2008 Back Cove 33 

This is a good size of boat for someone who wants comfort without getting into a larger, more complicated yacht. The helm deck is bright and protected, the galley is up where people prefer to spend time, the cockpit is easy to move through, and the single 480HP Yanmar diesel keeps the maintenance of things much more straightforward.

The bigger notable here is the mechanical work. This boat has been upgraded with a Yanmar 480 HP diesel, ZF transmission, dripless shaft seal, strut, prop shaft, Nibral propeller, Mastervolt inverter/charger, newer batteries, newer Dometic refrigeration, Webasto diesel heat, and MaxPower bow and stern thrusters. 

Only 230 hours since the engine and transmission were replaced and the boat was gone through. Recent maintenance includes fresh oils, fuel filters, coolant, anodes, alternator, starting batteries, and a fresh prop. The owner is also planning to haul the boat for fresh bottom paint and a polish.

A January 2025 survey rated the vessel in above average condition, and the survey notes the boat was inspected both in-water and out-of-water, with a limited trial run completed. 

For a buyer looking for a Back Cove 33, this one checks a lot of boxes: single diesel, shaft drive, bow and stern thrusters, diesel heat, a spacious cockpit, excellent visibility, good interior volume, and major mechanical investment already done for the next owner. 

Highlights:

• 2008 Back Cove 33
• Classic Downeast-style hardtop express cruiser
• Single Yanmar 6LY3-ETP diesel, 480 HP
• ZF transmission
• Approx. 230 hours
• Bow and stern thrusters
• Direct shaft drive
• Dripless shaft seal
• Fresh prop
• Webasto diesel heat
• Mastervolt 2000W inverter/charger
• Newer starting batteries
• Newer house batteries
• Two newer Dometic refrigerators
• Raymarine electronics
• Autopilot
• ICOM VHF
• Quick electric windlass
• Enclosed head with separate stall shower
• Galley up on the helm deck
• Surveyed January 2025
• Survey-rated above average condition
• Planned haul-out for bottom paint and polish
• Delivery options can be arranged

Mechanical:

Yanmar 6LY3-ETP, 5.813L turbocharged and intercooled diesel, 480 HP with a ZF 85A transmission with 2.5:1 gear ratio, direct drive, 2-inch stainless shaft, and Tides Marine dripless shaft seal. 

Recent/ongoing maintenance:

• Fresh oils
• Fuel filters
• Coolant
• Anodes
• Alternator
• Starting batteries
• Fresh prop

Layout:

The Back Cove 33 has always had a strong following because it is easy to use. You get a protected helm deck, galley up, good side-deck movement, a spacious cockpit, and a cabin that has enough comfort for overnighting.

The helm deck has the galley aft of the helm, dinette seating to port, companion seating forward, and good visibility through the hardtop enclosure. Below, there is a forward berth, convertible seating, storage, and a proper enclosed head with separate stall shower. The previous listing noted sleeping accommodations for up to five between the V-berth, convertible cabin settee, and convertible helm-deck dinette. 

Deck and Cockpit:

• Swim platform
• Stainless swim ladder
• Transom door
• Hot/cold cockpit shower
• Cockpit seating with storage
• Large cockpit lazarettes
• Pop-up stern cleats
• Wide side decks
• Stainless bow rail
• Hardtop handholds
• Opening center windshield
• Windshield wipers
• Quick electric windlass
• Plow anchor
• Chain and rope rode

The January 2025 survey noted the exterior soft goods were clean and well maintained where sighted, the teak brightwork was well maintained, the windows were well fit, and the exterior lighting all in good working order

Galley and Interior:

• Galley up
• Corian countertops
• Cherry cabinetry
• Stainless sink
• Hot and cold pressurized water
• Two Dometic refrigerators
• Microwave
• Princess two-burner propane cooktop
• Xintex propane fume detector and control
• Forward V-berth
• Convertible cabin seating
• Convertible helm-deck dinette
• Enclosed head
• Separate stall shower
• Webasto diesel heat

Electronics:

• Raymarine C120 chartplotter
• Raymarine radar
• Raymarine depth sounder
• Raymarine autopilot
• Yanmar i5601E engine display
• ICOM M504 VHF
• Clarion stereo
• Clarion cockpit and cabin speakers
• KVH satellite dome

SpecificationsItemDetailYear2008MakeBack CoveModel33

LOA33 ft 6 Beam12 ft Draft3 ft 1 Hull Material Fiberglass Engine Yanmar 6LY3-ETP diesel Horsepower480 HP DriveDirect shaft drive Transmission ZF 85A Fuel Diesel Cabins 1 Heads1

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.