1988 Wellcraft 43 Portofino

This 1988 Wellcraft 43 Portofino is a fiberglass express cruiser built with a 14-foot 6-inch beam that provides spacious accommodation. Twin Caterpillar 3208 diesel engines rated at 375 horsepower each deliver economical cruising between 12 and 15 knots, with a maximum speed around 20 knots. The boat's Euro-style sunbridge design combines capable offshore performance with comfortable extended cruising capability.

The single cabin layout includes one head and full galley facilities. Interior updates include replacement upholstery in the cockpit, new countertops in the aft galley and bridge deck area, upgraded mattress in the stateroom, and waterproof deck carpeting throughout. The galley is equipped with an Isotherm refrigerator, Waeco freezer, and Wallas diesel two-burner stove.

Systems and equipment reflect substantial recent investment. The engine room has had fuel tanks cleaned and inspected, holding tank and plumbing upgrades, vacu-flush system, replaced batteries and wiring as of 2020, a high-output alternator, and Pro-Mariner charger. Hurricane Hydronic diesel heating was installed in 2015. A bow thruster with dedicated battery and Pro-Mariner charger is fitted. Navigation systems include a Raymarine 12-inch hybrid touchscreen multifunction display, Simrad autopilot, Raymarine Ray 70 VHF, Polaris VHF, and ICOM M92D handheld radio. Depth sounder capability is provided by Raymarine Hybrid and Hummingbird Wide View units.

Deck equipment includes a custom stainless steel radar arch installed in 2015, full canvas enclosure, replaced rub rails, and Sea Wise stainless electric davit with tender and outboard. New zincs were fitted in September 2025. The hull and deck have been polished and waxed, and a full winter cover is included.