2005 Viking 48 Convertible Sold Boat in Sabine Pass, TX 77655 US
Built in 2005
48 Convertible
2 Engines (2x Caterpillar)
48.8 feet
Diesel
Fiberglass/Reinforced
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 2005 Viking 48 Convertible | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $429,000 | $449,000 | $449,000 | $469,990 | $475,000 | $367,500 |
| Location | Sabine Pass | Galveston | Port Aransas | Graford | Freeport | Corpus Christi |
| Nominal Length | - | 45' | 40' | 38' | 51' | 43' |
| Draft | 5' | - | - | - | - | - |
| Engine Make | Caterpillar | MAN | Caterpillar | Mercury Racing | Caterpillar | MAN |
| Total Engine Power | 1015 hp | 900 hp | 700 hp | 500 hp | 1050 hp | 800 hp |
| Days on Market | 687 | 241 | 482 | 45 | 241 | 147 |
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2005 Viking 48 Convertible "Beer-A-Cuda"
Step aboard the 'Beer-a-cuda,' a 2005 Viking 48 Convertible that embodies luxury and performance. Powered by CAT C18 engines, this yacht is built for serious cruising and fishing. Equipped with state-of-the-art Garmin electronics and seamless Starlink connectivity, you'll stay connected and navigate with ease. The interior boasts two spacious staterooms, providing comfortable accommodations for family and friends. Whether you're chasing trophy fish or enjoying a sunset cruise, 'Beer-a-cuda' is your gateway to unforgettable adventures on the water! Contact the listing broker, Max Schulze, to schedule your private showing.
- New (2/2025) Zip Wake
- Fresh Bottom Job (2/2025)
- Props tuned (2/2025)
As you step aboard, you'll be greeted by a spacious cockpit designed for fishing and entertaining. The main salon features panoramic windows, providing views and abundant natural light. You'll find a comfortable seating area and a well-equipped galley, perfect for preparing meals while on the water.
Moving below deck, the vessel offers two appointed staterooms, each with generous storage and comfortable bedding. The master stateroom boasts an ensuite head, while the guest stateroom is thoughtfully designed for friends or family.
With its powerful CAT C18 engines, advanced Garmin electronics, and reliable Starlink connectivity. Don’t miss the opportunity to own this vessel—schedule a showing today!
- Air conditioning: w/ reverse cycle heat that circulates from concealed registers behind the valances
- Carpeting: wall-to-wall w/ lead lined padding for sound absorption
- Cocktail table
- Finished teak on aft face of galley island & dinette
- Fixed, frameless side windows: w/ tinted, tempered glass for style, natural lighting, & privacy
- Teak cabinetry: w/ drawers
- L-shaped sofa camel ultraleather w/ rod storage underneath
- Lighting: overhead Halogen lights with dimmer switch & indirect decorative rope lighting behind valances, 24V / 120V
- Main electrical service panel: AC/DC, backlit for easier viewing
- Sliding salon door: molded fiberglass door w/ window & teak interior finish
- Upholstery & window treatments w/Beige cloth and black/gold piping
- Hunter Douglas Sheer blinds
- Teak & Holly Amtico flooring at salon door entrance
- 40" TCL Smart TV, Sound Bar with Bose Speaker
- Dinette table: teak, high-gloss finish w/ single teak pedestal,
- Electric range: 3-burner, Kenyon glass top
- Electrical sub-panel: for galley appliances, port staterooms and water tank gauge
- Exhaust fan: high velocity
- Galley countertop: high-gloss, bone color Corian
- Garbage disposal in sink
- Lights: overhead Halogen recessed lights w/dimmer switch
- Teak and Holly Amtico floor
- Refrigerator & freezer: Sub-Zero, large capacity, deep-drawer under-counter style w/ varnished teak faces
- Microwave Sharp Carousel/ convection oven: located in upper portside galley cabinet above sink
- Sink: bone color Corian recessed in countertop w/ biscuit galley faucet
- Storage cabinets: in upper galley, varnished teak doors w/ teak faced deep, pullout drawers w/ aircraft style slides for smooth movement & latches to keep drawers in place while underway
- Storage cabinets & drawers: in lower galley, varnished teak doors & faces w/ stowage for stove lids, utensils, & other items
- Fire Extinguisher
- Water tank level gauge & pump indicator: located in galley sub-panel
- Fluorescent lighted mirror backsplash in galley
- Bilge areas: w/ access hatches, lighted & gel-coated white for easier maintenance & cleaning
- Carpeted steps from galley through companionway
- Central vacuum unit connection: w/ accessories
- Wrapped hatch Carpeting
- Laundry center: w/ Kenmore stackable washer & dryer behind teak door
- Lighting: overhead Halogen lights recessed in headliner
- Storage cabinet: above steps, varnished teak face
- Air conditioning: w/ reverse cycle heat w/ temperature control
- Bomar Hatch
- Hanging locker: teak, maple-lined & spacious
- Island double bed: w/ mattress & lift up top w/ gas pistons & maple-lined storage underneath
- Wrapped hatch carpeting
- Lighting: overhead Halogen lights/dimmers & decorative indirect rope lighting from
- Reading lights: overhead w/ separate switches
- Fire Extinguisher in closet
- Air conditioning/heat: w/ vent in soffit
- Amtico teak and holly flooring
- Vacu-flush electric head: w/ discharge to overboard or holding tanks
- Exhaust fan: w/ vent in soffit
- Lights: overhead Halogen lights recessed in soffit & in ceiling
- Linen storage
- Lower vanity: w/ teak face
- Medicine cabinet: w/ mirrored doors
- One-piece molded bone Corian countertop: w/rounded edges & w/ bone sink w/ brass faucet
- Shower light
- Stall shower: fiberglass w/ brass shower fixtures & w/ drain to automatic sump pump in bilge
- Towel bar & ring, solid brass
- Wallpaper border
- Bomar hatch
- Air conditioning: w/ reverse cycle heat w/ temperature control
- Sham, Bedspreads: quilted, designer brown/gold tones (twin)
- Hanging locker: cedar-lined & spacious
- Lighting: overhead halogen lights & courtesy rope lighting underneath lower bunk rail
- Storage drawer: located under hanging locker
- Upper & lower berths: wide bunks w/ lift up lower bunk top & maple-lined storage underneath
- Wrapped hatch carpeting
- Amtico teak and holly flooring
- Wallpaper Border
- One-piece molded vanilla Corian countertop: w/rounded edges & w/ bone sink w/ brass faucet
- Shower light
- Stall shower: fiberglass w/ brass shower fixtures & w/ drain to automatic sump
- Bomar hatch
- Cabinet: w/ storage for gaffs and/or other accessories located under port forward gunwale
- 50 amp / 220 volt electric retractable Glendinning Cablemaster, located in starboard cabinet under forward gunwale
- Dockside water connection: w/ pressure reducing valve in port or starboard cabinet under gunwale
- Engine room access: w/ door & w/ non-slip steps to engine room
- Extended flybridge overhang to reduce sun glare w/ recessed colored LED lights underneath
- Freshwater wash down: w/ hose bib located in cabinet under forward gunwale
- Gaskets for all lids, doors & access doors
- Grabrails at cockpit haunch
- Chilled insulated drink box in salon step for direct access from cockpit
- Ladder to flybridge: one-piece, anodized aluminum w/ non-skid treads
- Large, deep drop-in freezer to port cabinet in mezz
- Lazarette hatch: w/ access to steering, trim tabs, drain pumps, & spare prop storage
- Molded in tackle center: w/ bait prep station featuring cutting board w/ custom fitted lid, tackle cabinet w/ pullout drawers & push release door below
- Molded in-deck storage boxes: on either side of fishbox for optional livewell and/or ice box
- Recessed in-deck fish box: insulated & removable w/ pump out & drain plate w/ large holes for easy pump-out & cleaning
- Recessed, stainless steel cleats & hawse pipes
- Rod holders, (4): Rupp stainless steel & flush-mounted
- Rounded cockpit coaming for comfort
- Sea water washdown: w/ pump in engine room & supply at cabinet under forward gunwale
- Self-bailing cockpit: w/ large scuppers
- Stainless steel gas springs: on all hatches & lids
- Storage locker: w/ shelf & push release door molded port side of salon steps
- Walk-through transom door: w/ lift gate
- Armstrong 3 step Aluminum ladder in lazzarette
- Colored LED lights under gunnel
- Bluewater Fighting Chair mounted in cockpit w/ modified offset station, 4 flush mounted screwless rod holders on rocket launcher and cover
- Plumbed & wired baitwell in cockpit sole
- Fresh/Salt water washdown systems
- (5) S.S. Rod Holders gunwale mounted in cockpit coaming
- (1) Fish box
- Rupp triple spreader outriggers port/stbd
- Stainless ½
- Halyard outrigger guides
- Ocean LED 3010 Underwater lights (2)
- Cat backup controls
- Controls: top mounted single lever electronic controls
- Costa, strata glass upgrade for 3 sided enclosure, front/sides
- Custom Helm Pod
- Extended overhang: for extra room to move around behind helm & companion seats w/ anodized aluminum aft railing and 6 rod holders
- Fuel gauge: located in cabinet at console
- Handrails: powder-coated aluminum effectively positioned above ladder to bridge & at helm
- Helm seat: companion seat, Bluewater teak chairs, teak ladder back w/ 4" pedestals & removable cushions & covers, adjustable
- Recessed electronics boxes in console
- L-shaped lounge: forward of console, straight lounge to starboard, w/ vinyl covered foam cushions, hinged for access to storage underneath
- Molded spreader colored LED lights in Viking Hardtop
- Push knob catches for electronic boxes
- Recessed radio box: large radio box on port side of console w/ switch panel inside
- Safety rail: at entrance hatch to flybridge, anodized aluminum
- Starboard jump seat: aft facing seat at aft end of starboard lounge
- Top-loading, insulated soda-box: under starboard jump seat
- Under helm access: w/ lights & storage room
- Fiberglass freshwater tank, reinforced
- Fiberglass fuel tank: w/ fiberglass baffles inside & balsa coring on sides for stiffness, sealed to hull w/ a resin foam
- Solid reinforced keel
- Anchor: Plow style chrome w/spare danforth anchor
- Anchor locker: w/ access from foredeck
- Anchor rode
- Bow pulpit: molded fiberglass w/ non-skid & stainless steel anchor chute
- Bow rail: anodized aluminum, brushed finish
- Grabrails: powder-coated aluminum & mounted to both sides of bridge
- 110V outlet: in engine room on aft bulkhead
- 24 / 12V Power supply: w/ breakers on flybridge for future electronics
- 24 volt DC ship's service throughout
- Batteries, (4): independent 24V banks mounted in 2 fiberglass storage boxes, 8 total maintenance free (1 box ship start/ 1 box gen & ship service)
- Battery chargers
- Battery parallel system: for main engines & generator start
- Color-coded, labeled & numbered wiring system: w/ corresponding drawings
- Blower fans
- Generator, Onan diesel: 17 kW, E-QD (electronic quiet diesel) Series
- Engine room lights: AC & DC w/ switch at engine room entrance
- Engine room gauges
- Glendinning cablemaster, (1): w/ 3 wire grounded cord
- Master electrical control panel: located in salon w/ 24V / 120V circuit breakers,
- Receptacles: 120 volt duplex w/ GFI throughout
- Voltage stabilizer isolation transformers: for more consistent, cleaner voltage
- Shore Power Cord (1) 80 w/50 amp
- CAT C18 / 1015HP
- Fuel Priming Pumps 24V
- Onan 17Kw Generator
- VHF (2) ICOM M602 Radio
- Garmin GPSmap 7612 (2) MFDs
- Maretron DSM570
- Depth Sounder Garmin GMI-10 digital depth display
- Starlink
- Side Power Controls
- Simrad Autopilot Display
- (2) Icom M602 VHF Radios with Shakespeare antennas
- (2) Garmin GPS Plotters
- KVH SAT TV
- Furuno Radar
- Digital Caterpillar Engine Displays
- Simrad Autopilot
- Fusion Stereo Display at helm
- JL Speakers in bridge
- Bennett trim tabs
- Upgraded Monitor System from Viking
- Ritchie Compass
- 2 Shakespeare VHF Antennas
- 2 engine room cameras feed into Furuno Stbd side screen
- CAT engine controls
- Bennett Trim Tab indicators (new)
- Airmar R599 3 kw
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/6/25 | Price decreased | $429,000(-14.0%) |
| 10/24/24 | Initial price | $499,000 |
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Overview from around the web 2005 Viking 48 Convertible
Customers praise the 2005 Viking 48 Convertible for its exceptional build quality and performance
Many highlight its spacious and well-appointed interior, making it comfortable for both fishing trips and extended cruising. The boat’s powerful engines and smooth handling are frequently noted, providing confidence and ease on the water. Additionally, users appreciate the ample fishing amenities, including a large cockpit and well-designed rod storage, which make it ideal for serious anglers. Overall, the 2005 Viking 48 Convertible is recognized for combining luxury, functionality, and reliability in a versatile sportfishing package.
The Biggest Pros and Cons
The 2005 Viking 48 Convertible offers a blend of performance, comfort, and fishing capability, making it a popular choice among sportfishing enthusiasts. Here are some pros and cons to consider:
Pros
Powerful Performance: Equipped with robust engines, the Viking 48 Convertible delivers excellent speed and handling, ideal for offshore fishing trips.
Spacious Layout: The convertible design provides ample cockpit space for fishing activities, along with comfortable accommodations below deck.
Quality Construction: Known for its solid build and durability, Viking yachts maintain high standards in craftsmanship and materials.
Well-Equipped Helm: Features advanced navigation and fishing electronics, enhancing the overall boating experience.
Comfortable Interior: Offers a well-appointed cabin with sleeping quarters, a galley, and head facilities, suitable for extended trips.
Cons
Fuel Consumption: With powerful engines and a larger hull, fuel efficiency may be lower compared to smaller sportfishing boats.
Maintenance Costs: As with many high-performance yachts, upkeep and maintenance can be relatively expensive.
Limited Tender Storage: Depending on the layout, storage space for a tender or additional toys may be restricted.
Age Considerations: Being a 2005 model, some systems and equipment might require updates or modernization to meet current standards.
Made For
The 2005 Viking 48 Convertible is designed for serious anglers and boating enthusiasts who seek a perfect blend of performance, comfort, and style. Ideal for those who enjoy offshore fishing, this boat offers ample fishing amenities along with spacious living quarters, making it suitable for extended trips on the water. Whether you're a dedicated sportfisher looking for a reliable and well-equipped vessel or a family wanting a versatile boat for both fishing and cruising, the Viking 48 Convertible provides the durability and features to meet your needs.
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