This boat is perfect for the cruising boater who wants classic lines, bullet proof construction and get home in any weather assurance!
Don't let the hours scare you, as, this gem has had absolute top care and maintenance since new. These engines run like a top!
The interior of this boat was redone by an interior designer in 2000. The interior is in like new condition!
Her bottom was completely stripped in 2003 with four barrier coats of epoxy sealer applied before being painted. The bottom was repainted in April of 2011. She is ready to cruise or fish!!
Updates and maintenance has occured as needed or scheduled by her owner. EVERYTHING on this boat works. I know that is hard to believe, but, the owners of this boat cannot stand it if a system or even a light bulb doesn't work
If you are looking for a two stateroom convertible that you can move your gear onto and cruise or fish today then Escape is your next boat!! Contact listing broker with questions today!! Stock ID: 87766Specs
Water Capacity: 165
Beam: 174
Weight (w/base engine): 41000
Cruising Speed: 21
Draft: 50
Fuel Capacity: 470
Length Overall (LOA): 43'
Features and OptionsSaloncolor=blue>
The interior of this boat was upgraded and updated in 2000 by a professional interior decorator. I would rate this interior as a 9+. You will not find a boat of this age with an interior this nice! The leather sofa and two occasional chairs not only look great, but, are very comfortable as well!!
Leather sofa to starboard
Two leather chairs with table to port
Air conditioning and heating
Upgraded digital controls for air and heat
Wet bar with U Line icemaker-port aft
Wood blinds
Clear salon carpet protector is always in place
15 inch HD flat panel TV with DVD
Pioneer stereo with CD player
Hatteras timeless craftsmanship and eleganceLower Helm Stationcolor=blue>
At the forward starboard portion of the salon you will find a fully functional lower helm control station. This station has a full engine gauge package and a digital depth finder. This lower station will be appreciated in any type of inclement weather you may experience while cruising.Galleycolor=blue>
The galley is located down a few steps from the salon to port. She is a complete galley perfect for long range cruising, vacations or just that long relaxing weekend. Upright full sized refrigerator and freezer is new from 2007. Everything on this boat works, including all of her galley equipment. Floor is a good looking and easy to maintain with wihite wooden flooring.Full size upright refrigerator with freezer (2007)
Microwave
Stainless steel sink
Hot water system
Tons of storage
Coffee maker
Garbage disposal
Three burner electric stove
Oven
Counter top toaster oven
Exhaust fan
Icemaker (located in salon)Master Stateroomcolor=blue>
The master stateroom is across from the galley to starboard which features twin bed and private access to the head and shower.Soft goods all new in 2000 and still look like new
Twin beds with night stand between
Huge hanging locker
Private access to head and shower
Opening deck hatch provides light and natural ventilation
Drawers below the beds and the night stand-this boat has an incredible amount of storage throughoutForward Guest Stateroomcolor=blue>
The guest stateroom is forward. It features a large V berth and also includes a sink and seat for dressing. Fabrics in this stateroom also look like new!! A large deck hatch provides excellent light and natural ventilation when desired.Head and Showercolor=blue>
The head features Groco electric flush head with macerator. The separate shower stall is spacious and functional. Excellent lighting and ventilation with opening port light. Plenty of storage throughout this boat and the head is no exception. Everything is in excellent condition and sparkling clean!!Engines, Mechanical and Electricalcolor=blue>
As noted prior this boat gets ongoing maintenance monthly. Her oils and filters were changed in March of 2010. Escape features the dependable and long lasting Detroit 6V92TI engines rated at 450 hp. Do not let the 2400 hours scare you away from this boat. She has had absolute top care and maintenance since day one and these engines run like a top! These engines will do great through marine survey and for many years to come. Generator was replaced in 1998 and only has 500 hours. This boat is a must see including her stand tall engine room. It is hard to believe this boat is a 1979 model!!Twin Detroit 6V92TI engines with 2400 hours
Engine fresh water cooling
Batery parallel switch
8.5KW Kuboto generator with 500 hours
Generator replaced in 1998
Sound shield for generator
Oil transfer system
Manual engine shut down system
Glendinning engine synchronizer
Spare props
Dripless shaft logs
Two inch stainless steel shafts
Remote racor 1000MA fuel filters for main engines
Remote racor 500MA for generator
4 8D with on/off switches (2 port batteries replaced in 2004)
Battery charging system
Twin 30 amp shore power with cords
50 amp to 30 amp Y adapter
Ladder for easy access to and from engine room
CO2 fire suppression systemCockpit and Exteriorcolor=blue>
The 43 Convertible has the perfect size cockpit which is excellent for entertaining and large enough for a crew to go offshore fishing. The exterior was repainted prior to 2000. This boat will always carry the classic Hatteras look and solid ride!Swim platform with ladder
Transom door for easy cockpit entry
Teak cockpit covering boards
Cockpit combing pads (new in 2004)
Cockpit sink/ bait prep station
Bait freezer
Rod holders (4)
Bow pulpit
Two dunnage boxes for storage mounted on forward deck
Exterior windshield sun screen
Exterior windshield solid privacy cover
Simpson-Lawrence windlass with chain and rode
Three opening deck hatches
Cockpit 12V lighting
Fresh water and salt water cockpit washdownsFlybridge and Electronicscolor=blue>
The bridge on this boat is perfect for cruising, fishing and especially entertaining. The helm is aft, so, you have an excellent view of the cockpit for fishing and when backing into your slip. There is a large bench seat to port and a large bench seat across the front of the helm console. This layout offers lots of open room on the bridge, plus, seating for 10 adults. Electronics have some age, but, all are fully functional and practical.L shaped bridge bench
Bench seat in front of helm console
Two captains chairs
Radar-JRC with 48 mile range
Radar is new from 1998
GPS/chart plotter-Northstar Navigator 951X
Northstar unit is new from 1998
Autopilot-Cetrec 715-also new from 1998
VHF radio-Standard Horizon (new in 2009)
Fish finder-SiTex color CV5 Mark II
Digital depth finder-Datamarine
Compass-Danforth 6 inch
Remote control spotlight with bridge control
Windlass with bridge control and forward deck foot switches
Trim tab controlBottom Paint Updatecolor=blue>It is no surprise that this bottom had many coats of paint that had built up over the years. Her current owner had the bottom stripped clean in 2004. Four coats of epoxy sealer were applied prior to the bottom being repainted. This is an example of the care and maintenance that this boat has had that virtually no other boat this age has had the benefit of. This boat is her owners pride and joy which you will see as soon as you step on board. The bottom was repainted in April of 2011.Exclusionscolor=blue>Owners personal effects, tools and one picture located in the galley.Broker Commentscolor=blue>Anytime you can buy a boat from a knowledgeable hands on owner you are ahead of the game form the beginning. Escape has had that knowledgeable and proud owner from day one until now. Her current owner would have no problem filling her fuel tanks and heading for the islands tomorrow, the boat is that dependable and well maintained. All original Hatteras owners manuals are included. This boat even has all of the original Hatteras schematics and wiring diagrams included. Call listing broker with questions or better yet, come and see this gem for yourself!!
Category: Powerboats
Water Capacity: 165 gal
Type: Open Fisherman
Holding Tank Details:
Manufacturer: Hatteras Yachts
Holding Tank Size:
Model: 43 CONVERTIBLE
Passengers: 0
Year: 1979
Sleeps: 0
Length/LOA: 43' 0"
Hull Designer:
Price: $79,900 / €61,400
Engine Manufacturer: Detroit Diesel
Condition: Unavailable
Engine Model: 6V92TI
Boat's Name: ESCAPE
Engine Type: Inboard, Other
Stock Number: 87766
Number of Engines: 2
Location: Wilmington, NC 28480
United States
Engine Drive: Other
Beam: 14' 6"
Horsepower: 450 hp
Draft: 4' 2"
Engine Year: 0
LWL:
Engine Volume:
Displacement: 0 t
Engine Hours: 2400
Ballast:
Fuel Type: Diesel
HIN: 43C318
Fuel Capacity: 470 gal
Hull Material: Fiberglass/Composite
Propeller Type: Other
Number of Hulls: 1
Keel Type:
Propeller Material:
Sail Area:
Cruise Speed: 21 knots / 24.17 mph / 38.89 kph
Boat Ad Last Revised: [removed phone]:30:05
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