These robust, high‑quality Tiara 3700 models are increasingly hard to find and for good reason. They strike a rare balance: a wide, open aft cockpit built for serious fishing, paired with a beautifully finished interior and helm area that make cruising exceptionally comfortable.

Molokai Dawn is particularly well suited for Pacific Northwest adventures. Outfitted with a hard top, canvas cover, heat, and a modern electronics suite, she’s been thoughtfully updated by experienced owners and is truly turn‑key.

Powered by reliable twin Caterpillar diesels, she delivers a smooth, confident ride with excellent speed and fuel efficiency.

With $50,000 in recent upgrades and a current survey available, Molokai Dawn stands out as a dialed‑in, ready‑to‑enjoy Tiara: ideal for anglers, cruisers, or anyone looking for a capable, versatile platform

Name......................................... Molokai Dawn

Year........................................................... 1996

Builder.......................................... Tiara Yachts

LOA........................................................... 39’8”

Beam......................................................... 14’2”

Draft ........................................................... 3’9”

Displacement................................... 21,000 lbs

Steering............................................. Hydraulic 

Cruise Speed.......................................... 20 kts

Top Speed.............................................. 30 kts

Range at 8 kts...................................... 400 nm

Fuel..................................................... 400 gals

Water................................................... 100 gals

Hot Water.............................................. 11 gals

Holding Tank......................................... 40 gals

Heat................................................ Diesel Heat

COCKPIT

• Large “fishable” cockpit with multiple downrigger pads, a wet well and tons of storage.
• Great for entertaining as well with cockpit wet bar and icemaker.  All this protected by the custom hard top cover complete with lighting and fishing rod holders.
• Electric opening forward vent
• Canvas cover for the cockpit for the rainy season
• Large wide convenient swim platform with integrated stainless steel boarding ladder.
• Cockpit shower and freshwater wash down.

INTERIOR

• The Tiara 3700 boasts a comfortable interior for extended cruising with its warm, inviting atmosphere created by the stunning teak and holly trim and quality furnishings.
• The layout makes brilliant use of space – a queen centerline forward berth with partial walkaround with storage beneath, a well-appointed, double-door access head to starboard, a practical galley and large dinette which converts into a double bunk.  Cedar lined cabinets in the master suite. 
• The large head with electric toilet has access from the master suite and the saloon.  Full size shower compartment. Vacuflush head system for reliability and ease of use.
• The ergonomic galley is well equipped with a front open fridge, an electric stove, microwave and a built-in coffee maker. Corian counter tops. Water filter at the galley faucet. Lots of storage space.
• New custom leatherette upholstery (2026)
• Diesel forced air heater with remote – 8kW
• Central vacuum system

MECHANICAL

• 2 x Caterpillar 3208 8 cylinder diesel – 2 x 435 hp
• 1892 hours
• Full set of analogue engine instruments
• Engine synchronizer
• Great engine room access with a electric hatch lift and lighting
• Generator: Westerbeke 8.5kw – 996 hrs.  Recent re-conditioning.

ELECTRICAL/PLUMBING

• Upgraded AC and DC electrical systems with modern distribution panels and Blue Seas ACR system for optimized charging.
• 6 x 6V House Bank plus separate start batteries (x2)
• Upgraded Balmar alternators with separate Balmar external regulators – for efficient battery charging !
• Both 50 and 30amp shorepower – lots of flexibility !
• Victron 3000W inverter/Charger
• TrueCharge 40 amp charger
• Hot water: 11 gal Seaward tank – from shorepower, generator or engine heat.
• Bennett Marine 12V hydraulic trim tabs

INSTRUMENTS

• Updated electronics suite for easy cruising and effective fishing
• Massive Raymarine Axion Pro 16RVX chartplotter
• Raymarine Quantum 2 Radar
• Raymarine Fishfinder
• Raymarine EV-1/EV2000 Autopilot and p70s Control Head integrated with the chartplotter.  
• Standard Horizon GX16000 VHF radio with DSC.
• SI-Tex AIS Transmitter/Receiver. 
• Sony stereo with indoor and outdoor speakers
• Custom outdoor and underwater lighting
• Spotlight with helm control
• Brass barometer and clock.

ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT

• New Seawise Davit system (2025)
• Tender: 2022 Gala 300HD tender
• Outboard: 2021 Suzuki DF9.9BS outboard
• Anchor: modern Rocna 20kg – sleep well at night !
• Rode: 250’ of chain
• Windlass: Ideal electric windlass with controls at the helm and foredeck
• Full suite of safety equipment

MAINTENANCE

• Last haul-out: July 2025
• Last engine oil change: Fall 2025
• Extensive upgrading and maintenance including engine pumps and heat exchangers, new windshield wiper systems, reconditioned generator and more
• Original vessel and engine manuals in a Tiara briefcase

Listed by Max Shaw at the Port Sidney Marina location of Yacht Sales West