1974 Marine Trader 34 Double Cabin – “Aileen 1”
Port Credit, Lake Ontario — in the water and available for viewings.
Winter storage is paid and included in the price of the boat!
Aileen 1 is a classic Marine Trader 34 Double Cabin trawler with the desirable dual helm, aft-cabin layout, powered by the reliable Ford Lehman 120HP diesel (2950 hrs). Known for their seaworthy design and liveaboard comfort, these trawlers are popular with Great Loop cruisers and long-range voyagers.
This is a project boat with a strong foundation and a long list of recent, high-value upgrades. The mechanical systems — engine, steering, fuel, and electrical — are serviceable, while much of the costly structural and systems work has already been completed. The vessel is in the water and available for immediate viewings. Owners began a major refit in 2024, but must now sell due to health reasons.
Recent Upgrades & Highlights
- Power & Systems
- Ford Lehman 120HP diesel (2950 hrs) – serviceable
- Hydraulic dual-station steering
- Racor dual fuel filters with gauges + WIX secondary filters
- Blue Seas AC/DC panels, new Lifeline AGM batteries, inverter/charger system
- New Lewmar 185TT thru-hull bow thruster installed (requires helm connection)
- Structural & Exterior
- Hull stripped, re-glassed, faired, epoxy barrier coat + Interprotect 2000, new antifouling (2025)
- Transom refinished and painted
- Swim platform rebuilt & epoxy sealed, new boarding steps
- Davits rebuilt and reinstalled for dinghy
- Deck fittings re-bedded, no water damage observed
- New Bomon windows with teak trim
- Interior & Comfort
- All new interior paneling and blinds (2025)
- New custom mattresses ordered for aft cabin
- NewcVacuflush head system with Dometic tank (~40 gal)
- Galley: new fridge/freezer, Princess stove, Samsung microwave, Force 10 water heater (11 gal)
- Clarion audio system, Samsung TV, Sirius satellite tuner
- Ground Tackle & Tender (2025 upgrades):
- Rocna 33kg galvanized anchor ($1,340 CAD)
- Mantus Marine BR2 bow roller with Port AnchorGuard ($935 CAD)
- Anchor Winch 36 Class Windlass – P77736 ($1,614 CAD)
- 200 ft of 316 stainless steel anchor chain (~$2,500 CAD)
- Custom refinished 9 ft dinghy with Torqeedo Travel 903 electric outboard motor 2.5 HP ($3,904 CAD)
Layout
- Forward stateroom with V-berth (head removed, space open for customization)
- Spacious salon with galley and dinette
- Aft cabin with double berth, new custom mattresses, and private Vacuflush head
Survey (Sept 2025)
- Condition: Good, with ongoing refit noted
- Suggested insurance valuation: $40,500 – $55,000 CAD
- No evidence of saltwater use
Aileen 1 is a rare opportunity: a solid Marine Trader 34 trawler with expensive foundation work completed, a serviceable Ford Lehman diesel, new bow thruster, windows, tanks, ground tackle, and major interior upgrades. With finishing work still required (electronics, thruster helm hook-up, interior trim) she’s the perfect trawler project for a hands-on boater, Great Loop cruiser, or liveaboard enthusiast.
Financing is available for a qualified buyer.
Motivated seller – bring all offers!
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