BONHEUR - HUNT YACHTS FOR SALE

BONHEUR is a superb late-model example of the acclaimed Surfhunter 32 Express Cruiser, penned by Ray Hunt Design and built by Hunt Yachts in Rhode Island—a luxury sport yacht, dayboat, and weekender.

Introduction

BONHEUR is an outstanding late‑model representative of the highly regarded Surfhunter 32 Express Cruisers, conceived by Ray Hunt Design and built by Hunt Yachts in Rhode Island. She is powered by a pair of sought‑after Mercury Verado V‑8 outboards paired with a state‑of‑the‑art joystick featuring Skyhook GPS station‑keeping. With only 120 hours as of September 2025, the engines have just been professionally serviced, including compression tests confirming top operating condition, and the exhilarating extra speed of the outboards ensures abundant power for spirited day trips with a lively crowd of family and friends aboard. Lift‑kept in season and stored indoors off‑season, she shows the care. Tastefully appointed and color‑coordinated with upgraded fabrics and features throughout, BONHEUR is both a looker and a performer with that timeless Hunt appeal—never trendy, enduringly in style since the design was born to conquer the rough waters of Buzzards Bay over sixty‑five years ago. Notable options include a custom lower‑profile helm console, an Awlgrip‑painted hull, an additional companion XR pedestal chair, upgraded motors, an Express Hardtop, synthetic “teak” decks with off‑white seams, Sunbrella cockpit L‑settee cushions, and a varnished teak toe rail with pop‑up chalks, to name only a few. While many prefer to avoid rough water, the Surfhunter is famous for dancing right through it with a dry, confidence‑inspiring ride that must be experienced to be believed. With abundant seating both in the cockpit and beneath the hardtop, there is comfortable room for three couples, and it is not uncommon to host a convivial mix of ten aboard for the day. The unusually large ensuite head with shower perfectly suits her primary day‑boat mission, while the galley and generous vee‑berth with filler below are ideal for a couple’s overnight. Reluctantly yet seriously offered for sale and sensibly priced, BONHEUR will reward a careful inspection.

Contruction

Built for strength, silence, and longevity, the structure features a solid E‑glass bottom laminate protected by a vinylester osmosis barrier, with foam‑cored topsides and deck carrying a molded non‑skid for secure footing. The backbone continues with foam‑cored E‑glass stringers and bulkheads, while areas beneath high‑load hardware are reinforced with high‑density foam core. A painted bilge and a molded interior liner speak to cleanliness and serviceability, an extruded vinyl sheer guard capped in stainless steel defends the hull’s edge, and a Hunt custom fiberglass outboard bracket with composite decking completes a robust, seakindly platform.

Hull and deck

The presentation is impeccable, with optional Awlgrip paint setting the tone in Petrol Blue on the topsides. An Oyster White deck carries a bold Oyster White boot stripe with an Oyster White accent above, while a Gold cove stripe with the Hunt logo adds a crisp signature along the sheer. Below the waterline, the bottom is finished in black antifouling for a purposeful, unified look.

Cockpit and forward seating areas

The generous L‑settee to port, easily removable for cargo runs or fishing, works hand‑in‑glove with the starboard transom door to make movement effortless, and the self‑bailing cockpit with a gutter makes wash‑downs quick and clean. The upholstery is a study in bespoke detail: the L‑settee bottom in Perennials Sailcloth 680‑212 Dragonfly—a pleasing blue that echoes the hull—is piped in Sunbrella Canvas Natural 5404‑0000, while the backrests in Perennials I Love Stripes 840‑174 Lagoon feature contrasting piping in Perennials Sailcloth 680‑212 Dragonfly. The transom door itself is accented by a natural teak step and the Hunt logo, and a hot‑and‑cold shower stands at the ready after a swim. Centerline behind the pilothouse L‑settee, a purpose‑built amenity cabinet with Corian shelf, teak accents, cupholders atop, drawers within, and a wine‑bottle‑depth ice chest is crowned by a large stainless handrail that feels as good as it looks. Practical touches abound, from four Wichard folding padeyes for hanging fenders and under‑gunwale racks for boat hooks to LED courtesy lights and strip lighting tucked beneath the cockpit coamings. Service access is equally thoughtful, with aft bilge access via a large deck hatch complemented by fold‑down transom access hatches.

Pilothouse and helm

Beneath the shelter of the hardtop, the pilothouse invites relaxed passage‑making with an elevated L‑settee to port—complete with fold‑down footrests and stowage beneath—paired forward with a duo of XR pedestal chairs with lifting bolsters, a dynamite addition purpose‑designed for the Surfhunter 29/32. To port of the companionway, a teak‑trimmed glove box sits amid varnished teak, with louvered bi‑fold doors for ventilation and a teak‑and‑Lexan bi‑fold hatch. BONHEUR’s custom helm console is exemplary, delivering superb sightlines, abundant real estate for an oversized GPS plotter with sounder and radar, and clearly organized instrumentation for safe operation, including bilge pump switches, a windlass remote, a high‑water alarm, and more. Forward‑facing “classic station wagon” side‑vent windshield windows, two opening hatches in the hardtop, and zip‑open side curtains provide abundant natural airflow. Undermounted LED lights in the hardtop dim at a fingertip from the helm, a teak‑doored storage locker lies aft and outboard of the helm, and height‑adjustable pedestal bases with a height‑adjustable teak footrest for the companion refine ergonomics. Generous storage and access to pumps lie beneath a pilothouse sole hatch.

Interior

Below, function meets warmth: a practical galley, an oversized ensuite head with shower, and a large vee‑berth with filler that converts into an expansive double, complete with padded bolsters and outboard shelving, while lockers beneath the berths swallow gear with ease. The upgraded Duralee interior fabric is complemented by a faux‑teak sole detailed with light dividing inlays, varnished solid cherry trim throughout, 12‑volt overhead lights and whimsical “martini glass” reading lamps, stereo speakers on the forward bulkhead with a convenient stereo remote, a hanging locker with a fiddled shelf above, and teak companionway steps with hinged lids and storage beneath. In the galley, a Corian countertop frames a stainless‑steel sink with a stainless folding faucet delivering hot and cold water, a Mauve microwave oven sits flanked by deep storage cabinets, a large locker lies beneath the sink, and a dedicated drawer organizes cutlery. A Nova Kool 12v/110v refrigerator with wood fascia, a fiddled shelf above the cabinetry, and 110‑volt outlets at the forward end round out a capable workspace. In the head, an upgraded Vacuflush freshwater toilet with foot‑pedal operation pairs with a Marinco solar vent and an opening screened port; cherry lockers outboard of the vanity and a storage cabinet beneath keep essentials tidy. A Corian counter with stainless sink whose faucet pulls out to double as a shower head, a shower drain with automatic electric discharge pump, a cherry‑framed mirror, an inset cubby with cherry trim, a custom stainless towel bar, stainless hooks, a 15‑gallon holding tank, and a Y‑valve for optional overboard discharge in offshore waters complete this unusually spacious retreat.

Electronics

At the helm, a Garmin 8616xsv sixteen‑inch color plotter/fish finder paired with a thru‑hull transducer anchors a professional‑grade suite, complemented by a Garmin xHD 4 kW eighteen‑inch radar dome with a magnetic compass sensor and a Garmin Airmar transducer. A Garmin AIS 800 transceiver enhances awareness, a Garmin VHF 110 radio keeps communications crisp, and a Mercury Vessel View 502 displays live engine data with clarity. Trim tabs with an auto feature integrate seamlessly with the system. Entertainment flows through a Fusion BB300R stereo with AM/FM, four remote speakers, MS‑NRX300 helm and interior remote controls, USB input, Bluetooth connectivity, and a smaller remote in the head, making the soundtrack as vivid as the view.

Electrical

The ship’s systems are organized around a Blue Seas 12v/110v breaker panel, with power reserves from two 12‑volt AGM Group 31 start batteries and two 12‑volt AGM Group 31 house batteries. Remote‑activated battery switches at the helm include a manual backup, while a Blue Seas ACR battery charge/management system intelligently handles distribution. Shore power arrives via a 30‑amp connection and cord, safeguarded by a galvanic isolator and a Blue Seas ELCI shore power breaker housed in a waterproof case. Charging is managed by a Mastervolt 20‑amp battery charger, and an 1800‑watt inverter with a 30‑amp breaker and remote control supports AC needs. Convenience touches include a dual 12‑volt USB outlet in the glove box and another by the starboard‑side interior next to the stereo remote, a classic 12‑volt plug at the helm, and additional USB and a single‑pole plug for stereo input.

Canvas

Protection comes easy with a fitted mooring cover, tailored XR helm and companion chair covers, and Stamoid covers for the glove box, companionway, and the helm/electrical panel, preserving finishes and fabrics in every season.

Deck

Anchoring is effortless with an upgraded stainless 14# anchor and chain, optionally paired with a stainless swivel, driven by a Lewmar 700 low‑profile windlass with anchor roller, an extra cleat, foot controls on deck, and a remote switch at the helm. A flush‑deck anchor locker hatch keeps the foredeck clean. Along the sheer, a Harrier‑style varnished teak toe rail with pop‑up chalks and stainless chafe strips adds both function and finesse. Four pop‑up cleats with the Hunt logo serve the side decks and aft, complemented by two fixed cleats on the bow. A varnished teak eyebrow graces the deckhouse, and an aft‑facing floodlight on the mast illuminates the cockpit while the mast carries radar, VHF, and GPS antennae. Underfoot, an optional faux‑teak bridge deck and cockpit sole in natural tone with white caulk lines extend to matching decking on the swim platform. The Express Hardtop crowns the area with stainless‑steel supports, two Lewmar hatches with screens, four flush‑mount LED lights with a dimmer, stainless handrails, a mast, and canvas zip‑out sides and a back‑drop curtain. Practicalities include a spare 25‑foot 30‑amp shore‑power cord; Bette Fleming varnished teak ensign and burgee staffs; two stainless flush‑mount rod holders; six drink holders—two at the helm, two to port in a varnished teak frame, and two on the aft amenity; a molded‑in transom locker with drain that makes a superb day cooler; stainless‑steel water, fuel, and waste deck plates; four Lewmar opening portlights; a Lewmar cabin hatch with screen; and four braided dock lines with fenders fitted with three Maine Point fleece covers.

Safety

Safety is comprehensive and intuitive: a carbon monoxide detector stands guard below, fire extinguishers are at the ready, and two 12‑volt bilge pumps are backed by a high‑water alarm. A windlass remote resides at the helm, while a telescoping swim ladder built into the swim platform and a stainless handle on the transom ease reboarding. Safety handrails are strategically placed throughout the boat, including on the hardtop, windshield, beside the companionway, at the cockpit amenity, and along the hardtop frame, with a substantial bow rail adding assurance forward. Solex glass windshield panels pair with Roca pantograph wipers and washers, molded‑in fiberglass nonskid boarding steps amidships aid boarding, and an AFI flush‑mount 12‑volt horn commands attention. Navigation is supported by running, steaming, and anchor lights approved by the United States Coast Guard, with four approved life jackets aboard, a throw cushion, and spare fuses completing the kit.

Helm

The helm is crafted for command and comfort with a fiberglass console trimmed in varnished teak, including a useful shelf, solid handholds, and refined edging. A custom Mahogany‑and‑Chrome “Navigator” wheel with the Hunt logo centers the station, flanked by two stainless‑steel drink holders and a flip‑down, bulkhead‑mounted footrest. The electrical panel outboard of the helm sits behind smoked Lexan doors. A custom lower‑profile helm console boosts forward visibility and is topped by varnished teak with fiddles all around. Seating is elevated by an upgraded XR pedestal chair with lifting bolster, matched to port by a companion chair in blue Ultraleather, while a Ritchie compass with the Hunt logo keeps headings precise.

Mechanical

Performance is entrusted to upgraded Mercury Verado 300 hp V‑8 engines, harnessed by Mercury’s intuitive joystick steering system for quick, accurate control around the dock. Hydraulic, power‑assisted steering with a tilt helm complements both automatic and manual engine trim systems, while trim tabs offer both auto and manual modes to fine‑tune running attitude across conditions.

Tankage and plumbing

Capacities and flow are thoughtfully engineered: fuel is carried in one 235‑gallon barrier‑lined, cross‑linked plastic tank; fresh water in one 28‑gallon tank served by a pressure‑water system with a Par Max 2.9 pump; and hot water by an 8‑gallon water heater. Waste is contained in one 15‑gallon holding tank, with a Y‑valve allowing optional overboard discharge in offshore waters.