Hunter 35.5 Legend For Sale in Mexico

1990

YEAR

US$ 38,000

PRICE

35 ft.

LENGTH

Hunter

BUILDER

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San Carlos, Sonora

Hunter 35.5 Legend

Mystique is a 1990 Hunter Legend 35.5 that combines the responsive sailing characteristics of a performance-oriented cruiser with the interior volume, shallow draft, and practical accommodations that made this model so successful with cruising couples and families.

Designed by Warren Luhrs and built by Hunter Marine, the Legend 35.5 delivers an appealing balance of sailing performance and everyday usability. Her fractional sloop rig, moderate displacement, and 4’6″ wing keel provide a versatile platform for coastal cruising, allowing access to shallower anchorages and marinas while retaining the sailing characteristics for which the Legend series became popularized.

At just over 35 feet, Mystique makes particularly efficient use of her available space. A deep T-shaped cockpit provides a secure and comfortable sailing environment, while the walk-through transom and sugar-scoop stern simplify boarding from a dinghy or swimming. Her deck layout is arranged for practical owner operation, with sail controls led aft and a sail inventory that includes a fully battened mainsail, jib, and spinnaker.

The rig has been updated with a new Profurl roller-furling system and new forestay, with the remaining standing rigging, running rigging, and stainless-steel chainplates are in good condition. Four manual winches, a backstay adjuster, and a whisker/spinnaker pole complete a straightforward sail-handling setup well suited to recreational and coastal cruising.

Auxiliary power is provided by a 27hp Yanmar 3GM diesel with direct drive and freshwater cooling. The owner reports the engine to be in very good condition, and it was last operated in April 2026.

Below decks, Mystique offers considerably more interior space than her 35-foot length might suggest. Warm oiled-teak joinery, a teak-and-holly cabin sole, approximately 6’3″ of headroom, multiple opening ports, skylights, and overhead hatches create a bright and welcoming environment for casual cruising. Solar-powered ventilation further improves airflow while the vessel is closed up or stored.

The main saloon provides an L-shaped dinette to port and a straight settee to starboard, with a folding dining table and abundant cabinetry and shelving throughout. Forward is a private V-berth cabin with storage beneath the berth, additional shelving, a hanging locker, and overhead ventilation. Aft is a surprisingly spacious private stateroom: the large 7 x 5 foot athwartship berth offers sleeping space more commonly associated with considerably larger yachts, making the aft cabin especially comfortable for a cruising couple.

The galley is positioned aft to port and includes a propane-fueled Hillerange two-burner stove with oven, pressurized hot/cold water, useful cabinetry and counter space, and a new Frigoboat keel-cooled refrigeration system. Opposite is the navigation station, with the vessel’s electrical systems and communications close at hand. Immediately aft is a conveniently-sized head compartment with vanity, storage, manual marine toilet, and separate shower area.

The house electrical system includes two lithium batteries, supported by a separate lead-acid starting battery. Charging support includes two solar panels, along with an onboard battery charger, inverter, and alternator. Navigation equipment includes a Garmin chartplotter and GPS, Raymarine autopilot and depth sounder, Furuno radar, VHF radio, stereo, and television.

Additional cruising equipment includes cockpit cushions, dodger, hatch covers, mainsail cover, headsail UV protection, deck shower, swim ladder, and J-hooks for carrying kayaks. An 11-foot Achilles inflatable dinghy with Evinrude outboard is also included. For buyers interested in diving or underwater maintenance, a Hookah diving system is also available as optional equipment.

Mystique is currently stored ashore in San Carlos, Sonora, Mexico, on a 24,000 lb fifth-wheel trailer. This arrangement presents an advantage for buyers who value easy inspection of the hull and underwater gear or who intend to continue storing the yacht ashore between cruising seasons at a lower rate than if kept on stands. According to the owners, the boat has always been crane-launched and consequently the trailer has never been in salt water. It is included with the listing, but if buyers do not want it, owners are willing to negotiate a lower price for just the vessel.

With her combination of shallow draft, responsive fractional rig, two private cabins, spacious aft stateroom, updated refrigeration, lithium house batteries, solar charging, updated furling equipment, tender package, and practical cruising inventory, Mystique offers an attractive entry into comfortable coastal cruising without the operating demands of a substantially larger yacht.

Located at the doorstep of the Sea of Cortez, she is well positioned for those looking to explore one of North America’s premier sailing grounds and begin the next chapter aboard a capable, comfortable, and versatile Hunter Legend 35.5.

Design Features

Desirable Hunter Legend 35.5 performance-cruiser design
Shallow 4’6″ wing keel
Fractional sloop rig
Two private staterooms
Large 7′ x 5′ aft berth
Approximately 6’3″ interior headroom
Warm teak interior with teak-and-holly cabin sole
Spacious saloon with L-shaped dinette
Large head compartment with separate shower area
Sail controls led aft
Four manual winches
Backstay adjuster
Whisker/spinnaker pole
Walk-through sugar-scoop transom
Swim ladder and deck shower

Equipment & Updates

New Profurl roller furler
New forestay
New Frigoboat keel-cooled refrigeration
Two lithium house batteries
27hp Yanmar 3GM diesel (freshwater-cooled)
Standing rigging reported in good condition
Fully battened mainsail in good condition
Jib and spinnaker in good condition
Separate lead-acid engine-start battery
Two solar panels
Inverter and battery charger
Solar-powered ventilation
Hillerange two-burner stove with oven
Galley converted from CNG to LPG
Garmin chartplotter and GPS
Raymarine autopilot
Raymarine depth sounder
Furuno radar
VHF radio
Electric anchor windlass
Mantus anchor
Dodger
Cockpit cushions
11 ft Achilles inflatable dinghy
Evinrude outboard
J-hooks for carrying kayaks
Hookah diving equipment (optional)
24,000-lb 5th Wheel Trailer

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

Decades later, the Hunter 35 Legend remains a highly sought-after cruiser for sailors who prioritize a successful balance between the “classic” era of boat building and the modern “volume-first” era.

length: 35 ft. (10.67 m.)
price: US$ 38,000
builder: Hunter
draft: 4.5 ft. (1.37 m.)
max speed: 7.3 kn
beam: 11.75 ft. (3.58 m.)
cruising speed: 7.3 kn
built: 1990

Sail
Fiberglass hull
2 cabins
1 head
sleeps 6

details

Vessel Data

Flag of Registry	United States
HIN	HUN355******
Survey Available?	No survey available
Location	San Carlos, Sonora in Dry Storage (on a trailer)
Owner Comments	“Stored on 24,000 lb 5th wheel trailer, the trailer has never been in salt water as the boat has always been crane launched”

Dimensions

Builder	Hunter Marine (USA)
Designer	Warren Luhrs
Popular Length	35 ft / 10.67 m
LOA	35 ft 7 in / 10.84 m
LWL	29 ft 9 in / 9.07 m
LOD	35 ft 7 in / 10.84 m
Beam	11 ft 9 in / 3.58 m
Draft	4 ft 6 in / 1.37 m
Air Draft	55 ft / 16.76 m
Ballast Weight	4,800 lb / 2,177 kg
Ballast Material	Lead
Dry Weight	13,000 lb / 5,897 kg
Freeboard Height	2.5 – 3.5 ft
Displacement Weight	13,000 lb / 5,897 kg
Keel Type	Wing Keel
Rudder Type	Spade
Hull Material	Fiberglass
Hull Shape	Monohull
Boat Class(es)	Aft Cabin, Cruiser/Racer, Fractional Sloop

Propulsion

Engine	Yanmar 3GM
Engine Power	27 HP
Engine Hours	Unknown
Engine Type	Inboard
Engine Fuel	Diesel
Engine Drive Type	Direct Drive
Engine Propeller	Bronze, 2-blade
Notes on Engine	Engine last ran April 2026
Cruising Speed	7.3 kn @ 2200 RPM
Max Speed	7.3 kn @ 3400 RPM
Owner’s Comments	“Very good condition”

Tanks

Fuel Tankage	x1 Aluminum – Total 24 Gal
Water Tankage	x1 Polyethylene – Total 64 Gal
Holding Tankage	x1 Aluminum – Total 22 Gal

Accommodations

The Hunter Legend 35.5 offers a bright, spacious interior with the warm character of oiled teak joinery, a teak-and-holly cabin sole, and approximately 6’3″ of headroom throughout the main living areas. Large ports, opening hatches, and overhead skylights bring in abundant natural light and ventilation, creating an interior that feels open and comfortable for extended cruising.

Main Saloon

The main saloon is arranged for both everyday comfort and entertaining. To port, an L-shaped settee wraps around a centrally located dining table with drop leaves, allowing the space to transition easily from casual lounging to full dining. Opposite, a straight settee provides additional seating and can also serve as a useful berth when needed.

Storage is integrated throughout the saloon, with cabinets and shelving positioned outboard on both sides. Two skylights, an overhead hatch, and multiple opening ports help keep the space bright and well ventilated.

Galley

Aft to port, the L-shaped galley is designed to make efficient use of space while remaining practical underway. The layout includes modest counter area, convenient cabinetry, a deep double stainless-steel sink positioned close to the centerline, a gimbaled two-burner Hillerange stove with oven, and a new Frigoboat keel-cooled marine refrigeration system.

The arrangement provides a useful working space for meal preparation while keeping essential equipment and storage within easy reach.

Navigation Station & Head

To starboard, just aft of the saloon, is the navigation station with the vessel’s electrical panel and VHF conveniently located nearby.

Aft of the nav station is the spacious head compartment, which includes a vanity, storage, manual marine toilet, and a separate shower area. The size of the head is one of the advantages of the 35.5 layout and contributes to the yacht’s overall liveaboard comfort.

Forward Stateroom

Forward, double doors provide privacy for the V-berth stateroom. The cabin includes outboard shelving, storage beneath the berth, a hanging locker, and an overhead hatch for natural light and ventilation.

This private forward cabin works well for guests, children, or as a primary sleeping area when preferred.

Aft Stateroom

One of the standout features of the Hunter Legend 35.5 is the generous aft cabin. Accessed through a solid door aft of the galley, the cabin features a large athwartship berth measuring approximately 7 feet by 5 feet, along with a hanging locker and useful storage.

Compared with earlier Hunter 35 layouts, the 35.5 offers significantly more usable space in this aft cabin, making it a comfortable private stateroom rather than simply a quarter berth.

Access & Practicality

Engine access is located beneath the companionway steps, with additional access available from the aft cabin for easier servicing and maintenance.

The companionway itself remains open and unobstructed thanks to the low bridge deck. In addition to traditional companionway boards, the yacht is also fitted with custom swing doors with windows, adding convenience, light, and ventilation when conditions allow.

With two private staterooms, a spacious saloon, practical galley, dedicated navigation area, and a large head with separate shower space, the Hunter Legend 35.5 delivers an unusually accommodating interior for a yacht of this size. It is well suited to a cruising couple, family, or two couples looking for comfortable accommodations without moving into a significantly larger vessel.

# Cabins	2
# Heads	1
Types of Heads	Manual
# Berths	6
Types of Berths Available	V-berth, Settee Berth, Aft Cabin Berth
# People Accommodated (Sleeping)	6

Galley

Fridge / Freezer	Keel-cooled Frigoboat (NEW)
Stove	Hillerange 2-burner with oven
Fuel	LPG (converted from factory CNG)
Sink	Single Basin, Pressurized System
Other Appliances	N/A

Electronics and Navigation Equipment

Autopilot	Raymarine
Chartplotter	Garmin
Cockpit Speakers	Yes
Depth Sounder	Raymarine
GPS	Garmin
Radar	Furuno
Stereo	Yes
TV	Yes
VHF	Yes
Comments	Solar vents for climate control

Electrical Systems

Batteries	House Bank(s): x2 Lithium Start Bank: x1 Lead Acid
Battery Switch	Perko
Inverter	Yes
Battery Charger	Yes
Solar Panels	x2
Alternator	Yes

Sails & Rigging

Total Sail Area	569 sq ft
Mainsail	Fully battened, Good Condition
Jibs / Headsails	Jib: Good Condition Spinnaker: Good Condition
Roller Furling	NEW Profurl roller furler
Spinnaker Pole / Whisker Pole	Yes
Winches	Manual: x4
Mast	Deck-stepped
Standing Rigging	NEW forestay; rigging in Good Condition
Chainplates	Stainless Steel. Good Condition
Boom Vang	None
Backstay Adjuster	Yes
Running Rigging	Good Condition
Lines Led Aft	Yes

Deck

Anchors	Mantis
Windlass	Yes – electric
Bow Rollers	Yes
Deck Lights	No
Deck Shower	Yes
Deck Washdown	No
Gates	Yes
Lifelines	Yes
Navigation Lights	Yes, Good Condition
Rails	Yes
Spreader Lights	Yes
Swim Ladder	Sugar scoop and ladder

Dinghy	Achilles 11-foot inflatable, Good Condition
Outboard	Evinrude

Covers & Cushions

Dodger	Yes
Bimini	None
Cockpit Covers	None
Full Boat Covers	None
Wheel/Tiller Cover	Yes, Good Condition
Hatch Covers	Yes
Cockpit Cushions	Yes, Good Condition
Mainsail Cover	Yes, Good Condition
UV Strip on Headsail	Yes

Mechanical Systems

Air Conditioner	None
Electric Bilge Pump	Yes
Manual Bilge Pump	Yes
Hot Water Heater	Yes
Engine Cooling System	Freshwater Cooling
Engine Components	Fuel Shut-off
Fuel Filters	Yes
Seacocks / Thru Hulls	Yes
Watermaker	No
Windvane	No

Safety Equipment

Lifejackets	x5
Fire Extinguishers	x2
Lifesling	No
Life Rings	No
Life Raft	No
Flares	Yes

Additional Equipment

J-hooks for carrying kayaks
Hookah dive gear (optional)
24,000-lb 5th wheel trailer

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