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1981 Uniflite MY Boat in Kitimat, BC CA
MY
1 Engine (Detroit)
48 feet
Diesel
Fiberglass/Reinforced
Uniflite built a strong reputation among Pacific Northwest boaters for producing solid fiberglass cruising yachts with practical layouts, dependable diesel power, and rugged construction suited to West Coast boating. Their boats became well known for offering generous interior volume, comfortable liveaboard potential, and capable coastal cruising performance. Even today, Uniflite yachts continue to appeal to buyers looking for a classic motor yacht with proven utility, timeless styling, and the kind of build quality that helped establish the brand's long-standing following.
The Uniflite 48 Motor Yacht is a classic coastal cruiser built on a semi-displacement hull with hard chines, designed to deliver a confident ride, practical handling, and exceptional interior volume for her size. This layout features an enclosed forward stateroom, galley down, dinette opposite, large main salon, command bridge above, enclosed aft lounge, and a private aft cabin beneath the rear deck, followed by an open cockpit and swim platform aft. The result is a versatile motor yacht that works well for Pacific Northwest cruising, extended weekends aboard, or comfortable liveaboard use. This example is powered by twin Detroit 6-71 turbocharged diesel inboards with Twin Disc gears, dual station hydraulic steering, and dual station controls.
The current owners have enjoyed the boat for the past 12 years, having purchased her in 2015. The owners report the engines are running well. The original installed generator was removed and that space is now being used for additional storage, while portable power is provided by a Honda EU3000i generator used onboard. The boat also includes a Caribe rigid hull center console tender with a 20 HP Mercury electric start outboard purchased new in 2016. Additional highlights include autopilot, Garmin GPS, hydraulic trim tabs, handheld VHF, electric davit crane with cable remote, diesel heat, one 110V electric refrigerator, a separate deep freezer, and fishing gear onboard for buyers who may want it. With her spacious aft cabin layout, enclosed aft lounge, open cockpit, and proven West Coast cruising design, this Uniflite 48 presents a compelling opportunity for buyers seeking a classic motor yacht with real utility and comfort.
TWIN DETROIT 6-71 TURBO DIESELS - DIRECT DRIVE - HONDA EU3000i PORTABLE GENERATOR - ENCLOSED AFT LOUNGE - PRIVATE AFT CABIN - FULL CANVAS BRIDGE ENCLOSURE - FULL AFT ENCLOSURE - DIESEL HEAT - ELECTRIC DAVIT CRANE - SCOTTY DOWNRIGGERS - CARIBE TENDER W/ 20 HP MERCURY - LARGE COCKPIT - SWIM PLATFORM - CLASSIC WEST COAST CRUISER +++ CALL NOW TO ARRANGE YOUR PRIVATE SHOWING OR BOOK A PERSONAL VIDEO WALKTHROUGH
Nominal Length
48ft
Length Overall
48ft
Beam
15ft
Hull Material
fiberglass
Engine 1
Engine Make
Detroit
Engine Model
6-71 Turbocharged
Total Power
820hp
Engine Hours
2374
Engine Type
inboard
Fuel Type
diesel
Engine Year
1981
Drive Type
direct
Summary
1981 Uniflite MY 48
Specifications
Dimensions
LOA: 48 ft Beam: 14 ft 9 in Minimum Draft: 3 ft 9 in Headroom: 6' + Dry Weight: 39,000 lbs
Tankage
Fuel: 528 gal Fresh Water: 150 gal Holding: 50 gal
Engines
Make: Detroit Diesel Model: 6-71 Turbocharged Engine Type: Inboard Drive: Twin Disc Fuel: Diesel Hours: 2374 HP: 820 HP
Accommodations
Cabins: 2 Berths: 3+ Head(s): 2
Electronics/Mechanical
Twin Detroit 6-71 turbo diesels Twin Disc gears Honda EU3000i 3.0 kW portable generator Autopilot Garmin GPS 152 Lowrance HDS7 Raytheon V800 Furuno NavNet radar Icom IC-M502 VHF SEA156 VHF Handheld VHF Dual station hydraulic steering Dual station controls Hydraulic trim tabs 12 VDC and 120 VAC ship’s power Shore power Six 6V house batteries, one 8D and one 4D start batteries True Charge 46 amp battery charger Eliminator 3000 watt inverter Electric bilge pump with float switch
Exterior Equipment
Full canvas bridge enclosure Full aft enclosure Electric davit crane with cable remote Large open cockpit Swim platform with transom gate access Forfjord anchor with chain Lowfrans electric windlass with remote Boarding ladder Tender: Caribe rigid hull center console Outboard: 20 HP Mercury 4 stroke, electric start Fishing gear onboard if desired Two Scotty electric downriggers Scotty crab / prawn puller Rule navigation lights Electric horn and whistle
Interior Equipment
Enclosed forward stateroom Private aft cabin beneath rear deck Large main salon Enclosed aft lounge Galley down layout Dinette opposite galley Three burner propane stove with oven 110V electric refrigerator Separate deep freezer GE microwave Diesel heat Hot water via 120 VAC and engine heat exchange Panasonic sound system Propane locker with solenoid shut-off
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/21/26 | Initial price | $61,328 |
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Principal Loan Amount$ 52,129
Total Payment$93,204.72
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Principal Loan Amount$ 52,129
Total Payment$93,204.72
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