1998 Viking 54 Motor Yacht

So Blessed (formerly MRS. CHIPS)

More recently known as MRS. CHIPS, this Viking has been the definition of a passion project. Her previous owner poured enormous amounts of time, effort, and money into transforming her into one of the finest examples of her kind-spending well over a million dollars in upgrades, refinements, and custom work. When she was brought to the Great Lakes and renamed So Blessed, her current owner continued the same tradition of meticulous care. To date she has been maintained to a standard few yachts ever achieve. Wherever she's docked, So Blessed stands out. Her lines are timeless, her paint flawless, her teak gleaming. Every corner of the yacht, inside and out, reflects pride of ownership. And she's not just a showpiece-she runs beautifully, cruising at 22 knots @ 1850 RPM and reaching an impressive 34 knots at full throttle.

Exterior & Deck

In 2017, So Blessed was painted from keel to hardtop in white Imron, finished with a clear Imron topcoat for a deep, lustrous shine. She looks today as though she just rolled out of the Viking paint shed. Her bottom was sandblasted, epoxy-coated twice, and is blister-free. Red and green striping accents her waterline.

• Custom Marquipt fender holders mounted aft of the pulpit

• Stainless steel 80lb plow anchor with 240' galvanized chain

• Rebuilt 24v Maxwell windlass with foot pedals, hand brake, and helm switch

• Custom boarding ladders (7-step cork tread + vertical ladder)

• Custom stainless rails (pulpit, house sides, forward sections)

• Two 6' fiberglass deck boxes with cushions & covers for seating/storage

• 1500lb Marquipt davit on port foredeck

Wing doors and three entry doors lead to the aft deck saloon.

Aft Deck Saloon

• L-shaped settee with storage (port/aft)

• Two stand-alone chairs (starboard)

• Glendinning remote control plug (starboard aft chair)

• Highly varnished teak throughout, selected and finished by master craftsmen

• Windows framed in teak, including wet bar refrigerator cladding

• Wet bar with U-Line 110v refrigerator, Samsung 42" 4K TV, storage behind

• Fusion stereo with Pioneer speakers

Skylounge / Command Bridge

The command bridge is climate controlled and purpose-built as both a helm station and social hub.

• Three custom Stidd high ladder-back helm seats (reclining)

• L-shaped settee with storage (aft/port)

• Custom teak-trimmed foldable footrest

• Large tinted opening windows aft + UV film forward windshield

• Custom stainless/teak handrails for easy access

• Synthetic teak & holly decking (like new)

• Custom teak dash and overhead pods with hand-varnished detailing

• Three-panel hard glass windshield with freshwater washers/wipers

• Nearly 360° visibility plus onboard camera system

• Overhead Bomar hatch

• USB-upgraded electrical outlets throughout

• Red/blue LED courtesy/night lighting

Electronics & Navigation:

All Raymarine electronics were new in 2015 and consistently upgraded.

• (3) 16" primary screens + (4) 7" networked screens

• Radar

• GPS

• FLIR (2020)

• Dual sounders

• AIS

• Autopilot

• Weather station

• Raymarine 5-camera system

• Ghost system with 7 cameras

Helm Controls:

• (2) ACR searchlights

• Trim tabs

• Emergency engine shut-downs

• Halon engine room system

• Glendinning controls w/ 30' wired remote (2016)

• Automatic fog signal

• Bow thruster controls

Engine Monitoring & Redundancy:

• (4) 7" stand-alone engine monitoring screens

• Redundant analog gauges

• (2) ICOM VHF radios w/ command mics

• Mastervolt charging system w/ helm displays

• Maretron displays (fuel burn, temps, oil pressure, etc.)

• Independent 4" Raymarine GPS/depth sounder backup

Lower Saloon & Galley

The lower saloon offers an airy, open feel with natural light from oversized windows.

• L-shaped settee with storage (port)

• Raised-panel cabinetry concealing electrical panels (starboard)

• Fusion stereo with SXM, Intellian HD6 satellite

• Two state-of-the-art Charles transformer displays

• High water & fire alarms

• Built-in dehumidifier (disguised cabinetry)

• Custom teak/holly varnished sole

Galley Upgrades:

• Full-size Kenmore refrigerator/freezer with ice maker

• Kenmore dishwasher

• Kenyon 3-burner stove

• Sharp convection/microwave

• Toaster oven, Grohe faucet, deep well sink

• Filtered water dispenser

• Corian countertops

• Custom varnished teak flooring

• Pull-out drawers, slide-out cabinetry, overhead lockers

• Custom lighting

• Samsung 42" 4K TV w/ Bose soundbar & hidden storage behind

Accommodations:

Guest Staterooms

• Twin over/under bunks with hanging locker

• Private day head access

• Upgraded varnished teak laminate sole

• Separate shower, Vacuflush head, storage

VIP Stateroom

• Centerline double berth

• Dual hanging lockers + drawer storage

• Private en-suite with shower & Vacuflush

• Smart TV + built-in dehumidifier

• Bomar hatch with day/night shades

• Carpeted sole

Master Stateroom

• King centerline berth

• Oversized cedar-lined walk-in closet + safe

• Built-in dressers, nightstands, vanity with mirror/lighting

• Hidden dehumidifier + Sharp 32" TV/DVD

• New highly varnished teak paneling

• Custom-trimmed fixed glass portlights

• En-suite with double vanity, Vacuflush, stainless rails, large shower

• Upgraded sanitation hoses (all heads)

• New dry-chemical fire suppression system

Engine Room

One of the cleanest, most impressive engine rooms you'll ever see. Bright white, spotless, and designed for easy operation with thoughtful redundancy.

• Twin MAN D2842LE 1200hp engines (Port 3277 hrs / Stbd 3083 hrs)
  
  

  • Recently replaced fuel lines, exhaust housings, upgraded monitoring system

  • Racor filters with dedicated polishers for each tank

  • Custom fuel manifold for cross-feed operation

  • New seacocks & thru-hulls

• Onan 20kW generator (3,840 hrs, fully serviced, rebuilt injection pump)

• 7 Dometic A/C compressors with Oberdorfer pumps and Groco strainers

• Stainless 20-gal hot water heater (smart recovery)

• Tool chest, LED lighting, eye-level gauges

• Oil change system upgraded

• Freshwater bib & hose

• Air-conditioned space for comfortable service

Electrical Systems

• Four Glendinning cablemasters (100' each, midships)

• All batteries load tested and confirmed in good condition

  • (2) electronics

  • (4) house

  • (4) start/bow thruster

  • (2) generator start

• (3) Mastervolt chargers (2015)

• AC compressors & updated SMX2 controls throughout

• Multiple Charles Iso-Boosters w/ panels

• 2 upgraded transformers

• Ghost security system

• LED courtesy lighting throughout

• Vacuflush pump replaced

Air Conditioning:

• 8,000 BTU VIP

• 8,000 BTU Twin

• 30,000 BTU Saloon/Galley

• 30,000 BTU Skylounge

• 30,000 BTU Upper Saloon

• 20,000 BTU Master

• 30,000 BTU Engine Room (non-reverse cycle)

Notable & Unique Upgrades

• Custom teak interior

• Custom paint (Imron) from keel to hardtop

• Varnished interior woodwork

• MAN 1200s rebuilt/updated

• Electrical upgrades

• New stainless handrails throughout

• Davit serviced

• All new AC compressors & controls

• New TVs, Fusion audio, Bose sound bar, Pioneer speakers

• LED light conversion (52 fixtures)

• Safety systems updated (fire, high water, Ghost, cameras)

• Multiple custom ladders, cleats, boarding solutions

• Spare props, extensive spare parts inventory

Summary

So Blessed is the product of two highly devoted owners, each committed to maintaining and improving her without compromise. From her custom teak interior and flawless paintwork to her modernized engines and electronics, she represents one of the finest examples of a Viking motor yacht anywhere. With years of thoughtful upgrades and a rigorous maintenance program, she offers her next owner the rare chance to step aboard a yacht that is already truly world-class.