1987 Pearson 39-2 For Sale - Blue Yonder Yachts

1987

YEAR

US$ 28,000

PRICE

39 ft.

LENGTH

Pearson

BUILDER

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San Carlos, Sonora

Pearson 39-2

Although no longer in production, Pearson sailboats hold a prominent place in the used boat marketplace. The 1987 Pearson 39-2, a Bill Shaw design, is Pearson’s second 39 model introduced in 1986 and is praised as a sturdy, elegant cruiser known for solid construction, a spacious two-stateroom layout, and good sailing performance for its class, combining classic looks with practical cruising features like a functional galley and quality joinery.

Cruisers will appreciate the excellent value of this well-equipped vessel. Features include: a reliable Westerbeke W46 diesel engine, a Sea Water Pro watermaker, brand new AGM batteries (2025), and a suite of safety and navigational electronics, including a Raymarine ES78 GPS/plotter, ICOM SSB with tuner and Pactor modem, Raymarine radar, and Standard VHF. Sail handling is a pleasure with quality gear such as Hood Dacron sails, Harken roller furling and traveller, Lewmar 55 winches, and lines left aft to the cockpit for easy & safe handling. Cruising extras like the 10-ft INMAR dinghy (2023) with Mercury outboard (serviced 2023) make this boat ready for adventure and fun on the water.

Stepping below decks, you’ll have little choice but to be impressed by the warm rich wood with its cabinetmaker-quality joiner work and hand-rubbed varnish finish. This model features two cabins and two full heads with showers, providing incredible comfort and convenience to both owners and guests. The galley is a chef’s delight that is spacious yet efficient, with ample counter space and everything within easy reach. The interior is light and airy, with an incredible amount of storage almost everywhere you look.

Located in dry storage in the gorgeous cruising grounds of San Carlos, Sonora, this respected, performance-oriented cruiser is an ideal vessel for a capable owner who wants real value and upside. For a hands-on sailor, refit-minded buyer, or someone seeking a solid cruising boat at a fraction of replacement cost, “Xitlali” is your rare opportunity to own a truly exceptional boat, ready to create lasting memories on the water.

This vessel is being sold “as is, where is”. Contact the broker for full details.

Special Highlights

SeaWater Pro watermaker
Dinghy and outboard included
Two large, spacious double berths
Two full heads with showers
Convertible dinette to sleeping berth

This vessel is located in beautiful San Carlos, Sonora, Mexico, A short 250 mile drive on a safe 4 lane highway from Nogales, Az. San Carlos is a known boating destination/community, featuring breathtaking scenery, quiet anchorages nearby, great fishing, diving, two marinas, 3 haul out facilities and much more.

features

Get a great deal on a rare performance cruiser! This ’87 Pearson 39-2 is well-equipped and an opportunity for the right sailor!

length: 39 ft. (11.89 m.)
price: US$ 28,000
builder: Pearson
draft: 6.5 ft. (1.98 m.)
max speed: 8.5 kn
beam: 12.5 ft. (3.81 m.)
cruising speed: 6.5 kn
built: 1987

Sail
Fiberglass hull
2 cabins
2 heads
sleeps 6

details

Dimensions

Builder	Pearson Yachts (USA)
Designer	William Shaw
LOA	39.2′
LWL	31.25′
Beam	12.5′
Draft	6.5′
Displacement	16,800 lb
Bridge Clearance	57′
Ballast	6,800 lb
Ballast Material	Lead
Keel	Fin
Hull Material	Fiberglass

Propulsion

Engine Make	Westerbeke
Engine Model	W46
Engine Power	46 hp
Engine Hours	1610
Engine Type	Inboard
Engine Fuel	Diesel
Drive Type	Stern Drive
Propeller	3-Blade Max Prop
Max Speed	8.5 k @ 3200 RPM
Cruising Speed	6.5 k @ 2000 RPM
Gal/Hr	Cruise: 0.9 Max: 1

Tanks

Fuel Tankage	x1 for 30 Gal (Stainless Steel)
Water Tankage	x2 for 100 Gal Total (Plastic)
Holding Tankage	x2 for 25 Gal Total (Plastic)

Accommodations

Starting full forward, you’ll find the deep anchor chain well, immediately followed by a spacious cabin featuring a comfortable V-berth. Enjoy ample storage solutions, including a convenient hanging locker perfect for keeping gear organized during your stay.

To starboard, you’ll find a full head complete with a marine toilet and shower, complemented by a stainless-steel sink and additional storage. This private space ensures comfort and functionality for its occupants.

Moving aft, enter the generously sized salon, designed for relaxation and entertainment. Ample seating surrounds a versatile dinette table that easily drops down to transform into an additional sleeping area — ideal for hosting guests or accommodating family.

Continue aft to the well-appointed galley, equipped with dual stainless-steel sinks, a reliable propane stove, and a spacious chest-style refrigerator and freezer. With ample storage and generous work surfaces, you’ll have everything you need to prepare meals with ease, whether docked or at sea.

To port, the dedicated nav station boasts a hanging electronics locker, wet locker, and charting table, providing a secure and organized space for planning your routes and monitoring systems.

Past the angled companionway ladder leading to the deck, you’ll find the inviting main stateroom featuring a large double berth and ample locker storage offering restful nights and plenty of room for personal items. To port, a second full head awaits, complete with toilet, sink, shower, and additional storage, ensuring convenience and privacy for all on board.

Galley

Refrigerator / Freezer	Yes
Stove	Hillerange
Sink	Double Stainless Steel
Water System	Hot and cold water
Microwave	None

Electronics & Navigation Equipment

Chartplotter	Raymarine ES 78
AIS Receiver / Transponder	None
SSB / Tuner / Pactor	ICOM 802 / ICOM AT-140 / Pactor 2 with Pac Upgrade
Radar	Raymarine
Radar Detector	None
VHF	Standard
Autopilot	Autohelm 7000
GPS	Raymarine ES 78
Compass	Ritchie
Depth Sounder	Yes
Wind Speed & Direction	None
Knot Meter & Log	None
Hailer	Yes
Stereo	Alpine

Electrical Systems

Batteries	House Bank: x4 / 27 AGM (NEW Nov. 2025) Start Bank: x1 /24 AGM (NEW Nov. 2025)
Battery Switch	Yes
Battery Monitor	Yes
Electrical System (AC / DC)	110vAC / 12vDC
Inverter	Yes
Battery Charger	Yes
Solar Panels	Yes
Alternator	Balmar 100
Generator	None

Sails

Sail Area	742 sq.ft.
Main	Hood Dacron, triple reef
Jibs	Hood Dacron 130%
Mainsheet Traveler	Harken
Roller Furling	Harken
Winches	Lewmar 55
Preventer / Boom Break	None
Boom Vang	Yes
Mast	Selden
Lines Led Aft	Yes

Deck

Anchors	Bruce #44 / 50′ chain / 250′ line Danforth #30 / 25′ chain / 200′ line
Windlass	Yes
Bow Rollers	Yes
Nav Lights	Yes
Deck Lights	Yes
Spreader Lights	Yes
Wind Indicator	Windex
Lifelines	Stainless Steel
Gates	x3
Rails	Stern
Ladders	None
Swim Step	None
Pulpits	Bow and Mast
Dinghy	INMAR 10′ (NEW 2023)
Dinghy Outboard	Mercury (2020), serviced in April 2023
Dinghy Lift	None
Deck Washdown	Yes
Covers & Curtains	Dodger Wheel cover Bimini x2 Bomar hatch covers Cockpit cushions Outboard cover

Mechanical

Air Conditioner	None
Bilge Pump	Rule
Raw Water Sea Strainer	Yes
Bilge Blower	Yes
Fuel Filters	Racor 500
Fuel Shutoffs	Yes
Fresh Water Cooling System	Yes
Head Type(s)	Vacuflush / Groco New forward head (2023)
Hot Water Heater	Yes (requires servicing)
Watermaker	Sea Water Pro, 12vDC 600 W, 17 GPH Single Membrane with TDS Analyzer
Thru Hulls	Various bronze

Safety Equipment

Lifejackets	x6
Lifesling	Yes
Liferaft	None
Liferings	Yes
EPIRB	406
Harnesses	x2

Additional Equipment

Lines, blocks, fenders, shades, spares, etc.

Excluded Equipment

Steiner binoculars
Night vision scope
Certain gallery equipment
Power and hand tools
Fishing gear
Vacuum sealer
Dive gear

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