For boaters looking for a new-to-them used yacht, now is a great time to start scouting options as the used-yacht segment has been shifting to a buyer’s market. To help boat buyers in their yacht shopping, here’s an in-depth look at 10 used yachts priced under $1 million that are ready for new owners today.
1999 San Juan 38 – Grace – Anacortes, WA
The 1999 San Juan 38, Grace, is currently listed for sale with Jeff Brown Yachts at $275,000.
Grace is powered by twin 325 hp Caterpillar 3116 diesel engines paired to Twin Disc MG506 transmissions. The yacht has a reported top speed of 30 knots and cruises at 24 knots. Side-Power bow thrusters assist in docking and maneuvering in close quarters.
The yacht accommodates 10 guests for day trips and has a two-stateroom one-head layout for overnight stays with a V-berth forward and queen berth amidships. The teak cockpit is designed for entertaining and practical use, with a bench-style transom settee and two aft-facing sun pads. Stowage is available under the transom settee and inside cabinets.
Inside, the pilothouse is equipped with a Webasto Thermal 90 reverse-cycle air and heating system (31,000 BTUs) to ensure comfort throughout the boating season. A dinette to port provides seating, while sizable windows allow natural light and offer a 360-degree view. The opening sunroof and cockpit door create an open-air environment when desired.
This San Juan 38’s is equipped with the following tech and system:
- Furuno radar
- Raymarine autopilot
- Side-Power bow thruster
- Bruce anchor with 220′ chain/rope
- 6x Lifeline AGM batteries
- 12V seawater deck washdown system
- Seward 11-gallon hot water heater
- Flojet 2840 Series water pressure system
- KVH Sat TV1 system
- Freedom Marine 2,500-watt inverter/charger
- Sea Recovery 170GPD 12VDC watermaker
A few steps down from the pilothouse, the galley equipage includes:
- Force 10 three-burner propane oven/range
- Stainless-steel sink
- Refrigerator
- Overhead cabinets and drawers for stowage
The owners’ stateroom amidships has a queen berth set athwartships, hanging lockers, under-berth drawers and side compartments for stowage. The head includes a separate shower. Ventilation is provided by an overhead hatch and side portholes.
According to the brokerage, “The San Juan 38 offers modern Downeast styling with reliable performance, responsive handling, a well-equipped galley, two staterooms, and a head with a stall shower. Grace recently received a haul-out, fresh bottom paint, new zincs, and prop and shaft coating.” The boat is currently stored on land in Anacortes, WA, and available for showings by appointment.
Grace is currently stored in Anacortes, WA, and is available for viewing.
Take the next step: Contact Jeff Brown Yachts or call (619) 597-2366.
2008 Tiara Yachts 5800 Sovran – Dreamscape – St. Petersburg, FL.
Dreamscape, a 2008 Tiara Yachts 5800 Sovran, is a 58-foot express cruiser with a two-stateroom, two-head layout and triple-diesel-engine configuration. The yacht accommodates four guests for cruising and is currently listed by Galati Yacht Sales for $625,000.
This model was Tiara’s flagship at the time of launch, with a raked deckhouse, down-swept side windows, a hardtop overhang and a reverse- transom design.
Dreamscape is powered by triple, 435 hp Volvo Penta IPS 600 diesels. The IPS pod-drive system makes for easier close-quarters handling, increased fuel efficiency compared to traditional straight-shaft diesels and reduced vibration, which, in turn, lessens onboard noise.
The yacht cruises around 29 knots, with a reported top speed of 34 knots. The joystick docking system simplifies handling around the dock.
“Wait till you drive it,” came the reply from David Zgrabik, a senior service specialist for Volvo Penta. He had spent countless hours helping to plan and then install the first triple IPS 600 diesel system, the same three 435 hp engines turning azipod units with forward-facing dual-prop drives that would soon be pulling us along at cruising speeds of 30 knots for hours on end. For the next six hours, the Tiara Sovran 5800 was our magic carpet ride, smoothing out the light chop of Lake Erie.” Yachting previously reported.
The cockpit has an L-shaped settee with a high-gloss teak table, a solit setup for alfresco dining. A hydraulic swim platform with an 800-pound-capacity lift provides easy water access. There is also a wet bar with refrigerator, ice maker and electric grill. The foredeck has adjustable sun pads, offering an additional lounging space.
Sliding glass doors lead into the Dreamscape‘s salon, which includes an L-shaped leather settee, two chairs, a pop-up flat-screen TV and a wet bar with wine cooler. Large windows and skylights allow for abundant natural light.
The helm station is located forward with twin adjustable captain’s chairs. Electronics include Raymarine multifunction displays, radar, autopilot and GPS. The IPS joystick and electronic engine controls enhance boathandling. Side windows and a sunroof can be opened for breezes when desired.
Below, the galley has Corian countertops, stainless-steel appliances, a refrigerator/freezer, convection microwave, electric cooktop, dishwasher and upper/lower cabinets for stowage.
The full-beam owners’ stateroom is located amidships with a queen-size island berth, nightstands, an entertainment system and hull-side windows for ocean views. The ensuite head includes a walk-in shower and solid-surface countertops.
The VIP stateroom forward has a queen pedestal berth, under-berth and hanging locker stowage and an overhead hatch with shade and screen. Both staterooms have dedicated entertainment systems.
Where is Dreamscape located? The yacht is currently lying in St Petersburg, FL.
Take the next step: call or text the listing agent, Jeff Rummel, (239) 691-8100, Galati Yacht Sales
1998 Hatteras 74 Sport Deck Motor Yacht – Diamond Days – Key Largo, FL.
Diamond Days, a 1998 Hatteras 74 Sport Deck, is a well-maintained yacht offered by its original owner and is currently listed for $669,000 through Gilman Yachts. The vessel has a four-stateroom, five-head layout.
According to Gilman Yachts, Diamond Days has been consistently serviced, with haul-outs performed annually. The yacht received a paint job at Jarrett Bay in 2012, during which all hardware was removed and rebedded. Notably, the hull has never experienced blistering. Diamond Days is powered by twin 1,350 hp Caterpillar 3412 diesels, with approximately 6,805 hours on the engines. Oil samples dating back to 2007 are available.
Recent Upgrades:
- 2024: New polycarbonate panels on flybridge enclosure, CAT engine computers, bottom job at Jarrett Bay, stabilizer fin seals, bow A/C
- 2023: Crew A/C system replaced
- 2022: Mid-stateroom A/C system replaced, new stainless rudders, bearings, and dripless seals, Garmin 8600 Suite installed
- 2021: Side flybridge enclosure panels, stainless exhaust elbows, aftercoolers cleaned and powder-coated, Revere 8-man liferaft (inspected 2024)
- 2020: Injector and line replacement, salon and aft stateroom woodwork refinished
The yacht reportedly cruises at 20 knots and has a top speed of 25 knots.
Guests can board via an articulating Marquipt ladder to the port or via starboard wheelhouse doors or through the swim platform. The cockpit has faux teak over fiberglass decking, a 44-inch varnished table with four matching chairs, six storage cabinets, stainless-steel rails and overhead lighting. A freshwater washdown is also available.
The foredeck has a forward-facing settee and two sun pads for some quietude at the quay. The flybridge is equipped with a Corian-countertop custom bar with integrated sink, BBQ, two swivel barstools and U-shaped seating abaft of the helm. A 14-foot 1998 Nautica RIB tender with 2017 tubes is stowed on the aft deck.
The wheelhouse has a three-panel windshield and a range of navigation and electrical systems, including:
- Garmin 7215 & 8212 touchscreen MFDs
- Garmin 4212 plotter, GHP-20 autopilot, AIS 300 transceiver, GXM 52 weather receiver
- Garmin GMR 6-foot open-array radar
- Icom ICM-504 and Stephens VHF radios
- Naiad Marine hydraulic bow thruster
- Onan 20 kW generators (forward: ~4,400 hrs, aft: ~7,332 hrs)
- AGM batteries, Victron and Newmar converters, Hubbell power inlets, Glendinning shore cord reels
Inside, the full-beam salon is set up with an upholstered chair, L-shaped sofa and a custom maple entertainment center with a 40-inch Sony TV. Large windows with Duette blinds and Roman shades help dial the light in or out.
The adjacent galley includes Uba Tuba granite countertops, a KitchenAid refrigerator/freezer, Bosch microwave and oven, Whirlpool cooktop and a stainless-steel undermount sink. A C-shaped dinette is across for casual dining.
Accommodations include a full-beam owners’ stateroom with a king-size island berth, his-and-hers heads, Jacuzzi tub and walk-in closet. Forward of the engine room are two VIP guest staterooms with queen berths and a twin over-under-berth stateroom. All staterooms have en suite heads.
Where is Diamond Days located? The yacht is currently lying in Key Largo, FL.
Take the next step: call or text the listing agent, Jeff Stanley, (954) 249-0360, Gilman Yachts
2023 Pardo 38 – No Worries – Newport Beach, CA.
The 2023 Pardo 38 No Worries is a couple-size walkaround cruiser that is currently on the market for $695,000 with Jeff Brown Yachts.
No Worries has triple Mercury 300 hp V8 outboards that provide a reported top speed of 50 knots. Cruise speed is 35 knots. The boat’s Seakeeper gyrostabilizer should help keep the boat stable as a table, while a bow thruster and a joystick help with close-quarters maneuvering.
“The Pardo 38 has a modified-V hull form with spray rails and a 20.5-degree deadrise aft. The ride is precise, a credit to designer Maurizio Zuccheri and Pardo’s in-house team,” Yachting previously reported.
The vessel’s carbon-fiber center console and T-top contribute to its sleek profile. With a length of 37.92 feet and a beam of 11.81 feet, No Worries accommodates 12 guests for day tripping or four guests for weekend cruises across two staterooms.
“They (The Pardo 38, 43 and 50) all have a distinctive reverse bow, pop-out anchor cradles, high bulwarks capped with teak, carbon-fiber center consoles and T-tops, cockpit galleys, sun pads fore and aft, and aft-deck tables. The 38 just shrinks these elements into an entry-level package,” Yachting previously reported.
The cockpit has a teak sole and includes a dinette and galley for alfresco dining. A Bimini top extends from the hardtop, providing shade when desired. The foredeck has a sun pad with cupholders, making it a great setup for sundowners with friends.
At the helm, there are three Stidd chairs, Simrad electronics suite, including depth sounder, GPs, chartplotter, radar and more.
Belowdecks, the owners’ forepeak stateroom has a double-sized berth. A separate head and shower are shared by all guests. The guest stateroom, located aft, has twin side-by-side berths.
Jeff Brown Yachts notes that No Worries is “Beautifully presented like new” with low hours and LLC ownership.
Where is No Worries located? The yacht is currently lying in Newport Beach, CA.
Take the next step: call or text the listing agent, Will De Jong, (949) 728-8195, Jeff Brown Yachts
Grand Banks 43 Europa – Peace – Newport, Rhode Island
Peace, a 2014 Grand Banks 43 Europa, is a couple-size, Great Loop-ready cruiser with a top speed of 25 knots, two staterooms, two heads and is on the market with Grand Banks for $845,000.
“The Heritage series embodies that thoughtful process of innovation and features an iconic design that has been the mainstay of Grand Banks since 1973. Today there are four models: the 41 EU, 43 EU, 47 EU and 54 EU. When I stepped aboard the 43 EU, I knew instantly that I was on a Grand Banks because of her classic teak interior and evident craftsmanship. But once under way, I fully realized I was not on a Grand Banks of the past,” Yachting previously reported.
Powered by twin 480 hp Cummins 6.7L diesel engines with Zeus pod-drive propulsion system, Peace hits a top speed of 25 knots. During our sea trial, we saw a 10.4 gph fuel burn at 10.5 knots, which resulted in a 564-nautical-mile range with a 10 percent reserve on the yacht’s 600-gallon fuel capacity. The 43 Europa’s hull design from C. Raymond Hunt Associates has allowed engineers to add higher horsepower engines to increase top speeds with better fuel efficiency over previous hull designs.
Peace’s cockpit, which is partially shaded by the flybridge, is roomy and comfortable with deck chairs laid out on a teak sole. Take a dive off the swim platform or just relax and enjoy the ocean breeze. With its seamless connection to the salon and galley, the cockpit is the perfect spot for guests to lounge and enjoy alfresco dining.
The flybridge has a Bimini top giving owners the option of sun or shade. There is an L-shaped settee with table to starboard and a portside bench-style settee. The aft deck currently supports a tender and davit, but when the tender is launched, the aft deck could be used for catching rays or relaxing with a bottle of wine while watching the sunset over the water. The helm station is on centerline with two seats.
Peace’s salon embodies the classic Grand Banks charm with warm teak joinery in all directions. Windows bathe the space with natural light and keep a connection with the surrounding seascape. The salon has an L-shaped settee with dining table to port and a sofa to starboard. The entertainment systems are integrated discreetly, ensuring the space remains uncluttered. Opening the sliding door to the cockpit creates an open-air environment that extends from the galley to the cockpit.
The galley is located forward of the salon and to port, and is adjacent to the lower helm station. The galley appliances include a two-burner cooktop, microwave, refrigerator and sink. Stowage is plentiful, with well-placed drawers and cabinets that optimize the available space.
The two-stateroom setup includes the master stateroom, located forward, with a queen island berth, flanked by stowage and hanging lockers. Overhead hatches and portlights provide ventilation and natural light, creating a bright and airy feel. The guest stateroom, configured with side-by-side twin berths, is equally well-appointed. Both staterooms are finished with the same rich teak joinery found throughout the yacht. The shared head features a separate shower stall, high-quality fixtures and thoughtful stowage solutions.
Where is Peace located? The yacht is currently lying in Newport, Rhode Island
Take the next step: call or text the listing agent, Steve Fithian, (954) 383-1999, Grand Banks
2021 Tiara Yachts 43 LE – Natural Selection – Fort Lauderdale, FL.
Natural Selection, a 2021 Tiara Yachts 43 LE, has a two-stateroom, one-head layout and is currently listed by HMY Yacht Sales for $849,000.
The boat is powered by triple 450 hp Mercury 450R outboards with approximately 81 hours each. It has a reported top speed of 52 knots and cruises around 35 knots. A Seakeeper SK6 gyrostabilizer provides roll reduction, while Mercury’s joystick control assists with low-speed maneuvering.
“Swing the wheel hard over at cruise speed or while going full tilt, and the yacht’s 21-degree deep-V hull digs in and carves a turn half as wide as virtually any boat this size rigged with inboards and rudders. Dockside handling was above par with the joystick control; in fact, when we returned to a cramped and crowded marina to parallel park with maybe 3 or 4 feet of clearance fore and aft, docking was simply a matter of lining up next to the opening and then nudging the joystick sideways,” Yachting previously reported.
The cockpit includes a rotating lounge that locks into multiple positions and includes a footrest. A fold-down terrace expands the usable space and provides additional water access on the hook. A retractable sunshade, transom grill and removable high-gloss teak table support alfresco dining. There is an upgraded JL Audio system with Fusion head unit. Underwater lights enhance the ambiance when the sun goes down.
Forward, the bow has sun pads with integrated cupholders. Stainless-steel bow rails provide safe transit when accessing the foredeck.
Sliding glass doors connect the cockpit to the salon and galley. The salon is bright and open, thanks to large windows and high ceilings. Air conditioning, rotating helm chairs and sliding doors that open fully to the cockpit allow the salon to serve as a social hub. Galley features include a stainless-steel sink, microwave, Cognac wood-finished refrigerator/freezer drawers and multiple stowage compartments.
The helm electronics setup includes three 16-inch Garmin GPS displays, a Garmin 48-inch Fantom open-array radar, Mercury VesselView, Seakeeper control and an integrated sound-system interface. Opening side windows provide breezes when desired.
Belowdecks, the forward master stateroom includes a queen island berth with stowage below, reading lights, a hanging locker, privacy curtain and flat-screen TV. The second stateroom has a full-size berth and settee. The shared head has a teak shower stall with a glass door, sink and toilet.
Where is Natural Selection located? The yacht is currently lying in Fort Lauderdale, FL.
Take the next step: Call HMY Yacht Sales at (954) 420-8520, HMY Yacht Sales.
2023 Cruisers Yachts 42 Cantius – BradVentures – Naples, FL.
BradVentures, a 2023 Cruisers Yachts 42 Cantius, accommodates four guests in a two-stateroom, two-head, layout for extended cruising and can host up to 12 guests for day tripping. Galati Yacht Sales has listed BradVentures for $819,000.
The 42 Cantius is powered by upgraded twin 440 hp Volvo Penta D6 IPS600 diesels. It also has Volvo’s Dynamic Positioning System. The vessel’s services are up to date, and includes extended warranties on the IPS diesels through December 2027, along with a five-year limited structural warranty from Cruisers Yachts. A Seakeeper 6 gyrostabilizer helps reduce roll and enhance onboard comfort.
The yacht’s cockpit has a pearl-white, L-shaped settee with a convertible table, an electric awning for shade as well as a wet bar with refrigerator and ice maker. A transom electric BBQ and a hydraulic swim platform support al fresco meals and water access. The foredeck is outfitted with sun pads that have adjustable backrests and integrated cup holders.
This 42 Cantius has an aft-galley setup, which provides convenient access to the salon and cockpit. It’s equipped with stainless-steel appliances, including a two-burner cooktop, microwave/convection oven and refrigerator/freezer. There is stowage in upper and lower cabinets and several drawers.
An L-shaped dinette is in the salon and there is a lounge opposite the helm. A sliding glass door and retractable sunroof enhance the connection between indoor and outdoor spaces here. Light-toned upholstery and mocha oak cabinetry create a bright, open vibe.
“The salon is the 42’s focal point, a prime social space with that opening hardtop. Surrounded by glass, the forward section not only makes for a good driving platform, but also offers exceptional views of the water. Headroom was 6 feet 9 inches to the top of the sunroof, making the open-plan salon feel even more spacious. The vessel’s rear glass door slides and drops into the sole, providing a 64-inch-wide opening between the aft galley and cockpit,” Yachting previously reported.
The helm has a double-wide helm seat with a bolster and footrest. The Volvo Penta Glass Cockpit has twin Garmin 8612 multifunction displays, HD radar, sonar, autopilot, VHF radio and a FLIR M332 stabilized thermal-imaging camera for improved visibility in low light and fog.
Belowdecks, there is a full-beam master stateroom amidships and has a king-size berth, cedar-lined closets and an en suite head with a walk-in shower. The forward VIP stateroom has a queen-size berth, stowage and access to a separate head. Both staterooms have portholes for natural light and ventilation.
Where is BradVentures located? The yacht is currently lying in Naples, FL.
Take the next step: call or text the listing agent, Thomas Fox, (909) 525-2064, Galati Yacht Sales
1999 Grand Banks 49 Eastbay HX – Fiji – Miami Beach, FL.
Looking for a rugged, dependable Downeast yacht capable of extended cruising? Fiji, a 1999 Grand Banks 49 Eastbay HX, has just entered the market at $315,000.
The Grand Banks 49 Eastbay HX is powered by twin 660 hp Caterpillar 3196TA diesel engines, helping propel the yacht to a reported 25-knot top hop. Cruising speed is 20 knots.
Fuel Consumption:
- 20+ knots: 50 gallons per hour
- 14–20 knots: 40 gallons per hour
- 9 knots: 4 gallons per hour
- 7 knots: 2 gallons per hour
Grand Banks describes the Eastbay 49 as:
“A top-quality, Downeast-style express whose elegant appearance and meticulous construction represent the ultimate in classic American yachting. A strikingly handsome yacht with a long foredeck and traditional Downeast styling, she is built on a modified deep-V hull with a short keel and prop pockets for reduced draft.”
Step aboard Fiji’s cockpit, accessible via teak side steps from the port and starboard sides or through the transom door leading to the swim platform. The Eastbay HX series has a semi-enclosed helm with teak sole, which is seamlessly connected to the cockpit.
Fiji’s helm deck is equipped with a pedestal-mounted, adjustable helm chair, ensuring clean sightlines. To port, a double-wide companion seat with a built-in ice maker adds convenience. The L-shaped settee and high/low varnished teak yacht table create an inviting space for guests. Thoughtful stowage includes a teak-enclosed, glass-covered chart locker and cabinets for bottles and accessories.
Descending four steps from the helm deck is the salon, a welcoming space for dining, relaxing and entertaining. The hand-rubbed teak cabinetry, teak-and holly-sole and Corian countertops add warmth and elegance. The dinette has a teak table. There is stowage behind cushions and under seats maximizing available space.
The U-shaped galley, located to port, has Corian countertops and double stainless-steel sinks. Two large refrigerators and a freezer provide sizable cold storage when provisioning for extended cruises. The teak-and-holly sole adds a classic nautical charm.
After a long day on the water, owners and guests can retire to one of two staterooms. The master stateroom, located forward, features a twin-sized V-berth, hanging lockers and drawer stowage. Halogen reading lamps and dimmer-controlled overhead lights enhance comfort. The en suite head includes a separate stall shower and freshwater electric toilet. The guest cabin, positioned forward to port, offers over/under twin-sized berths with four storage drawers underneath. There is a hanging locker for additional stowage.
Where is Fiji Located? Fiji is currently lying in Miami Beach, FL.
Take the Next Step: To schedule a viewing or for more details, call or text listing agent Carvey Iannuzzi at (616) 889-7766, Grand Banks.
2019 Leopard 51 Power Catamaran – Falasea – Sarasota, FL.
Falasea, a 2019 Leopard 51 Power Catamaran, with three staterooms, three heads, a sizable salon and a well-equipped galley, is now available through Galati Yacht Sales for $899,000.
Powered by twin 370 hp Yanmar 8LV diesel engines, Falasea delivers a relatively quiet cruising experience. The Leopard 51 PC’s hull design enhances stability and reduces drag, optimizing fuel efficiency for those extended voyages. With a top speed of 25 knots and a comfortable cruising speed of 18 knots, this yacht is well-suited for everything from coastal cruising to completing the Great Loop.
Falasea was designed for families and friends who enjoy fun in the sun. The cockpit features a portside U-shaped settee with a dining table and a starboard-side L-shaped settee, creating an inviting space for alfresco dining and socializing. The flybridge overhang provides shade during the day and integrated LED lighting provides a cozy vibe when night falls. The wide swim platform offers easy water access making it perfect for swimming, diving or launching water toys.
For those seeking a more private setting, the foredeck offers a relaxing space with bench-style settees and sun pads. A glass door offers convenient access from the salon to the foredeck, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor living experience.
The flybridge is equal parts navigation station and entertainment area. It’s set up with an electric grill, U-shaped settee, a dining table and an aft-facing bench-style settee adjacent to the portside helm. Guests can enjoy ocean breezes while dining or sunbathing on the aft deck. A bench-style helm seat accommodates the captain and guests.
Some of Falasea‘s tech and navigational systems include the following:
- Upper & lower helm stations
- Autopilot: Raymarine p70
- Log-Speedometer: Raymarine
- Depthsounder: Raymarine
- Chartplotter: Raymarine AXIOM 12 w/WIFI
- Wind Speed & Direction: Raymarine
- Radar: Raymarine
- Compass & GPS
- VHF Radio: Raymarine multi-zone, helm and nav station
- Bow & Stern Thrusters: Vetus
- Generator: Northern Lights 9 kW
- House Batteries: 4 X 210 Ah
- Solar Panels: 1800W
A sliding glass door from the cockpit leads into Falasea’s aft galley, an owner-favorite feature that makes entertaining seamless between the salon, cockpit and flybridge. The galley is equipped with the following:
- Propane cooktop & oven
- Microwave oven
- Double-sided stainless-steel sink
- Fisher & Paykel dishwasher
- Refrigerator & deep freezer
- An array of cabinets & drawers for dry goods and galley accessories
Forward of the galley, the salon arrangement includes a U-shaped settee with a large folding table to starboard and a lower helm to port. Large windows fill the space with natural light while providing panoramic views. The interior includes wood cabinetry, plush upholstery and LED accent lighting. An integrated entertainment system with a flat-screen TV and surround-sound rounds out the entertainment equation.
After a day on the water, owners and guests can retreat to one of Falasea’s three staterooms, each designed for comfort and privacy.
- Master Stateroom (Starboard Hull):
- Queen-sized berth
- Wardrobe
- En suite head with a walk-in shower
- Hullside windows for natural light and vistas
- Guest Staterooms (Port Hull):
- Two queen-sized berths
- Stowage compartments
- En suite heads
- Overhead hatches for ventilation
- Air conditioning for climate control
For added convenience, Falasea is equipped with an upgraded washer and dryer, allowing guests to pack lightly on extended trips.
Falasea is currently lying in Sarasota, FL.
Take the next step: Call or text listing agent Nick Galati at (941) 720-1321 – Galati Yacht Sales.
1985 Feadship Sportfish 87′ – Thanks Buds – Fort Lauderdale, FL.
Thanks Buds, a 1985 Feadship Sportfish 87′, is a classic battlewagon, ready for long-distance adventure angling and that accommodates six guests in three staterooms. Gilman Yachts has listed Thanks Buds for $995,000.
In 2005, Thanks Buds was upgraded with twin 1,550 hp Caterpillar C-30 diesel engines coupled to ZF 2050 transmissions with a 2.519:1 gear-reduction ratio. The yacht has a top speed of 25 knots and a cruising speed of 23 knots.
The yacht’s spacious teak cockpit features a varnished teak transom, teak wraparound covering boards, and padded coaming bolsters. A fighting chair is installed for reeling in large catches, and a transom door allows easy access for landing bigeye tuna. Cockpit amenities include:
- Two hinged, flush in-sole stainless-steel recirculating livewells
- Two under-gunnel gaff lockers with 100-amp plug-ins, DSC connection, and general storage
- Seven stainless-steel rod holders in the coaming boards
- Two-step box with fire hose inside
- Varnished teak aft house bulkhead
- Varnished teak cabinets portside with a three-door stainless-steel refrigerator/freezer below and three hinged-top chill plates above
- Varnished teak cabinets starboard side with three tackle drawers, electrical fuel shutoff valves, fire pull, and a Jenn-Air vented grill above
- A high-capacity ice chipper with a hinged top located on the farthest outboard side
- 48-inch-wide centerline steps to the upper salon, split to hinge for engine room access to port, with a centerline stainless-steel railing
- Three overhead AC lights in the brow
- Four overhead DC lights in the brow
- Two JL two-stage overhead speakers in the brow
- Garmin 5008 touchscreen plotter/sounder to starboard
- 12-volt electric reel outlet
- 24-volt electric reel outlet
- Two Lumitec LED downlights in the brow
- Custom offset pedestal varnished fighting chair with a four-place rocket launcher in the backrest
- Counterbalanced varnished dual-entry door to the salon
- Custom Pipewelders 41-foot triple spreader outriggers
The foredeck houses a 2006 17′ Maverick HPX flats boat with a 2005 90 hp Yamaha 4-stroke outboard, along with a Marquipt 1,700-pound telescoping hydraulic davit. Two Viking eight-man life rafts in canisters are secured on the bow, flanking the tender. A teak sole extends from the windlass forward, where a 180-pound Poole galvanized anchor is mounted through the hull portside with a stainless-steel surround, 300 feet of 5/8” chain and a high-pressure chain wash.
A 10-step stainless-steel-and-teak ladder leads to the enclosed pilothouse, paneled in satin-finish teak. Inside, to port and starboard, are two curved leather settees with triangular tables, each seating two to three people with storage below. The expansive helm console is centerline with walkaround space on both sides. A 9-foot-wide settee upholstered in tan leather is in front of the helm, and further forward, beneath the three-panel windshield, are seven cabinet doors housing:
- Flybridge electrical panel
- KVH TracVision and mini-V SAT consoles
- APC uninterruptible power supply
- Whirlpool Wet Ice ice maker
- Sink and additional storage
The pilothouse features a varnished teak-and-holly sole.
The salon preserves its original interior, with wood grains glowing under natural light from large side windows. Guests can relax on a U-shaped sofa with a table or grab a drink from the wet bar. A Samsung 49-inch LED TV is hidden behind tambour doors. Overhead, there is stowage for up to 25 rods, 14 LED lights, a smoke-and-fire sensor and five Bose mini-cube speakers. The salon sole is covered in neutral-tone plush carpet.
The galley, located forward to port, extends across the walkway with additional stowage to starboard. Galley features include:
- Full Jenn-Air oven and Ceran top four-burner cooktop with central exhaust fan, all hidden under hinged granite countertops
- Pop-up Kenmore microwave/convection oven
- Deep under-mount double stainless-steel sink
- Instahot water faucet
- Filtered drinking water faucet
- Removable spray faucet
- Slide-out trash receptacle/cabinet
- Side-by-side custom stainless-steel refrigerators with wood faces
- Seven cabinets, several with slide-out shelves
- Five drawers
- Five additional overhead rod holders forward
- Twelve overhead LED lights
- Garbage disposal
Belowdecks, three en suite staterooms accommodate owners and guests. The owner’s stateroom, located forward, is well insulated from bow noise by an expansive bosun’s locker and under-berth stowage. The centerline king-sized berth is surrounded by built-in cabinetry, with two large drawers at the foot of the bed and three top-loading stowage cabinets on each side.
The portside guest stateroom features twin oversized side-by-side berths, while the starboard guest stateroom has twin-size over/under berths, with the bottom berth being oversized. Crew quarters include twin-sized over/under berths, with additional stowage space throughout.
“Thanks Buds remains an icon in yachting circles. She was built as the second of two Gallant Lady Feadship Sportfisherman yachts. At the time of her build, there were no larger pedigree ‘Yacht Fisherman’ on the water. While newer, larger, and faster sportfishing yachts have since emerged, none match the class, grace, or quality of a Feadship. Her original design remains intact, with only system upgrades over the years. This is a rare opportunity to own an icon,” Gilman Yachts stated.
Where is Thanks Buds located? The yacht is currently lying in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Take the next step: call or text the listing agent, Jeff Stanley, (954) 249-0360, Gilman Yachts
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