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53 Hatteras 1978 Boat for Sale

Knock On Wood

ASKING PRICE: $159,000 Watch Price

San Carlos, Mexico

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Knock On Wood Boat | 53' Hatteras 1978

The Hatteras 53 Convertible is widely regarded as one of the finest classic sportfishing yachts ever built, and this well-maintained example represents an exceptional opportunity to own a true offshore legend. Owned by the same experienced yachtsman since 2007 and professionally captain maintained throughout her life in Mexico, she has been lightly cruised and only occasionally fished. Powered by twin Detroit Diesel 12V71 engines professionally rebuilt in Puerto Vallarta in 2007 with fewer than 800 hours since major overhaul, plus a freshly rebuilt starboard engine completed in June 2026, she offers the reliability and peace of mind rarely found in a vessel of this vintage.



Denison Yachting is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by United Yacht Sales. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a particular vessel

Denison Yacht Sales offers the details of this yacht in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of this boat for sale. A yacht buyer should instruct his yacht broker, or his boat surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This yacht for sale is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice. This boat may be listed with another yacht broker.

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Knock On Wood HIGHLIGHTS

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Specifications
  • Beam: 16' 0''
  • Hull Material: Fiberglass
  • Max Draft: 4' 0''
  • Cabins: 2
  • Heads: 2
Aft Cockpit

The large cockpit features everything a serious angler seeks in a proper sports fishing vessel:

  • Portside freezer
  • Midships and to starboard - Bait tank, sink, storage for fishing lures
  • 12 rod holders
  • Fighting chair
  • Ladder up to Flybridge
  • Generous room for movement throughout the cockpit
  • Transom door to starboard leads to
  • FRP swim platform


Salon

This sports fishing classic has the expansive main salon that is emblematic of the era. Large comfortable couches on either side. Beautiful teak work and joinery, large windows on either side allow for a bright and comfortable interior.


Forward is a large storage cabinet which houses the hidden main electrical breaker panel. Other drawers and shelves provide ample storage.Down the companionway steps to the dinette, galley and living quarters.Carpet renewed in 2025.

Galley

Down 4 carpeted steps to the comfortable convertible dinette to starboard. Full galley continuing forward:

  • Refrigerator / Freezer: Amana
  • 3-burner stove / oven (electric): Princess
  • Microwave oven
  • SS sink
  • Generous work areas and storage throughout


Accommodations

Full forward is second stateroom: Up-down twin bunks on the portside. Directly opposite to starboard is a generous storage area with drawers. En suite head with sink, shower and vacuflush head.


Midships is the master /owner's cabin. Twin beds separated by a storage bureau. Hanging locker and generous storage. En suite head features a separate shower, sink and vacuflush head.


Engine And Mechanical

Engines: Twin Detroit 12V71 Diesel Engines

<800 hours SMOH

  • Marine Fuel filters
  • Mechanical pumps
  • Fresh & raw water cooling
  • Fuel shut-offs
  • Engine controls & instruments - at flybridge helm
  • Access: through main salon floor or small doorway behind companionway

Mechanical Equipment

  • Air Conditioners: Cruise-Air
  • Propellers: 2 x 4-blade
  • SS propeller shafts
  • Cutlass bearings and dripless stuffing
  • Generator: Onan 15 kw, 2410 engine hours


Electrical System
  • AC shore power: 120v / 50 amp
  • 32v DC
  • Batteries: (2) x 12v 8D; (2) x 8v
  • Generator battery: (1)12v
  • Electronics battery: (1) 12v
  • Lighting: all LED


Flybridge Helm

Access the flybridge from the ladder in the aft cockpit.

The flybridge provides commanding visibility underway with ample seating for captain and guests. The helm is thoughtfully arranged, offering excellent sightlines for both fishing and cruising.


Electronics & Helm
  • VHF Radio: Icom M602
  • Chart Plotter /GPS/ Depth: Furuno NavNet C-Map
  • Radar: Furuno
  • Autopilot: Simrad AP20
  • Compass: Ritchie
  • Ships Clock & Barometer
  • TV/DVD: Samsung flat-screen, Magnavox DVD player (main salon)


Fishing Equipment

Aft cockpit is rigged for the serious fisherman:

  • Freezer
  • Bait tank
  • Generous, integrated storage for lures and tackle
  • Sink
  • Fighting chair
  • Rod holders (12)
  • Fishing rod storage (inside main salon)


Exclusions

Tender (Boston Whaler and Mercury outboard) not included in the sale.

Mechanical Disclaimer

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.

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