52 Custom Carolina 1998 Boat for Sale

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ASKING PRICE: $495,000 Watch Price

Ocean City,MD, MD

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Last updated Apr 30, 2026

Fish On Boat | 52' Custom Carolina 1998

Fresh Paint topside from rub rail up
Engine's Painted
Engine Room Paint

Fishing Fever, 52-foot Buddy Davis Convertible is a timeless classic in the world of custom sport fishing yachts, renowned for its legendary ride a design hallmark of Buddy Davis hulls that slices through heavy head seas, tracks straight in following seas, and remains remarkably stable when drifting or at rest in rough conditions.

Powered by a pair of Caterpillar 3406 engines (800hp), they propel Fishing Fever to a comfortable cruising speed of 25 knots and a top end of 30 knots. The Caterpillar 3406E are known for their straightforward mechanical reliability, making them a favorite among owners who value serviceability and long-term performance.

Measuring 52 feet the hull constructed of fiberglass with a generous 16-foot beam and a draft of 4 feet 4 inches, while displacing 45,000 pounds (dry). The 52 Davis is a wide, stable platform offering exceptional cockpit space for fishing, with features like a transom door, large baitwell/prep areas, and fighting chair perfect for tournament anglers chasing billfish, tuna, or other big game.

On deck, the flybridge provides commanding visibility with a centerline helm, custom teak pod, single-lever controls, and seating for multiple guests. Below, the interior accommodates **four to six** in two staterooms (including a master with en-suite head and a guest cabin), plus a salon/galley area with rich wood finishes, comfortable seating, and practical amenities for extended cruising.

Denison Yachting is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Bluewater Yacht Sales, LLC - Ocean City.

Denison Yacht Sales offers the details of this yacht in good faith but can’t guarantee the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of this boat for sale. This yacht for sale is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal from that yacht market without notice. She is offered as a convenience by this yacht broker to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a specific yacht for sale.

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Yacht Details: 52' Custom Carolina 1998
Location: Ocean City,MD, MD
Engines: Caterpillar
Last Updated: Apr 30, 2026
Asking Price: $495,000
Maximum Speed: 33 kn
Max Draft: 8' 0''

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Specifications

Cruising Speed: 26 kn
Maximum Speed: 33 kn
Beam: 16' 0''
Hull Material: Fiberglass
Max Draft: 8' 0''
Fuel Tank: 1 x 800|gallon
Fresh Water: 1 x 150|gallon
Holding: 1 x 50|gallon
Cabins: 1
Heads: 2

Eletronics

2 x Garmin GPSMAP 1242xsv 1x Garmin 7610xsv 1x Garmin GXM54 1x Garmin 6w 64 mile HD Radar 1x Garmin GHC 20 Auto-Pilot ICOM IC-M506 VHF Standard Horizon Explorer VHF Infinity AM/FM Bluetooth Radio StarLink 2 Engine Room Cameras

Engines

CATERPILLAR 3406 E
Starboard engine 2021
6 cylinders kits Head Engine Mounts 6 Injectors