1968 Willard Double CabinSold
$28,000
We will let you know when another 1968 Willard Double Cabin is available in Bethel Island, CA
Boat in Bethel Island, CA 94511 US
Built in 1968
Double Cabin
1 Engine (Detroit Diesel)
42 feet
Diesel
Fiberglass/Reinforced
Stock #446543
Reason for selling is "Health Reasons".
ANY and ALL offers will be put in front of our seller! Submit your offer today!
1968 Willard, hand laid fiberglass. Navy Admirals Barge on USS Ranger. Full galley, aft queen state room w/ head. Any weather.
Introducing a 1968 Willard 40' Double Cabin Trawler - Admiral-Class Heritage Meets Off-Grid Capability.
Experience true nautical heritage aboard this rare 1968 Willard Double Cabin 40' Trawler, originally built as a Navy Admiral's Barge for the USS Ranger. With a solid, hand-laid fiberglass hull and a classic full-displacement trawler design, this vessel blends historical pedigree with serious offshore capability.
Refitted for reliable cruising, she's powered by a Detroit Diesel 6-71 paired with an Allison 2:1 transmission--offering 240 horsepower, economical performance (just 3.5 GPH at 10-12 knots), and fewer than 700 hours on the drivetrain. A 200-amp alternator and a 2500-watt inverter support a robust 110V and 12V system. House power is supplied via four 6V AGM L16 solar batteries charged by dual 120-watt solar panels. Additional Group 31 batteries handle starting and house loads, all tied in with a Perko selector switch.
Onboard amenities include a full galley with microwave, instant hot water heater, and 110V single-burner cooktop. The layout features a forward V-berth and an aft queen stateroom with its own private head. While there's no shower onboard, the system includes two 75-gallon freshwater tanks and dual 10-gallon black tanks, with greywater draining overboard.
Ashore or off-grid, this trawler is self-reliant. There's no generator to maintain--solar handles the essentials. Shore power (110V) is available via the selector switch when docked. For adventure beyond the mothership, she comes with a hard-bottom Achilles dinghy easily deployed using the lifting davit with a Warn winch.
Recently hauled and surveyed (March 2025), she's ready for her next chapter. Whether you're seeking a full-time liveaboard, a long-range cruiser, or a piece of American naval history, this 1968 Willard is a proven performer in any weather. Inquire today for your private showing.
While we will always attempt to provide you with a TRUE representation of every vessel we market, during any purchase from Pop you will be encouraged to schedule an inspection from an independent, accredited surveyor and every purchase WILL ALWAYS BE subject to your satisfaction with the results from your independent survey and your own personal trial run.
We have several more Bayliner, Maxum, Trophy, and Meridian vessels for sale. If you're in the San Jose, San Francisco, Sacramento, or Oakland areas, please contact us to let us know what you're looking for and we'll get back with you today about any other trawler options we have locally that may meet your needs.
You have questions? We have answers. Call us at (941) 538-7803 to discuss this vessel today.
Reason for selling is "Health Reasons".
ANY and ALL offers will be put in front of our seller! Submit your offer today!
1968 Willard, hand laid fiberglass. Navy Admirals Barge on USS Ranger. Full galley, aft queen state room w/ head. Any weather.
Introducing a 1968 Willard 40' Double Cabin Trawler - Admiral-Class Heritage Meets Off-Grid Capability.
Experience true nautical heritage aboard this rare 1968 Willard Double Cabin 40' Trawler, originally built as a Navy Admiral's Barge for the USS Ranger. With a solid, hand-laid fiberglass hull and a classic full-displacement trawler design, this vessel blends historical pedigree with serious offshore capability.
Refitted for reliable cruising, she's powered by a Detroit Diesel 6-71 paired with an Allison 2:1 transmission--offering 240 horsepower, economical performance (just 3.5 GPH at 10-12 knots), and fewer than 700 hours on the drivetrain. A 200-amp alternator and a 2500-watt inverter support a robust 110V and 12V system. House power is supplied via four 6V AGM L16 solar batteries charged by dual 120-watt solar panels. Additional Group 31 batteries handle starting and house loads, all tied in with a Perko selector switch.
Onboard amenities include a full galley with microwave, instant hot water heater, and 110V single-burner cooktop. The layout features a forward V-berth and an aft queen stateroom with its own private head. While there's no shower onboard, the system includes two 75-gallon freshwater tanks and dual 10-gallon black tanks, with greywater draining overboard.
Ashore or off-grid, this trawler is self-reliant. There's no generator to maintain--solar handles the essentials. Shore power (110V) is available via the selector switch when docked. For adventure beyond the mothership, she comes with a hard-bottom Achilles dinghy easily deployed using the lifting davit with a Warn winch.
Recently hauled and surveyed (March 2025), she's ready for her next chapter. Whether you're seeking a full-time liveaboard, a long-range cruiser, or a piece of American naval history, this 1968 Willard is a proven performer in any weather. Inquire today for your private showing.
While we will always attempt to provide you with a TRUE representation of every vessel we market, during any purchase from Pop you will be encouraged to schedule an inspection from an independent, accredited surveyor and every purchase WILL ALWAYS BE subject to your satisfaction with the results from your independent survey and your own personal trial run.
We have several more Bayliner, Maxum, Trophy, and Meridian vessels for sale. If you're in the San Jose, San Francisco, Sacramento, or Oakland areas, please contact us to let us know what you're looking for and we'll get back with you today about any other trawler options we have locally that may meet your needs.
You have questions? We have answers. Call us at (941) 538-7803 to discuss this vessel today.
Nominal Length
42ft
Length Overall
42ft
Dry Weight
30000lb
Cabins
2
Fresh Water Tanks
75gal
Fuel Tanks
180gal
Hull Material
fiberglass
Hull Shape
modified-vee
Engine 1
Engine Make
Detroit Diesel
Engine Model
6-71
Total Power
240hp
Engine Type
Inboard
Fuel Type
diesel
Anchor
✓
Beverage Holders
✓
Captain's Chair
✓
Cleats Fixed
✓
Cockpit Seating
✓
Compartment Storage
✓
Dinghy Lift
✓
Electric Davit
✓
Hard Top
✓
Helm Light
✓
Steering Wheel
✓
Transom Closed
✓
Transom Seating
✓
Windshield One Piece
✓
Cabin Lighting
✓
Cabinets
✓
Dinette
✓
Head
✓
Heat
✓
Microwave
✓
Nav Station
✓
Refrigerator
✓
Stateroom Aft
✓
Stateroom Forward
✓
Stove
✓
V Berth
✓
110v Ac Outlets
✓
Ac Electric Panel
✓
Battery Switch
✓
Cockpit Accent Lighting
✓
Courtesy Lights
✓
Docking Lights
✓
Fuel Gauge
✓
Oil Pressure Gauge
✓
Shore Power
✓
Solar Panel
✓
Stereo
✓
Water Heater
✓
Bilge Blower
✓
Bilge Pump
✓
Engine Alarms
✓
Fuel Injected
✓
Holding Tanks
✓
Throttle/shift: Mech
✓
Compass
✓
Gps / Plotter
✓
Navigation Lights
✓
Vhf Antenna
✓
Vhf Speaker
✓
Carbon Monoxide Detector
✓
Gas/fume Detector
✓
Bottom Paint Antifouling
✓
Tagline
1968 Willard, hand laid fiberglass. Navy Admirals Barge on USS Ranger. Full galley, aft queen state room w/ head. Any weather.
Condition detail
According to the Seller, the Willard is in good condition and all of the plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems are working.
The boat was recently hauled out and bottom serviced. No damage to the hull or interior of the boat have been reported.
Selling reason
Health Reasons
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/25/25 | Price decreased | $28,000(-20.0%) |
| 6/16/25 | Initial price | $35,000 |
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