1998 Custom Chuck Paine 30

This 1998 Custom Chuck Paine 30 is a cold-molded wooden sloop built by Peter Scott, designed by Chuck Paine. The hull combines wood construction with fiberglass sheathing, resulting in a strong, durable structure. She measures 30 feet in length with a 9.6-foot beam and draws 4 feet 9 inches, displacing approximately 10,472 pounds. A Westerbeke diesel engine with roughly 660 hours provides auxiliary power, capable of pushing the boat to 8 knots maximum and 7 knots cruising speed.

The boat accommodates two cabins and one head, with a classic mahogany interior. The layout includes a gimbaled stove, icebox, and spacious cockpit outfitted with cushions, a bimini top, and swim ladder. Navigation and convenience systems include a Garmin chartplotter, GPS, VHF radio, and autopilot. A roller furling system, solar panel with inverter, and standing rigging replaced in 2022 support cruising capability.

The boat has been primarily day-sailed and lightly used over her life, with extended periods stored out of water. While she will require recommissioning before returning to regular use, the underlying wooden structure is sound. The Chuck Paine 30 design is recognized for balanced sailing characteristics and elegant proportions, making this example suitable for coastal cruising and day sailing.