1972 Bertram 31 (Chesapeake Bay)

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$19,900 (USD) DELTAVILLE, Virginia (Chesapeake Bay)

M/Y Parisea — a 1972 Bertram 31 Fly Bridge Cruiser located in DELTAVILLE, Virginia, for sale by broker. Responses to inquiries may come from a broker who is representing the owner as a fiduciary.

PARISEA is a classic 1972 Bertram Flybridge Cruiser in good condition, having had an extensive mechanical refit including engines, running gear, fuel system, custom fish box/live well, bonding system, and electrical systems. Nothing in power boating has equaled the continued worldwide popularity of the Bertram 31 with the legendary deep-V hull design. In addition to her superb seakeeping characteristics, the 31 FBC has a large fishing cockpit and a spartan but comfortable cabin with berths for four.

Located in Deltaville, Virginia, with complete engine service just completed by Deltaville Boat Yard, she is ready to fish and cruise the Chesapeake Bay.

Features

  • Engines replaced
  • Running gear replaced
  • New electrical system
  • Custom fish box

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Specifications

NameM/Y Parisea
MakeBertram
Model31 Fly Bridge Cruiser
Year1972
TypeMonohull Powerboat
BuilderBertram
DesignerRay Hunt
ConstructionFiberglass
Cabins2
Heads1

Dimensions

Loa31ft / 9.45m
Beam11ft 2in / 3.40m
Headroom6ft 3in
Draft3ft 1in / 0.94m

Tankage

Fuel Tanks222 gallons
Water Tanks18 gallons

Performance

Engines2 x 330HP Crusader 5.7 Captains Choice, model 50-570-01 2009
Engine Hours150 / 150
Speed20 mph cruise; 24 mph max

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Owner's comments

  • PARISEA is a Classic 1972 Bertram Fly Bridge Cruiser in "good condition" having had extensive mechanical refit including engines, running gear, fuel system, custom fish box/live well, bonding system and electrical systems.
  • Nothing in power boating has equaled the continued worldwide popularity of the Bertram 31 with the legendary deep-V hull design.
  • In addition to her superb sea keeping characteristics, the 31 FBC has a large fishing cockpit and spartan but comfortable cabin accommodations with berths for four.
  • Located in Deltaville Virginia with complete engine service just completed by Deltaville Boat Yard she is ready to fish and cruise the Chesapeake Bay.

Cockpit, deck and flybridge

  • The aft cockpit is very large and is accessible from the salon and all gunwales are enclosed by fiberglass reinforced plastics bulwarks.
  • Engine box covers provide a large seating area.
  • The upper helm, located on the fly bridge deck, is accessible via a ladder from the aft deck.
  • The helm is amidships, with bench seating.
  • The bridge deck is enclosed fiberglass dash, and is protected from the weather by acrylic wind screens.
  • Stainless steel rails around the aft fly bridge.
  • Cockpit sole hatches provide access to steering gear, fuel tank, exhaust hose and stuffing boxes (dripless).
  • Flybridge Bimini top (not shown in pictures is in storage).
  • Deck has bow railing stainless steel 1" 26" height at bow tapering to 18" aft.
  • Side deck has a narrow walk around with ample hand rails on cabin top and sides.
  • Anchor is a Danforth 13S anchor with 18" of 3/8 chain attached to 150" of 1/2" double braid nylon rode.
  • The windlass brand is "Good Windless" with breaker provide a main panel.
  • Note—live well, cockpit deck and sides replaced or refurbished.
  • Fiberglass fuel tank under cockpit deck replaced with stainless tank.

Cabin

  • The cabin is comprised of a galley with head to starboard and a dinette to port, with a V berth forward.
  • The house is finished in a wood grained mica, with safety glass windows on both sides and two sealed tempered safety glass windows forward and sealed safety glass panels seated in aluminum track on both sides.
  • Galley - no galley equipment other than a sink.
  • Head - Santipottie.
  • Fresh water tank 18 gallons.
  • AC outlets.

Engine / mechanical

  • Engines are twin Crusader 5.7 Captains Choice model 50-570-01 New install was 2009 little use since with recent complete mechanic service including new risers and exhausts manifolds.
  • Engine hours are owner estimate no hour meters.
  • Fuel Gasoline 220 gal. Tank replaced with 5052 grade aluminum.
  • Horsepower each engine 330 @ 5000rpm.
  • Total hours approximately 150.
  • Engine mounts steel vibration mounts bolted to engine bed.
  • Cooling system heat exchanger (new 2023).
  • Gear ZE Hurt 63A ration 2.0:1.
  • Exhaust system replaced 2023.
  • Stainless steel shafts 1 3/8 replaced.
  • Propellers 4 blade bronze 18LH16 and 19RH16 replaced.
  • Fire Equipment: 2 Fireboy MA2-125 FE241 secured to forward bulkheads of each engine compartment.
  • Dripless shaft logs installed 2023.
  • 2026 Boat Yard service work.
  • Bonding system inspected.
  • Livewell pump hose.
  • Washdown serviced & hoses inspected.
  • Bonding system serviced.

Electrical system

  • DC System - 2 group 31 12V batteries 11/2024 in parallel for starting and house supply.
  • A/C System - 30amp 125volt; 2 Marinco 50ft 30 amp shore power cords.
  • Bilge Pumps - 2 Rule 2000 located lazarette and companionway sole.

Navigation & electrical system

  • Compass Ritchie.
  • Raymarine C90W MFD.
  • VHF Transceiver Standard Horizon Eclipse.
  • Fathometer Garmin GPS Map/Sounder 188.
  • Speed Log Raymarine ST60.
  • Electric horn.
  • Running lights.

Mechanical disclaimer

  • Engine and generator hours are as of the date of the original listing and are a representation of what the listing broker is told by the owner and/or actual reading of the engine hour meters. The broker cannot guarantee the true hours. It is the responsibility of the purchaser and/or his agent to verify engine hours, warranties implied or otherwise and major overhauls as well as all other representations noted on the listing brochure.

Pictures & video

  • Pictures and Video were taken on 4/21/2026.

Listing

  • Listing MLS by Yachtr.com.
Lin Earley

By Lin Earley

Lin Earley was born and raised in Chesapeake, Virginia. At age 12 while fishing the tidal waters of Elizabeth River in a 14 ft. skiff, he fell in love with boating. A graduate of Virginia Tech, Lin’s first career was in finance and banking. His last position was regional president for Bank of America in the Hampton Roads Virginia market. Upon retirement from banking Lin managed a public, Venture Capital Company.Purchasing or selling a yacht is a major investment / financial decision and Lin’s years of financial experience and negotiation skills are a natural for professional brokerage. Combined with extensive knowledge of boating, boat maintenance and a dedication to customer service, Lin is a perfect choice to assist you in buying or selling your dream.Lin and his wife Susan live in Virginia Beach and currently own a 42 ft. Treworgy Yachts steel trawler they enjoy cruising the Chesapeake Bay and ICW, having logged over 12,000 miles.Lin is passionate about delivering successful results. Lin can be reached at lin@curtisstokes.net or on his cell phone at 757-672-2778.

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