OVERVIEW

MORNINGSTAR is a well-equipped 1981 Marine Trader 34 Double Cabin offering the traditional two-stateroom,

two-head trawler layout, warm classic woodwork, upper and lower helm stations and an impressive cruising

equipment package.

Her current owner has continued to maintain and improve the vessel. One of MORNINGSTAR’s strongest assets is

the extensive maintenance documentation that accompanies her, including a maintenance book reaching far back

into the vessel’s history and records of work performed during the current ownership.

Major equipment and improvements observed or reported include a bow thruster, generator, 3,000-watt inverter,

marine air conditioning, Raymarine equipment, autopilot capability, windlass with two anchors, Tonic non-skid

installed approximately two years ago, updated flybridge side curtains, spare propeller, and a replacement propeller

shaft with an updated/different shaft seal system.

MORNINGSTAR is not represented as a cosmetically perfect 1981 vessel. Exterior painted surfaces would benefit

from refinishing, and a section of interior cabin sole is soft and will require attention. Those items are disclosed up

front. For a buyer seeking an affordable traditional diesel trawler for coastal cruising, extended stays aboard or

Great Loop-style cruising, MORNINGSTAR offers considerable equipment and classic Marine Trader character

SPECIFICATIONS

Builder: Marine Trader

Model: 34 Double Cabin

Year: 1981

Vessel Name: MORNINGSTAR

Type: Trawler / Double Cabin

Hull Material: Fiberglass

Fuel: Diesel

LOA: Approximately 33'4"

Beam: Approximately 11'9"

Draft: Approximately 3 ft

Displacement: Approximately 17,000 lb

Fuel Capacity: Approximately 300 gallons

Fresh Water Capacity: Approximately 150 gallons

Staterooms: Two

Heads: Two

Helm Stations: Upper and Lower

Engine Hours: Approximately 5,200 reported

Engine Make / Model / HP: To Be Verified

Generator: Installed — specifications/hours to be verified

FIVE KEY FEATURES

 Aquatronics non-skid installed throughout approximately two years ago

 Brand-new replacement drive/propeller shaft with dripless shaft seal

 Bow thruster

 Generator and 3,000-watt inverter

 Raymarine equipment with upper/lower station capability for the bottom finder

 Two Bimini tops with updated upper-deck side curtains

 Custom upper-deck propane storage matching the vessel

 Exceptional rail work completed by a retired Coast Guard craftsman

 Teak swim platform

 Windlass with foot controls and two anchors

 Dinghy lifting/towing arrangement

 Spare propeller included

 Extensive maintenance book and current-owner service records

POWER & RUNNING GEAR

MORNINGSTAR is powered by a single diesel with approximately 5,200 reported hours. The owner reports that the

engine starts readily and has been maintained with extensive service documentation. Exact engine make, model

and rated horsepower remain to be verified.

During a prior haulout, corrosion was reportedly discovered on the propeller shaft. The shaft was replaced and an

updated/different shaft seal system installed. A spare propeller is included.

ENGINE ROOM

The machinery space presents as notably clean and orderly for a trawler of this age. It contains the main propulsion

machinery, generator, battery/electrical systems Large Hot water heater and accessible service areas.

HELM & ELECTRONICS

UPPER HELM / FLYBRIDGE

The flybridge is a major part of MORNINGSTAR appeal and includes several custom touches and useful

cruising features.

 Bow thruster controls

 Depth instrumentation

 Marine VHF radio

 Bottom finder that can be used at the upper or lower station

 Protective cover for upper-station equipment

 Teak chairs intended to convey

 Substantial storage

 Two Bimini tops

 Updated side curtains designed to reduce heat and improve weather protection

 Custom propane storage enclosure purchased to match the vessel

DECKING, RAILS EXTERIOR

Aquatronics non-skid was reportedly installed throughout the boat approximately two years ago, a significant

upgrade for a vessel of this vintage.

The stern features a teak swim platform. The rail work is one of the strongest cosmetic details aboard and

was reportedly completed by a retired U.S. Coast Guard craftsman.

Exterior painted surfaces need cosmetic attention in areas due to age. The work was described

GROUND TACKLE

 Electric windlass

 Foot-operated windlass controls

 Two anchors

 Easy access to the anchor line/rode from the forward area

DINGHY & AFT DECK EQUIPMENT

The aft arrangement includes equipment that can be used to lift a dinghy or to tow a dinghy. Newer

ropes/lines were reported, and there is substantial storage in the aft and upper-deck areas.

SALON

The salon retains the warm traditional woodwork associated with classic Marine Trader trawlers. The table

folds out to create a larger dining surface and can also be lowered.

Beneath the salon couch is access to the house battery bank. A 3,000-watt inverter is installed, with additional

storage located beneath the seating.

GALLEY

 Refrigerator

 Three-burner propane stove

 Panasonic microwave

 Pull-out storage

 Additional cabinet and galley storage

 Propane supply stored externally on the upper deck

AFT CABIN

The aft cabin includes a lower berth arrangement, small workstation area, storage, private head, rear air

conditioning and attractive woodwork.

HEADS &SANITATION

MORNINGSTAR has two heads.

One toilet was reported as having been replaced.

ELECTRICAL & BATTERY SYSTEMS

 House battery bank beneath salon couch

 3,000-watt inverter

 AC outlets

 Battery monitor

 Shore-power / battery source switching controls

 Accessible wiring behind a forward interior panel

 Generator startup controls

AIR CONDITIONING

Marine air conditioning is installed for both forward and aft accommodations.

NAVIGATION, AUDIO & COMMUNICATIONS

 Raymarine equipment

 Marine VHF radio

 Stereo system

 Depth instrumentation

 Bottom finder usable at upper or lower station

MAINTENANCE & DOCUMENTATION

The maintenance documentation is one of MORNINGSTAR strongest selling points. The owner has a

maintenance book described as going back to the beginning of the vessel history, along with maintenance

records from the current ownership.

On a 1981 trawler, that level of documentation can be particularly valuable to a buyer and surveyor when

evaluating past service, repairs and upgrades.

INCLUDED EQUIPMENT

The owner indicates that pretty much everything shown aboard the vessel is intended to convey with the sale,

including teak chairs, spare propeller, lines and substantial onboard cruising gear.

BROKERS OBSERVATIONS

MORNINGSTAR is more than a generic older Marine Trader because of the amount of owner work and useful

cruising equipment already aboard.

The Aquatronics non-skid, exceptional rail work, updated flybridge curtains, custom propane storage, bow

thruster, generator, 3,000-watt inverter, replacement shaft with dripless seal, dinghy handling equipment and

extensive records are the details that should lead the marketing.

She still has age-related projects, and those are disclosed honestly. For the buyer who values systems,

documentation, classic woodwork and a practical cruising layout, MORNINGSTAR offers a substantial

package.

SHOWING / CONTACT

MORNINGSTAR is located in Green Cove Springs Fl Off Black Creek . Contact Redmond Boats & Yachts to arrange a showing or

request additional photographs, video and maintenance information.

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