1981 55' Hatteras Yachts Convertible SF

IntroductionSENTIENT is a fine 55 Hatteras that will be a pleasure to own and operate. Powered with dependable low hour 12V71 TI Detroits with Twin disk transmissions she will cruise effortlessly at 19-20 knots. Two 20KW Onan generators provide plenty of power while on extended trips for all on board. She has the preferred Galley up layout with large windows surrounding this area that offers a very open feeling while aboard. Her interior is bright with rich woods that complement the dcor and Corian galley tops. Three nice staterooms each with their own head and shower are to accommodate guest and crew. She also is free of odors and foul smells found on many yachts. Boasting a 158 Square foot cockpit with control station she is ready to take on any big game fish or just cruise. The fly bridge is huge and has great L-shape seating forward of the helm and a port side lounge seat. At the helm are two helm seats. A well laid out helm over the helm is the electronic box. "See features for...
Introduction
SENTIENT is a fine 55 Hatteras that will be a pleasure to own and operate. Powered with dependable low hour 12V71 TI Detroits with Twin disk transmissions she will cruise effortlessly at 19-20 knots. Two 20KW Onan generators provide plenty of power while on extended trips for all on board. She has the preferred Galley up layout with large windows surrounding this area that offers a very open feeling while aboard. Her interior is bright with rich woods that complement the dcor and Corian galley tops. Three nice staterooms each with their own head and shower are to accommodate guest and crew. She also is free of odors and foul smells found on many yachts. Boasting a 158 Square foot cockpit with control station she is ready to take on any big game fish or just cruise. The fly bridge is huge and has great L-shape seating forward of the helm and a port side lounge seat. At the helm are two helm seats. A well laid out helm over the helm is the electronic box. "See features for electronics." The half tower is in great condition and the Isinglass was just installed. Sentient has been very well maintained by her knowledgeable owner with an open check book and it shows. See Upgrades section She is seriously for sale and a must to see if you are looking for a turnkey time proven performer.
Detailed Vessel Walkthrough
Beginning forward is the first guest/captain stateroom with upper and lower berths to starboard and a private head with shower. Next aft and to port are the washer and dryer. Continuing aft to port is a second guest stateroom with upper lower berths drawer and hanging storage and private head with separate stall shower. To starboard is the master stateroom with centerline queen berth and ample drawer and hanging storage. There is a large master head with separate shower stall. Going aft and up the stairs is the Salon which features a U-shape galley with all the amenities of home to the forward starboard side and a dinette that seats 4 or converts to sleep two to portside. Next aft to port is a work station with chair. Across the salon to the starboard side are a Hi Lo table and an L-shaped sofa which has abundant storage below. The interior fabrics are fresh and in very good condition. Out the door and down is the expansive cockpit. A ladder to starboard leads to the flybridge.
Main Salon
The interior of this classic Hargrave design has all the comforts of home and is in very good condition. Plenty of natural light from the large windows highlights the color scheme throughout. A comfortable L-shaped couch made of faux leather and a table is to starboard. To port is a work station with desk and chair. The galley is also forward and acts as an extension of the salon.Air-conditioning and Heat12V lighting110V lightingElectrical panelsEntertainmentStereo Pioneer - DEH-P4350Amplifier Pioneer - GM-6200F12 CD disc changer - Pioneer - CDX-P1280Speaker control system Russound - Pro-8Television Westinghouse - LTV-19W6BrokSonic - CTSGT8118TDigital/analog TV converter - Digital stream - DTX9900
Galley and Dinette
The galley is found forward of the salon to starboard and is truly an extension of this space as each room is visible from the other. To port is a dinette that seats four. This area is an ideal spot to eat the day's catch or plan the next days excursion. Corian counters simplify food preparation and complement the warm teak cabinets found throughout. Professional style appliances include a full-sized Frigidaire refrigerator and freezer. A Scotsman DCE33 icemaker Panasonic microwave/convection oven and a4 burner flat stove top. A double stainless steel sink acts as a helpful tool for chefs along with a 20-gallon 120V AC hot water system.Hot and cold pressure waterPlenty of storage12V lighting
Master Stateroom and Head
Forward and down a short flight of stairs directly to starboard is the master stateroom. This is the largest stateroom featuring a centerline queen berth hanging closets and an en suite head. Storage is also found in drawers beneath the bed and sliding cabinets on the starboard panel. Forward to port are drawers and a small hallway is lined with hanging closets leading to the en suite head. This head is spacious and has a vanity. Frosted glass door opens to the full shower. Other features include an A/C reverse cycle unit with temperature controls and a 13" television for entertainment. This stateroom has an opening hatch and is nicely appointed and extremely welcoming.
Guest Stateroom and Head
Across from the master stateroom is the first guest stateroom featuring over/under bunks. The thoughtful design of this room takes advantage of every nook and cranny with such features as storage drawers built into the base of the lower bunk. There is also a small nightstand next to the beds and a chest of drawers forward. One of the most notable features about this boat is that each stateroom has its own private head. A small hallway leads to the en suite head which can also be accessed from the main foyer for use as a day head. A small vanity sink mirrored medicine cabinets full shower and toilet make this head very usable. Your guests will be very comfortable in this space.
Forward Stateroom and Head
Some owners have used the forward stateroom for guest or as a captains quarter. This room also features over/under bunks storage drawers and an en suite head. Each stateroom also features an overhead hatch both for effect and practical reasons. The en suite head is highly usable with a hand held shower vanity with sink and toilet. Entering this space to port is a stackable laundry center kept concealed behind teak doors. Whether used for guests or crew this stateroom is a wonderful attribute to this boat.Whirlpool front loading washerWhirlpool 240 V front loading dryer
Cockpit Deck and Hull
The expansive cockpit was truly designed for the serious angler. Facing aft and centered is a fighting chair with a footrest. The chair has a removable back and the additional rocket launcher piece can be added. Forward a tackle center provides plenty of storage and a bait freezer keeps your stock fresh. Aft is a custom fish box with Tuna tubes. Other fishing gear includes twelve flush mount fishing rod holders and a salt water wash down. A steering station and cockpit controls add yet another convenience when fishing at sea. A ladder to starboard provides access to the fly bridge while a door to port leads into the main deck salon. The wide side decks are also accessed from here that lead to the bow where the tender is stored.Dinghy - Triumph 12ft ~ ~ Engine - Suzuki 15hp MotorDown riggers (2) Cannon - Uni-troll 10Vertical Windlass Galleymaid - 32 voltDavit w/controlsMurray Fighting Chair w/rocket launcher ladder back foot rest cushionsTriple spreader OutriggersLines and fenders50 AMP Power cableElectrical connectorsFresh water hook upSalt water wash downEngine room access2008 Awlgrip paint
Flybridge Helm and Electronics
Up the starboard ladder from the cockpit you are on the Bridge deck. This area is the center of command and provides 360-degree views. The fly bridge is shaded and protected with a soft top and three sided enclosure. Extending from the fly bridge aft is a white canvas cover providing shade over the cockpit. The helm station is comprised of professional equipment; and two helm chairs both with footrests. Forward a seating area is defined by port and starboard cushioned benches for relaxing.Full engine instrumentationMorse controlsCompassGlendenning Engine SynchronizerACR EPIRBRemote spotlightHelm coverChair coversRadar Furuno - 1932GPS Furuno - 1650DFVHF ICOM - IC-M422Depth SounderData Marine - 3000Fish Finder Furuno - LS 4100 (cockpit)Hummingbird (dinghy)Speed Log - Data Marine - 3200Auto Pilot Robertson - AP300DLX
Electrical
12 volt 32 volt (DC) systems220 volt (AC) system8 x DC batteries [removed phone] volt and 32 volt constavoltsBattery chargerDockside electrical cablesBattery parallel switchDC/AC InverterTripp-Lite - PV500FC (salon)2 X 20KW Kohler generatorsStarboard Generator Kohler 7880 complete service record available upon requestPort Generator Kohler Model - 20ROP63 - Ser# - [removed phone] complete service records available upon request
Engine Details & Mechanical Equipment
The engine room is clean and well organized. All service for engines and machinery is up to date. Please note engine maintenance records listed below.2 X Detroit Diesel 12V71TI FWC EnginesFull instrumentation Fly Bridge and engine room (mechanical)Emergency engine shut downsFuel shut downsRacor fuel filtersGlendenning Engine SynchronizerAutomatic bilge pumpsBilge blowersCO2 system main engine room8 fire extinguishers5 Air conditioners 4 self contained all with digital controls (see upgrades)Starboard Engine (Maintenance logs available)Starboard Main - DetroitModel - LB7510 - Ser# - 12VA71743Port Engine (Maintenance logs available)Port Main Detroit - Model: - [removed phone] - Ser# - 12VA70703
Upgrades Since [removed phone]/20/2003 Replaced GPS with Furuno 1650DF 10/20/2003 Rebuilt davit motor 4/22/2004 Bottom paint Micron CSC and zincs (Cable Marine Ft. Lauderdale) 8/20/2004 Replaced starboard outboard trim cylinder. Replaced all trim hoses. 5/1/2005 Awlgrip topsides (oyster) 9/20/2005 Replaced starboard inboard trim cylinder 1/12/2006 Replace A/C circulating pump /9/2006 Bottom paint Micron CSC and zincs (Cracker Boys Ft. Pierce) Installed 1560DF transponder. 56/10/2006 Replaced microwave 8/13/2006 Repaired anchor windlass. New pads and misc parts. 12/11/2007 Replaced inside veneer solon door outside trim and repainted w/Awlgrip oyster 4/1/2008 Awlgrip hull (below rub rail) and salon (below bridge) non-skid foredeck gunwales and cockpit 4/15/2008 Master head. Replaced stators. Re-plumb for fresh or salt water flush. 5/2/20008 Haul out. New zincs bottom paint. Micron Ultra. Replaced fwd transponder (Furuno) Patched blisters port side behind shaft log. Bondo w/shredded glass used inside log gorilla hair outside log. Check next haul to see which works best (3 or 4 didn't have sufficient dry time) 5/8/2008 Rebuild kit for A/C circulating pump Oberdorfer kit# 10720 impeller and seals. Plugged pin hole leak in pump housing w/ Marinetex 8/15/2008 Sat phone antenna and transceiver received back from KVH after repair. Working now but falls off satellite after each call. 5 minutes to re-acquire satellite prior to next call. 2/1/2009 Re-upholstered solon coach and dinette seats 9/26/2008 Replaces salon starboard A/C evaporator blower 3/15/2009 Replaced master stateroom A/C with new self contained A/C from Ocean Breeze Stuart Fl 5/1/2009 Replaced port stateroom A/Cs with new self contained units from Ocean Breeze Stuart Fl 5/14/2009 Engine room CO2 inspected by Cintas (Devin [removed phone]/15/2009 Haul out. New zincs Bottom painted w/Trinidad. Replaced props with reconditioned spares (now 31X31 cupped). Prop speed on all running gear rudders and props. New clamps in trim tab hoses. Insurance survey. 6/5/2009 Repaired salon A/C compressor electrical 7/1/2009 Modified center condensate bilge float control to serve as high-on low-off control. Added extra high level float switch and latching relay control box to avoid frequent short bursts of pump operation. Center bilge now on at high water and stays on until low water. 6/22/2009 Rep[laced port stateroom A/C with self contained unit w/elect heat and digital controls 8/1/2009 Replace cockpit bimini. Weblon Coastline Plus (awning grade) 9/18/2009 Cockpit awning replaced 10/26/2009 Cockpit rear awning added 11/9/2009 Helm chair cushions recovered 11/26/2009 Long standing intermittent problem with AC pump traced to two problems. 1st problem - A/C pump replacement back in 1/2006 had thermal cut out protection that original pump did not have and was set too low. World Wide Electric suggested going to 1/2 HP motor but it had same problem. Rewired to bypass cut out. 2nd problem - PR8X pump relay had bad 230v trigger (intermittent) replaced. Kept old 1/3 HP pump as spare. Also rewired spare to bypass thermal cut out. Replaced pump head. 11/26/2009 Replaced port bilge float switch. 12/18/2009 Helm bench cushions recovered. 2/15/2010 Removed unused wiring 4/1/2010 Replace shower sump float switch 5/1/2010 Haul out - Sandblasted hull. Repair blisters Interprotect2000E/Trinidad SR/Prop Speed. Props tuned at Stuart Propeller 31X31C 5/7/2010 Replace galley refrigerator and icemaker 6/7/2010 Replaced bridge tower canvas. Removed KVH Sat phone. Inop and not serviceable. 8/18/2010 Replaced bridge enclosure canvas/glass 11/1/2010 A/C pump replaced with spare. Rear plate drilled to prevent heat build up after shutdown 1/13/2011 Engine room CO2 bottle removed/serviced by Preventive Fire/Safety Lake Park Fl. [removed phone]/1/2011 Replaced all head faucets 3/2/2011 Replaced bow A/C with self contained w/elect heat and digital control 4/1/2011 **Haul out. Micron 66 bottom Prop Speed on running gear. Replaced A/C raw water seacock. **Replaced master stateroom A/C controls with digital thermostat from Ocean Breeze. **EPIRB serviced/tested (battery replaced)
Spare Parts
GensetInjector PumpMisc raw water pump partsPartial gasket kitInjectorsHeat Exchanger end capsMainsAlternator belt (2)Raw Water impellerAuto PilotMother boardPower supply boardControl head cableOthercutlass bearing31 x 32C propsport lightmisc light bulbs fuses etc.Jabsco macerator pump and spare motorOberdorfer impeller kitStators for Galleymaid head (in/out)
Broker's Comments
SENTIENT is truly a fine vessel that has been very well cared for and is a must to see if you are in the market for a nice 55 Hatteras Convertible. I have run this boat and have never heard such a fine sounding pair of 12V71TIs. She performed flawlessly and to my knowledge all systems are operative and in good order. She is seriously for sale so do not miss this opportunity to own such a fine yacht.
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Category: Powerboats
Water Capacity: 380 gal
Type: Sport Fish./Conv./Flybr.
Holding Tank Details:
Manufacturer: Hatteras Yachts
Holding Tank Size: 320 gal
Model: Convertible SF
Passengers: 0
Year: 1981
Sleeps: 0
Length/LOA: 55' 0"
Hull Designer:
Price: $239,800 / €184,277
Engine Manufacturer: GM diesel
Condition: Unavailable
Engine Model: 12V71TI
Category: Powerboats
Water Capacity: 380 gal
Type: Sport Fish./Conv./Flybr.
Holding Tank Details:
Manufacturer: Hatteras Yachts
Holding Tank Size: 320 gal
Model: Convertible SF
Passengers: 0
Year: 1981
Sleeps: 0
Length/LOA: 55' 0"
Hull Designer:
Price: $239,800 / €184,277
Engine Manufacturer: GM diesel
Condition: Unavailable
Engine Model: 12V71TI
Boat's Name: Sentient
Engine Type: Other
Stock Number:
Number of Engines: 2
Location: Stuart, FL 34994
United States
Engine Drive: Other
Beam: 17' 6"
Horsepower: 650 hp
Draft: 4' 10"
Engine Year: 1981
LWL:
Engine Volume:
Displacement: 31.75 t
Engine Hours: 475
Ballast:
Fuel Type: Diesel
HIN:
Fuel Capacity: 1285 gal
Hull Material: Fiberglass/Composite
Propeller Type: Other
Number of Hulls: 1
Keel Type:
Propeller Material:
Sail Area:
Cruise Speed: 20 knots / 23.02 mph / 37.04 kph
Boat Ad Last Revised: [removed phone]:39:30
Max Speed: 23 knots / 26.47 mph / 42.6 kph