CRANCHI ZAFFIRO 34 2002 FOR SALE

Some Mediterranean sports cruisers simply age into used boats, while others retain a personality that still makes you want to go boating years later. This 2002 Cranchi Zaffiro 34 clearly belongs to the latter group. Its open cockpit, foredeck sunpad, interior layout and the character of its Volvo Penta engines make it equally suitable for a quick run to an anchorage or a complete weekend aboard.

This example combines that spirit with a particularly practical specification: twin Volvo Penta KAD43P engines, DP-E DuoProp sterndrives, bow thruster, climate control, Simrad and Raymarine electronics, two refrigerators with small freezer compartments, two additional freezers, convertible sleeping areas and an extensive list of recent work. It is a sports cruiser for someone who wants to continue enjoying classic Z-drive performance in a boat updated in important areas.

About this Cranchi Zaffiro 34

Built in 2002, this Cranchi Zaffiro 34 has always been privately used and has not been operated as a charter boat. Its layout combines two accommodation areas, one full bathroom, a convertible saloon and a large exterior cockpit that can be transformed into a generous sunbathing area.

The boat is powered by two 227 hp Volvo Penta KAD43P engines, with DP-E DuoProp sterndrives and a combined output of 454 hp.

Particularly interesting features include bow thruster, HFL air conditioning, Simrad electronics updated in 2025, Raymarine radar, autopilot, two refrigerators with small freezer compartments, two additional freezers, complete covers and a substantial list of recent work to the drives, propellers, exhaust system, starting system and underwater body.

Technical specifications

• Builder: Cranchi
• Model: Zaffiro 34
• Year: 2002
• Type: Sports cruiser / Open
• Length: 10.35 m
• Beam: 3.49 m
• Draft: approx. 0.90 m
• Hull material: GRP
• Maximum capacity: 12 people
• Cabins / accommodation areas: 2
• Bathrooms: 1
• Sleeping capacity: approx. 6–7 people
• Fuel: Diesel
• Fuel capacity: approx. 500 l
• Fresh-water capacity: approx. 200 l
• Flag: Spanish
• Registration: Lista 7ª
• Use: Private
• ITB: Valid

Engines and manoeuvring

• Engines: 2 × Volvo Penta KAD43P
• Power: 227 hp per engine
• Total power: 454 hp
• Fuel: Diesel
• Transmission: Volvo Penta DP-E DuoProp sterndrives
• Cruising speed: approx. 20–22 knots
• Stated economical speed: approx. 20 knots at 2,600 rpm
• Maximum speed: approx. 35 knots
• Stated consumption at economical cruise: approx. 50–55 l/h total
• Bow thruster
• Hydraulic trim tabs

Electronics and navigation

• 9-inch Simrad chartplotter
• Simrad depth sounder renewed in 2025
• Raymarine radar
• Autopilot
• GPS
• Depth sounder
• Speed log / speedometer
• Compass
• VHF radio
• Radio / CD
• Cockpit speakers
• TV antenna

Anchoring and deck equipment

• Electric windlass
• Anchor
• Chain
• Anchor locker
• Anchoring equipment
• Lines
• Fenders

Electrical system

• 220 V shore-power connection
• 220 V installation in cockpit and cabins
• Pre-installation for generator
• Battery charger
• Service battery banks
• Starter batteries
• Renewed USB sockets in cabins and exterior
• Full LED lighting
• Hot-water system
• HFL air conditioning, 4,000 frigories, operational on shore power
• Bilge pumps

Exterior and deck

• Large aft cockpit
• Cockpit table
• Seating area convertible into a large sunpad
• Foredeck sunpad
• Original exterior upholstery
• Bathing platform
• Synthetic epoxy platform covering renewed in 2025
• Bathing ladder
• Exterior shower
• 2 tender davits
• Perforated summer bimini
• Full winter enclosure
• Exterior LED lighting
• Electric windlass

Specific equipment

• Bow thruster
• Hydraulic trim tabs
• HFL air conditioning, 4,000 frigories
• 2 Isotherm refrigerators with mini freezer
• 2 additional freezers
• Exterior induction hob
• Interior gas cooker
• 2 tender davits
• Summer bimini
• Full winter enclosure
• 12 lifejackets
• Zone 2 first-aid kit
• Flares
• 2 fire extinguishers

Interior and layout

Saloon

• Main saloon
• Convertible dinette
• Saloon table
• Air conditioning
• LED lighting
• Television / TV antenna
• Audio system
• USB sockets
• Storage spaces

Galley

• Equipped galley
• Gas cooker
• Exterior induction hob
• 2 Isotherm refrigerators with mini freezer
• 2 additional freezers
• Sink
• Hot water
• Worktop
• Cupboards and storage

Cabins and accommodation

• 2 accommodation areas / cabins
• Convertible saloon
• Approximate sleeping capacity for 6–7 people
• LED lighting
• USB sockets
• Wardrobes
• Storage spaces

Bathrooms

• 1 full bathroom
• Electric WC with macerator
• Washbasin
• Shower
• Hot water
• Storage spaces

Comfort and additional equipment

• HFL air conditioning, 4,000 frigories
• Hot-water system
• Two Isotherm refrigerators
• Two additional freezers
• Full LED lighting
• Renewed USB sockets
• Convertible saloon
• Two accommodation areas
• Full bathroom
• Cockpit convertible into a sunpad
• Foredeck sunpad
• Summer bimini
• Full winter enclosure
• Zone 2 safety equipment

Maintenance and upgrades

• Antifouling completed in 2025
• Anodes replaced in 2025
• Synthetic epoxy platform covering renewed in 2025
• Simrad chartplotter and depth sounder installed / renewed in 2025
• 4 propellers replaced
• Starter motor replaced
• Exhaust elbows replaced
• Work completed on clutch, seals and trim
• One Volvo Penta DP-E sterndrive replaced
• USB sockets renewed
• Full LED lighting
• Invoices available for completed work

Why this boat stands out

What makes this Cranchi Zaffiro 34 particularly attractive is the amount of recent work completed on components that genuinely matter on a boat of this age. Sterndrives, propellers, exhaust, starting system, underwater body and electronics have all received attention that adds value far beyond a cosmetic refresh.

That work is combined with a very complete Mediterranean specification: bow thruster, air conditioning, several refrigerators and freezers, two sleeping areas, a convertible cockpit, foredeck sunpad and protection for both summer and winter. It is a sports cruiser that retains the character of its generation while having had many important areas already addressed.

Fontnautic opinion

For Fontnautic, the Cranchi Zaffiro 34 remains one of those Italian sports cruisers that explains very well why certain boats continue to attract demand many years after launch. It has manageable dimensions, a genuinely useful cockpit and an interior layout that can turn a day trip into a full weekend aboard without too many complications.

On this particular boat we especially value the work completed on propulsion and auxiliary equipment. On a used boat, new propellers, a replacement sterndrive, renewed exhaust elbows and documented maintenance can be far more valuable than a simple cosmetic makeover.

For someone looking for a diesel sports cruiser with Mediterranean personality and substantial recent maintenance, we believe this Zaffiro 34 deserves particular attention.

Information and viewing

If you would like further information about this 2002 Cranchi Zaffiro 34 for sale, review its documentation, receive the additional information or arrange a viewing, you can contact Fontnautic.

We can also support you during the pre-purchase inspection, sea trial, documentation review and complete transaction administration.