lookalike "Isi Teek" decking. A large storage locker easily holds the dinghy, sails, and cruising gear, while additional aft compartments provide organised space for fuel, gas, and maintenance equipment. The yacht is fitted with new dodger, bimini, solar arc with davits, and a wide bathing platform with integrated swim ladder -- all contributing to a safe, functional, and enjoyable deck experience.
The cockpit is spacious with seating for up to eleven people and is finished with durable, wood-lookalike "Isi Teek" decking. A large storage locker easily holds the dinghy, sails, and cruising gear, while additional aft compartments provide organised space for fuel, gas, and maintenance equipment. The yacht is fitted with new dodger, bimini, solar arc with davits, and a wide bathing platform with integrated swim ladder -- all contributing to a safe, functional, and enjoyable deck experience.
Remarks
After years of care and countless upgrades, Lucky Jonny has become a truly reliable and trusted companion at sea. She has proven herself in all kinds of weather and situations and is equipped with everything you need to have real peace of mind when cruising. We now hope to find her a new home with sailors who will appreciate her solid character and love her as much as we have.
CONTACT DETAILS
Name
Jennifer Wiedemann
Telephone
One Tree Point North Island
New Zealand
New Zealand