2003 Mainship Pilot 34 – Liberty
A beautifully maintained, thoughtfully upgraded Downeast cruiser ready for her next adventure
If you’ve been searching for a classic Downeast-style cruiser that combines timeless looks, efficient performance, comfortable accommodations, and practical, easy-to-maintain systems, take a serious look at Liberty.
This 2003 Mainship Pilot 34 has been exceptionally well cared for by a knowledgeable owner who has invested more than $50,000 in upgrades, improvements, and maintenance over the past four years. The result is a boat that delivers the classic Mainship Pilot experience with many of the costly and important updates already completed.
Powered by twin Yanmar 4LHA-STP 240 HP diesels, Liberty cruises comfortably at approximately 18–20 MPH, providing the performance and confidence to enjoy everything from quick day trips to extended coastal cruising. With only 1710 hours on each engine, these proven straight-shaft diesels are an excellent match for the Pilot 34.
Classic Lines. Serious Capability. Exceptional Comfort.
The Mainship Pilot 34 is a boat designed around the way people actually use their boats. Her spacious cockpit is ideal for fishing, entertaining, or simply enjoying a sunset. Step inside and you'll find a comfortable salon, fully equipped galley, private stateroom, and accommodations for four.
The 6'4" cabin headroom and thoughtful layout make her remarkably comfortable for a boat of this size, while her 12'3" beam provides a stable, spacious feel underway and at anchor.
For longer trips, the 3.5 KW NextGen marine generator, housed in its own sound shield, provides quiet, dependable power for the air conditioning, refrigerator, stove, and other onboard systems.
And when it comes to cruising, the Pilot 34's relatively shallow 2'10" draft, economical diesel power, and straightforward systems open up plenty of cruising possibilities.
A Major Investment in Recent Years
Liberty's current owner didn't simply maintain the boat—they improved it.
More than $50,000 has been invested in upgrades and improvements, with documentation available. Highlights include:
- Raymarine Axiom Pro 12" chartplotter with RealVision 3D and dual thru-hull transducers – 2021
- Dometic 12,000 BTU marine air conditioning – 2018
- Nova Kool R3800 refrigerator – 2018
- Lewmar V700 windlass – 2020
- Snead Island Marina comprehensive boat overhaul – 2021
- New PSS/PYI shaft seals – 2021
- Two new stainless-steel 1½" drive shafts – 2021
- Engine alignment and propeller balancing – 2021
- High-water alarm – 2021
- 33-lb Rocna Vulcan galvanized anchor – 2021
- 300' of ½" anchor line with 54' of ⅜" chain – 2021
- Engine-compartment sound insulation – 2021
- New Bomar hatches – 2022
- Captain Navy Sunbrella complete cabin interior – 2022
- Full Isinglass enclosure – 2023
- Aft sunshade – 2023
- Salon headliner replacement – 2024
- Port Racor replaced – 2025
- Two Group D8 batteries – 2025
- New hot water heater – May 2026
This is the kind of ownership history that makes a used boat stand out: significant money and attention have gone into the systems that matter, with the work performed by an owner who clearly understands what it takes to keep a cruising boat in excellent condition.
Ready for the Water
Liberty is equipped with the electronics and systems you'd want for confident cruising:
- Raymarine Axiom Pro 12" chartplotter with RealVision 3D
- Dual thru-hull transducers
- Raymarine ST8002 hydraulic autopilot
- VHF radio with remote cockpit handset
- Boss Audio Bluetooth stereo with cockpit speakers
- Richie compass
- Dual engine instrumentation with RPM, DC volts, temperature, oil pressure, and fuel level
- Bennett trim tabs
- Lewmar V700 windlass
- NextGen 3.5 KW marine generator
- Vacuum-flush head
- Full Isinglass enclosure
- Aft sunshade
Specifications
Length Overall: 37.8'
Beam: 12'3"
Draft: 2'10"
Bridge Clearance: 9'
Cabin Headroom: 6'4"
Dry Weight: Approximately 15,000 lbs.
Fuel: 250 gallons
Fresh Water: 70 gallons
Holding Tank: 20 gallons
Sleeping Capacity: 4
Engines: Twin 2003 Yanmar 4LHA-STP
Horsepower: 240 HP each
Drive: Inboard, straight shaft
Engine Hours: 1710 each
Why Liberty?
There are plenty of older boats on the market. There are far fewer that have been systematically upgraded, maintained, and cared for by an experienced owner.
Liberty offers the best qualities of the Mainship Pilot 34: classic Downeast styling, excellent visibility, a comfortable cruising layout, roomy engine access, straightforward systems, shallow draft, and efficient twin-diesel performance. Add the extensive recent investment, modern electronics, generator, air conditioning, updated interior, enclosure, and significant mechanical work, and you have a boat that is ready to be enjoyed rather than becoming someone else's project.
Liberty is priced competitively for everything she brings to the table and represents a terrific opportunity for anyone looking for a capable, comfortable, and distinctive coastal cruiser.
Come see why the Mainship Pilot 34 has earned such a loyal following—and why Liberty may be the boat that gets you out on the water and keeps you there.
Bluewater Yacht Sales is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Brewer Yacht Sales. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a particular vessel
