1979 Schucker 40' (12.19 m) 436 Motorsailor
Charleston, South Carolina, United States
SOVEREIGNTY
1979 Schucker 436 Motorsailor
Flag of Registry: United States
- Motorsailers
- Sail
- Used
- Diesel
- Fiberglass Hull
New Listing!
$ 60,000 USD
€ 51,208 Euros
$ 82,632 CAD
£ 44,327 GBP
Description
1979 Schucker 436 Motor Sailor – SOVEREIGNTY
Very roomy, comfortable, and solidly built. Boats like this simply aren’t made anymore—and if they were, the cost would be substantial. SOVEREIGNTY is a proven, capable motor sailor offering exceptional volume, comfort, and cruising efficiency.
An excellent family cruiser or liveaboard, she is US Coast Guard documented with a 2025 survey available. She has just completed a 1,500-mile voyage from Central America, followed by additional coastal cruising, clearly demonstrating her reliability and seaworthiness. Currently located in Charleston, South Carolina.
Power and Performance:
- Kubota V3300 78 HP diesel, rebuilt in 2025
- New transmission (2025)
- Fuel: 250 gallons diesel (approx. 1.25 GPH at 1,800 RPM / 6 knots)
- Water: 200 gallons (sanitized and rebuilt in 2025)
- Heavy fiberglass hull with no blisters and new bottom paint (2025)
- Twin bilge keels for added stability and reduced roll
Electronics and Systems:
- Raymarine autopilot, GPS navigation, and depth sounder
- 7.5 kW Kohler generator with approximately 1,300 hours
- Hot water via 110V tank or engine heat exchanger
Comfort, Power and Climate Control:
- Two 16,000 BTU AC/heat units (upper and lower)
- Lower unit new in 2025
- 600W solar array with 800Ah AGM battery bank (2024)
- 3,000W inverter (new 2025)
Ground Tackle and Deck Equipment:
- Two Heavy Anchors (plow and CQR), each with 125’ of 3/8” chain
- 12V Electric Windlass
Exterior Gear:
- Stainless steel dinghy davits
Interior and Accommodations:
- Queen/full berth forward
- Dinette converts to a double
- Two twin berths in the pilothouse
- Microwave and LP gas stove/oven
- Excellent 12V refrigerator/freezer
- 32” Fold-Down TV
- Stand-Up shower—one of the best layouts you’ll find on a boat this size
- Exceptional storage throughout the vessel
Additional Notes:
Over $20,000 invested in upgrades within the past year.
SOVEREIGNTY would benefit from a new mainsail and some minor cosmetic refreshing, including flooring work localized to the helm deck area. Overall, she is a well-proven, comfortable motor sailor that is ready to continue cruising immediately.
Data Sheet
LOA: 39' 3'' (11.96 Meters)
Type: Sail- Used
Year: 1979
Beam: 14' 2''
Draft Max: 6'
Cabins: 2
Sleeps: 6
Heads: 1
Cruise Speed: 7 Knots
Fuel Type: Diesel
Hull Material: Fiberglass
Hull Shape: Monohull
Air Conditioning: Yes
Tower: No
Fuel Tank: 250 Gallons (946.35 Liters)
Fresh Water: 200 Gallons (757.08 Liters)
Holding Tank: 30 Gallons (113.56 Liters)
Dry Weight: 26000
Builder: Schucker
Engines
Engine 1
- Engine Make: Kubota
- Engine Model: V3300
- Engine Year: 2004
- Engine Type: Inboard
- Drive Type: Direct
- Power HP: 78.00
- Power KW: 58.16
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Serial Number: 241018
- Engine Location: Middle
Full Details
Exclusions
- 12’ RIB inflatable dinghy
- 20 HP 4-Stroke Tohatsu outboard
Mechanical Disclaimer
Engine and generator hours are as of the date of the original listing and are a representation of what the listing broker is told by the owner and/or actual reading of the engine hour meters. The broker cannot guarantee the true hours. It is the responsibility of the purchaser and/or his agent to verify engine hours, warranties implied or otherwise and major overhauls as well as all other representations noted on the listing brochure.
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.
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Contact Us
For more information about this yacht please contact Charlie Graham.
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United Yacht Sales
Beaufort NC USA
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Charleston SC USA
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Born and raised in Charleston, South Carolina, Charlie has always had a deep connection to the water. Growing up on Hobcaw Creek and spending much of his life surrounded by boats, he developed a passion for the marine industry at an early age. After graduating from College, he embarked on a successful career in sales, honing his skills in two distinct roles before transitioning to the yacht brokerage industry, starting out as a broker at Curtis Stokes & Associates and then transitioning to United Yacht Sales.
With years of firsthand boating experience and an in-depth understanding of the local market, Charlie is dedicated to helping clients find the perfect vessel to match their needs. Whether buying or selling, he combines his professional expertise with a personal love for boats to ensure every transaction is handled with care and precision.
Currently residing in Charleston, Charlie continues to thrive in the yachting world, serving both local and national clients. His goal is to provide exceptional service while fostering lasting relationships built on trust, knowledge, and a shared passion for life on the water.