XBOAT ref :6067.
HATTERAS 53 for sale second hand
Information provided by the owner
I am selling my Hatteras 53 Classic built by the shipyard Hatteras in 1979 and launched in 1980. It is very livable and spacious, ideal as a second home on the water. The interior woodwork is made of solid mahogany. Very large flybridge, all sunbathing areas are new. Teak swim platform.
Main features of aft cabin motor yachts: the 53’ is the most successful mid-size motor yacht ever built by the Hatteras yard with over 600 units produced in various configurations and layouts from 1971 to 1989. This classic motor yacht owes its great popularity to its excellent craftsmanship, spacious layout, and sailing qualities.
Its accommodations are spacious, its two Detroit 8V71 TI engines (turbocharged diesel engines with intercooler with a power of 2 X 420 HP) reliable and robust, make it an ideal yacht for extended cruising or very comfortable living aboard. You will be amazed inside by the mahogany woodwork and its original equipment.
Interior Layout
The interior of the ship at the deck level is arranged with a helm station at the front and a salon at the back. The aft deck is accessible through varnished wood and glass swinging doors located behind the salon. A curved teak staircase, to starboard and in front of the helm station, leads to a custom kitchen area.
- Forward Cabin: At the front and below the kitchen is the forward cabin with two single bunk beds and a storage closet to starboard prepared to accommodate a washing machine, as well as a shelf and the toilet to port.
- Guest Cabin: At the back and below the kitchen, a longitudinal corridor extends towards the back between the engine rooms, with the guest cabin, configured with two single beds side by side and a storage closet, to port. The guest toilet is on starboard.
- Master Cabin: The corridor ends at the master cabin, arranged with a queen size island bed located in the middle, the toilet at the front and to starboard. The engine rooms are located on port and starboard, beside the corridor.
Salon and Helm
The main salon and helm are easily accessible either through the varnished teak swinging doors of the aft deck or through the helm area at the front via the port and starboard sliding doors from the side decks leading to the front of the ship. Upon entering the spacious solid mahogany salon, you will be immediately impressed by the beautiful woodwork and natural light thanks to 360 degrees of windows (port, starboard, front, and back).
- Two large sofas/salon to port
- Convertible double bed furniture on starboard
The helm is at the front and open to the main salon and at the same level: central helm station with full engine controls, gauges, and electronics. Entrance on the starboard side to the curved teak staircase leading to the kitchen and lower deck with the (3) cabins and bathrooms, as well as the engine room.
Cabins
- Master Cabin: The spacious master cabin is at the back and at the end of the lower deck staircase and includes the following: King Size island bed located transversely against the port side with storage drawers underneath and a dresser. Master suite bathroom.
- Guest Cabin: Large mid-ship cabin with 2 twin beds side by side, bathroom located to port opposite the guest cabin mid-ship.
- Other Guest Cabin: Located at the front of the kitchen area, another guest cabin with 2 single bunk beds to starboard, private entrance to the adjoining guest bathroom at the front.
Flybridge
The Flybridge is accessible from the lower aft deck by a stainless steel ladder with teak steps through a top-opening fiberglass hatch. Upper helm station at the center with a wrapping railing and a windshield at the front of the flybridge area. The upper helm station of this Hatteras 53 has full engine controls, gauges, and electronics. The accessible machine/rooms are conveniently located to starboard and port of the lower staircase.
Maintenance and Disclaimer
Freshbottom, antifouling, and new anodes 2025. Possibility for non-French resident buyers to keep the English flag at little cost.
Disclaimer: A buyer must ask their agents or experts to review the details they wish to validate. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice. The engine and generator hours are those at the date of the original listing and represent what the owner announces and/or the actual reading of the engine hour meters. It is the responsibility of the buyer and/or their agent and/or their expert to verify engine hours, implied warranties, or others, and major revisions as well as all other details noted in the listing.
Why is this Hatteras 53 Classic interesting to buy?
The Hatteras 53 Classic is interesting to buy for several reasons. First, it is a very successful mid-size yacht, with over 600 units produced, reflecting its popularity and reliability. Its robust construction and spacious accommodations make it an ideal choice for extended cruising or living aboard. Moreover, its Detroit 8V71 TI engines are reliable and robust, ensuring comfortable and safe navigation. The solid mahogany interiors and original equipment add a touch of luxury and comfort. Finally, its teak swim platform and new sunbathing areas make it a very attractive yacht for sailing and relaxation on the water.
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