1966 Hatteras 28 Sportfish

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'66 28 Sportfish, I think one of 25? Project, Hull has been stripped to the original gelcoat and re-gelcoated, yes gel coated not paint. from the top to the keel. No bottom paint. No blisters, replacement Slane windows and frames, glass full tank removed and 2 aluminum with diesel ports ready to install. Engines are Indmar 350 vortex bored .30 over balanced. Stainless Marine manifolds, Fresh water cooled. Bench ran and broken in. New stainless shafts, Struts, couplers, Rudder blocks rebuilt and glassed, The list of new replacement hardware is extensive and is basically everything needed to complete this project. self bailing glass deck. Pulpit and updated bow rail. Exhaust relocated, Engine vents relocated. Flybridge is off at this time. No expense was spared when acquiring the parts to outfit this vessel. It's a shame but I will not be able to complete and it needs to go to someone who has the time and the space to finish it. It's sitting on a 1998 Loadmaster Aluminum triple axle trailer that has never been dunked. I need to get $10k out of it, I have over $60k in it...Those of you that have followed this project over the years know what I put into it. I moved off the water and will no longer be able to see this through and enjoy it. The boat is a very rare and special part of Hatteras history and deserves to be brought back. Ask any questions I will do the best to answer. It is a killer deal for the right person. Charlie

Add, This boat is located in Largo FL, (Central West/Tampa/St Pete)

 

[jim rosenthal]

She's beautiful. If she will sell anywhere, and she ought to, it would be here.

 

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She's beautiful. If she will sell anywhere, and she ought to, it would be here.

Thanks Jim, Wish I could finish, I mean like every Screw hole was ground out, glassed, faired and gel'd. It's basically a fresh build with no holes in it. It's got Foam core stringers, I think it only weigh's 12k, It would really scoot...I'll post some more pics....

 

[Outfitter]

I wouldn't think you will much trouble selling that baby.
That thing looks sweet!

 

[krush]

Is the trailer included in the price?

Post some more pictures! Does it have a lower station, or is it possible to put one (if it would be usable)?

I wonder how'd she scoot with one or two outboards on the back.

 

[Boatsb]

Krush,

I know where there's a pair of 220 up yanmars for a good price.

 

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Is the trailer included in the price?

Post some more pictures! Does it have a lower station, or is it possible to put one (if it would be usable)?

I wonder how'd she scoot with one or two outboards on the back.

Yeah everything i have for the boat goes with the boat. No lower helm, I suppose you could make one but it was never intended to have one. Not this model. I'll put some more up, There are a few on my page they are all of this boat when I was doing the hull.

 

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Krush,

I know where there's a pair of 220 up yanmars for a good price.

When I had the tanks built I made sure they were outfitted for diesel. I removed the Glass tank in the rear and had it remade in Aluminum slightly narrower and fully serviceable, and added a 2nd tank center in front of the engines.

 

[wndsr]

Sent you a PM

 

[wndsr]

If anyone knows how to contact Charlie, I would appreciate letting me know or let him know I am trying to contact him. I sent an email and an instant message here. I am in his area and would like to look at his Hatteras.

 

[wndsr]

Thanks. I was able to get a hold of Charlie

 

[capttonyf]

Is the boat still for sale? Thanks. Tony

 

[wndsr]

Yes. As of last week it was. I stopped and looked at it.

 

[capttonyf]

Yes. As of last week it was. I stopped and looked at it.

How was it? I'm thinking,,,"THINKING" about a quality boat that that I could put Outboards on. I'd like to use it on the 3 Rivers around Pittsburgh, but have the ability to occasionally move it to Lake Erie.

Was think mostly about boats like a Blackfin 290 Express/Salt Shaker, or a Bertram 28 Moppie. Thought this might work.

Tony

 

[Walter P]

Outboards on a Hatteras.....hummm. Now that's a thought. Years ago a retired US Navy Admiral
had a large (at the time) motor yacht built and it had 3 or 4 outboards on brackets. One of the
magazines ran a nice article about it. With today's modern OB power it would probably make sense
if all the other issues worked out. Issues such as weight distribution etc.

Walt

 

[wndsr]

The work that has been completed and the items included to finish her was impressive. However I am looking for one of these models to restore or find a non molested original. I also prefer a cruiser versus a flybridge model. The other issue with this boat is that the interior has been gutted. So nothing to go by for patterns. For someone to continue making it a custom boat and depending on the final selling price, it could be a worthwhile project for someone in my opinion.

 

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Thanks for the report WNDSR, What he said is accurate, The interior is gutted and was when I got the boat. And the amount of work and time that went into the exterior and cockpit/engine rooms is staggering. I'm not sure about the practicality of making this an outboard vessel. It's just not made that way but I guess if there is a will there's a way. I am coming to the end of my storage agreement where it is located and I will need to do something with this in a hurry, Anybody interested please contact me via Email at barefootcustoms@aol.com, or Call/TX me at 727-560-9990 I will make you a hell of a deal.....

 

[Hattman28]

Not sure if your 28 Hatt is still for sale, would be surprised. I have a 1967 28 Hatt cruiser we re-built twice! Been in the family a very long time. Biggest 28 ever built with lots of mods including a custom hardtop. I'll attempt to attach a pic!

 

[SKYCHENEY]

Not sure if your 28 Hatt is still for sale, would be surprised. I have a 1967 28 Hatt cruiser we re-built twice! Been in the family a very long time. Biggest 28 ever built with lots of mods including a custom hardtop. I'll attempt to attach a pic!

WOW!!! I have always thought about rebuilding/refurbishing a 28 Cruiser. In my mind, that is exactly what I imagined it could look like. Great Job!!!

Where is the boat? Any more specs, pics, etc?

Asking price?

 

[Hattman28]

WOW!!! I have always thought about rebuilding/refurbishing a 28 Cruiser. In my mind, that is exactly what I imagined it could look like. Great Job!!!

Where is the boat? Any more specs, pics, etc?

Asking price?

Thanks! She's on Long Island, NY. Not for sale unless you're as crazy as I am! The original build was in a dark blue hull over 20 years ago. This time out we've gone much further, new power and tran, new gen, new electronics, hardtop, new everything. In the final stages now with upholstery. Attach, picture of first build, will have more pics in the future. Spring is here so our season opens up real soon. Of course I'm on her pretty much every day now tweaking away.