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Nordlund 53 Flybridge Cruiser

Boathouse kept!
£0 Sold / Unavailable
  • Boat REF#  ·  261332
  • LOA  ·  16.15m
  • Year  ·  1979
  • Construction  ·  GRP
  • Underwater profile  ·  Full-displacement
  • Berths  ·  6
  • Engine  ·  2 x Diesel 235hp, Cummins V-555-M (1979)
  • Lying  ·  Everett, WA USA - shown by appointment
Boatshed Everett
Boatshed Everett
Gretchen Miles

The boat featured is not currently for sale by Boatshed. The boat information and images presented are part of Boatshed’s back catalogue of the 25,000+ boats we have listed in the last 20 years and appear here for general information and guidance purposes about Boatshed and our boat selling systems and services

Extra Details

Designer Nordlund Yachts
Builder Nordlund Yachts, Tacoma, WA
Lying Everett, WA USA - shown by appointment
Fuel capacity 450.0 G Total - 3 Tanks
Water capacity 450.0 G Total - 3 Tanks
Holding tank capacity 100.0 G Total - 2 Tanks
Last survey 28/04/2017

Mechanical

Engine 2 x Diesel 235hp
Engine make and model Cummins V-555-M (1979)
Engine Hours Not Recorded
Engine Cooled Indirect
Steering Wheel
Drive Shaft
Prop(s) 4 blade bronze
Fuel consumption (approx) 8.0 G /hour At Cruising Speed
Cruising speed (approx) 9 knots
Max speed (approx) 15 knots
Generator output 9KVA

*Cruise speeds and fuel consumption based on research for the intermittent power rating of the Cummins 555 engine as specific owner details are not available:
“For the intermittent power rating, fuel consumption ranges from 6.9 GPH at 2200 RPM to 13 GPH at 2800 RPM.”
*Engines: an eight-cylinder, four-stroke, turbo-charged diesel engine in a V formation with four cylinders on each side with heat exchangers.
*Engine hours are uncertain, though the owner’s records indicate approximately 2700 hours per engine.
*Steering: Hydraulic
*Props: 4 blade; 28x26
*Rudders: Stainless steel - 2"
*Shaft: Stainless Steel, 1-3/4"
*Dripless Shaft seals
*Generator: Northern Lights - M773LW3; 120/240.
*Batteries: House - 6vDC (10); Start - 8D (2).
*Inverter: McCarron; model 200-1230-03
*Prof Mariner Zink Saver II
*Portable Battery Charger: Dayton 15 amp

Dimensions

LOA 16.15m
Beam 4.90m
Draft Max 2.01m
Displacement 38,006.5lbs
Headroom 1.98m
Storage On marina

Electrical Systems

12 volt battery, 12 batteries charged by: engine, shore power, generator

Construction

Construction GRP
Underwater profile Full-displacement
Finish Gelcoat finish

Tankage:
Fuel: Aluminum
Water: Aluminum
Holding: FRP and plastic (forward - 70 gals; aft - 30 gals.)

Waterline Boats / Boatshed did not independently verify capacities, or dimensions described in this listing. Information is derived from seller-provided information and/or literature.

Accommodation

Total # of berths 6
No. of double berths 2
No. of single berths 2
Cabin(s) 3
Handbasin 2
Shower 2
Heads 2 heads (Electric)

Boarding may be either via the swim step through a transom door to the cockpit or via stairs to enter the saloon and lower helm station through the mid-cabin sliding door.
If choosing to board aft via the cockpit, you enter the full width aft master stateroom. It is complete with a small desk and storage to port. The berth is athwartships on the starboard side with handsome head and footboards and side tables either side. The master head, with a shower/bathtub, sink and toilet, is tastefully appointed and wallpapered. The suite has a privacy door separating it from the galley.
Forward, the galley is to port. It is fully complemented with a three burner Princess electric stove and oven, side-by-side stainless sink, Norcold Fridge and Freezer, Sanyo front loading freezer, Amana Radarrange Microwave, a Kenmore dishwasher, generous counter space and cupboards. A breakfast bar and chairs are slightly elevated: a great space for eating or keeping the cook company but not getting in the way!
Forward is the full width saloon. In my opinion, the large windows throughout give it an expansive feel; the beautiful teak interior (which appears to be in excellent condition) makes the boat very warm and inviting. The salon settee, chairs and table beckon me to sit and read a good book. Starboard, facing aft, is a short ladder and hatch to the fly bridge. Forward, just by the sliding door is the lower helm.
Stepping down and forward you enter the guest stateroom with a small desk, side-by-side bunks, ample storage and a head with separate shower, nice vanity and electric toilet.
Turning to move aft, you find a room located just forward of the engine room that has quite a bit of potential. Currently to port is an elevated platform with a mattress; to starboard are the washer and dryer. This space could easily be crew quarters, converted to a storage room or remodeled as a large workroom. Aft through a smaller door is the engine room; aft of the engine room is another area for storage, accessed on your knees only.
You will be comfortable all year round with two sources of heat provided by a diesel furnace or electric heaters.
Boathouse for Sale: This boat is moored in a 26 x 62' boathouse. Note: the boathouse will not be sold until either the boat is transferred to another owner or they are purchased together. Boathouse: $225,000.00USD

3 burner Electric cooker/stove

Accommodation

Cooker/stove
Oven
Sink
Refrigerator
Freezer
Carpet
Curtains
Cabin heating
Pressurised water system
Hot water system
Microwave
Dishwasher
Washing Machine
Dryer

Boarding may be either via the swim step through a transom door to the cockpit or via stairs to enter the saloon and lower helm station through the mid-cabin sliding door.
If choosing to board aft via the cockpit, you enter the full width aft master stateroom. It is complete with a small desk and storage to port. The berth is athwartships on the starboard side with handsome head and footboards and side tables either side. The master head, with a shower/bathtub, sink and toilet, is tastefully appointed and wallpapered. The suite has a privacy door separating it from the galley.
Forward, the galley is to port. It is fully complemented with a three burner Princess electric stove and oven, side-by-side stainless sink, Norcold Fridge and Freezer, Sanyo front loading freezer, Amana Radarrange Microwave, a Kenmore dishwasher, generous counter space and cupboards. A breakfast bar and chairs are slightly elevated: a great space for eating or keeping the cook company but not getting in the way!
Forward is the full width saloon. In my opinion, the large windows throughout give it an expansive feel; the beautiful teak interior (which appears to be in excellent condition) makes the boat very warm and inviting. The salon settee, chairs and table beckon me to sit and read a good book. Starboard, facing aft, is a short ladder and hatch to the fly bridge. Forward, just by the sliding door is the lower helm.
Stepping down and forward you enter the guest stateroom with a small desk, side-by-side bunks, ample storage and a head with separate shower, nice vanity and electric toilet.
Turning to move aft, you find a room located just forward of the engine room that has quite a bit of potential. Currently to port is an elevated platform with a mattress; to starboard are the washer and dryer. This space could easily be crew quarters, converted to a storage room or remodeled as a large workroom. Aft through a smaller door is the engine room; aft of the engine room is another area for storage, accessed on your knees only.
You will be comfortable all year round with two sources of heat provided by a diesel furnace or electric heaters.
Boathouse for Sale: This boat is moored in a 26 x 62' boathouse. Note: the boathouse will not be sold until either the boat is transferred to another owner or they are purchased together. Boathouse: $225,000.00USD

3 burner Electric cooker/stove

Deck Gear

Fenders
Boathook
Davits
Swim Platform
Swim Ladder
Instrument Covers

Electric Plath windlass
1 anchors
(Sea Hook)
21.34m of chain
60.96m of warp
Avon dinghy (1995)
(Inflatable)
15hp outboard, Mercury, Short Shaft (1995)
Anchor: 65 lb Sea Hook
Chain: est. 70' 3/8" galvanized
Rode: est. 200' 5/8" braided nylon.
Dinghy: 11' Avon
Swim platform: fiberglass
12v Winch on swing boom on fly bridge for launching dinghy.

Nav Equipment

Compass
Speed
Radar
VHF
GPS
Chart plotter
Stereo
Clock
Barometer
Navigation lights

Compass: Ritchie
Radar: Raymarine C80
GPS: Garmin Echomap 70s
VHF: Icom ic-m59 (2)
Fathometer: Raytheon ST60 (2)
Hand held loud hailer
SeaWatch 2020 TV Antena

Safety Equipment

Life jackets
Life buoys
Horn

4 bilge pumps (1 manual / 3 Electric)

Bilge pumps: Rule 12vDC
*1750gph - forward engine room
*3500gph - two; 1 auto, 1 manual. aft of engine.
*1500gph - lazarette

Broker's Comments

VIRTUAL TOUR - VIDEO - 80 TO 100 PHOTOS - FULL SPECS CAN BE VIEWED OF THIS 1979 NORDLUND 53.
Nordlund Yachts is a well-known and respected builder of quality yachts in the Pacific Northwest. This yacht is a classic and represents her era well. She is solid, has been kept in a boathouse the majority of her life, the hull and interior show no damage and engines have been professionally maintained. Work completed May 2019: new bottom paint, new zincs, majority of the brightwork refurbished and exterior and interior professionally detailed.
Owner reports she will cruise comfortably at 9 knot consuming only approximately 8 gallons/hour. Engines have approximately 2700 hours per engine.

In my opinion, she is stately with great lines and has a beautiful, clean teak interior. Though dated, all of her electronics and galley equipment are operational. She would be a great live aboard or potential charter; there is plenty of room for a large family or friends.

These boat details are subject to contract.
Note: Offers on the asking price may be considered.

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