Marine Trader Double Cabin

1974 Marine Trader 34 Double Cabin – “Aileen 1” 

Port Credit, Lake Ontario — in the water and available for viewings. Winter storage is paid and included in the price of the boat! Motivated seller – bring all offers!

Aileen 1 is a classic Marine Trader 34 Double Cabin trawler with the desirable dual helm, aft-cabin layout, powered by the reliable Ford Lehman 120HP diesel (2950 hrs). Known for their seaworthy design and liveaboard comfort, these trawlers are popular with Great Loop cruisers and long-range voyagers.

This is a project boat with a strong foundation and a long list of recent, high-value upgrades. The mechanical systems — engine, steering, fuel, and electrical — are serviceable, while much of the costly structural and systems work has already been completed. The vessel is in the water and available for immediate viewings. Owners began a major refit in 2024, but must now sell due to health reasons.

Recent Upgrades & Highlights

• Power & Systems

  • Ford Lehman 120HP diesel (2950 hrs) – serviceable

  • Hydraulic dual-station steering

  • Racor dual fuel filters with gauges + WIX secondary filters

  • Blue Seas AC/DC panels, new Lifeline AGM batteries, inverter/charger system

  • New Lewmar 185TT thru-hull bow thruster installed (requires helm connection)

• Structural & Exterior

  • Hull stripped, re-glassed, faired, epoxy barrier coat + Interprotect 2000, new antifouling (2025)

  • Transom refinished and painted

  • Swim platform rebuilt & epoxy sealed, new boarding steps

  • Davits rebuilt and reinstalled for dinghy

  • Deck fittings re-bedded, no water damage observed

  • New Bomon windows with teak trim

• Interior & Comfort

  • All new interior paneling and blinds (2025)

  • New custom mattresses ordered for aft cabin

  • NewcVacuflush head system with Dometic tank (~40 gal)

  • Galley: new fridge/freezer, Princess stove, Samsung microwave, Force 10 water heater (11 gal)

  • Clarion audio system, Samsung TV, Sirius satellite tuner

• Ground Tackle & Tender (2025 upgrades)

  • Rocna 33kg galvanized anchor ($1,340 CAD)

  • Mantus Marine BR2 bow roller with Port AnchorGuard ($935 CAD)

  • Anchor Winch 36 Class Windlass – P77736 ($1,614 CAD)

  • 200 ft of 316 stainless steel anchor chain (~$2,500 CAD)

  • Custom refinished 9 ft dinghy with Torqeedo Travel 903 electric outboard motor 2.5HP ($3,904 CAD)

Layout

• Forward stateroom with V-berth (head removed, space open for customization)

• Spacious salon with galley and dinette

• Aft cabin with double berth, new custom mattresses, and private Vacuflush head

Survey (Sept 2025)

• Condition: Good, with ongoing refit noted

• Suggested insurance valuation: $40,500 – $55,000 CAD

• No evidence of saltwater use

Aileen 1 is a rare opportunity: a solid Marine Trader 34 trawler with expensive foundation work completed, a serviceable Ford Lehman diesel, new bow thruster, windows, tanks, ground tackle, and major interior upgrades. With finishing work still required (electronics, thruster helm hook-up, interior trim) she’s the perfect trawler project for a hands-on boater, Great Loop cruiser, or liveaboard enthusiast.

Financing is available for a qualified buyer.