1991 Westerly Storm 33

Marketing Description Sheet Lightening - Westerly Storm 33 - 1991Sheet Lightning is a great example of the Westerly Storm 33, a sought-after and rarely available sailing yacht having been in single ownership since new!  Renowned for her blend of performance and comfort at 33-feet in length, typical robust Westerly construction, and versatile design, Sheet Lightning offers an exhilarating sailing experience coupled with ample onboard amenities for extended cruising adventures.  Sheet Lightning is a one-owner vessel since new from Westerly in 1991 and boasts a plethora of extras, including; upgraded Raytheon equipment in 2019, a Seafresh water maker (some pipework missing) and a ScanMar Windvane Steering system!  Viewing by appointment at Haslar Marina.
Mechanical MechanicalVolvo Penta MD203029hpHours unknown - gauge brokenShaft driveAquair generator - can be used in wind mode or towing mode (not on board)Forward water tank converted to fuel tank (extra fuel tank was removed and is no longer available)Engine checks and new impellers over winter months since 2019 
Electrical Electrical2 x 12V 110Ah batteriesShorepower facilityShorepower cablesAlternator booster and battery monitoring systemFacility for 2 extra batteries under quarter berth - wiring present and functional however no batteries installedNew solar panel stored in forepeak
Rigging RigSloop riggedMasthead rigDeck stepped mastTwistle rig twin poles for twin headsail rig - Drawings and information available relating to the Twistle Rig made by Twistle-Yard Marine of Dunbar Scotland and the stainless steel brackets made by Leeway Forbes of Granton, EdinburghSpinnaker poleLines led aftSlab reefing mainFurling headsail - RotostaySailsMainGenoaSpinnakerCruising Chute - asymmetric with sock2 x Twistle rig headsails - Owen SailsSpare main without reefing systemStorm Jib - Owen Sails
Navigation Chartplotter - Garmin GPSMap 700Radar - Autohelm ST50Autopilot - Raytheon tiller - June 2019Depth - Raytheon - June 2019Wind - Raytheon - June 2019VHF/DSC - ICOM IC-M600 SSB RadioAT-120 HF Automatic Antenna TunerNavtexMonitor Windvane Self Steering gear made by ScanMar - stainless steel framework & rudder not on boat but will be included
Deck Windows all reseated in 2023Boarding ladder2 x Barient 27 ST winches2 x Barient 24 2-speed winchesPushpit and pulpitGantry installed aft
Safety EPIRB - requires servicingLife raft - requires servicingMOB throwing lineLifeslingHorseshoe buoyFire blanketFire extinguishers - require servicingElectric bilge pumpManual bilge pump
Canvas Cockpit enclosure - November 2017 - not used much but requires cleaning - C&J MarineSprayhood - C&J Marine - 2017Some winch coversDodgers with boat name
Miscellaneous Inflatable tenderOutboard - Johnson 4hpInvoice from Westerly Yachts for work they did preparing Sheet Lightning for the Tradewinds Rally which took place 1995 to 1997. This included fitting of ICOM SSB Radio, Autohelm ST50 Radar, alternator booster and battery monitoring system, make battery box under aft cabin and fit 2 additional batteries with battery isolation switch for each battery, fit Isotherm 4200 Seawater cooled fridge unit, additional switch panel for watermaker fridge, SSB and spare, convert forward water tank to fuel tank and make additional stainless steel fuel tank & connect both to engine (extra fuel tank was removed upon return from rally), fabricate anchor roller and chafe plate, deepen gas locker to take Calor gas instead of small camping gas bottles (more widely available worldwide), strengthen forward U bolt. Manufactured and fitted the gantry on the stern.
Accommodation Saloon7 berths in 2 cabins plus saloon3 double berths1 single berth1 x headsCold water onlySeafresh watermaker (not on board)GalleyIsotherm 4200 seawater-cooled fridge unitOven/grill - Flavel - 2 ring burnersStainless steel double sink
Construction Built by Westerly Yachts Ltd of Waterlooville, Portsmouth in 1991.Fin keelSpade rudder
Documentation Evidence of UK VAT status - Original purchase invoice from WesterlyRegistry document from 1991 






DisclaimerFor a full, detailed specification with additional photographs and direct contact details for the listing office visit our websiteThe Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.Unless otherwise stated on the specification sheet the following presumptions are madeSail drive and shaft seals are more than 5 years of ageFuel and gas hoses and regulators are over 5 years oldStanding rigging and sails are more than 10 years oldNOTE - Please ring our offices prior to visiting, as the boat may be unavailable for viewing or located at a different marina.
Disclaimer For a full, detailed specification with additional photographs and direct contact details for the listing office visit our website
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
Unless otherwise stated on the specification sheet the following presumptions are made- Sail drive and shaft seals are more than 5 years of age- Fuel and gas hoses and regulators are over 5 years old- Standing rigging and sails are more than 10 years old
Please note that as the broker/agent, we cannot guarantee or warrant the serviceability of any safety equipment included within the inventory, including but not limited to the condition, operation, or service dates of such equipment. It is the responsibility of the buyer to thoroughly inspect and assess the condition of all safety equipment prior to purchase.
NOTE - Please ring our offices prior to visiting, as the boat may be unavailable for viewing or located at a different marina.






Owner's Comment
Available manualsMonitor Windvane Self Steering gear made by ScanMar Marine Products of CaliforniaIsotherm 4200 seawater-cooled fridge unitAquair generatorICOM IC-M600 SSB RadioAT-120 HF Automatic Antenna TunerOwner's CommentsSheet Lightning has been jointly owned since new. She is now solely owned by one of the two original owners. They sailed Sheet Lightning around the world as part of the Tradewinds Rally from 1995 to 1997 hence all the additional gear on board e.g. the Twin headsail rig and poles, Monitor self steering gear, connections for Seafresh Watermaker, space for 2 more batteries etc Sea anchor/drogue, in-car radio cassette player. She is Lloyds Register Hull Construction Certificate number SOU 116028/1. They had new instruments fitted in June 2019. Documentation shows ST4000 commissioned 5th June, the rest 18th June 2019. Instruments have had minimal use.