1979 Hatteras 53 Yachtfish (YF) Boat in Mandeville, LA 70471 US

$99,000

Used
builtBuilt in 1979
Year the boat was built
model

53 Yachtfish (YF)

Boat model
engine

2 Engines (2x Detroit)

Engine type and count
length

53 feet

Overall boat length
fuel

Diesel

Fuel type
material

Fiberglass/Reinforced

Hull material
Nominal Length
53ft
Length Overall
53ft
Beam
15.83ft
Cabins
2
Hull Material
fiberglass
Engine 1
Engine Make
Detroit
Engine Model
8V71TI
Total Power
425hp
Engine Hours
1008
Engine Type
inboard
Fuel Type
diesel
Engine Year
1979
Drive Type
direct
Engine 2
Engine Make
Detroit
Engine Model
8V71TI
Total Power
425hp
Engine Hours
393
Engine Type
inboard
Fuel Type
diesel
Engine Year
1979
Drive Type
direct
Summary
1979 Hatteras 53 with the legendary quality and ride Hatteras is known for. A solid classic offering spacious accommodations, a large open cockpit, and endless potential. She needs some cosmetic and systems attention, which makes her and excellent opportunity for an owner seeking value.
Accommodations
  • The 1979 Hatteras 53 Motor Yacht features a spacious two-stateroom, two-head layout designed for comfortable cruising and extended stays aboard.
  • The full-beam aft master stateroom offers a centerline queen berth, abundant storage, hanging lockers, and a private ensuite head with a separate residential style shower/tube.
  • Forward, the VIP stateroom features a two single V-berth with generous storage, while making the yacht ideal for family and guests.
  • The expansive main salon is warm and inviting, with large windows providing abundant natural light and excellent visibility. A comfortable lounge area and ample cabinetry create the perfect setting for entertaining or relaxing.
  • Forward of the salon, with the galley down creates separate living spaces that is well-equipped with generous counter space, plentiful storage, and a functional layout for meal preparation. The adjacent dinette provides comfortable seating for dining aboard.
  • Wide side decks, a covered aft deck with enclosure provide protection and privacy. Rare open cockpit (Yacht Fisher) makes this yacht attractive for off shore fishing, easy boarding from the water and the spacious flybridge provides further visibility and enhances the yacht's livability, making this classic Hatteras equally suited for live-aboard or extended cruising.
Galley
  • Granite Counter Top
  • GE Electric 4 Burner AC flush mount cooktop
  • GE Advantium 120 microwave built-in
  • Stainless Steel Sink with Hot and Cold Pressure Faucet w/ Filtration System
  • Vent Hood Over Stove
  • Residential Size Whirlpool Refrigerator / Freezer AC electrical service
  • Fisher Parker Drawer Style Dish Washer
  • Teak and Holly Faux Flooring
Navigation and Electronics
  • Raymarine ST60+ Digital Depth Upper & Lower Helms
  • Garmin 7215 I/O, Garmin 3210 and Nauti comp 15" Multifunction Display
  • GPS / Chart Plotter RADAR Open Display Duel Frequency Finder
  • ICOM IC-M504VHF Lower Helm and ICOM IC M302 Upper Helm
  • Simrad AP-25 Auto Pilot with Hydraulic Unit Upper I/O and Lower O
  • Ritchie Compass Upper and Lower Helm
  • Navigation Lights
ELECTRICAL
  • 24v system: Ship Service and Start
  • 110v system: Yes
  • Generator: Yes w/ Sound Shield
  • Battery Charger: Charles 5000 SP Series 24 VDC - 60 Amp
  • Inverter/Charger - (2) Newmar 32-12-25Amp DC-AC Inverters
  • Batteries: Bank 1 (4) GRP 31 - AMG Wired in Series/Parallel for 24 VDC (2022)
  • Batteries: Bank 2 (4) GRP 31 - AMG Wired in Series/Parallel for 24 VDC (2022)
  • Shore Power: 50 AMP
  • Interior Lights: Yes AC and DC
  • Nav Lights: Yes
  • 12v Outlet(s): Yes


DECK & HULL
  • Hull Color: White
  • Deck Color: White
  • Draft: 5.5
  • Canvas: Upper Helm and aft deck area (near end of life)
  • Cushions: Flybridge and custom bow cushion
  • Topside: Awlgrip 2014 (UV Discoloration Upper Super Structure)
  • Swim Platform: Large platform with ladder
  • Cockpit Shower: Yes
  • Anchor: Delta 150' of rode
  • Windlass: Electric windlass
  • Bottom: Bottom Job Needed Diver Reports Zincs in good shape


Disclosures: Sales price takes into consideration for the following:

Stress cracks noted on deck in various locations

Paint on forward brow superstructure is worn and need of repainting

Minor soft spot noted on starboard deck at cabin door

Canvas near end of life on flybridge

Some wood staining in the interior

Stained carpet in masters stateroom with low spot noted on subfloor

Port Tachometer lower station I/O

Starboard window in cabin cracked






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

Generators
Generator 1
Make
Onan
Model
15.0 MDJF
KW
15
RPM
1800
Hours
1079
Date Hours Recorded
07/01/2026
Detail
Onan, 15.0 MDJF, 15 KW, 1079 hours

Price History

DateEventPrice
7/2/26Initial price$99,000

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6500 Spanish Fort Boulevard, New Orleans, Louisiana, 70124

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