1979 Hatteras 53 Yachtfish (YF)

The 1979 Hatteras 53 Motor Yacht is a true classic, renowned for its solid fiberglass construction, comfortable layout, and legendary seakeeping ability. Featuring a spacious salon, full galley, generous aft deck, rare open cockpit, and well-appointed staterooms, this iconic motor yacht offers the perfect platform for cruising, liveaboard life, or extended adventures. Hatteras craftsmanship continues to make these yachts highly sought after by discerning boaters.

This vessel presents an excellent opportunity for a buyer looking to personalize a classic Hatteras. She will benefit from cosmetic updates and system upgrades, but her timeless design and proven hull provide an outstanding foundation for restoration. Whether you're searching for a rewarding refit project or an affordable way into the Hatteras family, this 53 Motor Yacht offers exceptional potential and lasting value.

• The 1979 Hatteras 53 Motor Yacht features a spacious two-stateroom, two-head layout designed for comfortable cruising and extended stays aboard.
• The full-beam aft master stateroom offers a centerline queen berth, abundant storage, hanging lockers, and a private ensuite head with a separate residential style shower/tube.
• Forward, the VIP stateroom features a two single V-berth with generous storage, while making the yacht ideal for family and guests.
• The expansive main salon is warm and inviting, with large windows providing abundant natural light and excellent visibility. A comfortable lounge area and ample cabinetry create the perfect setting for entertaining or relaxing.
• Forward of the salon, with the galley down creates separate living spaces that is well-equipped with generous counter space, plentiful storage, and a functional layout for meal preparation. The adjacent dinette provides comfortable seating for dining aboard.
• Wide side decks, a covered aft deck with enclosure provide protection and privacy. Rare open cockpit (Yacht Fisher) makes this yacht attractive for off shore fishing, easy boarding from the water and the spacious flybridge provides further visibility and enhances the yacht's livability, making this classic Hatteras equally suited for live-aboard or extended cruising.

• Granite Counter Top
• GE Electric 4 Burner AC flush mount cooktop
• GE Advantium 120 microwave built-in
• Stainless Steel Sink with Hot and Cold Pressure Faucet w/ Filtration System
• Vent Hood Over Stove
• Residential Size Whirlpool Refrigerator / Freezer AC electrical service
• Fisher Parker Drawer Style Dish Washer
• Teak and Holly Faux Flooring

• Raymarine ST60+ Digital Depth Upper & Lower Helms
• Garmin 7215 I/O, Garmin 3210 and Nauti comp 15" Multifunction Display
• GPS / Chart Plotter RADAR Open Display Duel Frequency Finder
• ICOM IC-M504VHF Lower Helm and ICOM IC M302 Upper Helm
• Simrad AP-25 Auto Pilot with Hydraulic Unit Upper I/O and Lower O
• Ritchie Compass Upper and Lower Helm
• Navigation Lights

• 24v system: Ship Service and Start
• 110v system: Yes
• Generator: Yes w/ Sound Shield
• Battery Charger: Charles 5000 SP Series 24 VDC - 60 Amp
• Inverter/Charger - (2) Newmar 32-12-25Amp DC-AC Inverters
• Batteries: Bank 1 (4) GRP 31 - AMG Wired in Series/Parallel for 24 VDC (2022)
• Batteries: Bank 2 (4) GRP 31 - AMG Wired in Series/Parallel for 24 VDC (2022)
• Shore Power: 50 AMP
• Interior Lights: Yes AC and DC
• Nav Lights: Yes
• 12v Outlet(s): Yes

• Hull Color: White
• Deck Color: White
• Draft: 5.5
• Canvas: Upper Helm and aft deck area (near end of life)
• Cushions: Flybridge and custom bow cushion
• Topside: Awlgrip 2014 (UV Discoloration Upper Super Structure)
• Swim Platform: Large platform with ladder
• Cockpit Shower: Yes
• Anchor: Delta 150' of rode
• Windlass: Electric windlass
• Bottom: Bottom Job Needed Diver Reports Zincs in good shape

Stress cracks noted on deck in various locations

Paint on forward brow superstructure is worn and need of repainting

Minor soft spot noted on starboard deck at cabin door

Canvas near end of life on flybridge

Some wood staining in the interior

Stained carpet in masters stateroom with low spot noted on subfloor

Port Tachometer lower station I/O

Starboard window in cabin cracked

Engine and generator hours are as of the date of the original listing and are a representation of what the listing broker is told by the owner and/or actual reading of the engine hour meters. The broker cannot guarantee the true hours. It is the responsibility of the purchaser and/or his agent to verify engine hours, warranties implied or otherwise and major overhauls as well as all other representations noted on the listing brochure.

The company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change or withdrawal without notice.

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