Overall Rating: We give the Marlow-Hunter 33 sailboat a rating of 4.65 out of 5 stars.
The Marlow Hunter 33, also known as the Hunter e33, is a 33.6ft sailboat manufactured by the boat manufacturer Marlow-Hunter in Florida, America.
The Marlow-Hunter 33 is sold worldwide through boat dealerships, online through pre-owned boat trader websites, and directly through Marlow-Hunter.
This sailboat was designed by boat designer Glenn Henderson and the Marlow-Hunter design team.
The Marlow-Hunter 33 was first introduced in September 2011 and it is still in production today.
The Marlow Hunter 33 (Hunter e33) is a successor to the previous Hunter 33 model which was in production from 2004 until 2011.
Since its inception in 2011, the Marlow-Hunter 33 vessel has grown to become known as one of the best small cruisers in the industry.
In 2012, the Marlow-Hunter 33 was awarded "Best Compact Cruiser" by Cruising World.
In this article, we'll provide a detailed Marlow-Hunter 33 (Hunter e33) review, evaluating every aspect of this sailing vessel including the exterior and interior features, appearance, price, safety, performance, amenities, upgrade packages, spec sheet, running costs, design, warranty, customer service, pros and cons.
Marlow-Hunter 33 review table of contents:
Marlow-Hunter 33 Pros & Cons
To help you decide whether the Marlow-Hunter 33 is the right sailboat for you, we've provided a summary overview of the main pros and cons of this sailing vessel.
Marlow-Hunter 33 Price
Price Rating: We give the Marlow-Hunter 33 price a rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
The Marlow-Hunter 33 price review involves evaluating the price of the boat, the payment options when buying the boat and the running costs of this sailing vessel.
A buyer can get a lot of value for money with a brand new Marlow-Hunter 33 compared with other similar brand new sailboats on the market.
How Much Does A Marlow-Hunter 33 Sailboat Cost?
A brand-new Marlow-Hunter 33 boat costs between $148,889 and $155,000. A preowned Marlow-Hunter 33 boat costs between $79,000 and $120,000.
The price varies based on the optional extras included in the watercraft.
What Are The Payment Options When Buying A Marlow-Hunter 33?
There are 2 payment options when buying a Marlow-Hunter 33. These 2 payment options are paying in full in one lump sum of money or getting boat financing which allows a buyer to pay in installments.
The availability of boat financing will depend on a buyer's credit history.
Having two payment options gives buyers a choice in how to pay for the Marlow-Hunter 33. Boat financing enables buyers to pay for the boat without needing the entire amount of money upfront.
What Are The Running Costs Of A Marlow-Hunter 33?
The total running costs of a Marlow-Hunter 33 sailboat are approximately $220 to $300 per month.
The running costs of this vessel will vary based on the frequency of use and the condition of the boat.
These running costs include fuel for the boat, gas for the cooker, heating supplies, and general part repair.
These running costs do not include once-off damage repair bills or boat finance payments.
Marlow-Hunter 33 Performance
Performance Rating: We give the Marlow-Hunter 33 a performance rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
The Marlow-Hunter 33 performance review involves evaluating the performance of the engine and the handling of the boat.
Engine Performance
The Marlow-Hunter 33 comes with a 21-horsepower diesel inboard saildrive Yanmar engine.
The Yanmar 21-horsepower engine is at an optimal operating performance when the motor is at 2,000 RPM and when the voltmeters read between 13 and 14.5 volts.
In winds of 8 knots, the Marlow-Hunter 33 was able to maintain a great 5 knots to windward at 2,500 RPM.
In calmer weather, this sailboat effortlessly maintains a cruising speed of 5.5 knots at 2,000 RPM.
The saildrive engine of the Marlow-Hunter 33 is quieter and generates less vibration than traditional drive shaft systems.
The decibel levels of Marlow-Hunter 33's engine are:
- 64 decibels in the aft cabin: The inboard engine of the Marlow-Hunter 33 is located under the floor underneath the aft cabin. The noise level registered at the aft cabin was just 64 decibels which is fairly quiet
- 55 decibels in the forward cabin: The decibel level at the forward cabin is 55 decibels which is quiet
Handling Performance
The Marlow-Hunter 33 is certified CE A which means it is certified to handle ocean sailing, inshore sailing and offshore for extended voyages with winds of over Beaufort Force 8 (over 40 knots) and wave heights of 13 feet.
This sailboat can handle well in harsh marine environments. The jib furling system on the Marlow-Hunter 33 can be used to quickly and easily adjust the sail area and optimize the boat's handling and performance to the weather conditions.
The fractional B&R reefing system of the Marlow-Hunter 33 improves handling performance by allowing the skipper to easily reduce sail size when the wind is strong or the boat is heeled over.
Marlow-Hunter 33 Exterior
Exterior rating: We give the Marlow-Hunter 33 exterior a rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
The Marlow-Hunter 33 exterior review includes evaluating the boat's rigging, deck, hull and cockpit area.
What Are The Marlow-Hunter 33 Exterior Rigging Features?
The Marlow-Hunter 33 rigging features are:
- Boom Vang
- Inboard Jib Tracks w/Adjustable Cars
- Internal Halyards Led To The Cockpit
- Jib Furling System
- Mainsheet Purchase System
- Mainsail, Full Roach w/Flaking System and Sail Cover
- 110% Furling w/Acrylic Sun Cover
- Selden Mast
- B & R w/Fractional Sail Plan Reefing System
- Rigging Line Stoppers & Organizers (2 Sets)
- 2 Winch Handles
What Are The Benefits Of The Marlow-Hunter 33 Exterior Rigging?
The benefits of the Marlow-Hunter 33 rigging are the jib furling system allows for easy adjustment of the size of the jib sail, the B&R with fractional sail plan reefing system makes it easy to optimize the speed and performance of the boat and the mainsheet purchase system enables skippers to fine-tune the trim of the mainsail.
What Is A Disadvantage Of The Marlow-Hunter 33 Exterior Rigging?
One disadvantage of the Marlow-Hunter 33 rigging is it requires regular maintenance checks to ensure it is in full working order which can be time-consuming and require specialized tools and knowledge.
What Are The Marlow-Hunter 33 Exterior Deck & Hull Features?
The Marlow-Hunter 33 deck & hull features are:
- Single anchor roller
- Anchor well space for rod and chain
- Stainless steel bow pulpit
- Stainless steel deck handrails
- 3 hatches with screens
- HKR Kevlar hull reinforcement
- Shoal draft keel (4.6ft)
- 6 mooring cleats
- Nonskid deck
- 5 fixed ports (2 are opening ports with screens)
- Stainless steel stern rail seats with drink holders
- Stainless steel foldable swim platform with telescoping ladder
- All bronze below the waterline through-hull fittings
- Windshield fixed ports with cover
- Balanced spade rudder with stainless steel shaft
- Double lifelines with 3 gates and stainless steel stanchions
- Maxguard gelcoat finish
What Are The Benefits Of The Marlow-Hunter 33 Exterior Deck & Hull?
The benefits of the Marlow-Hunter 33 exterior deck and hull are the boat deck is nonskid which means there is plenty of grip when walking on it, the deck and hull are gelcoat protected which means they are protected against damaging UV rays and corrosive seawater, the stern seats come with drink holders to easily store drinks while sailing and the stainless steel deck handrails are great for preventing passengers from falling overboard.
What Is A Disadvantage Of The Marlow-Hunter 33 Exterior Deck & Hull?
One disadvantage of the Marlow-Hunter 33 deck and hull is it requires regular cleaning to keep it clean. This hull and deck cleaning requires a lot of elbow grease.
What Are The Marlow-Hunter 33 Exterior Cockpit Features?
The Marlow-Hunter 33 exterior cockpit features are:
- Steering console with single lever engine control, wheel brake, lighted compass & stainless steel wheel guard
- Manual bilge pump
- Stainless steel cockpit traveler arch with mainsheet
- Cockpit grabrail with fold-out table
- 2 cockpit storage lockers
- Navigation lights controller unit
- Hinging helm seat
- Halyard tail stowage wells
- Lewmar cobra direct drive steering mechanism
- Transom hot & cold shower
What Are The Benefits Of The Marlow-Hunter 33 Exterior Cockpit?
The benefits of the Marlow-Hunter 33 cockpit are there is a transom hot &cold shower which will keep passengers cool in hot weather and warm in colder weather, the hinging helm seat is very comfortable for the skipper, there is a great fold-out table for enjoying food on the deck and the cockpit traveler arch helps to enhance performance when sailing by enabling more precise mainsail adjustments.
What Is A Disadvantage Of The Marlow-Hunter 33 Cockpit?
One disadvantage of the Marlow-Hunter 33 cockpit is that it can get crowded and lack space when there are 4 passengers or more in the cockpit at the same time.
Marlow-Hunter 33 Interior
Interior Rating: We give the Marlow-Hunter interior a rating of 4.85 out of 5 stars.
The Marlow-Hunter 33 interior review involves evaluating the cabins, galley & salon, interior storage area, interior space and interior electronics.
What Are The Marlow-Hunter 33 Interior Cabins Features?
The Marlow-Hunter 33 comes with 2 interior cabins, a forward cabin and an aft cabin.
The Marlow-Hunter 33 cabin features are:
- Cabin lighting
- Opening deck hatch
- Designer bedding fabrics
- AC & DC electric outlets
- 1 cedar lined hanging locker
- Double V berths with foam mattress
- Under berth storage space
- Storage shelving
What Are The Benefits Of The Marlow-Hunter 33 Interior Cabins?
The benefits of the Marlow-Hunter 33 interior cabins are there is plenty of storage space to store clothes and valuables, there is bright cabin lighting to assist with reading at night, and there are electrical outlets that help with charging phones, laptops, and electronic devices directly inside the cabins.
What Is A Disadvantage Of The Marlow-Hunter 33 Interior Cabins?
One disadvantage of the Marlow-Hunter 33 interior cabins is they can get stuffy and hot quickly, especially on hot days.
What Are The Marlow-Hunter 33 Interior Galley Features?
The Marlow-Hunter interior galley features are:
- Built-in waste bin
- Pressurized hot and cold fresh water system
- Icebox
- Microwave
- Stainless steel sink with cutting board
- 4 storage cabinets
- Storage shelving
- Two burner gas stove
- Corian countertop
- 240V AC & DC electrical outlets
What Are The Benefits Of The Marlow-Hunter 33 Interior Galley?
The benefits of the Marlow-Hunter 33 galley are that the storage shelves and cabinet offer plenty of storage space to store kitchen utensils and food items in the galley, the gas stove enables the cooking of meals which is great for overnight sailing trips, the microwave is great for heating food, the stainless steel sink and cutting board is great for preparing a meal and the icebox is helpful for keeping drinks and food ice cold while sailing.
What Is A Disadvantage Of The Marlow-Hunter 33 Interior Galley?
One disadvantage of the Marlow-Hunter 33 interior galley is there is no refrigerator as standard. Instead, a refrigerator is an optional extra and will need to be paid for separately.
What Are The Marlow-Hunter 33 Interior Salon Features?
The Marlow-Hunter 33 interior salon features are:
- Chart table
- Dinette table convertible to a berth
- Gloss finish woodwork
- Head compartment with toilet and shower
- Hardwood trim
- Salon lighting
- Deck side windows
- Deck hatch
- Accord shades
- Everwear laminate sole flooring
- Two separate seating areas
- AC & DC electrical outlets
What Are The Benefits Of The Marlow-Hunter 33 Interior Salon?
The benefits of the Marlow-Hunter 33 salon are there are 2 large and spacious seating areas on the port and starboard sides capable of seating up to 7 passengers, the head compartment enables passengers and crew to shower and use the toilet and the dinette table can be converted to a double berth which means up to 2 people can sleep in the salon area of this sailboat.
What Is A Disadvantage Of The Marlow-Hunter 33 Interior Salon?
One disadvantage of the Marlow-Hunter 33 interior salon is when converting the dinette table to a berth, this berth is shorter in length with a berth length of 5.2ft. This shorter berth length makes it uncomfortable for taller passengers to sleep in.
Marlow-Hunter 33 Appearance
Appearance Rating: We give the Marlow-Hunter 33 appearance a rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
The Marlow-Hunter 33 appearance review involves evaluating the exterior and interior appearance and aesthetics of this sailboat.
Exterior Appearance
The exterior of the Marlow-Hunter 33 includes a white-colored fiberglass-reinforced polymer (FRP) hull.
The layout of the Marlow-Hunter 33 exterior includes a foldable swim ladder at the stern, a cockpit near the stern, stainless steel deck railings around the entire deck area and a mast near the bow of the vessel and cockpit seating.
The exterior of the boat is modern and beautifully designed.
Interior Appearance
The interior appearance of the Marlow-Hunter 33 sailboat includes beautifully designed cherry veneer plywood furniture like storage cabinets, tables and shelves. There is a stainless steel sink and chopping board. There are Corian countertops.
The layout of the Marlow-Hunter 33 interior includes a U-shaped galley, a forward cabin at the sailboat's bow, a bunk aft cabin at the stern of the sailboat, a head at the starboard side of the sailboat and a salon with seats on both the starboard and port side of the sailboat.
The interior appearance of this boat is stylish with many windows ensuring great bright natural lighting. This interior natural lighting creates an airy atmosphere for passengers.
Marlow-Hunter 33 Safety
Safety Rating: We give the Marlow-Hunter 33 a safety rating of 4.65 out of 5 stars.
The Marlow-Hunter 33 safety review involves evaluating the safety features onboard this sailboat.
The Marlow-Hunter 33 comes with 10 important safety features that help provide passengers and skippers with a safe sailing experience.
These safety features ensure any fires are easily extinguished and emergencies are alerted to rescue crews in a timely fashion.
What Are The Marlow-Hunter 33 Safety Features?
The Marlow-Hunter 33 comes with a range of safety features to ensure a safe sailing trip.
The 10 safety features of a Marlow-Hunter 33 are an air horn, automatic engine room fire extinguishing system, carbon monoxide and smoke detectors, emergency tiller, 2 fire extinguishers, handheld flares, 4 life jackets, manual bilge pump, GFI receptacles and one throwable floatation device.
All 10 Marlow-Hunter 33 safety features are NMMA certified.
1. Air Horn
The Marlow-Hunter 33 comes with a loud air horn.
An air horn is a great safety feature that will alert other boaters of your presence in poor visibility and potentially alert other people to issues you may have onboard.
2. Automatic Engine Room Fire Extinguishing System
The Marlow-Hunter 33 comes with an automatic engine room fire extinguishing system.
An automatic fire extinguishing system in the engine room is a crucial safety system that will help to ensure any fires in the inboard engine room area is kept under control.
A fire in the engine room can cause a large amount of damage and having this fire extinguishing system gives skippers and passengers added peace of mind.
3. Carbon Monoxide And Smoke Detectors
The Marlow-Hunter 33 comes with carbon monoxide and smoke detectors onboard the boat.
Carbon monoxide and smoke detectors are critical safety features that help alert passengers to any smoke or high levels of carbon monoxide onboard.
These smoke and carbon monoxide detectors will help to prevent passengers and skippers from carbon monoxide poisoning or excessive smoke inhalation.
4. Emergency Tiller
The Marlow-Hunter 33 comes with an emergency tiller. The emergency tiller is a great safety device that helps a sailor if the steering system on the vessel fails or steering parts break.
5. Two Fire Extinguishers
The Marlow-Hunter 33 comes with 2 fire extinguishers. These fire extinguishers are extremely important and a great feature to have for safety.
The fire extinguishers will help to extinguish fires that start on any part of the sailing boat from the bow, stern, starboard, or port.
6. Handheld Flares
The Marlow-Hunter 33 comes with handheld flares. These flares are an important safety feature that will help provide you with extra visibility if you lose communication or get lost at sea.
Flares will help provide extra visibility for any emergency crews searching for you.
7. Four Life Jackets
The Marlow-Hunter comes with 4 U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jackets.
There must be one United States Coast Guard-approved wearable personal flotation device of Type I, II, or III for each person on board your boat
A minimum of three PFDs (two wearable and one throwable) is required regardless of the number of persons on board and the Marlow-Hunter 33 meets this U.S. Coast Guard requirement.
These life jackets are a very important safety feature offered by Marlow Hunter as they will help to prevent passengers and skippers from drowning in the event of a boat accident.
8. Manual Bilge Pump
The Marlow-Hunter 33 comes with a manual bilge pump. The manual bilge pump is useful for removing any excess seawater that floods the boat.
This Marlow-Hunter 33 manual bilge pump will help prevent the boat from flooding and sinking.
9. GFCI Receptacles
The Marlow-Hunter 33 is fitted with safe Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCI) receptacles.
These GFCI receptacles are a safety feature that will help to prevent a skipper or passengers from getting electrocuted or getting an electrical shock from plugs or electrical devices onboard the vessel.
The GFCI receptacles sense a ground fault and trips in 3 tenths of a second, thus preventing the full electrical current from flowing through your body.
10. Throwable Flotation Device
The Marlow-Hunter 33 comes with one throwable flotation device. The throwable flotation device is useful if someone onboard the boat falls overboard and needs to be rescued.
The throwable flotation device will provide a person with great buoyance while they are in the seawater and help to prevent them from drowning.
It is a requirement by U.S. Coast Guard regulations to have at least one throwable flotation device onboard and Marlow-Hunter 33 meets this legal requirement.
Marlow-Hunter 33 Warranty
Warranty Rating: We give the Marlow-Hunter 33 warranty a rating of 4.45 out of 5 stars.
The Marlow-Hunter 33 warranty review involves evaluating the warranties options offered by Marlow-Hunter on this sailboat and their benefits and disadvantages.
What Warranty Comes With A Marlow-Hunter 33?
The Marlow-Hunter 33 sailboat comes with 2 warranties when the vessel is purchased brand new.
The first Marlow-Hunter 33 warranty offered is a 5-year limited hull structure and bottom blister warranty. This hull structure and bottom blister warranty provide that the hull will be free from structural defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 5 years and any structural hull defects will be repaired by Marlow-Hunter free of charge.
The second Marlow-Hunter 33 warranty offered is a limited 1-year parts warranty. This 1-year parts warranty provides that any part manufactured by Marlow-Hunter on the Marlow-Hunter 33 will be free from defects for a period of 1 year. If a part is damaged or defective within the 1-year period after purchase, Marlow-Hunter will repair or replace this part free of charge.
What Are The Benefits Of The Marlow-Hunter 33 Warranty?
The Marlow-Hunter 33 warranty offers two benefits.
The first benefit of a Marlow-Hunter warranty is the warranty can be transferred from one buyer to the next. This means that the warranty is not voided when a Marlow-Hunter 33 owner sells the vessel to someone else.
The second benefit is the warranty provides a Marlow-Hunter 33 owner with protection should an issue arise around the hull area of the boat or if a boat part is defective or damaged.
What Is A Disadvantage Of The Marlow-Hunter 33 Warranty?
One disadvantage of the Marlow-Hunter 33 warranty is the parts warranty is quite short with warranty coverage on defective Marlow-Hunter parts lasting just 1 year.
Marlow-Hunter 33 Customer Service
Customer Service Rating: We give the Marlow-Hunter 33 customer service a rating of 4 out of 5 stars.
The Marlow-Hunter 33 customer service review involves evaluating the customer service options available to Marlow-Hunter 33 owners and the quality of the customer service offered.
There are 2 customer service options for Marlow-Hunter 33 owners. These 2 options include emailing Marlow-Hunter directly with any questions or calling their office and asking them for technical assistance.
The phone support of Marlow-Hunter is great. The email support took 3 business days for a response so the email support option is not the best solution for any emergency technical questions.
1. Marlow-Hunter 33 Email Support
When emailing Marlow-Hunter for email support, they ask for your unique hull i.d. which helps them to provide unique information tailored to your exact boat.
When we emailed them, their staff were friendly and helpful. They provided useful information and answered all our questions. They responded to our email in 3 working days.
Marlow-Hunter 33 owners can easily email Marlow Hunter for email support at sales@marlow-hunter.com.
The email support option is best for Marlow-Hunter 33 owners that do not need a fast response to their questions.
2. Marlow-Hunter 33 Phone Support
When calling Marlow-Hunter for phone support, they will ask for your unique hull id. This enables them to provide bespoke information tailored to your exact boat.
When we called them, their staff were polite and eager to help. Calling them is the best option for instant support.
Marlow-Hunter 33 owners can easily call Marlow Hunter for phone support at 386-462-3077.
Marlow-Hunter 33 Spare Parts
Spare Parts Rating: We give the Marlow-Hunter 33 spare parts a rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
The Marlow-Hunter 33 spare parts review involved evaluating spare parts availability, the quality of the spare parts and their price.
One difficulty many boat owners face is buying a preowned boat and struggling to find spare parts for it.
Where Can Marlow-Hunter 33 Spare Parts Be Purchased?
Marlow-Hunter 33 spare parts can be purchased at shop.hunterownes.com. This website has all the spare parts for a Marlow-Hunter 33 available for sale which makes it easy to find the exact part you may need.
Are Marlow-Hunter 33 Spare Parts Made Of Good Quality?
This will depend on where you purchase the spare parts and whether the spare parts are new or used. In general, buying spare parts directly from Marlow-Hunter offers the best quality parts.
Marlow-Hunter 33 Upgrade Package/Options
Upgrade Package/Options Rating: We give the Marlow-Hunter 33 upgrade packages/options a rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
The Marlow-Hunter 33 upgrade package/optional extras review involves evaluating the upgrade packages offered and evaluating each optional extra available to Marlow-Hunter 33 customers.
The Marlow-Hunter 33 comes with 1 upgrade package called the mariner package. The mariner package upgrades or adds 8 additional features to the sailboat.
Buyers can also choose feature add-ons to their sailboat on a one-by-one basis rather than paying for a complete package. This one-by-one feature add-on is separate from the mariner package.
What Features Are Included In Marlow-Hunter 33 Mariner Upgrade Package?
The Marlow-Hunter 33 mariner upgrade package includes 8 upgrade/additional features which are an upgraded 29 horsepower marine engine, helm sheeting package for jib w/winches and tracks, in-mast furling system w/rigid vang, Lewmar folding steering wheel, Raymarine ST-60 speed and depth upgrade, refrigerator, stereo w/CD player and an arch mounted traveler for the mainsheet.
1. 29HP Yanmar Engine
The Marlow-Hunter 33 mariner package upgrades the boat motor from a standard 21-horsepower inboard Yanmar engine to a 29-horsepower inboard Yanmar engine.
The mariner package gives an 8 horsepower upgrade in the power to the engine.
The upgraded 29-horsepower engine offers more power, a higher top speed of 8.5 knots in perfect marine conditions, and a higher cruising speed of 6.5 knots.
One downside of the upgraded engine in the mariner package is it will require more fuel to run.
2. Helm Sheeting Package for Jib w/Winches and Tracks
The Marlow-Hunter 33 mariner package comes with a helm sheeting package for the jib with winches and tracks.
The benefit of the helm sheeting package for the jib with winches and tracks is it assists the crew/skipper to quickly and easily adjust the sails from the helm which is particularly useful in changing wind conditions or when the vessel is approaching a boat dock.
3. In-Mast Furling System w/ Rigid Vang
The Marlow-Hunter 33 mariner package comes with an in-mast furling system with a rigid vang.
An in-mast furling system with a rigid vang is great because it allows the sails to be furled easily and quickly which is especially helpful in times when the wind is strong or the Marlow-Hunter 33 is being reefed.
4. Lewmar Folding Steering Wheel
The Marlow-Hunter 33 mariner package comes with a Lewmar folding steering wheel.
This Lewmar steering wheel is designed to be folded down or removed when it is not in use. This folding steering wheel is beneficial because it allows the skipper to adjust the height and angle of the steering wheel position to suit their individual preferences.
5. Raymarine Speed & Depth Upgrade
The Marlow-Hunter 33 mariner package includes an upgraded Raymarine ST60 speed, wind and depth display that offers more detailed and enhanced readings on speed, depth and wind measurements.
This upgraded Raymarine ST60 also comes with a wireless smart controller so the skipper and passengers can get the speed, depth and wind measurements from anywhere onboard the vessel.
6. Refrigerator
The mariner upgrade package of the Marlow-Hunter 33 sailboat adds a refrigerator to the vessel.
A refrigerator on this sailboat is useful for keeping food and drinks cool and ideal for people wanting to live onboard the boat.
7. Stereo With CD Player
The mariner upgrade package of the Marlow-Hunter 33 adds a stereo with a CD player. The stereo can play CDs and tune into FM/AM radio signals.
This will enable passengers and the skipper to listen to music while sailing and connect with local radio stations.
8. Arch Mounted Traveler For The Mainsheet
The Marlow-Hunter 33 mariner package comes with an upgraded arch-mounted traveler for the mainsheet.
This upgraded arch-mounted traveler for the mainsheet improves control as it allows the skipper to easily adjust the position of the mainsheet. Being able to easily adjust the mainsheet position means better control of the boat's speed, handling and direction.
How Much Does The Marlow-Hunter 33 Upgrade Mariner Package Cost?
The Marlow-Hunter 33 mariner package upgrade costs an additional $10,000.
What Are The One By One Upgrade Feature Add-Ons Offered For The Marlow-Hunter 33?
The Marlow-Hunter 33 comes with 21 individual additional upgrade features that can be added on a one-by-one basis to the boat.
The 21 individual upgrade features that can be added to the Marlow-Hunter 33 are:
- Air conditioning system
- Bimini top
- Refridgerator
- Bottom paint
- Cruising spinnaker gear
- High bilge water alarm and pump
- Quiet-flush head
- Electric anchor windlass
- Freezer
- Dodger
- Furling boom
- Stove with two burners and an oven
- VHF remote mic at the helm
- 15 inch flat screen TV for the main salon
- Three-bladed propeller
- Sirius receiver and antenna
- Radar module with antenna
- Inverter
- Deep keel
- Vertical battens for furling mainsail option
- Raymarine Chart Plotter
- Raymarine Autopilot
What Is The Best Marlow-Hunter 33 Upgrade Option?
The best Marlow-Hunter 33 upgrade option is the Raymarine autopilot as this allows the sailboat to be operated by the autopilot system and it reduces the amount of work the skipper has to do.
Marlow-Hunter 33 Specification Sheet
Marlow-Hunter 33 Review Summary
Frequently Asked Questions About The Marlow-Hunter 33
Below are the most commonly asked questions about the Marlow-Hunter 33 vessel.
What Are The Best Features Of A Marlow-Hunter 33 Sailboat?
The best features of the Marlow-Hunter 33 are:
- Carbon monoxide and smoke alarms
- Automatic engine room fire extinguishing system
- Emergency tiller
- B & R w/fractional sail plan reefing system
- Stainless steel cockpit traveler arch with mainsheet
- 2 double berth cabins
- Helm
Is The Marlow-Hunter 33 A Good Liveaboard Boat?
Yes, the Marlow-Hunter 33 is a good boat to live on as it comes with 6.4ft headroom, 2 spacious aft and forward cabins with double v berths in both for sleeping, plenty of storage space, a galley with all the cooking equipment needed for living onboard, a head with a toilet and walk-in shower to keep yourself clean and a comfortable dinette area with seats and a table to eat meals and relax.
Is Marlow-Hunter A Good Boat Manufacturer?
Yes, Marlow-Hunter is a great boat manufacturer because they have over 45 years of experience building boats of great quality, they offer great warranties (5-year hull & 1-year parts) on all their boats for customer's peace of mind, they have a dedicated store for buying spare parts so customers can easily find replacement parts for their specific model of Marlow-Hunter and they offer phone and email support to help customers with any questions they may have.
Is The Marlow-Hunter 33 Good For Single-Handed Sailing?
Yes, the Marlow-Hunter 33 is a good sailboat for single-handed sailing because the cockpit traveler arch system enables this sailboat to be sailed single-handed without needing aid from any additional crew.
Is The Marlow-Hunter 33 Sailboat Good For Day Sailing?
Yes, the Marlow-Hunter 33 is a great sailboat for day trips because it can be sailed both inshore, offshore and ocean sailing.
Inshore and offshore sailing are the most popular day sailing trips and the shoal draft of 4.6ft on the Marlow-Hunter 33 means it can be sailed in most shallow seawater areas typically found on day trips.
Is The Marlow-Hunter 33 Sailboat Good For Overnight Sailing Trips?
Yes, the Marlow-Hunter 33 is a good sailboat for an overnight sailing trip because it comes with all the amenities needed for overnight sailing trips including 2 cabins and 3 double berths for sleeping, a microwave and stove for cooking food and a helm with toilet and walk-in shower.
Is The Marlow-Hunter 33 Sailboat Good For Family Sailing Trips?
Yes, the Marlow-Hunter 33 is good for family sailing trips because of features like the cockpit traveler arch system making it easy to sail which means you can spend more time with your family when out sailing and it has 3 double berths, 2 cabins, and a passenger capacity of 7 people which means your family will have plenty of space onboard to relax and enjoy the trip.
It also comes with 10 safety features which will help to keep your family safe when sailing.
The Marlow-Hunter 33 sailboat is not good for families larger than 7 people as this boat's capacity is 7 people.
What Are The Main Differences Between The Older Hunter 33 Model & The New Marlow-Hunter 33?
The main differences between the Marlow-Hunter 33 sailboat and the previous Hunter 33 model are the Marlow-Hunter 33 has 40mm more cockpit length than its predecessor and the Marlow-Hunter 33 has a drop-down swimplatform that increases the lounging space compared to the previous Hunter 33.
Who Is The Manufacturer Of The Marlow-Hunter 33 Sailboat?
The Marlow-Hunter 33 is manufactured by the boat builder Marlow-Hunter. Marlow-Hunter was formerly known as Hunter Marine.
What Material Is The Marlow-Hunter 33 Hull Made Of?
The hull material of the Marlow-Hunter 33 is 100% solid fiberglass-reinforced polymer (FRP) material with structural grid HKR Kevlar hull reinforcement.
Where Is The Marlow-Hunter 33 Manufactured?
The Marlow-Hunter 33 sailboat is manufactured at a shipyard in Alachua, Florida, United States Of America.
Where Can A Marlow-Hunter 33 Boat Be Purchased?
A Marlow-Hunter 33 sailboat can be purchased directly from Marlow-Hunter in Florida or online through preowned boat-selling websites like Boattrader.com or boats.com.
This sailboat can also be purchased at approved Marlow-Hunter dealerships around the world.
Does The Marlow-Hunter 33 Come With A Helpful Operator Manual?
Yes, the Marlow-Hunter 33 sailboat comes with a helpful 206-page operator manual that will provide boat owners with detailed information on every part and feature of this sailboat. It will also provide troubleshooting information to assist with any issues you may have.