Name: Florida Bay Coasters 53 Trawler 1991
Brand: Florida Bay Coasters
Price: 349999 USD
Availability: OutOfStock

Offered as-is, Venture On is a remarkable vessel that came into storage under its own power in November 2024, running flawlessly. While she requires a cosmetic uplift and some updates, her hull is robust and dependable. Currently stored on land, she can be easily launched for sea trials and mechanical inspections at the buyer's expense. 

Known as the Lady of Lake Michigan, this 1991 Florida Bay Coaster has graced the Chicago Skyline since 1996, spending winters at River City and summers at Burnham Harbor. Venture On epitomizes liveaboard luxury with exceptional sea-keeping capabilities. The Florida Bay Coaster has garnered a dedicated following among seasoned mariners, a testament to its quality. Notably, Billy Joel once owned a stunning 65 Coaster named 'Red Head.' 

Designed by the renowned Jay Benford of Benford Designs, this 62-ton powerhouse can take you wherever your adventures lead, all while ensuring your safety. Equipped with twin Perkins M135 diesels, she is both economical and built to last. If off-grid living appeals to you, she boasts a substantial capacity of 1000 gallons for both water and fuel, along with 300 gallons of waste storage. Her twin Onan generators can provide power for weeks when necessary. 

With three staterooms, an office, two heads, a full-size galley, dining room, spacious salon, and a stand-up engine room complete with a tool shop, Venture On is ready to become a wonderful home for her next owner. For the past 29 years, she has been cherished by an enthusiastic captain and has operated exclusively on Lake Michigan since 1996. With her bow thruster, formidable keel, and propellers, she maneuvers with grace around the dock, making her a joy to navigate. 

Her mast can be folded down, and side rails are removable, allowing her to fit under the fixed bridges of Chicago with ease. 

A fantastic article highlighting her passionate owner can be found here: ww.cds.org/news/member-snapshots/snapshot-details/douglas-james.

Florida Bay Coasters 53 Trawler 1991

Florida Bay Coasters

Offered as-is, Venture On is a remarkable vessel that came into storage under its own power in November 2024, running flawlessly. While she requires a cosmetic uplift and some updates, her hull is robust and dependable. Currently stored on land, she can be easily launched for sea trials and mechanical inspections at the buyer's expense. 

Known as the Lady of Lake Michigan, this 1991 Florida Bay Coaster has graced the Chicago Skyline since 1996, spending winters at River City and summers at Burnham Harbor. Venture On epitomizes liveaboard luxury with exceptional sea-keeping capabilities. The Florida Bay Coaster has garnered a dedicated following among seasoned mariners, a testament to its quality. Notably, Billy Joel once owned a stunning 65 Coaster named 'Red Head.' 

Designed by the renowned Jay Benford of Benford Designs, this 62-ton powerhouse can take you wherever your adventures lead, all while ensuring your safety. Equipped with twin Perkins M135 diesels, she is both economical and built to last. If off-grid living appeals to you, she boasts a substantial capacity of 1000 gallons for both water and fuel, along with 300 gallons of waste storage. Her twin Onan generators can provide power for weeks when necessary. 

With three staterooms, an office, two heads, a full-size galley, dining room, spacious salon, and a stand-up engine room complete with a tool shop, Venture On is ready to become a wonderful home for her next owner. For the past 29 years, she has been cherished by an enthusiastic captain and has operated exclusively on Lake Michigan since 1996. With her bow thruster, formidable keel, and propellers, she maneuvers with grace around the dock, making her a joy to navigate. 

Her mast can be folded down, and side rails are removable, allowing her to fit under the fixed bridges of Chicago with ease. 

A fantastic article highlighting her passionate owner can be found here: ww.cds.org/news/member-snapshots/snapshot-details/douglas-james. - 1760452498120

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