1988 NorthCoast 24 Express Sportfish

This 1988 NorthCoast 24 Express Sportfish is powered by twin Cummins 4B-T250A diesel engines installed in 2002, each producing 250 horsepower and running under 1,000 hours. The boat cruises comfortably at 25 knots and reaches a top speed of 32 knots. Its 54-degree entry deadrise tapering to 23 degrees at the transom delivers a smooth ride through rough water while maintaining efficient fuel consumption—a typical 69-mile offshore trip burns approximately 75 gallons.

The cabin includes a V-berth forward with an overhead hatch, lockable door, and full helm enclosure. The layout accommodates day-boating and overnight trips, with helm and companion seating, an aft bench, and tower seating. A cabin heater draws warmth from the starboard engine's heat exchanger for winter fishing comfort.

Equipment reflects serious fishing capability: a tuna tower with controls and electronics, Lee 18-foot outriggers, and eighteen rocket launchers for rigging. Navigation and fish-finding electronics include dual Furuno Navnet chart plotters and fish finders at helm and tower stations, Furuno radar at the lower station, Simrad autopilot, and dual Standard Horizon VHFs plus ICOM. A removable 32-gallon live bait well, fish box, seven rod holders in the gunnels, and raw water washdown complete the fishing package. Bennett trim tabs and an electric flush head round out the working systems.

In 2002, the boat underwent extensive renovation including new fuel tank, fiberglass exhaust system, fresh Nibral propellers, stainless steel fuel lines, oil pump-out system, and engine block heaters. Lift-kept for much of her life, the boat remains in very good condition.