1978 Hatteras 53 Convertible

This proven fishing machine has been used as a charter vessel for the past 10 years and is ready for new adventures - either for personal use or business purposes. She would also make an ideal floating condo or dive charter boat. She was completely rebuilt and recommissioned in 2006. The twin 2005 Cummins 580 hp engines have a hydraulic transmission with trolling valves and less than 6,000 hours. Her last haul-out was May 2016 when a complete bottom job and all routine maintenance was carried out. This is truly an exceptional vessel which has been meticulously maintained. T...

In her day, the Hatteras 53 Convertible was the industry standard for fishing yachts in excess of 50ft. She is very well proportioned with a long foredeck and low freeboard that is perfectly setup for offshore fishing! There were a few different floor plans originally offered. This particular vessel was a 2 stateroom, galley down configuration. During her renovation, the owner moved the galley up to the salon and added a 3rd stateroom on the lower deck. It's a very nice design that can sleep two additional people. Entering the salon from the aft deck, the new galley is starboard. It...