- 400 copies from 1968 to 1977
- From 15,000 euros for a model to be refreshed built before 1975. Up to 27 000 euros for a 32 refurbished and well equipped.
Buy a Centurion 32 It's a bit like buying an old Jaguar. It's beautiful and timeless. When will we see a vintage version, like a Mini? Obviously, this narrow hull does not compare with more recent boats, in terms of living space or downwind performance. But the budget, ready to sail, is divided by three or four. A good reason to squeeze into the front berth, after all... especially since a couple can envisage a nice trip on board.
The diagnosis of Bateaux.com
You get what you pay for: the construction quality of the Wauquiez yard is not a myth. A Centurion can be completely rebuilt with confidence, because the base is always sound. A simple look under the floors will reassure you: the floors are strong. On the other hand, the engine, sails and fittings often require investments.
"Like all manufactured products, the boat is sold practically by the kilo. Moreover, each kilo on board imposes its own additional square decimeter of sail area, and tucking in a 35-square-meter genoa can make you wish you'd been more diligent in attending a gymnastics club."
Jacques Monsault, owner of a 32 Centurion
The advantages
- Timeless silhouette
- Upwind performance
- At ease and comfortable on the high seas
The -
- Doesn't float at bearing gaits
- Demanding genoa to be tucked in
- Rather small interior volume for a 32 footer
But what is missing?
A better balanced mainsail/genoa distribution
a beautiful back beach
an XXL cockpit!
The equivalent today?
Nothing at Wauquiez... so we fall back on the Winner 900, a discreet and sober cruiser/racer.
