Columbia Constellation
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Lawson Yachts LLC
United States
| Make | Columbia |
|---|---|
| Model | Constellation |
| Year | 1967 |
| Condition | Used |
| Price | US$29,500 |
| Type | Sail |
| Class | Cruiser (Sail) |
| Length | 40 ft |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass |
| Location | Norwell, Massachusetts |
| LOA | 39 ft 8 in |
|---|---|
| Beam | 10 ft 8 in |
| Max Draft | 5 ft 6 in |
| Min. Draft | 5 ft 6 in |
| Displacement | 19500 lb |
| Ballast | 6400 lb |
| Engine Make | Westerbeke |
|---|---|
| Engine Model | W-27 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Engine Year | 1987 |
| Power | 27 hp |
| Drive Type | Direct Drive |
| Propeller Type | 2 Blade |
| Propeller Material | Bronze |
| Engine usage (hours) | 2185 |
| Designer | Charles Morgan/BillTripp |
|---|---|
| Builder | Columbia |
| Fuel Tanks | 20 gal |
| Fresh Water Tanks | 40 gal |
| Holding Tanks | 25 gal |
Description
JUBILEE is Hull #7 of the seven Columbia Constellations built between 1966 and 1967. From the available literature, it appears that the hull and underbody were borrowed from the Charlie Morgan-designed Columbia 38, and the deck design borrowed from the Bill Tripp-designed Columbia 50. The design influence of both designers is clearly evident in the Columbia Constellation. Interestingly, Columbia didn't attribute either designer in its sales brochures for the boat.
JUBILEE is a highly pedigreed design, her hull shape developed through Charlie Morgan’s 1962/63 tank testing performed for the 1964 America's Cup defense. JUBILEE's hull design originated with Morgan's test model #2117, nicknamed "Eagle," with unique features, including fullness forward and flatness runout under the counter stern. Her buoyancy forward makes Jubilee an unusually dry sailer in rough, choppy seas. Her flatness aft makes her an exceptional sailer in following seas and off wind work. The five foot test model "Eagle" remains alive today, reproduced by at least 25 manufacturers across the USA, beginning in the early 1960's, currently actively raced in 5 countries with 1,450 boats registered, as the radio-controlled AMYA East Coast 12 Meter Class (EC12). The EC12 is revered for her "real yacht" sailing qualities and readily recognized, sleek hull. Bill Tripp's deck, cockpit. and cabin design provide JUBILEE with many attractive features typical of larger yachts. Her large cockpit, brightly lit interior, near flush foredeck, and large sail-handling hatch all contribute to her uniqueness and celebrate Tripp's signature features. JUBILEE's design legacy, timeless beauty, and performance attributes make her a unique and excellent choice in this ever-increasing era of classic yacht activity and interest.
JUBILEE's owner purchased her in Marblehead, MA in 2007 from an owner who had owned her for 22 years. Here's what was written in the listing from 2007:
"JUBILEE is essentially a custom boat. The owner has had her for 22 years and has replaced virtually everything in the past 5 years. She has a new Selden spar and boom, new Awlgrip topsides, Westerbeke diesel engine rebuilt in 2001, new propane system, with Force 10 stove with oven. She is a head-turner with her classic lines, and pleasure to sail."
Since 2007 JUBILEE's current owner has given her an exceptional level of care.
Engine and Mechanical
1987 Westerbeke W-27A four-cylinder, fresh-water-cooled, 27 horsepower diesel, rebuilt in 2001, with 2,185 hours. Transmission was replaced in 2013. Engine removed and painted in 2012, Engine bed gelcoated (white) while engine was removed. Engine fresh water pump replaced in 2025. Exhaust elbow and hoses replaced in 2023. New stuffing box installed 8/06.
Accommodations
Sleeps six. Forward is a rope locker and storage. Next aft is the forward stateroom for two with over/under berths with storage under each berth. The enclosed head, next aft to port, has a marine toilet, hand-held shower, and vanity with stainless steel sink and hot and cold pressurized water. Next aft is the main salon which has a U-shaped dinette to port which converts to form a double berth. Opposite to starboard is a settee. The salon has a teak and holly sole (new in 2005) and has 7' of headroom throughout. Aft of the dinette is the galley. Across from the galley to starboard is the nav station and quarter berth. All cushions and upholstery were replaced in 2001 and feature 5" foam. The classic Herreshoff-style white interior has mahogany trim. All interior lighting replaced with LED's. Curtains.
Galley
U-shaped galley features Force 10, stainless steel, three-burner, propane stove with oven, stainless steel sink with hot and cold pressurized water, and refrigerated ice box. Adler-Barbour Super Cold Machine refrigeration, installed in 2008, needs freezer replacement, and the system needs re-charging. Galley refurbished in 2005 with new countertops.
Electrical
12 Volt DC and 110 volt dockside shore power systems. New breaker panel in 2001. 12 volt DC system includes two Interstate 12 volt batteries in 2021. The house battery is a heavy duty 8D MHD 12 volt battery with 1,400 CCA. The starting battery is a marine RV deep-cycle 12 volt battery , SRM 40 with 1,814 CCA. Battery selector switch. 110 volt dockside system includes 30 amp shore power cord. Prosport-20 battery charger. West Marine 400 watt DC-AC inverter.
Plumbing
Marine toilet was replaced in 2020. New seat in 2025. Jabsco macerator pump. Port cockpit scupper and deck scupper seacock/thru-hull replaced in 2022.
Electronics and Navigation
Raymarine GPS/plotter and Pathfinder RL 70C radar. Raymarine ST-4000 autopilot, Raymarine ST60 Tri-Data knotmeter/log and depthsounder. Icom IC-M324 VHF Radio (2017).
Hull and Deck
The hull is solid glass construction and was Awlgripped flag blue in October 2005. The bottom was taken down to glass and epoxy barrier coated in 2015. The teak rails are all coated in Sikens Cetol and are maintained yearly. Single lifelines. Port and starboard boarding gates. Nonskid was refinished with Interlux Interdeck. Edson Pedestal wheel steering with teak wheel and compass new in 2015.
Sails and Rigging
New Selden keel-stepped, double spreader, mast and boom in 2005. All standing and running rigging were replaced in 2005. Doyle mainsail (2019) with Stack-Pack (only 5 seasons use). Furlex roller-furling system for headsails. 110% genoa (2019) with five seasons use in excellent condition, 130% genoa (2000) in good condition, and Doyle cruising spinnaker in good condition with sock. All sails have been maintained. Selden spinnaker pole. Mast and boom have been stored indoors during winter since current owner's purchase. Port and starboard upper shroud chainplates replaced in 2017. Headstay chainplate replaced in 2013. Two Barient #28 two-speed genoa sheet winches. Two Barlow two-speed, mast-mounted genoa and mainsail halyard winches. Two Barient #22 two-speed winches, not installed.
Additional Inventory
Force 10 bulkhead-mounted, vented cabin heater. Dodger (2015). Pedestal/wheel cover. BlueTooth stereo with speakers in main salon and cockpit. Ground tackle: Rockna 15 33 lb. primary anchor with 18' 3/8" chain, and 150' of 3/4" nylon rode, Danforth 16 with 4' 1/4" chain, and 75' 5/8 nylon rode, and Fortress FX-23 15 lb. anchor. Assorted fenders and docklines Custom cockpit cushions. Stainless steel swim ladder. Stainless steel propane BBQ grill. Emergency tiller. Lifesling 2 man overboard device.
Owner's Comments
Nothing is of greater pleasure than the frequent approach of an admiring fellow boater. Many make dedicated efforts to row alongside JUBILEE or motor close enough to offer "Your boat is beautiful. What is she?" The response to my answer is typically, "Well, she is a beauty" and never "I thought so." JUBILEE is an unexpected treasure to behold, and her ownership brings pleasure in her admiration by the knowledgeable sailor. She is the last of seven Columbia Constellations built, with no known sisterships on the East Coast. That makes her very unique and of immediate intrigue to all who admire her.
Disclaimer
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
Presented For Sale By:
Lawson Yachts LLC
United States
Presented For Sale By:
Lawson Yachts LLC
United States
