I have just received this email inquiry, and hopefully one of the European owners can pass on the correct information.

> Hello Bud Taplin,
>
> have you ever heard of a Westsail 32 being brought to Europe and CE certified?
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> Importing any American boat - as a used boat - would require this (cumbersome) certification.
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> If you happen to have any information from other Westsail owners in this regard, I would be most thankful to know more about it.
>
> Best regards
>
> Egmont Friedl

I bought a Westsail 32 in 2007 that had been imported into the UK. The boat has a CE exemption certificate which was gained at the time. I understand that if a vessel has been constructed prior 1983 a CE mark is not required on importation.