1985 Hatteras 53 Extended Deckhouse
$ 239,900 USD
Features
| Lithium Power |
| Great Loop Ready |
| Naiad Stabilizers |
| Electronic Engine Controls |
| Detroit Diesel Power |
| Notable Upgrades: 600Ah LiFePO4 lithium house battery bank with inverter/charger – 2024 New AGM engine start batteries and 32V AGM House Batteries – 2024 Starlink connectivity 2024 Yamaha 20HP outboard on 11' Boston Whaler tender 65 lb. claw anchor and approximately 260' of anchor chain Recent bottom paint Stabilizer seals recently replaced Annual Detroit Diesel engine service completed Glendinning electronic engine controls USB-C charging added at upper helm Updated galley appliances Updated wood and vinyl plank flooring Vesper AIS transponder Updated washer/dryer Updated A/C raw-water pump with backup Updated countertops and interior finishes Props tuned with spare props aboard |
| Tenders: 1985 11-foot Boston Whaler side-console tender, carried aboard using the electric tender crane. The Whaler has been upgraded with a 2024 Yamaha 20HP outboard, giving the next owners a highly practical tender setup for exploring. |
“3 Little Birds” is a beautiful 1985 Hatteras 53 Extended Deck Motor Yacht offering the classic Hatteras construction, tremendous living space, and cruising capability that have made the 53 one of the most respected American motor yachts ever built.
Located in Little River, South Carolina, 3 Little Birds has been thoughtfully equipped and updated for extended time aboard. The desirable Extended Deck layout provides an exceptionally spacious full-beam salon while retaining convenient access to the aft deck through double doors, creating a comfortable living area with an excellent connection to the outdoors.
Recent cruising-oriented improvements include 600Ah of LiFePO4 lithium house batteries with inverter/charger, electronic shift controls, Starlink, 2024 AGM engine start batteries, 2024 New 32V AGM House batteries, a 2024 Yamaha 20HP outboard for the Boston Whaler tender, updated anchor chain, and USB-C charging at the upper helm.
She also benefits from recent bottom paint and replacement of the stabilizer seals, while her dependable Detroit Diesel 6V92 engines have received annual service from a well-known and respected Detroit mechanic.
Power is provided by twin Detroit Diesel 6V92 engines showing approximately 3,676 hours port and 3,680 hours starboard. Ship's power is supplied by an Onan 20kW generator with approximately 4,948 hours.
For the cruising couple looking for a capable motor yacht with substantial accommodations, redundant helm stations, Naiad stabilizers, excellent tender handling, and genuine liveaboard comfort, 3 Little Birds offers a compelling package.
The Hatteras 53 has earned an enviable reputation over decades of cruising, and 3 Little Birds combines that proven platform with the equipment today's cruising owners want. The hinged radar arch allows the air draft to get down to 17'2", making this boat Great Loop capable.
Cape Yachts is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Great Loop Yacht Sales. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a particular vessel
Specifications
- HIN/IMO: HATCN756E585
- Official Number: 686412
- LOA: 53' 1'' (16.18 Meters)
- Type: Power- Used
- Year: 1985
- Beam: 15' 10''
- Draft Max: 4'
- Cabins: 3
- Heads: 3
- Maximum Speed: 17 Knots
- Cruise Speed: 14 Knots
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Hull Material: Fiberglass
- Hull Shape: Modified Vee
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Tower: No
- Bridge Clearance: 17' 2''
- Stabilizers: Standard
- Stabilizers Brand: Naiad
- Fuel Tank: 700 Gallons (2649.79 Liters)
- Fresh Water: 287 Gallons (1086.41 Liters)
- Holding Tank: 165 Gallons (624.59 Liters)
- Dry Weight: 57000
- Tender HIN: BWCK0324J485
- Engine 1 Make: Detroit Diesel
- Engine 1 Model: Detroit 6V92TI
- Engine 1 Type: Inboard
- Engine 2 Make: Detroit Diesel
- Engine 2 Model: Detroit 6V92TI
- Engine 2 Type: Inboard
Generators
Generator 1
- Generator Make: Onan
- Generator Model: 20KW
- Generator KW: 20.00
- Generator Hours: 4948
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