1978 Hatteras 53 Motor Yacht

This 1978 Hatteras 53 Motor Yacht is a three-cabin, three-head sedan bridge design powered by twin Detroit Diesel engines producing 924 horsepower. The boat cruises at 9 knots with a maximum speed of 12 knots and carries the original engines and stabilizers as core components of its construction.

The interior centers on a large master cabin aft with a walk-around queen bed, substantial closet space, and significant storage throughout. Two additional guest cabins and three full heads provide accommodation for extended cruising with family and guests. A spiral staircase connects the sundeck to the swim platform, and dual helm stations—one in the interior pilothouse and one on the flybridge—allow operation from either location. A bow thruster aids maneuvering.

Recent upgrades and modifications shape the boat's current specification. The electrical system has been converted from 36-volt to 24-volt architecture, with a powerful Magnum inverter supplying 110-volt power throughout. All heads, water pumps, macerators, lights, and electronics operate on the new 24-volt system. A 2015 Onan 10-kW generator provides auxiliary power. New electronics include autopilot, radar, and forward and aft cameras. Solar power and a full-size washer and dryer are installed. The galley has been modernized and expanded. Original Hatteras woodwork remains intact. The boat is reported to be dry with no water leaks from hatches or windows.