2008 Gemini 34' (10.36 m) 105MC
Marina Tropical, Dominican Republic
Luffin Life
2008 Gemini 105MC in Luperon DR. Solar, lithium batteries, watermaker and Starlink onboard. Proven family cruiser with shallow draft and ready to sail with minimal maintenance. A well equipped entry catamaran for your next adventure.
Flag of Registry: United States
Port of Registry: Nixa, MO
- Catamaran
- Sail
- Used
- Diesel
- FRP Hull
- HIN/IMO: PCI01023C808
| FEATURES: |
|---|
| Lithium Batteries |
| Solar Power |
| Generator |
| AC |
| Water Maker |
| Notable Upgrades: Brand new 15hp Outboard Dinghy Engine |
| Tenders: Dinghy Info: AB 10.5 dinghy freshly sealed |
$87 000 USD Compact Cruising Catamaran
$ 87,000 USD
€ 74,250 Euros
$ 119,238 CAD
£ 64,301 GBP
Description
S/V Luffin Life is a 2008 Gemini 105MC catamaran located in Luperon, Dominican Republic, and offered for $87,000 USD. US flagged and owned by her third owner, she is a proven, cruise-ready platform that has recently completed a family voyage from Florida to the Caribbean. Well equipped for comfortable liveaboard and island hopping, she features 940W of solar, 400Ah of lithium batteries, a 2000W inverter, Starlink connectivity, and a Seawater Pro 40 GPH watermaker. The 27hp Westerbeke diesel with Sillette outdrive runs strong, and her shallow draft, centerboards, and kick-up rudders allow access to anchorages most boats can’t reach.
Below and on deck, Luffin Life is set up for practical cruising with a custom fridge and freezer, microwave, 12k BTU MarineAir AC, full enclosure, hatch screens and covers, and a comfortable cockpit with factory hammock seating. She comes with a well-rounded inventory including a main and screecher in great condition, dinghy with a new Yamaha 15hp outboard, reinforced davits, upgraded ground tackle with a 20kg Rocna anchor, and additional spares and cruising gear. A recent bottom job with primer and antifouling, along with structural reinforcement aft, adds further peace of mind.
This is an ideal entry-level cruising catamaran that has already proven herself as a capable and enjoyable family boat. While not without cosmetic and maintenance items, she is ready to sail today with minimal work required. Located in the welcoming cruiser hub of Luperon, she offers the perfect starting point for Caribbean adventures, with the option for delivery assistance or onboard orientation for new owners.
Data Sheet
HIN/IMO: PCI01023C808
Official Number: 1210220
LOA: 33' 5'' (10.19 Meters)
Type: Sail- Used
Year: 2008
Beam: 14'
LOD: 34'
LWL: 31' 7''
Draft Max: 5' 5''
Draft Min: 1' 5''
Cabins: 3
Sleeps: 8
Heads: 1
Maximum Speed: 7.5 Knots
Cruise Speed: 6 Knots
Range NMI: 400
Fuel Type: Diesel
Hull Material: FRP
Hull Shape: Catamaran
Air Conditioning: Yes
Tower: No
Fuel Tank: 36 Gallons (136.27 Liters)
Fresh Water: 60 Gallons (227.12 Liters)
Displacement: 7994 lbs
Designer: Tony Smith
Builder: Performance Cruising Inc. (USA)
Seating Capacity: 8
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Engines
Engine 1
- Engine Make: Westerbeke
- Engine Model: 30B
- Engine Year: 2008
- Engine Type: Inboard
- Drive Type: Sail
- Power HP: 27.00
- Power KW: 20.13
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Hours: 1200.00
- Hours Date: 05-04-2026
- Engine Location: Middle
Generators
Generator 1
- Generator Make: Ryobi
- Generator KW: 2.30
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Additional Information
Accommodation
This 3-cabin, 1-head catamaran is perfect for families looking to sail the Caribbean.
Interior Comforts and Amenities
- Seawater Pro 40 GPH Watermaker
- Custom fridge with top freezer
- Microwave
- 12k BTU MarineAir AC
- Factory hammock seating
- Window covers
- Full eisenglass enclosure
- Screens and sun covers for hatches
- TV
Electronics and Navigation
- Garmin Chart Plotter
- HawkEye Depth Finder
- Raymarine ST60+ Wind
- Raymarine Autopilot
- Starlink Internet
- VHF
- Depth Sounder
- Compass
Electrical Systems
- Solar Power (940W)
- 400Ah Lithium Batteries (4x100Ah)
- 2000W Renogy PCL Inverter (needs inspection)
- 2300W Ryobi Generator (for watermaker)
Deck and Hull Equipment
- 20kg Rocna Anchor with (40 ft) 3/8" chain and approximately (140 ft) rode
- (2) Additional anchors with new nylon rode
- Davits
- Deck shower (starboard aft)
- Navigation lights
- (2) Paddle boards
- Fishing gear
Sails and Rigging
- Original rigging
- Main and screecher sails in great condition
- Headsail in good condition (recommended replacement within a year)
Mechanical Equipment
- 27hp Westerbeke 30B Diesel Engine (1200 hours), runs strong
- Sillette outdrive (recently cleaned and serviced)
- 3-blade propeller
- Engine spare parts
Safety Equipment
- Complete bottom job with (2) coats of primer and (3) coats of antifouling
- Reinforced aft hulls with additional fiberglass
- Reinforced davits with top-mounted plates
Engine Info
- 27hp Westerbeke 30B Diesel Engine (1200 hours)
- Sillette outdrive (recently cleaned and serviced)
Dinghy Info
- AB 10.5 dinghy, freshly sealed
- Yamaha 15hp 2-stroke outboard (brand new, never mounted or started)
- Includes (6-gallon) fuel tank
Tankage
- Fuel: 36 gallons
- Water: 60 gallons
Owners Comments and Boat History
S/V Luffin Life is a US-flagged, Luperon-based 2008 Gemini 105MC catamaran offered by her third owner.
She is fully equipped for cruising, having recently completed a family voyage from Florida to the Dominican Republic. The current owners have lived aboard and accumulated extensive knowledge, spare parts, and cruising gear, all of which will transfer to the next owner.
While she has a few cosmetic and minor maintenance items including gelcoat crazing, a hatch that leaks in heavy rain, and a chafed screecher line, she remains a highly capable and practical cruising platform ready to sail immediately.
Her shallow draft allows access to protected anchorages that deeper vessels cannot reach, a major advantage in crowded or weather-sensitive areas. The moderate beam allows for easy haul-outs and compatibility with standard marina slips. The onboard watermaker supports comfortable long-term cruising without reliance on shore-side water.
This vessel has proven to be an ideal entry-level cruising catamaran, and the owners are now upgrading after discovering their enjoyment of the lifestyle. Gemini catamarans are well regarded and widely appreciated, offering excellent versatility with centerboards and kick-up rudders allowing operation in less than 2 feet of water.
The integrated rudder steering system provides responsive handling and maneuverability. A recent survey is available, and additional information and photos can be shared with serious buyers.
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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