2006 Viking 56 Convertible
$1,195,000
Boat in Saint Petersburg, FL 33713 US
56 Convertible
2 Engines (MAN, MAN)
57.5 feet
Diesel
Fiberglass/Reinforced
Summer Salt is prime example of a Well Updated and Well Maintained 2006 56 Viking. With only 2885 Hours on the desirable 1550 MANs Summer Salt offers a Viking Factory Mezzanine, Teak Cockpit and Covering Boards, Painted Hull Sides, and Upgrades Throughout. Interior and Exterior Updates include Garmin Electronics, Fly Bridge Enclosure, ElectroSea Strainer & Pump, Dometic Air Conditioning, SAT TV, and much more. This 56 Viking offers a Spacious Accommodations, a Well Designed 3 Stateroom Layout, and a 4'10" Draft. From Performance to Equipment and Maintenance, Summer Salt is outstanding in every category. Call Today to Schedule a Showing.
Main updates to Summer Salt in the last 4 years:
- Annual Services performed by Galati Yachts:
- All Stateroom Air Handlers & Compressors (2021)
- Salon Air Handler & Compressor (2020)
- Enclosure (2025)
- VHF Antennas
- Man Digital Displays
- Freshwater Pump
- Raritan Hot Water Heater
- Dual Power Steering Pumps & Ram
- Washer & Dryer (2025)
- Intellian I5 w/Direct V
- Mezzanine Upholstery- Bentley Style (2025)
- Top Side Compound & Wax (10/2025)
- 600ft Rode & 50ft Chain
- Blue Water Fighting Chair (In Storage)
- Electro Sea Sea Strong Pump & Strainer (2023/2024)
- Heat Exhangers Cleaned/Serviced (1/2025)
- All Batteries (2024)
- Updated Televisions Throughout
- Fiberglass salon entry door with teak insert
- Overhead lighting w/ dimmer control
- Indirect mood lighting
- Updated A/C Salon (2020)
- U-Line wine cooler
- Teak face on galley counter
- 2 Subzero drawer refrigerators (4-drawers)
- Subzero drawer style freezer w/ icemaker (2-drawers)
- Sharp Carousel stainless microwave/convection oven
- Kenyon 4-burner stove top
- Garbage disposal
- AC/DC sub panels and water tank gauge in cabinet
- Portside outboard galley cabinet for spice storage
- Exhaust fan
- Overhead lighting w/ dimmer
- Teak dinette table w/ teak pedestal
- Dinette seating w/ hinged bottom cushions for storage
- Central Vac System
- Overhead lighting
- Day head access to starboard head
- Access to lighted bilges and plumbing
- Carpet runner
- Two night tables w/ lamps
- Updated flat screen television
- Custom wallpaper
- Overhead lighting w/ dimmer
- Indirect mood lighting
- Reading lights individually switched
- Drawer storage under bed
- Chest drawer storage
- Stereo speakers with volume control
- Overhead deck hatch
- Full sized SeaLand head
- Mirrored Vanity cabinet
- Exhaust fan
- Air conditioning vent
- Single piece glass shower door
- Shower stall w/ Grohe fixtures
- Teak curved lower vanity cabinet
- Granite countertop
- Custom Amtico flooring
- Amtico flooring (Updated 2019)
- Overhead lighting w/dimmer
- Overhead deck hatch
- Individually switched reading lights
- Indirect mood lighting
- Stereo speakers w/ volume controls
- Updated flat screen TV
- Storage shelves
- Large hanging locker
- Storage cabinets under upper bunk
- Mirrored forward bulkhead
- Amtico flooring (2019)
- Air handler (2019)
- Crossover bunks w/ storage under cabinets and drawers
- Overhead lighting w/ dimmer
- Hanging locker
- Private access to starboard head
- Overhead deck hatch
- Mirrored vanity cabinet
- Teak faced lower vanity cabinet
- Grohe fixtures
- A/C vent
- Granite counter top
- Exhaust fan
- Overhead lighting
- Stall shower w/ Grohe fixtures
- Custom Amtico flooring
- Washer/Dryer (2025)
- Entire hull painted "Fighting Lady Yellow" (2015)
- Bow pulpit and rails
- Fiberglass side thru-hulls
- Fiberglass fuel and waste vents
- Propeller pockets
- Trim tabs
- On-deck anchor locker
- Oval exhausts
- Teak mezzanine deck
- Teak covering boards
- Fiberglass tanks for holding, fuel and water
- New Teak cockpit sole in 2013, mezzanine sole done in 2017
- Recessed powder coated hand rail
- 3 Bomar foredeck hatches
- Varnished teak half round on exterior of flybridge
- Black mask
- Lewmar windlass
- Windlass motor (rebuilt 2020)
- Updated 600' line (2024)
- Vetus bow thruster (2015)
- Transom fish box/live well
- Cockpit cover/cockpit sunshade (2018)
- Rupp outriggers
- Rupp center rigger
- Livewell in cockpit sole
- (6) Rod rocket launcher on flybridge rail
- In-deck fishbox with macerator
- Eskimo ice machine dumps into cockpit sole box
- (4) Gunnel mounted rod holders
- Six clearing rod holders in flybridge haunches
- Mezzanine seating with ultra leather cushions (2025)
- Cockpit freezer
- Transom door w/gate
- Recessed Miya Epoch US8 teaser reels
- 24V receptacles under coaming for teaser reels or electric reels
- Refrigerated salon step drinkbox
- Teak deck
- Teak cover boards
- Fresh and salt water washdowns
- Mezzanine w/ engine room access
- Flybridge cushions w/ Ultra Leather (2019)
- Factory hardtop with molded-in quartz lights
- Full enclosure (2025)
- Helm pod with single lever controls and bow thruster controls
- Trolling valves
- Reversible jump seat
- (2) Release helm chairs with 4" stainless steel no bolt pedestals
- Flybridge mounted with no exposed fasteners
- Fresh water washdown on flybridge
- Flybridge hatch on hardtop
- Bench seat with cushions and storage
- Insulated drink box
- Recessed teaser reels
- Release Marine helm chairs cushions (2017)
- Garmin 8215 chart plotter (2017)
- Garmin 8215, 25KW, 96-mile radar (2017)
- Garmin sounder (2017)
- (2) Icom IC-M605 VHF radios with helm remote mics and additional mic in cockpit
- Simrad AP26 autopilot
- Fusion MS-UD650 stereo with cockpit remote
- (4) 6.5" JL audio coax speakers in bridge
- (2) 7.7" JL audio coax speakers in cockpit
- (2) 10" JL audio sub-woofers in cockpit
- 12V outlet in electronics box
- Moritz system monitor
- Analog gauges in fiberglass helm pod
- MAN electronic panels mounted overhead
- Single lever electronic controls with bow thruster controls
- Ritchie compass
- Salon electrical panel up
- Onan 21.5 KW generator with remote start from salon - 3626 hours
- (2) 50A shore power inlets
- Glendenning Cablemaster for primary 50A service
- (2) Voltage stabilizer transformers
- Battery chargers for ships service battery bank and for engine and generator starting battery banks
- Engine room breaker panel
- Updated batteries, engines and ship service (2024)
- Twin 1550hp MAN common rail engines
- Dual Racor fuel filters
- Fuel priming pumps
- Oil change system plumbed to cockpit
- DDEC trolling valve
- Awlgrip engine room
- Dual power steering pumps
- Generator gas-water separator
- Awlgrip forward bilge and lazarette
- SeaLand head system
- Updated fresh water pump
- All pumps in engine room are painted whit
- Awlgrip bronze thru hulls and strainers
- Dripless shaft logs and rudder ports
- Fire system
- (2) Main engine crash pumps
- Eskimo ice machine (2018)
- Updated Hot water heater
- Engine room gauges
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/29/25 | Initial price | $1,195,000 |
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Overview from around the web 2006 Viking 56 Convertible
Customers praise the 2006 Viking 56 Convertible for its exceptional build quality and robust performance
Many highlight its spacious and well-designed cockpit, ideal for serious fishing and entertaining guests. The boat’s powerful engines and smooth handling receive positive remarks, making it suitable for offshore adventures. Owners also appreciate the luxurious interior accommodations, which provide comfort during extended trips. Overall, the 2006 Viking 56 Convertible is recognized for combining functionality, durability, and style, making it a favorite among avid anglers and boating enthusiasts.
The Biggest Pros and Cons
The 2006 Viking 56 Convertible is a well-regarded sportfishing yacht that combines performance, luxury, and functionality. Here are some of the key pros and cons of this model:
Pros
Powerful Performance: Equipped with robust engines, the Viking 56 Convertible offers impressive speed and handling, ideal for offshore fishing and cruising.
Spacious Layout: The convertible design provides a versatile cockpit area that can be used for fishing or converted into a comfortable lounging space.
Quality Craftsmanship: Known for its solid construction, the Viking 56 features high-quality materials and attention to detail throughout the interior and exterior.
Comfortable Accommodations: The boat typically includes multiple staterooms and heads, providing ample comfort for extended trips.
Advanced Fishing Features: Designed with the serious angler in mind, it includes amenities such as rod storage, fish boxes, and a functional tackle center.
Cons
Fuel Consumption: Due to its size and powerful engines, the 2006 Viking 56 Convertible can be fuel-intensive, which may lead to higher operating costs.
Maintenance Costs: As a high-end sportfishing yacht, upkeep and maintenance can be more expensive compared to smaller or simpler boats.
Limited Maneuverability in Tight Spaces: Its size can make docking and maneuvering in confined marinas more challenging.
Older Electronics: Depending on the specific vessel and any upgrades, the original 2006 electronics and navigation systems may be outdated and could require modernization.
Made For
The 2006 Viking 56 Convertible is ideal for serious anglers and avid sportfishing enthusiasts who demand top performance, durability, and luxury on the water. It’s perfect for those seeking a versatile boat that combines tournament-ready fishing features with comfortable accommodations for extended trips. Whether you’re targeting offshore game fish or enjoying family outings, this boat offers the power, advanced fishing amenities, and spacious design to meet the needs of dedicated fishermen and boating enthusiasts alike.
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The Anna Maria, FL (near Bradenton, FL) location specializes in new and brokerage luxury yacht sales. In the marina, you can find select brands such as Viking, Valhalla, Princess, Absolute, Prestige Yachts, and MJM Yachts. This facility also offers a ships store and restaurant, full-service shop, yacht charters, fishing charters and fuel.
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