Name: 1998 Defender Cruiser (Sold)
Brand: Defender
SKU: 1764845592337
Price: 349008 USD
Availability: SoldOut

Introducing a unique 1998 55-foot Defender, a semi-custom built island cruiser designed for exploring the beautiful islands. With a shallow draft of just 3.5 feet and prop pocket tunnels, this boat is perfect for navigating shallow waters. Enjoy spacious open living areas and an expansive covered deck, all while cruising comfortably at a speed of fifteen knots. The large aft deck features synthetic teak decking, two built-in top-load freezers, LED spreader lights, and a generous outdoor living space. The boat boasts a stunning seafoam and oyster white awlgrip finish, complemented by Phifertex window shades that keep the interior cool. Additional highlights include a large swim platform, a covered flybridge with an extended Bimini top, and an upper deck shade cover. For electronics, she comes equipped with a Fusion Bluetooth music system, Garmin GPS, autopilot, radar, two VHF radios, LED underwater lights, and a reverse osmosis water maker system. The helm and flybridge are fitted with an A/C system and an eisenglass enclosure, along with a full-size washer and propane dryer. Inside the salon/galley, you'll find a 42” flat screen TV, another Fusion Bluetooth music system, an L-shaped couch, two refrigerators, a freezer and ice maker, and a stove/oven. The interior features LED lighting, Corian countertops, and four barrel chairs. The master stateroom includes a new A/C system, flat screen TV, DVD player, new carpet, and an en-suite head. The forward cabin accommodates four bunks and includes a hanging closet and head. Powering this vessel are twin 1998 Caterpillar 3406 550hp engines with approximately 1500 hours (serviced in March 2021), featuring a Balmar marine alternator system and large heat exchangers. The boat is equipped with six new Group 31 AGM batteries and a 2016 Phasor K-4 generator (21kw) housed in a sound enclosure (also serviced in March 2021). Additional features include a 500 GPD R/O water maker, a Kilopac genset (serviced March 2021), a battery bank with charger for generators, and four fiberglass fuel tanks totaling 1200 gallons. There are two fresh water pumps (one 12V and one 110), two Dometic A/C pumps, Tides dripless shaft seals, smart boost low voltage protection, and a bow thruster with battery bank and charging system. This boat is Bahamas duty paid and registered.

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Sold Listing: Introducing a unique 1998 55-foot Defender, a semi-custom built island cruiser designed for exploring the beautiful islands. With a shallow draft of just 3.5 feet and prop pocket tunnels, this boat is perfect for navigating shallow waters. Enjoy spacious open living areas and an expansive covered de…

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