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Hatteras Yacht Fish for sale (1979) in KEY WEST, Florida, United States

$249,000 USD

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The 1979 Hatteras Yacht Fish, located in Key West, United States, is an exemplar of classic nautical design combined with modern enhancements. This 17.68-metre Hatteras Yacht Sport is renowned for its substantial fiberglass construction, providing a solid and reliable ride appreciated by serious boaters. The yacht features a versatile 3-stateroom, 3-head layout perfect for island cruising, liveaboard comfort, or extended anchorage stays. Inside, the separation and privacy offered are complemented by generous natural light in the salon. Notably, upgrades such as the solar power system and lithium batteries afford complete anchoring autonomy, reducing dependence on shore power and fuel consumption for enhanced self-sufficiency. Additional improvements include a re-power to Cummings engines, new electronics, radar, and water maker enhancements, ensuring reliability and comfort. This vessel represents an affordable entry into quality cruising while retaining the timeless allure of Hatteras Yachts' proven hull design and modern freedom for island exploration.

About this Hatteras Yacht Fish

General information
Make/model
Hatteras Yacht Fish
Price
$249,000 USD
Category
Used power boat for sale
Year
1979
Location
KEY WEST, Florida, United States

The timeless design of the Hatteras Yacht Sport meets modern independence in this well-equipped 1979 3-stateroom / 3-head layout is an ideal platform for island cruising, liveaboard comfort, or extended time on the hook.


Built during Hatteras’ legendary era of heavy fiberglass construction, this Yacht Sport delivers the solid ride and classic lines serious boaters appreciate. Inside, the 3/3 layout offers excellent separation and privacy. A spacious master stateroom, two comfortable guest cabins, and two full heads. The salon provides generous natural light and an inviting space to relax after a day underway.


What truly sets this vessel apart is its upgraded self-sufficiency. Equipped with a solar power system, she is designed to cruise and anchor comfortably without relying constantly on shore power or running a generator around the clock. For island hopping or extended stays in remote anchorages, this is a major advantage to having quiet nights, reduced fuel burn, and true independence.


Additional upgrades and improvements throughout the vessel enhance both reliability and livability, making her a practical option for someone seeking classic Hatteras quality without the price tag of newer yachts.


If you’re looking for:

• A true 3-stateroom / 3-head layout

• Solid offshore-capable construction

• Modern solar capability for anchoring autonomy

• An affordable entry into quality cruising


This 1979 Hatteras Yacht Sport deserves your attention.


Classic lines. Proven hull. Modern freedom to cruise the islands on your terms.

Upgrades 2026 

Lithium batteries 5 Epoch 12V 314Ah Eco Series LiFePO4 (6 year warranty)

Victron Energy 2 Orion-Tr Smart 12/12-30A

2 new Sea R.O. Membranes for water maker 500 gal. per day. 

Bottom Paint 


Major improvements since 2012:


Re-power from the Detroit 871 and replaced with Cummings 6B 210 hp with twin disc three to one gear. (836 hours as of 3/2026)

Phasor Marine 17.5 KW generator.

Converted 32 V DC system to 12 V DC system.

Installed three new Marine 12 V heads.

Two new AC units installed.

New electronics and radar.

1300 W of solar panels with 3000 W converter.


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Measurements
Length overall
58'0"
Propulsion
Fuel
Diesel
Maximum speed
14 mph
Cruising speed
12 mph
Accommodation
Number of cabins
3
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Broker/Dealer Information

Tampa Yacht Sales, INC - Tampa Yacht Sales

Mr Shane Faunce
970 Lake Carillon Drive
Suite 300
Florida
33716
United States
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