Niagara 35

Fakir Dan is a Niagara 35 Encore with a rare combination: a top-deck and hull refit by Wiggers Custom Yachts (2011–12), continuous professional upgrades under current ownership (2020–25), and excellent survey history. This Encore variant, designed by Mark Ellis and built by Hinterhoeller, balances performance, seaworthiness, and comfort in a highly regarded Great Lakes cruiser.

Accommodations

• Forward Cabin: Offset double V-berth, storage lockers, adjacent head/shower with vanity.

• Salon: Port and starboard settees, fixed teak table, abundant natural light.

• Galley (port):

  • Dual stainless sinks

  • Hillerange 3-burner LPG stove/oven

  • 12V refrigeration with insulated icebox

  • Storage and counter space

• Navigation Station: To starboard with electrical panels and Garmin GPS.

• Quarter Berth: Aft to starboard.

• Interior Upgrades: Cushions replaced (2011), teak & holly sole, Fusion stereo, Espar diesel heater.

Mechanical

• Engine: Westerbeke 27 HP diesel, V-drive Hurth HBW150V transmission

• Propellers:

  • Variprofile (2011, Wiggers)

  • 16” Max-Prop feathering (2016)

• Exhaust: Major replacement (2011–12); manifold and hoses renewed 2015–16

• Fuel System: Tank cleaned, Racor filters, new fuel pickup, injectors rebuilt

• Cutless bearing & stuffing box: Replaced 2009 & 2018 (repacked)

• Driveshaft: Replaced 2016

• Motor Mounts & Alignment: 2011–12

• New starter battery & switch (2024)

• Espar diesel heater (2011–12, wired professionally)

Electrical

• DC:

  • Multiple batteries (new sets 2011, 2015)

  • Blue Sea charger (replaced 2019)

  • Battery isolator, surge isolator

• AC:

  • 30A shorepower

  • GFCI outlets

  • Circuit breakers for outlets, charger, water heater

• Lighting: LED upgrades (2014); masthead/anchor light replaced 2016

Navigation & Electronics

• Raymarine HybridTouch GPS/plotter (2011, upgraded 2016 & 2023)

• Raymarine ST60+ Tridata and Wind displays (speed, depth, temp, wind)

• Raymarine wheel pilot (2011, new autopilot 2024)

• Standard Horizon VHF with AIS (2011)

• ST60+ wind system (2011)

• Fusion stereo (2014)

• Garmin GP 521 Plotter (2011)

Rigging & Sails

• Mast: Replaced 2001 (new rigging then; rod rigging subsequently serviced)

• Running Rigging: Replaced progressively (main sheets, topping lift, lazy jacks, cunningham, etc. 2014–19)

• Furler system installed 2011

• Winches:

  • (3) Lewmar chrome winches (14, 16, 30) installed 2011

  • Barient #27 primaries

• Sail Inventory:

  • Evolution mainsail (2011, serviced 2024)

  • Genoa with new UV cover (2011; washed/serviced 2023 & 2025)

  • #3 Jib (2011)

  • Asymmetrical spinnaker with sock (2011)

  • Sail cover and boom cover replaced 2018–19

  • Lazy jacks added 2019

Deck & Hardware

• Wiggers 2011–12 Refit:

  • Deck stripped, faired, repainted with non-skid white

  • Hull repainted green (Awlgrip)

  • Teak trim refinished

• Hardware:

  • Edson adjustable steering wheel (2011)

  • Stanchions relocated/rebedded (2023)

  • New lifelines (2023)

  • New plexiglass hatch (2023)

  • Winches greased 2015

• Dodger & Bimini: Green canvas (2011, with renewals 2018–19)

• Ground Tackle:

  • CQR anchor, chain & rode

  • Dual rollers with windlass

Safety

• Manual cockpit bilge pump

• Electric bilge pump (RCYC 2014)

• Fire extinguishers

• Carbon monoxide alarm

• Fiberglass propane tanks (2012)

• Life ring, swim ladder

Notable Past Refit & Upgrades (2011–2020)

• Wiggers Custom Yachts (2011–12): Full deck refit, Awlgrip hull, exhaust system replacement, steering wheel, Espar heater, new furler, Variprofile prop, Balmar alternator, motor mounts, propane system, overall safety checks.

• Electronics (2011–12): Raymarine 95E system w/ Navionics Platinum, ST60+ instruments, AIS, wheel pilot, new nav pod, VHF.

• Evolution Sails (2011–12): Full new suit – main, genoa, #3 jib, asym spinnaker, covers, Dutchman system.

• Interior & Canvas (2011–12): Cushions, dodger & bimini.

• Genco Marine (2012–13): Custom tarp & frame, fiberglass propane tanks.

• Wiggers 2013: New 6-gal Raritan water heater, surge isolator, electrical bus system, propane fittings.

• RCYC 2014–20: Steering cables replaced, Fusion radio, LED lights, batteries, bilge system upgrades, throttle/tach replacements, manifold, vang, shaft replacement, new sail covers, lazy jacks, Blue Sea charger, engine baffling, hull resealing.

• Raymarine 2016: Factory check & upgrades.

Recent Upgrades (2023–2025)

• Port water tank replaced (2023)

• Chartplotter update & autopilot inspection (2023)

• New stern deck trim, hatch, lifelines, stanchion/deck repairs, varnish (2023)

• New autopilot (2024)

• New starter battery & switch (2024)

• Mainsail serviced (2024)

• Genoa & boom cover serviced (2025)

Survey Highlights

• Hull & deck in good condition with low moisture readings (2020)

• Rudder sound, keel joint faired

• Chainplates secure, bulkheads solid

• Valuation (2020): CAD $90,000, with over $50,000 upgrades invested at that time

Remarks

With her Wiggers Custom Yachts refit, continuous professional maintenance at RCYC, and a fresh round of upgrades (2023–25), Fakir Dan stands out as one of the best-prepared Niagara 35 Encores available. She combines classic Mark Ellis lines, Hinterhoeller build quality, and turnkey readiness for Great Lakes cruising or offshore ambitions.