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dharma is a 1978 Hatteras 53 Yacht Fisherman with a functional original factory cockpit. She is hull number 318 of one of the most sought after 53 Motor Yacht models by Hatteras Yachts. One noted fact about this boat is she is very much in its original condition and not drastically altered, modified, or modernized by any of the previous owners. The current knowledgeable owner has kept that in mind but enjoyed the boat for local use in Florida with his family and friends.
All Detroit Diesel engine services are done by an experienced Detroit Diesel mechanic who has 35 plus years of Detroit Diesel experience. Engine Oil and Filter change was just completed in February 2024. Maintenance and repair records, all new parts installations, etc. for the past three years are documented and available upon request by potential buyers. An Insurance Survey report (September 2023) is also available.
In August 2023 the boat was hauled out for running gear repairs to replace cutlass bearings, rudder shaft seals and bearings, replace all zincs and apply Petit Prop Coat on running gear. Mechanically, engines are in good running condition. At some point in the past, engines were overhauled but the current seller does not have any records. The original Onan 15 Kw generator is not working.
For Classic Yacht Enthusiast the boat is ideal for a restoration project. Also, the desirable 3-stateroom/3-head layout is ideal for anyone looking for a Home Away from Home to get away from the cold in the winter months. The current knowledgeable Hatteras owner has enjoyed her with his family and now ready to part with her.
Boarding the boat from either side is a breeze. Functional all fiberglass cockpit offers easy access to the swim platform through the transom gate. Fishing, swimming, scuba diving, line handling and dinghy handling is so much easier. Traditionally a feature of sport fishing boats, motor yacht owners have discovered this versatile feature offers extra convenience and enjoyment. The swimming platform has Weaver Snap Davits for inflatable dinghy mount to swim platform. The out-board engine mount is to the port side of the cockpit. Fold-down ladder makes it easier to get in and out of the water. Underneath the cockpit floor is an extra 240-gallon fuel tank that was installed at the factory, a feature of the Yacht Fisherman for fishing enthusiast. A GFI electrical outlet is on the port side and a wash down spigot is on the starboard side.
An open Aft Deck with an overhang is nice and cozy for an evening to enjoy drinks or just relax and watch the sunset. Entry from the salon is through the double doors, two wing doors on each side give access to the side decks, access to the cockpit is with a varnished staircase. Underneath the ladder to the fly bridge is a storage unit with drawers.
The salon is very much a classic Hatteras with lots of wood, side curtains, natural light flowing from 360-degree large windows and has two side doors to the side decks for line handling or to access the bow or aft deck. On the port side aft is an icemaker, wet bar with sink, glass storage for entertainment. White leather couch on the starboard side and an accent chair and a tv cabinet on the port side. There is a 1500-watt inverter. Hi-low Cocktail/Dinning table can be move to the aft deck for aft deck dinning. 12-V Valance lights for nighttime entertainment. Original speakers are connected to an AM/FM stereo/CD player with Bluetooth.
Very original, Garmin GPSmap 498 GPS/Chart plotter and Ritchie Lighted original Compass. 2 Todd Helm Chairs with Center Helm, Bench seat forward of the helm, Ritchie Compass, AM/FM Stereo, Garmin GPSmap 4210, Overhead Electronic Box, Bimini Top, Ample Storage.
Entry is from the salon by a circular staircase on the starboard side. The spacious galley has been updated with new appliances. 4-person dinette has storage under the seat cushions. Speakers are connected to salon AM/FM Stereo.
Upper and lower berths, Hanging locker and Storage Drawers, Frigidaire Washer and Dryer, Enclosed head with vanity and stall shower, Skylight, Anchor Locker storage.
Amidship on the port side with double berth, Hanging locker, Storage drawers, Nightstand, Head with vanity and stall shower, Speakers are connected to the salon AM/FM Stereo.
Aft with opening window to the cockpit, and opening port lights to the port side with curtains. Queen size island bed with nightstands and reading lights. Ample Storage drawers, Hanging locker, Separate Samsung sound bar with subwoofer for Bluetooth connectivity, Master head with vanity and stall shower, Original speakers are connected to the salon AM/FM stereo.
Stainless steel bow rail, Bow pulpit with roller, Galley Maid Windlass with foot controls, Plow anchor with chain rode, Four SS Fender racks (8 fenders), Two Deck boxes, Two Marquip Aluminum boarding stairs, Two spare bronze 4-blade propellers are stored in the generator compartment.