1979 Fortier 26'

7.92 m
$ 44,500 USD
Dodson Boatyard, 194 Water Street, 06378USAStonington CT 06378 USA
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1979 Fortier 26' 26

  • 7.92 m
  • Diesel
  • Power
  • Cuddy Cabin
Mystic, Connecticut, United States
In Stock #2840104

1979 Fortier 26

26' (7.92 m) NORTH LIGHT

A Downeast favorite for decades, the Fortier 26 is a tried and true vessel; championed by her builder as “an honest sea boat for fishing and cruising.”

Mystic, Connecticut, United States
   Vessel ID: 2840104
FEATURES:

1979 Fortier 26' 26

  • 7.92 m
  • Diesel
  • Power
  • Cuddy Cabin
Mystic, Connecticut, United States
In Stock #2840104

$ 44,500 USD

$ 61,558 CAD*
38,240 Euros*
£ 33,032 GBP*
*estimated foreign exchange

Description

A Downeast favorite for decades, the Fortier 26 is a tried and true vessel; championed by her builder as “an honest sea boat for fishing and cruising.” Solidly built and beautifully maintained, this Fortier 26 is a timeless Downeast cruiser with a smooth ride, spacious cockpit, and dependable inboard power. Perfect for fishing, harbor cruising, or weekend getaways.


NORTH LIGHT has been well cared for and is perfectly suited for an individual, couple, or small family seeking a seaworthy, reliable boat for beach days, fishing trips, or short coastal cruising. With updated canvas, and fresh upholstery throughout, her thoughtful upgrades make her stand out among boats of her vintage. After many happy years with her current owners, NORTH LIGHT is ready for her next steward.

LOA26'

LOA Inch10''

LOA8.18''

Beam19'

Draft Max Feet2'

Draft Max Inch6''

Fuel Tank (Gallons)100

Fuel Tank (Liters)378.54

Fresh Water (Gallons)25

Fresh Water (Liters)94.64

Holding Tank (Gallons)20

Holding Tank (Liters)75.71

TypePower

ConditionUsed

Specifications

Name

NORTH LIGHT

HIN/IMO

FDF0004979J

26'10" (8.18 Meters)

Power-Used

Year

1979

2'6"

Cabins

1

Sleeps

2

Heads

1

Fuel Type

Diesel

Hull Material

Fiberglass

100 Gallons (378.54 Liters)

25 Gallons (94.64 Liters)

20 Gallons (75.71 Liters)

Engines

Engine 1

  • Engine Make: Perkins
  • ModelEngine Model: T63544M
  • YearEngine Year: 1979
  • Engine TypeEngine Type: Inboard
  • Drive TypeDrive Type: Direct
  • Power HPPower HP: 158.00
  • Power KWPower KW: 117.82
  • Feul TypeFeul Type: Diesel
  • HoursHours: 2490.00
  • Hours DateHours Date: 08-18-2025
  • Engine Quantity1
  • Full Details

    DESCRIPTIONS

    Hull:

    • Classic Edlridge-McInnis, semi displacement design
    • Full keel with skeg sand shoe

    Deck equipment:

    • Danforth anchor with chain and rhode
    • (2) Stainless bow horn cleats
    • SS bow rail for safety
    • (1) cabin top hatch
    • Varnished teak handrails on cabin top
    • (2) midship spring line horn cleats
    • (2) gunnel mounted rod holders

    Cockpit:

    • Engine box with custom green canvas cushion
    • Deck storage box with custom green canvas cover and green canvas cushion
    • (2) folding green canvas captains chairs
    • Removable cockpit sunshade umbrella
    • Folding teak cockpit table
    • Movable cockpit entry steps
    • (4) mounted fishing rod holders
    • Ensign

    Helm:

    • Perkins engine instruments
    • Sidepower bow thruster
    • IC-M412 VHF Marine radio with remote
    • Ritchie mounted compass
    • Raymarine Hybridtouch GPS Multifunction display
    • Raymarine Depth & Speed display
    • Stereo system
    • Shore power inlet
    • Manual and electric bilge pump controls
    • (3) windshield panes in varnished teak frame with (3) individual wipers
    • Custom canvas cover with isinglass and SS structure
    • (2) helm seats with co-pilot's on a swivel

    Cabin:

    • Varnished teak companionway hatch/door
    • V-berth layout with updated upholstered berth cushions
    • Anchor locker access forward
    • Storage shelf in bow
    • (2) netted storage bags
    • Teak and holly cabin sole

    Galley:

    • 2-burner electric or alcohol stove
    • Stainless sink
    • Custom removable side table
    • Electrical panel above/outboard of galley.

    Head:

    • Marine head
    • Storage above/outboard of head
    • Opening window port
    • Towel racks
    • 20 gal holding tank

    Additional Included Equipment

    • (8) orange life preservers
    • (4) fire extinguishers
    • (4) folding canvas directors chairs
    • (1) teak folding table
    • (1) Danforth anchor, chain and rode
    • (1) teak deck box and cushion
    • (1) stainless swim boarding ladder
    • (1) set Main cabin cushions
    • (1) stereo w/2 speakers
    • (1) toolkit
    • (1) flare kit
    • (4) black fenders
    • (2) shore cables
    • (1) life ring w/throw rope
    • (1) teak cockpit boarding steps
    • (1) engine box cushion
    • (1) tan cockpit umbrella

    Recent Updates

    • 6/2021 - New Macerator pump and replumb head.
    • 6/2021 - Fuel pump rebuilt
    • 6/2021 - (2) New deep cell batteries 
    • 6/2022 - New STB wiper motor assembly 
    • 6/2022 - New Sirus SOS signal C-1003
    • 5/2023 - (1) New deep Cell battery 
    • 7/2023 - Exhaust repaired at engine to exhaust flange. Flange was ground down and resealed with new gasket and bolts. 
    • 2023 - Alternator rebuilt/re-wound
    • 7/2025 - New shift cable from engine to shifter.

    Contact

    For more information about this yacht, please contact Caroline Ruby We look forward to working with you!

    For more information about this yacht, please contact Caroline Ruby. We look forward to working with you!

    For more information about this yacht, please contact Caroline Ruby.

    NORTH LIGHT 26ft Fortier Yacht For Sale
    Caroline Ruby
    Yacht Broker

    Dodson Boatyard

    194 Water Street

    Stonington CT 06378 USA

    1-914-419-0251