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$195K

1989 Irwin

Cruisers·
Beaufort, North Carolina
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$195K
USD · Asking Price
54 ft
Length
1989
Year
Cruisers
Type
Beaufort, North Carolina
Location

About This Vessel

measures 54 ft, and is located in Beaufort, North Carolina, powered by Cummins 4BT 0.00HP.

IRWIN 54 - Notable PointsMassive Interior: The "wide-body" design creates a salon and galley area comparable to much larger yachts.Tri-Cabin Layout: Typically features a palatial master aft stateroom with a walk-around queen bed and private ensuite head.Center Cockpit: Provides a high, dry, and safe vantage point for the helmsman with excellent visibility.Shallow Draft Options: The wing keel version is ideal for exploring the Bahamas and the Florida Keys.Ease of Handling: Often rigged for short-handed sailing with furling systems and well-placed winchesEncapsulated Lead Keel: No keel bolts to worry about; provides a very stable, low center of gravity.Raised Deck Profile: Creates massive headroom (often over 6'6") throughout the main salon.Wide Side Decks: Ensures safe movement forward even in rough seas.Integral Swim Platform for easy access to the water and dinghy. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is

Deck Walkthrough

Massive Foredeck: The forward deck is exceptionally large, featuring 11+ Lewmar hatches that provide immense light and ventilation below.Ground Tackle: A dedicated bow platform houses dual anchor rollers and a heavy-duty electric windlass for managing the primary and secondary anchors.Sailing Hardware: Cutter rigged with custom stack-pack for the mainsail and roller furling for the headsails to simplify short-handed sailing.Center Cockpit: Positioned high for a dry ride and excellent visibility, the cockpit acts as a helm station and primary social hub.Walk-Through Gates: Entry is made easy via dedicated gates on the port and starboard sides, leading directly into a cockpit with full wrap-around seating.Helm Station: A molded pedestal holds a large stainless wheel, electronics, and controls for the bow thruster and windlass.Protection: Custom fiberglass hardtop with canvas enclosure to maximize comfort in all weather. Aft Sun Deck: Often referred to as the "back porch," this area is a large, flat space behind the cockpit perfect for lounging or storage.Storage Lazarettes: Features opposing raised lazarettes for gear storage and another deep lazarette further aft for bulky items like sails or fenders.Swim Platform: A standout feature is the folding platform in the transom, which lowers to the waterline for easy access to a dinghy or for swimming/diving.Stern Rail Seats: Integrated seats built into the stern rail for the best view on the boat while underway. 

Vessel Walkthrough

The Irwin 54 is renowned for its 6'8" headroom throughout and extensive use of custom woodwork. Main Salon: The salon includes a large L-shaped leather sofa with a large double leafed dining table. THE seats are soft leather.Galley: Located down a step to the starboard side, where you will find a large refrigerator/freezer, propane oven/stove, other small appliances, and ample pantry storage.Workbench and project area: Positioned opposite the galley to the port side. Ample room for more storage and plenty of room to spread out for projects.Master Stateroom (Aft): A magnificent full-beam suite with a centerline queen bed, separate seating area, and tons of storage. It includes an en-suite head with a small tub and electric toilet.Guest Accommodations (Forward):VIP Cabin: Located in the bow with a centerline queen v-berth.Bunk Cabin: A secondary guest cabin located to starboard, forward of the salon.Guest Head: Shared head forward with an extra-large shower stall.

Upgrades Include

Cummins 4BT engine.SS ShaftCutlass and PropellorPex Plumbing throughout the boatWater HeaterRefrigeratorHVAC unitsElectric HeadsHardtop for the CockpitWindlassDinghy Rack on SternStack Pack and Other CanvasPainted Non-SkidHatchesRunning Rigging

Current Status

Perception has been undergoing a full refit with the current owner. Now is the perfect time for you to step in and finish the last few projects to make her your own and ready for any adventure. She is fully capable of traveling up and down the coast and to the Bahamas as she currently sits, but also allows for finishing touches to be made that make her yours.She is ready for your adventure.

Mechanical Disclaimer

Engine and generator hours are as of the date of the original listing and are a representation of what the listing broker is told by the owner and/or actual reading of the engine hour meters. The broker cannot guarantee the true hours. It is the responsibility of the purchaser and/or his agent to verify engine hours, warranties implied or otherwise and major overhauls as well as all other representations noted on the listing brochure.

Disclaimer

The company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated.

Vessel Overview

Year1989
MakeIrwin
Vessel NamePerception
CategoryCruisers
ConditionUsed
Hull MaterialFiberglass
Fuel TypeDiesel

Dimensions

Length Overall54 ft
Beam15 ft
Max Draft5 ft
Displacement46,000

Engines & Mechanical

Engine Count1
MakeCummins
Model4BT
Power0.00 HP

Generators

MakeOnan

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Full sea trial arranged
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Jared Neff — Neff Yacht Sales Broker
Jared Neff
Yacht Broker · 20+ Years Experience

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