1971 Grand Banks 50 Classic

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  Builder: American Marine (Grand Banks)

• Year: 1971

• Type: Classic Trawler / Motor Yacht

• Hull Material: Philippine Mahogany (wood hull )

• Hull Design: Semi-displacement, full keel

• LOA: ~50 ft

• Beam: ~16 ft

• Draft: ~4ft 8 in

• Displacement:  59,000 lbs 

⚙️ Engines & Performance

• Engines: Twin Ford Lehman diesel

• Model: Typically 120 HP (2715E) or  D380 inline 6

• Total HP: 240 total

• Cruising Speed: 8 knots

• Max Speed: 9 knots

• Fuel Consumption: approx. 4–6 GPH total at cruise (very efficient)

• Drive: Direct shaft drive

• Transmissions: Borg Warner / Velvet Drive

These Lehman engines are known for extreme reliability, simplicity, and long life (often 10,000–20,000 hrs)

⛽ Tank Capacities

• Fuel:  2x600 or 1,200 gallons

• Fresh Water: 750 gallons

• Holding Tank: 0 gallons

(varies depending on layout and refits)

Accommodations

• Cabins: 3 stateroom layout

• Heads: 2 

• Aft Master Stateroom with island berth, King Size

• Guest Stateroom forward (V-berth)

• Crew/guest bunk or convertible salon

• Large salon with teak joinery throughout, and leather sofa electric

• Galley up or down depending on configuration

Classic Grand Banks interiors feature handcrafted teak cabinetry and traditional joinery

Deck & Features

• Full walkaround decks with high bulwarks

• Teak decks and cap rails

• Flybridge with upper helm

• Mast & boom (for tender handling)

• Large aft deck 

• Engine room access  from salon or aft cabin)

⚡ Systems (Typical)

• 12V / 110V electrical systems

• Shore power connection

• Generator (often Onan or Westerbeke – many upgraded)

• Hydraulic or cable steering

• Hot water heater

• Bilge pumps

⭐ Highlights

• Legendary Grand Banks build quality

• Heavy, seaworthy displacement hull

• Economical long-range cruising (trawler speed)

• Massive interior volume for a 50’ boat

• Highly desirable classic teak yacht aesthetic

“Timeless Grand Banks craftsmanship with the sought-after Ford Lehman diesels.”

• “Ideal coastal cruiser or liveaboard with exceptional range and efficiency.”

• “A true classic—wood hull models are increasingly collectible when maintained properly.”

• Rare opportunity slip Available in S. San Diego Marina, Call Georges for more info.

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. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.