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1997 Ocean 48 Convertible — photo 1
$165K

1997 Ocean 48 Convertible

Saltwater Fishing·
Hampton, Virginia
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$165K
USD · Asking Price
48 ft
Length
1997
Year
Saltwater Fishing
Type
Hampton, Virginia
Location

About This Vessel

This 1997 Ocean 48 Convertible, measures 48 ft, and is located in Hampton, Virginia, powered by 2x Detroit Diesel twin 6v92 DDEC 625.00HP.

This 1997 48' Ocean Yachts Super Sport is in Turn-Key fishing condition. The 48 has an unusually wide 16' beam and is an effortless cruiser with it's sea-kindly hull and comfortable 25 knot cruising speed. Inside, the plush decor is very impressive. This particular boat has the Optional Queen Berth in the Forward Stateroom This layout is preferred by many buyers.Powered by twin 6v92 DDEC Detroit Diesel Engines with 1515 original hrsShe starts clean and cruises strong at 25 kts, 30 kt top speed.New 3 sided EZ2CY helm enclosureUpdated Garmin and Simrad Electronics, with Autopilot.The spacious three stateroom, 2 full head and shower floorplan is comparable to one that would be found on a larger yacht. Master Stateroom has a Queen Bed with a private head and showerForward Queen Stateroom with Private access into the Guest head and showerGuest bunkroom The bridge is well equipped with electronics and is equipped with Rupp OutriggersThis 48' Ocean was purchased new on Lake Michigan and exclusively used in the Great Lakes until 2014 when brought to the upper Chesapeake Bay, moving to the Lower Chesapeake Bay in 2021, where she has been "family-fished". Easy to see, Whaler is now located at Bluewater Yacht Sales in Hampton, VA.   It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is

the Powerboat Guide says

The 48 Ocean Yacht is a Late-Model Convertible that offered impressive luxury and performance, at an attractive price. Upscale 3 stateroom, 3 head interior layout features a spacious salon/galley/dinette area with a built in Entertainment Center and Wet bar. Large cockpit came with a built-in Bait and tackle storage center, bait freezer, cockpit control station, in-deck fish box and Cockpit Engine Room access. Large Flying Bridge with two helm chairs and Ample Passenger seating.

Vessel Walkthrough

TRANSOM/ COCKPITFull beam swim platform with pull out Swim LadderStbd side transom door and gateTeak CoverboardsLED cockpit lightingOverhang lightingIn-deck fishboxHorizontal storage beneath both gunwalesNon-skid cockpit flooringStbd side cockpit engine controls50 amp shore power connection, with Electric CablemasterFighting Chair with Removable FootrestFresh water bait prep sinkFresh water fillBait Cooler (Freezer plates inop)Fresh water washdownRaw water washdown(4) JL Audio cockpit speakers(6) Flush mounted cockpit rod holdersTackle Storage drawersCenter line engine room accessLadder up to the Flying BridgeStbd side Sliding Lockable salon doorTinted Salon WindowsFLYBRIDGE/FISHING EQUIPMENTRupp Black/Gold double spreader outriggers with gold hardwareCollapsible back bars, to lay your outriggers back to get beneath a low bridge(6) gold rocket launchers across the back bar of the Fly Bridge(2) Penn International 30tw Teaser ReelsLED Lightbar (curved) across the back of the Hardtop to light up the cockpit(2) ladder back style Helm Chairs(3) sided EZ2CY/Polycarbonate fly bridge enclosure, new in 2021Overhead Hardtop HatchFlybridge RefrigeratorFlybridge Passenger seat cushions in Very Good ConditionSunbrella Canvas helm/dash coverGarmin GPSmap 741 color GPS/Plotter with digital Depth and Fusion stereo inputs(2) Simrad 12 inch NSSEVO3s color monitors (24 mile Open Array Radar, CHIRP Transducer Fishfinder, GPS/Plotter)Garmin VHF RadioFusion Marine Stereo (AM/FM/Bluetooth/SXM radio)Danforth Constellation high speed Magnetic CompassACR Remote Spotlight controllerDDEC Electronic Controls (with Low Idle and Throttle Sync)Robertson AP300x autopilot(2) fuel tank gaugesAutohelm Tridata, digital depth/water temp/depth gaugeBennett Trim TabsStorage beneath helm console for Binoculars, charts, etcMechanical "back-up" engine controlsSALON/GALLEYStbd side sliding, lockable salon doorSliding screen doorTinted Salon windowsL-Shaped Sofa with storage beneathBrightly Varnished Teak Hi/Low Table with drop leafsSalon Window shadesStbd side AC/DC Breaker panel with Remote Generator ControlsStbd side Wet Bar with fresh water sink (Ice Maker inop)Stbd side Barrell ChairICOM M59 Salon VHF RadioPort side Galley with Corian Countertops(2) Undercounter Refrigerator/FreezersTeak and Holly Galley Floor with storage hatchFresh water tank gaugeSamsung stainless steel Microwave OvenUpper and Lower Galley Storage CabinetsKitchenAid 2 burner electric stoveStbd forward Dinette with Corian Tabletop and L-shaped seatingTCL SmartTVintek DVD PlayerLOWER ACCOMMODATIONS SPACE(2) Zones of Heat/AC(3) Stateroom interior layout, with (2) Heads and ShowersAft Bunk roomCloset with hanging storageWasher/Dryer has been removed (now used for Rod Storage)Port side Master Stateroom, teak cabinetry, closets and drawersIsland Queen Bed, headboard aftMaster Head and Shower with private accessForward VIP Stateroom with Teak CabinetryIsland Queen bed, headboard forward, closets and drawersDirect access from the VIP into the 2nd head and showerENGINE ROOMCenter line Engine Room Access from the cockpitTwin 6v95 DDEC 625 hp Detroit Diesel engines 1515 original engine hoursEngines start Clean and Run Very StrongNew Port engine Turbo installed September 202425 kt cruise and 30 kt top speed turning 2340 rpmEngines have always been Extremely Well Cared ForEngine Room Gauges for Voltage/Oil Pressure/Engine TemperatureTwin Disk Marine TransmissionsRacor Primary Fuel FiltersWesterbeake 10kw Diesel Powered generator, in a Sound ShieldReverso Oil Change SystemDometic Bait FreezerCruiseAir reverse cycle Heat/Air Conditioning System (2)Fireboy Automatic Fire Supression System

Vessel Overview

Year1997
MakeOcean
Model48 Convertible
Vessel NameWhaler
CategorySaltwater Fishing
ConditionUsed
Hull MaterialFiberglass
Fuel TypeDiesel

Dimensions

Length Overall48 ft
Beam16 ft
Max Draft3 ft

Performance & Capacity

Max Speed30 kts
Cruise Speed25 kts
Fresh Water150 gal

Engines & Mechanical

Engine Count2
Engine 1 MakeDetroit Diesel
Engine 1 Modeltwin 6v92 DDEC
Engine 1 Power625.00 HP
Engine 1 FuelDiesel
Engine 1 Hours1515.00 hrs
Engine 2 MakeDetroit Diesel
Engine 2 Modeltwin 6v92 DDEC
Engine 2 Power625.00 HP
Engine 2 FuelDiesel
Engine 2 Hours1518.00 hrs

Generators

MakeWesterbeake

Accommodations

Guest Cabins3
Sleeps6
Heads2

We Will Assist You With

Full sea trial arranged
Independent marine survey
Title search & documentation
Closing coordination
Financing introductions available
Insurance referrals available

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Jared Neff — Neff Yacht Sales Broker
Jared Neff
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