2023 Leopard 53 Powercat Boat in Stuart, FL 34997 US
Built in 2023
53 Powercat
2 Engines (2x Yanmar)
50.5 feet
Diesel
Fiberglass/Reinforced
PURPOSE-BUILT FOR THE BAHAMAS
Blue Crest is not simply another Leopard 53 Powercat. She was custom specified by a highly experienced owner with a clear objective: create an exceptional owner-operated power catamaran for cruising the Bahamas while retaining the space, amenities and versatility that also make the Leopard 53 attractive within the established luxury charter markets of the Bahamas and Caribbean.
That purpose is evident throughout her build.
Blue Crest was ordered with approximately $424,000 in factory-selected options, including the desirable three-stateroom owner's configuration, internal lower helm, bow thruster, 12kW Northern Lights generator, chilled-water air conditioning, upgraded electrical system, tender lifting platform, extensive composite teak decking, washer/dryer, dishwasher, flybridge refrigeration and icemaker, dive-tank storage and numerous cruising-oriented upgrades. Her signed factory option sheet documents a total purchase price after rebate of $1,445,560 before tax.
Following delivery, the owner continued developing the boat rather than simply accepting the standard electronics package. A substantial custom installation added Garmin navigation, 25kW open-array radar, Panoptix forward-looking sonar, AIS, multiple cameras, upgraded Fusion and JL Audio entertainment, Starlink infrastructure and eight Lumitec Typhoon full-spectrum underwater lights. The principal Marine Installations invoice documents $125,965 in equipment and installation before sales tax.
With only approximately 500 engine hours, Blue Crest presents a compelling opportunity to acquire a Leopard 53 whose equipment and configuration reflect the priorities of an experienced owner who understood how the boat would actually be used.
Approximately 500 engine hours
Highly desirable 3-stateroom owner’s configuration
Approximately $424,000 in documented factory-selected options
Dual operating stations with factory interior lower helm
Factory bow thruster
Twin Yanmar diesel power
Northern Lights 12kW generator
Frigomar 70,000 BTU chilled-water air conditioning
Upgraded AGM house battery system
3000W inverter
Dual 100A battery chargers
Retractable 50A shore-power cable
Factory tender lifting platform with folding chocks
Composite teak decking with white caulking throughout major exterior areas and lifting platform
Washer/dryer
Dishwasher
Flybridge refrigerator, icemaker and electric grill
Large teak aft cockpit table
Teak flybridge table
Eight-bottle stainless-steel dive tank storage
Fresh/saltwater deck-wash system
Stainless-steel DTX primary anchor with 330' of chain
Extensive custom Garmin navigation package
Garmin 25kW open-array radar
Garmin Panoptix forward-looking sonar
Multiple Garmin cameras
Two underwater cameras
Starlink infrastructure
Upgraded Fusion/JL Audio entertainment system
Eight Lumitec Typhoon full-spectrum underwater lights
Blue Crest’s factory configuration is documented in the original build sheet. Her post-delivery electronics and entertainment upgrades are documented by Marine Installations.
The Leopard 53 Powercat lends itself particularly well to owner operation, and Blue Crest was configured to maximize that advantage.
Her factory dual-helm arrangement provides both the elevated visibility of a flybridge helm and the protection of an interior steering station. Add the bow thruster, extensive Garmin navigation package, AIS, powerful open-array radar, forward-looking sonar and multiple cameras, and the operator has an unusually comprehensive suite of tools for passage making, maneuvering and navigating unfamiliar waters.
That matters in the Bahamas.
Shallow-water cruising, reef entrances, changing weather and extended periods away from the dock reward a yacht that combines manageable draft, redundancy, visibility, onboard systems and substantial usable living space.
Blue Crest’s equipment package reflects exactly that style of ownership.
Blue Crest’s post-delivery electronics installation deserves considerably more attention than a conventional equipment-list entry.
The documented installation includes:
Garmin GPSMAP 8616 multifunction display
Garmin GPSMAP 8612 multifunction display
Garmin multifunction display serving the owner’s stateroom
Garmin GMR 2524 25kW, 4-foot, 72-mile open-array radar
Garmin 1kW high/low-frequency transducer package
Garmin Panoptix forward-looking sonar
Garmin AIS vessel tracking
Four Garmin GC200 IP cameras
Raymarine Sirius satellite weather
ACR RCL100 LED searchlight with dual-station controls
HDMI integration from Garmin MFD to aft-deck television
Two underwater camera systems
The principal installation invoice documents $125,965 in equipment and installation before sales tax.
The customization extended well beyond navigation.
Blue Crest’s documented entertainment and connectivity installation includes:
Fusion MS-RA770 entertainment system
Sirius Radio integration
JL Audio waterproof marine speakers
JL Audio subwoofers
JL Audio amplification
KVH satellite television equipment
Starlink infrastructure
Multiple television systems
DirecTV infrastructure
Salon speaker integration for Sonos
Eight Lumitec Typhoon full-spectrum underwater lights
The eight-light installation creates an extraordinary nighttime presentation, particularly given the Leopard’s 25'2" beam and twin-hull configuration.
The photograph of Blue Crest anchored in the Bahamas with her underwater lights illuminating the surrounding water tells this part of the story better than an equipment list ever could.
One of the Leopard 53 Powercat’s defining attributes is the amount of usable living space created by its power-catamaran architecture.
The aft cockpit connects naturally with the salon and galley, while the expansive flybridge provides another major social and entertaining area above. Forward lounging creates separation for guests, while the yacht’s tremendous beam provides the feeling and functionality of a substantially larger conventional motoryacht.
Blue Crest takes advantage of that platform with a tender lifting platform, dive-tank storage, fresh/saltwater deck wash, underwater cameras and extensive underwater lighting.
The lifting platform is particularly useful for Bahamas cruising, serving both as tender storage and as a water-level staging area for swimming, diving, paddleboards and other water activities.
The yacht was not simply configured to reach the islands.
Blue Crest was ordered in Leopard’s desirable three-stateroom owner’s configuration.
Rather than maximizing berth count, this layout emphasizes private-owner accommodations and extended-stay comfort while retaining generous accommodations for family and guests.
Her factory specification includes upgraded cabin and corridor carpeting, full-length mirrors, salon carpeting, interior blinds and additional owner-oriented interior appointments.
For an owner considering extended Bahamas cruising, seasonal use or substantial time aboard, the three-stateroom configuration should be viewed as one of Blue Crest’s significant advantages.
The flybridge is one of the Leopard 53 Powercat’s principal gathering spaces and an important part of Blue Crest’s cruising appeal.
In addition to the primary helm station, Blue Crest’s factory specification includes:
Teak flybridge table
Refrigerator
Icemaker
Electric grill
Flybridge stairway hatch
Extensive seating and lounging space
Hardtop
Integrated entertainment
Freshwater washdown
This creates a genuine second outdoor living area rather than simply an elevated helm.
The aft cockpit provides another substantial entertaining area with excellent connection to the salon and water.
Blue Crest’s build includes a large teak cockpit table and the factory lifting platform with folding chocks. Composite teak decking extends through the aft cockpit, forward cockpit, flybridge, flybridge steps, transom steps and lifting platform.
For Bahamas cruising, the platform becomes one of the most useful spaces aboard—tender station underway, swim platform at anchor and staging area for diving and water activities.
Blue Crest was conceived first and foremost as an owner’s yacht.
However, many of the characteristics that make her such a compelling private Bahamas cruiser also translate naturally to the substantial power-catamaran charter markets centered around the Bahamas and British Virgin Islands.
Her three private staterooms, tremendous beam, multiple entertaining areas, flybridge, foredeck lounging, water-level platform, sophisticated entertainment systems, dive-oriented equipment and dramatic nighttime presentation create an attractive physical platform for a buyer considering either private ownership or potential charter use.
Any commercial operation, regulatory compliance, charter suitability, insurance requirements and revenue expectations would need to be independently evaluated by a prospective buyer.
The important distinction is that Blue Crest does not need to be marketed as a former or purpose-built “charter boat.”
She is better positioned as:
A highly equipped private owner’s yacht whose layout and amenities may also offer compelling charter-market versatility.
The strongest way to compare Blue Crest with another Leopard 53 Powercat is not simply model year, engine hours and asking price.
It is replacement effort and specification.
What would it take to purchase another Leopard 53 and reproduce the factory option package, three-stateroom owner’s configuration, dual helms, upgraded electrical systems, tender platform, extensive Garmin electronics, communications equipment, entertainment systems, dive capability and eight-light underwater installation already incorporated into this yacht?
Blue Crest was built by an experienced owner who knew what he wanted.
With approximately 500 engine hours, roughly $424,000 in documented factory-selected options, substantial documented post-delivery customization and a configuration developed specifically around owner-operated Bahamas cruising, she deserves to be evaluated as a complete cruising platform—not simply another Leopard 53 Powercat.
Asking Price: $1,499,990
Stuart, Florida
Purpose-built for the owner-operator. Equipped for the Bahamas. Versatile enough for considerably more.
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
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| 10/15/26 | Initial price | $1,499,990 |
Leopard 53 Powercat: BoatTEST Review
Overview
The Leopard 53 Powercat represents the new flagship of Leopard's motor yacht fleet, expanding on the brand's successful powercatamaran line. This model offers a significant increase in interior volume—31% more than its predecessor—providing spacious accommodations and versatile social areas. The yacht is available in both three- and four-stateroom configurations, catering to different owner preferences.
Interior Living Spaces
The interior of the 53 Powercat is designed with functionality and comfort in mind. The galley, repositioned aft between the two main social zones on the main deck, features a U-shaped layout with Corian countertops, a convection microwave oven, gas stove, and ample storage including refrigerated drawers and a dishwasher. A full-size refrigerator with water and ice dispenser and additional freezer space underline the generous provisions. Overhead treatments include upholstered panels with LED and recessed lighting, while high-mounted air conditioning vents ensure even cooling throughout the space. The salon offers opposing seating arrangements with an L-shaped couch on the port side and a two-person loveseat on the starboard side, centered around a coffee table with beverage holders. A 50-inch TV on an electric lift and an inductive charging mat enhance entertainment and convenience. Large wraparound windows flood the salon with natural light, and a large glass door provides access to the bow area, which features two lounges convertible into chaise positions.
Exterior Design and Deck Areas
The 53 Powercat's exterior emphasizes spaciousness and safety. The bow area is squared off between the hulls with 28-inch high rails and seating on both sides. Side decks are wide and protected by raised edges and cabin-side rails, providing secure movement around the vessel. The aft deck features an L-shaped seating area with a solid wood table and additional freestanding chairs, complemented by a sun lounge on the starboard side. Overhead protection stands seven feet above the deck, and storage is available beneath all seating. Swim platforms extend 5 feet 3 inches on both sides, with a hydraulically actuated platform at the stern capable of launching a 10-foot rigid inflatable boat. A reboarding ladder is positioned on the port side. Access to the flybridge is via wide starboard-side stairs with grab handles, leading to a well-appointed entertainment space. The flybridge includes an open deck area for additional seating or loungers, surrounded by 33-inch high rails exceeding safety standards. A double aft-facing lounger, an outdoor galley with a double electric grill, recessed sink, ice maker, refrigerator, and U-shaped seating around a solid teak table provide ample amenities under a six-foot-eight-inch overhead. Dedicated life raft storage and forward-facing seating complete the flybridge layout.
Private Accommodations
The yacht's three-stateroom, three-head layout offers spacious and well-appointed private quarters. The master stateroom occupies the full starboard side, featuring abundant natural light from hull-side and stern windows, a central sitting area with chaise lounge, mirrored hanging lockers, additional storage, and a vanity. The berth is aft with storage beneath, and a 38-inch swivel-mounted TV is included. The en-suite bathroom offers his-and-hers sinks set in Corian counters, extensive storage, an electric flush toilet, walk-in shower with hull-side window, and overhead hatch for ventilation. Alternatively, the yacht can be configured as a four-stateroom layout, mirroring the master stateroom on the port side. The forward stateroom includes a berth with access on both sides, upholstered headboard, sconce lighting, full-length mirror, hull-side window with opening port, storage drawers, and a private en-suite with electric flush toilet, Corian sink counter, storage, hull-side window, and walk-in shower with opaque glass. The aft stateroom features a berth mounted parallel to the keel with storage underneath and alongside, hull-side windows, and a private en-suite with similar amenities. Headroom throughout these accommodations is maintained at 6 feet 6 inches. The aft port cabin houses the generator and engine start battery switches.
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| Price | $1,499,990 | $1,480,860 | $1,550,000 | $1,690,000 | $1,285,000 | $1,249,000 |
| Location | Stuart | Fort Lauderdale | Palm Beach Gardens | Boca Raton | Delray Beach | Pompano Beach |
| Nominal Length | 51' | 53' | 53' | 53' | 46' | 46' |
| Engine Make | Yanmar | Yanmar | Yanmar | Yanmar | Yanmar | Yanmar |
| Total Engine Power | 370 hp | 370 hp | 370 hp | 370 hp | 370 hp | 370 hp |
| Days on Market | 2 | 131 | 31 | 690 | 116 | 137 |
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Harbour Towne Marina, 817 NE 3rd Street, Dania Beach, FL, 33004
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