1970 Hatteras 53 Convertible
PRICE: AU$225,000
2003-08 Full Re-build + 2021-24 Tech Upgrade
The Hatteras 53 Convertible is a legendary, durable sports fishing boat with extensive refurbishments, including rebuilt engines and new features. It offers a classic timber helm, spacious cockpit with outriggers, and a luxurious saloon. Powered by Detroit Diesels with a 3000L fuel capacity and modern power systems, it's perfect for long trips. With a davit, water maker, and mood lighting, it’s ready for both adventure and relaxation.
There is no comparison between this magnificent lady and any other Hatteras of this vintage.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Region: New South Wales
Location: Roseville Bridge Marina
Reference: 70H53CB2
Launch Year: 1970
HIN: AUWWA190276KD7
Designer: Exterior - Hatteras, Interior - Merritts
Builder: Hatteras - Merritt Boatworks
Length: 53' - 16.15m
Displacement: 35 tonnes
Hull Material: Fibreglass/GRP
Engine Make: Detroit
Engine: 2 x Detroit Diesel 12v71n (Engines rebuilt in 2008)
Number Engines: 2
Fuel Type: Diesel
Engine Hours: 970
2nd Engine Hrs: 970
Fuel Consumption: At 9.5knots she uses only 50L per hour total
Genset: Onan 21.5 kw, Generator hours: 4100, shore power: 3-phase
Fuel: 3000L diesel tanks in operation (2 extra tanks could be recommissioned for up to 5000L total)
Water: 500L
Accommodation: Two-berth cabin layout with a single bathroom
Cabins: Queen Cabin (owner) & 2 x Single Bunks (guests)
Galley: Galley lower deck, Jennaire Grill and hot plates, Microwave, Cockpit Fridge & Freezer, Icemaker at bar, Washer/Dryer at the laundry
Refrigeration: Yes
Freezer: Yes
Water Maker: 160 lph Water Maker 2019
Hotwater System: 50L hot water
Shower: 1
Toilet: Salt water flush toilets with holding tank
Entertainment: 32" TV Main Saloon
Air Conditioning: 3
Ground Tackle: Anchor Windlass 24v Electric, Boat crane and davits: 250 kg, 50m 316SS Anchor Chain
Safety Gear: 4-person Offshore Liferaft, fire extinguishers, and smoke alarms, all appearing in good order and in date.
Bilge Pumps: 8 x Bilge Pumps
Life Raft: 4 person Offshore Liferaft
Life Jackets: 20+ lifejackets
Epirb: Yes
Fire Protection: Fire extinguishers & smoke alarms
Electrics: 240v to 120v Transformers x 2 2021
Electronics: GPS, Depthsounder and Screen
Recent Service History
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- Last Antifoul - 20 Nov 2024
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- Hull Inspection - May 2024
2003 REFIT:
By The Master Craftsmen of Merritt Boat Works
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- Stripped bottom, sanded, applied epoxy barrier coat, painted bottom
- The 6 portholes had been removed, are fibre glassed over and faired to hull
- Railings were removed are fibre glassed and faired
- The 3 forward windows were removed, are fibre glassed and faired to the cabin
- New stationary windows are installed in place of the four other saloon windows that had been removed
- Three new hatches installed
- The removal of the 6 engine room hatches left a huge opening. An aluminium frame has been constructed around the perimeter, with supports to the engine bed. Two large aluminium trusses were fabricated to span the opening. Six foam-filled fibre glassed were manufactured to cover this area. Lighter and stronger than the old wood hatches
- New engine air intakes installed. New modern design with larger air handling capacity. The fuel tanks now vent thru this opening as well as a 6" vent from the galley.
- All tower fittings were filled and faired
- The engine room was cleaned and Awlgripped
- Four new tanks, 2 fuel-1 waste and 1 lube oil, were installed under the galley and master stateroom sole. New fill hoses and deck plates were installed. Since there are now 5 fuel tanks, a new fuel manifold had to be built and installed. New fuel lines to the manifold. New vent lines. New "Tank Monitor" system for 5 tanks. Two new fuel filter racks, one for each engine. Each rack consists of 3-F1000 Raycors and valves. Total fuel now 1400 gallons. All fuel lines are now Parker 221FR. USCG accepted for commercial and recreational applications
- New galley and master stateroom decks were installed
- Installed replacement generator. Onan 21 KW
- New Hawser pipes are paired into transom corners
- A new control pod was made for the bridge steering station. New instruments and new Panish single lever controls were installed to replace the Morse controls removed
- The forward deck was reinforced with several layers of fibreglass. A Merritt Tradition is have the first 6' of the deck covered with1/2" teak and caulking. Then they installed a new Windlass and pulpit.
- This completed the exterior modifications, so the hull was Awlgripped a light blue, from the rub rail down to waterline.
- The hard top, from the old tower was removed and modified and Awlgripped. New half tower build under it by Tannis Tower Inc.
- Painted to finish, from the rub rail up, with white Awlgrip.
- The Master stateroom was completely re-designed. Featuring a Queen Bed. 2 new cabinets, one at foot of bed with 3 Drawers and the second to the right of bed for a lamp table and 3 drawers. A new valance was built above the headboard with recessed lighting.
- The Vee berth was modified. The wall above the top bunk bed, has a curved wall in padded vinyl, both above the top bunk and between the two bunks. A combination washer/dryer is built in on the starboard side.
2008 REFIT:
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- Two Rebuilt Detroit Diesel 12V71 engines and Allision gears installed - 2008
- New Stainless steel Metcalf exhaust system installed
- New shafts
- New props
- Removed the old corroded tower and replaced it with new half tower
- All fittings and hardware were removed, holes filled and the entire top side from the toe rail up has been painted with Awlgrip
- All teak brightwork has been refinished
- All new stainless rub rails installed
- The teak deck and combing in the cockpit has been refinished
- Installed a new 24,000 BTU air conditioner with split evaporator
- Replaced 14,000 BTU condensing unit which was missing
- Made new water manifold, for all the cooling units and installed with new hoses and clamps
- Replaced 8 missing floorboards in the engine room and under the cockpit
- Rewired new half tower including new running lights
- New Strataglass curtains on bridge
- Finished the walls inside the boat where the portholes had been removed
- All new vinyl wall coverings in the galley, master stateroom, 2 baths and Vee berth
- Padded bunks in Vee berth
- Built new enclosure, in the Vee berth to house new LG washer drier and installed same
- Replaced microwave oven in galley that had a broken handle and glass door with new GE
- Removed all old electronics and all the wire for them in the harness
- Installed new headliner in Galley and one bath that had been removed for other repairs
- New teak & holly decking in engine room
- New window tinting in saloon
- Replaced all 12 batteries
- New carpet in saloon, master and Vee berth
- Refinished teak and holly decking in galley
- Replaced the stainless steel track in all cabinets on the bridge
- Replaced 2 thru-hulls seacocks for heads
- New disposal in galley
- New Meon faucet in galley
- Converted unused cabinet in cockpit to large stainless sink
- New chase lighting around valance in saloon
- 5 new Ballast transformers and all new bulbs in fluorescence lights
- New vinyl helm cover
- Replaced the generator with an Onan 21KW.
Recent Equipment List:
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- Solar charger 2024.
- Starlink 2024.
- All fridges and freezers are 12v 2024.
- Inverter 3000w 110v 2024.
- Inverter 4000w 220v 2024.
- New Cockpit flooring & teak 2022.
- Simrad Auto pilot and NSS12 Evo 2 2021.
- Main saloon AC 2021.
- Main Berth AC 2022.
- Main House and Start Batteries AGM 2021.
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- 380w Solar Panel and management system 2022.
- 600Ah 12v Lithium Battery 2023.
- 32v Battery Charger 2021.
- 12v Smart Battery Charger 2023.
- 4000w 240v Inverter 2022.
- Celfi Go Telstra (wifi) 2023.
- 36,000 lumen Underwater LED Lights 2022.
- LED bow, spreader and forward lights 2021.
- 240v to 120v Transformers x 2 2021.
- Insinkerator 2021.