Late 80s cockpit version of 54’ motoryacht??

[ChadKuch]

Late 80s cockpit version of 54’ motoryacht??

There was a cockpit motoryacht for sale on the East coast a couple years ago that was basically a cockpit version of a 54’ motoryacht. I really liked the look of the boat and have never seen one since. I have searched online for information on that model and have not come up with much. I thought I remember it being listed as a 59’ cockpit motoryacht but I can’t find anything resembling it. If anyone has a better idea on what exactly the cockpit version of the 54’ was I sure would appreciate the info. Just thought it was a great size and always love the utility of a cockpit. Thanks.

 

[Captain Ralph]

Re: Late 80s cockpit version of 54’ motoryacht??

Hatteras of Liquordale was famous for purchasing up new Hatts and modifying them with a cockpit and altered bridge deck lay outs. re-selling a larger and supposed more fancy, Hatteras.

It is possible you were looking at one of those bastards.

I'm assisting on an original 65 MY that now is a 74 CPMY by HOL.
What a mess.

 

[Freestyle]

Re: Late 80s cockpit version of 54’ motoryacht??

I own a 1986 54MY with 8 foot cockpit extension added by St Augustine Boat Works in the mid 1990;s.

I had a 43MY and wanted a 53 or 58 YF for the cockpit. Cockpit makes swimming, diving, and tender ops much easier than the MY configuration.

When the 63 and 67 CPMYs came out, they cost about $1m more than the 54MY so the $250k addition of the cockpit made financial sense.

The advantage of my boat over the factory CPMY's is the 7 foot depth of the cockpit for storage. I have 500 gals of fuel, water maker, dive gear, 2 deep freezes, a kayak and jet ski storage in the garage.

My rudders and shafts are in the same place as the 54MY. I have never driven the true CPMYs but have run a 53 Hatteras and my boat handles much like the 53'.

I love the boat, owned it for 12 years and am making capex with another 10 years of ownership planned.

If you find another like this, give it serious consideration.

Bruce

Freestyle
1986 62 CPMY (54MY with ext)
Tampa

 

[ChadKuch]

Re: Late 80s cockpit version of 54’ motoryacht??

Ok interesting, I’ve heard of some of the boats having cockpits added, I didn’t realize it was done so commonly or carelessly. I definitely would think good to avoid an outside the factory structural change boat. This one looked like a factory set up? But I don’t really know. I have a pic of the boat I am referring to somewhere from the posting I saved I will try to find it and attach it to the thread so someone can hopefully identify if it was a Hatteras model or aftermarket addition cockpit. Thanks for info.

 

[ChadKuch]

Re: Late 80s cockpit version of 54’ motoryacht??

Hi Bruce, saw your reply after responding to first response. Interesting. Do you have any pics?

 

[oldawg]

Re: Late 80s cockpit version of 54’ motoryacht??

I own a 1986 54MY with 8 foot cockpit extension added by St Augustine Boat Works in the mid 1990;s.

I had a 43MY and wanted a 53 or 58 YF for the cockpit. Cockpit makes swimming, diving, and tender ops much easier than the MY configuration.

When the 63 and 67 CPMYs came out, they cost about $1m more than the 54MY so the $250k addition of the cockpit made financial sense.

The advantage of my boat over the factory CPMY's is the 7 foot depth of the cockpit for storage. I have 500 gals of fuel, water maker, dive gear, 2 deep freezes, a kayak and jet ski storage in the garage.

My rudders and shafts are in the same place as the 54MY. I have never driven the true CPMYs but have run a 53 Hatteras and my boat handles much like the 53'.

I love the boat, owned it for 12 years and am making capex with another 10 years of ownership planned.

If you find another like this, give it serious consideration.

Bruce

Freestyle
1986 62 CPMY (54MY with ext)
Tampa

I looked at a 54 + 8 around 2010 as a replacement for my 58yf. IMO a very nice compromise. My favorite is the 67CPMY but it was too much money and too much boat. 54 has the newer look , more beam than the 58 and less draft. Felt like a much bigger boat.

 

[SKYCHENEY]

Re: Late 80s cockpit version of 54’ motoryacht??

Look here for factory model list

https://www.samsmarine.com/brochures/

 

[ChadKuch]

Re: Late 80s cockpit version of 54’ motoryacht??

Yes I like the little more beam on the 54’, and like the lines as well, the one I saw I thought the cockpit looked very appropriate and proportionate on that boat, and I also though a good size without being too much boat. A good balance, that’s why it really peaked my interest. Thanks Sky for the model list. After looking at that I am thinking it was most likely and aftermarket add on. I found a couple pics of the boat I will try to post them and maybe somebody can give me more specifics on it. Thanks.

 

[ChadKuch]

Re: Late 80s cockpit version of 54’ motoryacht??

Here is a pic of the boat that looked like a 54’ with a cockpit.

 

[ChadKuch]

Re: Late 80s cockpit version of 54’ motoryacht??

Here is another pic of the boat. Just hoping someone can shed some light on specific model, or if a custom added cockpit for sure? Thanks.

 

[ChadKuch]

Re: Late 80s cockpit version of 54’ motoryacht??

My son found the old listing for me that said it was a 1987 61’ cockpit motoryacht? Custom added cockpit?

 

[Timeless72]

Re: Late 80s cockpit version of 54’ motoryacht??

Here is another pic of the boat. Just hoping someone can shed some light on specific model, or if a custom added cockpit for sure? Thanks.

Man, why didn't they do it this way at the factory? Well rounded with the cockpit.

 

[Freestyle]

Re: Late 80s cockpit version of 54’ motoryacht??

Hi Bruce, saw your reply after responding to first response. Interesting. Do you have any pics?

Pictures of Freestyle. 1986 Hatteras 54 MY with 8 foot extension by St Augustine Boat Works circa 1990s.

Bruce

Freestyle
1986 62 CPMY
Tampa

 

[motoryacht lover]

Re: Late 80s cockpit version of 54’ motoryacht??

Bruce, your boat is gorgeous. Is getting the dinghy up and down a pain or not too bad?

 

[ChadKuch]

Re: Late 80s cockpit version of 54’ motoryacht??

Beautiful boat Bruce! The proportions on this size are perfect. Thanks for the pics. Awesome.

 

[Freestyle]

Re: Late 80s cockpit version of 54’ motoryacht??

Bruce, your boat is gorgeous. Is getting the dinghy up and down a pain or not too bad?

I single man the dinghy launch and recovery all the time. I replaced the cable five years ago with a longer one so that I can lower it and tie it to the swim platform before removing the harness. I also lengthened the cord on the controller so I can operate the crane from water level to flybridge.

A friend from the forum helped me take delivery 11 years ago. Boat was in Fort Lauderdale and I was working so he took my checkbook and readied the boat. Best thing he bought was a first class cradle for the tender. I have made some stupid mistakes with weather but have never worried about the tender staying in its place. I know if it ever got loose and was banging around I am dumb enough in the moment to risk bodily harm to avoid property damage. It's a bad trade risk eliminated by money.

Bruce

Freestyle
1986 62 CPMY
Tampa

 

[Freestyle]

Re: Late 80s cockpit version of 54’ motoryacht??

I single man the dinghy launch and recovery all the time. I replaced the cable five years ago with a longer one so that I can lower it and tie it to the swim platform before removing the harness. I also lengthened the cord on the controller so I can operate the crane from water level to flybridge.

A friend from the forum helped me take delivery 11 years ago. Boat was in Fort Lauderdale and I was working so he took my checkbook and readied the boat. Best thing he bought was a first class cradle for the tender. I have made some stupid mistakes with weather but have never worried about the tender staying in its place. I know if it ever got loose and was banging around I am dumb enough in the moment to risk bodily harm to avoid property damage. It's a bad trade risk eliminated by money.

Bruce

Freestyle
1986 62 CPMY
Tampa

I may have missed the point of the question.

The crane on my boat was moved to the aft port side when they added the extension. The crane on the 54 MY was originally forward and starboard.

Hope this is responsive.

Bruce
Freestyle
1986 62 CPMY (54MY with ext)
Tampa

 

[ChadKuch]

Re: Late 80s cockpit version of 54’ motoryacht??

Any interior modifications to your boat Bruce? Or pretty much same layout of traditional 54? And do you have any pics of interior you can share?

 

[motoryacht lover]

Re: Late 80s cockpit version of 54’ motoryacht??

I may have missed the point of the question.

The crane on my boat was moved to the aft port side when they added the extension. The crane on the 54 MY was originally forward and starboard.

Hope this is responsive.

Bruce
Freestyle
1986 62 CPMY (54MY with ext)
Tampa

You answered the question thanks

 

[Freestyle]

Re: Late 80s cockpit version of 54’ motoryacht??

Any interior modifications to your boat Bruce? Or pretty much same layout of traditional 54? And do you have any pics of interior you can share?

My wife refit the interior in 2020 and I don't have any interior pictures other than ones with smiley happy people in them.

Interior layout is original other than TV cabinet to port that elevates the screen.

I also created two singles in the aft stateroom out of the love seat to port and dresser top to starboard. These are temporary but allow us to bring 7 dudes fishing and everyone gets a rack.

Bruce

Freestyle
1986 62 CPMY (54MY with ext)
Tampa