2000 Sea Ray 480 Sedan Bridge

$234,900

Used

Boat in Hayes, VA 23072 US

builtBuilt in 2000
Year the boat was built
model

480 Sedan Bridge

Boat model
engine

2 Engines (2x Caterpillar)

Engine type and count
length

51.2 feet

Overall boat length
fuel

Diesel

Fuel type
material

Fiberglass/Reinforced

Hull material
Length Overall
51.17ft
Beam
15.25ft
Max Draft
3.75ft
Dry Weight
41000lb
Cruising Speed
1850kn
Max Speed
2350kn
Cabins
3
Heads
2
Seating Capacity
19
Fresh Water Tanks
140gal
Fuel Tanks
250gal
Holding Tanks
68gal
Hull Material
fiberglass
Hull Shape
modified-vee
Engine 1
Engine Make
Caterpillar
Engine Model
3196
Total Power
660hp
Engine Hours
1760
Engine Type
inboard
Fuel Type
diesel
Engine Year
2000
Drive Type
direct
Engine 2
Engine Make
Caterpillar
Engine Model
3196
Total Power
660hp
Engine Hours
1760
Engine Type
inboard
Fuel Type
diesel
Engine Year
2000
Drive Type
direct
Summary
With Lots of Rece
Bottom, Transom and Cockpit:

Bottom, Transom and Cockpit:

  • Last Haulout and Bottom Paint: May 2025
  • 1250 lb capacity Transom Lift (Hydraulic Swim Platform) with new 3.5" stainless steel lift cylinders and hoses
  • Pull-out swim ladder
  • 50 amp Cable Master and shore power cord
  • Full Cockpit Cover, Black Sunbrella (2 years old)
  • Fusion Stereo remote located in cockpit space, with cockpit speakers
  • Port side transom door
  • Molded in Cockpit Seat with 2 large storage compartments
  • Seat and Back Rest cushions replaced 2 years ago (storage space beneath)
  • Overhang with LED Lights
  • Sliding Glass door (and screen) into the Salon is lockable
  • Molded in stairway up to the Flying Bridge/Upper Deck


Flying Bridge and Electronics
  • Easily reached via a Molded in Stairway (no ladders here) from the port side of the cockpit
  • The upper deck is Expansive and fully enclosed by a 4-sided Polycarbonate helm enclosure (new in 2023)
  • (2) pedestal mounted Helm Chairs, re-upholstered in Winter 2024
  • Full Hardtop with White overhead LED Lighting
  • Blue LED deck level Courtesy Lighting
  • The entire Dash and Electronics package was recently updated
  • New Black and Burlwood dash panels 
  • New Black Sunbrella Dash cover
  • Garmin 8612 GPSMap full color, MFD (GPS/Plotter, Radar, Fish finder, AIS, Cameras)
  • Cameras for the Generator room/rear bilge, Engine Room and Salon
  • Garmin 6-inch GPS/Plotter
  • Garmin 4-inch Digital Data Repeater (Speed, Temp, Depth, Position, etc.)
  • Garmin Autopilot with wireless remote
  • 48-mile digital xHD Radar, full color with Chart Plotter 
  • Fusion MS RA205 stereo head unit (AM/FM/SXM/Bluetooth)
  • Fusion stereo remote, with speakers and Subwoofer
  • Standard Horizon Matrix VHF Radio with DSC and AIS (Send/Receive)
  • Vetus Bow Thruster (Bow Thruster Batteries replaced within the last 24 months) 24-volt Bow Thruster with new batteries and a dedicated 24 v charger
  • Remote Spotlight (RCL100)
  • Ritchie magnetic compass
  • Caterpillar Digital and Analog Gauge Package
  • Forward Flybridge Dinette Table and L-Shaped bridge sofa (Re-upholstered in 2023)
  • Fresh water sinks with new designer faucet
  • Flybridge Refrigerator (Dometic) new in 2023
  • Excellent visibility from the helm station to rear corners and over the bow


Salon and Galley

From the cockpit, a large lockable Sliding Glass door, with screen, glides open to reveal a Brightly decorated, Open and Super Clean salon. With Entertainment center to the right, a large Sofa with optional Double Recliner to the Left, large windows, carpeted floor. The Galley is forward in the salon and features new LVT Flooring. A four-person dinette table is along the Port side, across from the Galley. The dinette and Galley are bathed in Sunlight from the Windshield, removable sun cover.

  • Sliding Glass entry door, lockable with screen
  • Stbd side Entertainment center with Dish Netword HD SatTV receiver, Samsung DVD/Blue ray player, Onkyo stereo receiver for surround sound
  • Bose "cube" surround sound stereo speakers
  • Vizio 40-inch flat screen HDTV
  • KVH TV5 digital SatTv antenna
  • Port side HVAC Controller for the new 16,000 btu Heat/Air Conditioning unit
  • Port side corner sofa, Optional double Reclining Sofa/Love seat
  • Forward of the Love Seat you will find the 4 person Booth Style Dining Table, raised up by one step offering excellent visibility from the Dinette seats
  • Stbd side Galley with new LVT Flooring
  • Corian Countertops with plenty of counter space for entertaining
  • Kenyon 3 burner, Glass top stove
  • Cuisinart Stainless Steel Convection/Microwave oven
  • Black & Decker coffee maker
  • Sub-Zero under counter Refrigerator and freezer units (with Ice Maker)
  • Large sink with combination faucet
  • Overhead lighting in a Vinyl headliner, Excellent condition


Lower Cabin Accommodations
  • Forward of the Salon/Galley you will find 3 full staterooms, 2 heads and showers and a Combination Laundry unitMASTER STATEROOM: 
  • with queen sized pedestal bed, storage beneath
  • 9000 btu Heat/ Air Conditioning unit (New)
  • 32-inch Vizio HDTV
  • Full length dressing mirror
  • full length closet
  • storage drawers
  • Operable port lights
  • overhead hatch with screen/shade
  • reading lamps
  • Private access to the Master Bathroom and Shower. Vac-U-Flush toilet, stand-up shower with shower wand and acrylic shower door. Corian counter with undermount sink and combination faucet, operable port light, mirrored medicine cabinet
  • PORT STATEROOM: 
  • Sunken bedroom with a Queen Bed
  • Reading lamps
  • Vizio 32-inch HDTV
  • Closet 
  • Direct access into the Guest Head
  • GUEST HEAD:
  • Vac-U-Flush toilet
  • Stand-Up shower with shower wand and acrylic shower door
  • Corian countertop with undermount sink and combination faucet
  • Mirrored medicine cabinet
  • also has access door to the hallway
  • STBD GUESTROOM:
  • L-shaped sofa with sleep filler
  • Reading lamps
  • storage drawers and cabinets
  • LAUNDRY: Splendide 2000 combination washer/dryer


Engine Room, Mechanical, Performance
  • Easily accessed via a Hatch in the cockpit floor, you will find the Aft Bilge, Generator Space and Engine Room to be very clean and Dry. The Westerbeke Diesel Powered generator has been re-positioned, to make access to the Raw Water Pump easier. New Motor Mounts and a new Heat Exchanger. 2939 hrs on the Generator
  • Pro Mariner Pro Nautic 12-volt 40-amp battery charger (dedicated to Generator Battery)
  • A separate 8D house battery was added 2 years ago, upgraded from the original Electrical System that shared Engine and House Battery
  • Pro Mariner Pro Nautic 12-volt 40-amp Smart Battery Charger (Dedicated to engine batteries)
  • Both 8D engine start batteries were replaced in 2023
  • Main Engines are twin 3196 Caterpillar diesel inboard engines, 660 hp each with 1750 original hours
  • All hoses and hose clamps have been recently replaced and upgraded
  • Annual oil changes every year, always less than 100 hrs. on the oil when serviced
  • Racor dual Shift-on-the-fly Primary Fuel filters (2 for each engine)
  • Twin Disk direct drive marine transmissions, with hynautic controls
  • 24 Volt Bow Thruster Batteries, new in 2023
  • ProMariner ProNautic 24-volt 40-amp smart battery Charger (Dedicated to Bow Thruster Batteries)
  • Generator Room Camera, Engine Room Cameras
  • HVAC: all 3 units replaced in 2023, 16k btu for the Salon, 9k btu for the Master Stateroom, 9k unit for the Guest stateroom
  • PERFORMANCE:
  •    1200 rpm = 10 kts = 10 gph total
  •    1800 rpm = 20 kts = 36 gph total
  •    1950 rpm = 26 kts
  •    2350 rpm = 28.5 kts


Generators
Generator 1
Make
Westerbeake
Model
12 KW
KW
12
RPM
0
Hours
2939
Detail
Westerbeake, 12 KW, 12 KW, 2939 hours

Price History

DateEventPrice
3/5/26Price decreased$234,900(-1.7%)
6/26/25Initial price$239,000

Overview from around the web 2000 Sea Ray 480 Sedan Bridge

Customers praise the 2000 Sea Ray 480 Sedan Bridge for its spacious and luxurious design, highlighting the comfortable accommodations both inside the salon and on the flybridge

Many appreciate the vessel's solid build quality and reliable performance, noting smooth handling and a powerful engine setup. The well-appointed interior, featuring high-end finishes and modern amenities, receives positive remarks for creating an inviting atmosphere for extended cruising or entertaining guests. Additionally, owners often commend the ample storage space and thoughtful layout, which enhance overall convenience and functionality on board. Overall, the 2000 Sea Ray 480 Sedan Bridge is celebrated for blending style, comfort, and performance in a versatile luxury cruiser.

The Biggest Pros and Cons

The 2000 Sea Ray 480 Sedan Bridge offers a blend of luxury, performance, and versatile design, making it a popular choice among cruising enthusiasts. Here are some pros and cons to consider:

Pros

Spacious Layout: The 480 Sedan Bridge features a roomy interior with multiple staterooms and a well-appointed salon, providing comfortable accommodations for extended trips.

Flybridge Design: The spacious flybridge offers excellent visibility and additional entertaining space, ideal for socializing or enjoying panoramic views.

Powerful Performance: Equipped with robust engines, this model delivers strong cruising speeds and reliable handling for a vessel of its size.

Well-Equipped Galley: The full galley includes modern appliances, allowing for convenient meal preparation onboard.

Quality Construction: Sea Ray is known for solid build quality, and the 480 Sedan Bridge benefits from durable materials and attention to detail.

Good Storage: Ample storage compartments throughout the boat help keep the living areas organized and clutter-free.

Cons

Fuel Consumption: Due to its size and power, the 480 Sedan Bridge can consume a significant amount of fuel, which may impact operating costs.

Docking and Maneuverability: The boat’s length and weight can make docking and tight maneuvers more challenging, especially for less experienced operators.

Maintenance Costs: As a luxury cruiser with complex systems, maintenance and upkeep can be expensive over time.

Aging Electronics: Being a 2000 model, original navigation and onboard electronics may be outdated and could require upgrades.

Limited Access to Engine Room: Some owners find the engine room access somewhat restricted, making routine maintenance a bit more cumbersome.

Made For

The 2000 Sea Ray 480 Sedan Bridge is ideal for boating enthusiasts who seek a luxurious and spacious yacht that combines comfort, performance, and style. It's perfect for families and groups looking to enjoy extended cruises with ample living space, as well as for those who appreciate advanced amenities and a versatile layout suitable for both entertaining guests and relaxing on the water. This model is well-suited for sailors who want a reliable vessel for coastal cruising, weekend getaways, or longer voyages with all the conveniences of home.

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