1986 Kirie Elite 324

Step aboard this Elite 324 and you immediately feel how beamy she is for her era—wide side decks, a secure cockpit, and hardware placed where a shorthanded crew can actually reach it. The fractional rig gives you an easily managed sail plan with responsive light-air performance, and the traveler placement makes fine-tuning the main a pleasure rather than a chore. Below, the classic warm-wood interior, opening ports, and large saloon table create a surprisingly social space for a 32-footer. Thoughtful touches like deep cockpit lockers, a proper sea-going galley, and a real navigation area reveal that Kirie designed this boat for sailors who actually leave the dock and go places.

In these waters, conditions can swing from lazy afternoon zephyrs to lively chop in a single outing, and the Elite 324 is well suited to that variety. Her moderate draft lets you explore shallower anchorages and tucked-away coves, while still tracking confidently in open stretches. The responsive hull and efficient rig make the most of lighter breezes during shoulder seasons, yet the solid build and balanced helm keep things predictable when a front rolls through. For local club racing, evening harbor sails, or extended weekends along the coast, this model delivers a blend of comfort and performance that matches the area’s mixed cruising and day-sailing lifestyle.