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1982 Hatteras 56 Motor Yacht “'ELIXIR'” Priced for quick sale

56 ft · St Petersburg, FL

$139,900

FYI Yachts is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Edwards Yacht Sales.

1982 Hatteras 56 Wide Body yacht docked in a marina under clear blue skies.

Description

1982 Hatteras 56 Widebody Motor Yacht - "ELIXIR'

'ELIXIR' has a three-stateroom, three-head floorplan with galley down that compares to larger yachts for space and comfort. The wheelhouse is open to salon providing near 360-degree helm visibility.

The Hatteras 56 Motor Yacht is notable in that she was the first Hatteras Motor Yacht to use thesuper wide double chine Hatteras hull design-the same hull later used in the production of a dozen subsequent Hatteras models.

Powered by twin Detroit Diesel 8V92TAs in separate engine rooms provide excellent service access, she'll cruise comfortably at 15-16 knots with max speed around 18 knots.

Her spacious semi-enclosed aft deck is ideal for serious entertaining activities.

ELIXIR's features include:

  • NEW Fresh Bottom Job (July 2025)
  • Custom 12' - 20' Vetrus Bimini on Flybridge
  • Custom Extended Sim Platform with Toy Box (Vessel LOA - 63')
  • Garmin Electronics and Auto Pilots at Lower Helm and Upper helm
  • Aft Deck Engine controls-
  • (2) Northern Lights Generators (20KW & 12 KW)
  • NEW A/C System raw water pump (October 2025)
  • NEW (4) Rule 2000 32 VDC Bilge Pumps with Float Switches Aug. 2025

Non-Functioning Features (full description available)

  • (2) of the five reverse-cycle A/C units
  • Naiad Fin Stabilizers System
  • Vetus Bow Thruster
  • Inverter / Charger
  • Village Marine 800 GPD Water Maker (runs but not tested)
  • Washer Dryer
  • Bow Cabin ensuite head toilet not connected
  • Nautical Structures 1500 Tender Davit (currently under repair)

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Specifications

Overview

Asking Price
$139,900
Year
1982
Make
Hatteras
Model
56 Motor Yacht
Builder
AMF
Condition
Used
Type
Motor Yachts, Flybridge
Hull Material
Fiberglass
Location
St Petersburg, FLApproximate area

Dimensions & Weight

LOA
56.25 ft (17.1 m)
Beam
18.17 ft (5.54 m)
Draft
4.92 ft (1.5 m)
Bridge Clearance
18.83 ft (5.74 m)
Cabin Headroom
6.42 ft (1.96 m)
Dry Weight
74,000 lb (33,566 kg)

Performance

Cruising Speed
15 kn
Max Speed
18 kn

Engines & Propulsion

Number of Engines
2
Total Power
1,300 hp
Total Hours
7,463 hrs
Fuel Type
Diesel
Drive Type
Direct
Engine 1 (Port)
Detroit Diesel 8V92TA · 650 hp · 3,932 hrs · 1982 · Inboard · Direct · 4 Blade, Other
Engine 2 (Starboard)
Detroit Diesel 8V92TA · 650 hp · 3,531 hrs · 1982 · Inboard · Direct · 4 Blade, Other

Tankage

Fuel
1,020 gal (3,861 L) · 1 tank
Fresh Water
350 gal (1,325 L) · 1 tank
Holding
210 gal (795 L) · 1 tank

Accommodations

Cabins
3
Heads
3

Equipment & Systems

Windlass
Electric
Electrical
110 V

Full Details

Accommodations

Below deck, the galley is down in the resulting in an expansive main deck area with the salon completely open to the wheelhouse.

There are three staterooms and three heads (one not connected) on the lower level including a full-beam master with walkaround queen berth and ensuite head with tub/shower.

The amidships VIP stateroom has twin berths, and the second guest stateroom is forward with over/under berths and private ensuite head.

Split walk-in engine rooms flank the corridor leading aft to the master stateroom, and a currently non-functioning washer/dryer is located at the base of the companionway steps.

Double doors open from the spacious salon to the semi-enclosed aft deck with hardtop and enclosure panels. Wing doors open to the wide side decks of the vessel.

Topside, the flybridge has three helm chairs forward and facing settees aft with a grill and wet-bar under a Custom 12' - 20' Bimini.

Main Salon & Aft Deck

  • Teak Interior
  • Head Liner in Great Condition
  • Custom bookcase and TV cabinet
  • Wine Cooler
  • Flat Screen TV
  • Teak blinds
  • Port Etched glass partition to lower helm
  • Double doors to sundeck
  • Overhead lighting
  • Two end tables, one on each side of sofas
  • Custom Coffee Table

Alt Deck

  • Aft Engine Controls
  • Custom table with 4 Chair
  • Beverage / Cocktail Bar
  • Deep Freezer
  • Access to Upper Deck and Bridge

Master Stateroom

Master Stateroom is private - roomy - comfortable and as rest of vessel. Plenty of storage and large double doored closet and an ensuite head.

Master Stateroom:

  • Full beam aft stateroom
  • Queen berth w/ built-in end tables to each side
  • Vanity with storage
  • Large Cedar lined hanging locker
  • Fully carpeted
  • Mirrored closet doors
  • Abundant drawer storage
  • Port lights w/ drapes
  • Flat Screen TV
  • Ensuite head.

Ensuite Head:

  • Electric Head
  • Sink and countertop
  • Mirrored vanity
  • Tub and shower
  • Medicine Cabinet

Guest Staterooms

Midship VIP Stateroom:

  • Port side w/ twin berths
  • Built-in nightstand
  • Storage below berths
  • Hanging locker
  • Port lights
  • Reading Lights
  • A/C controls

Midship Head:

  • Electric Head
  • Sink and countertop
  • Large Enclosed Shower
  • Mirrored vanity
  • Medicine Cabinet

Forward Guest Stateroom:

  • Dual Bunks to Starboard
  • Plenty of storage
  • Hanging locker
  • Anchor locker access
  • Private (non-functioning) Electric head w/ Enclosed shower stall
  • Portlights

Galley

  • U-Shaped galley to Port
  • Abundant over and under storage
  • Formica Countertops
  • Kenmore dishwasher
  • NEW Side-by-side refrigerator and freezer (2024)
  • Kenmore Electric Oven w/
  • Four Burner Kenmore Electric Stovetop
  • Microwave oven
  • Parquet flooring
  • Generator room access (below)
  • Food Prep and storage area to Starboard

Electronics

Pilothouse Helm Station:

  • Naiad Hydraulic Stabilizer Controls (non-functioning)
  • Furuno NavNet chart plotter
  • Garmin GPSmap 1040XS
  • Garmon Echomap 50 DV
  • Garmin Auto Pilot
  • Furuno 14" radar
  • Icom IC-MI25 Marine VHF Radio
  • Datamarine Depth sounder & log
  • Stainless Steel Destroyer wheel
  • Full Engine Instrumentation
  • BOSE Entertainment control
  • Ship system panel
  • Bench Seating with Chart Storage
  • Storage area
  • Vetus Bow Thruster Control (non-functioning)

Flybridge Helm Station:

  • Three Captain's Chairs
  • Furuno NavNet Displays
  • Garmin GPSmap 1040XS
  • Garmin Auto Pilot
  • NavNet Graphic Display
  • Uniden Marine VHF Radio
  • Furuno Open Array Radar
  • Ritchie Light Compass
  • Full Engine Instrumentation
  • Stainless Steel Destroyer wheel
  • Naiad Marine Stabilizer System (non-functioning)
  • Vetus Bow Thruster Control (non-functioning)

Electrical

  • 20kw Northern Lights M844LK Diesel Generator - 9236 Hrs. (2004)
  • 12kw Northern Lights Diesel Generator - 6540 Hrs. (2005)
  • AC/DC Electrical Panels Located at Lower Helm
  • C 9000 Series Battery charger
  • (3) 50ft 50 Amp shore cords
  • 32V DC ship system
  • (4) GC8 Batteries for Each Main Engine 32 VDC
  • Inverter (non-functioning) (wiring / battery / boxes controls in place)
  • Numerous GFCI Outlets
  • (5) Zone A/C and Heat (2 ) Non Functioning)
  • 20 Gallon Water Heater Safe-T-Hot

Mechanical

Powered by Twin Detroit Diesel 8V92TAs

  • Allison Transmissions Reduction 2:2
  • Nibral 4-Blade Props 30 - 32
  • Glendinning synchronizers
  • Hydraulic Steering
  • Fireboy Halon system
  • Racor Fuel Filters
  • Bronze Struts
  • Bronze Rudders
  • Bennett Trim Tabs
  • NEW (4) Rule 2000 32 VDC Bilge Pumps with Float Switches Aug. 2025
  • (2) spare Bilge pumps aboard

Hull and Deck

Flybridge:

  • Custom 12' - 20' Bimini Top on Flybridge
  • Radar Arch with Courtesy Lighting
  • Comfortable Lounge Chairs
  • Aft Nautical Structures 1500 Dinghy Davit (under repair)
  • Tender Chocks
  • Propane Grill with Refrigerator
  • Two Person Hamock

Aft Deck & Swim Platform:

  • Large Opening Windows Port and Starboard
  • Teak Bridge ladder
  • Wing doors to Forward Deck
  • Beverage bar with Fridge, and Bottle storage
  • Carpet in Great Condition
  • Wicker chairs w/ comfy cushions
  • Teak tables
  • Salon access through double doors
  • Custom Extended Swim platform with Boarding ladder
  • Large Storage Box on Swim Platform for Dive Tanks and Gear

Forward Deck:

  • Forward deck seating
  • (2) Large Deck Boxes
  • Large Foredeck Sunpad
  • Wide side decks
  • Teak handrails
  • Pulpit and Windlass w/Cover
  • Galley Maid Windlass Deck Controls
  • Forward Deck Hatch
  • (3) Windshield Wipers
  • Stainless Steel Mooring Cleats
  • Fortress Anchor + 65# Lewmar Anchor
  • Rode Galvanized Chain

Photos (50)

  • 1982 Hatteras 56 Wide Body yacht docked in a marina under clear blue skies.
  • Custom 12' - 20' Bimini
  • 1982 Hatteras 56 Wide Body yacht deck with mooring ropes and docked boats.
  • 1982 Hatteras 56 Wide Body yacht docked in a scenic marina.
  • 1982 Hatteras 56 Wide Body yacht helm with wooden interior and navigation equipment.
  • Garmin Electronics
  • Furuno Electronics
  • Interior of 1982 Hatteras 56 Wide Body yacht with cozy seating and nautical decor.
  • Interior of 1982 Hatteras 56 Wide Body yacht with cozy seating and wooden accents.
  • Interior of 1982 Hatteras 56 Wide Body yacht with cozy seating and wooden accents.
  • Interior view of 1982 Hatteras 56 Wide Body yacht with wooden accents and outdoor seating area.
  • AFT DECK
  • AFT DECK
  • AFT DECK
  • Control panel on 1982 Hatteras 56 Wide Body yacht, overlooking water.
  • Interior of 1982 Hatteras 56 Wide Body yacht with ladder and cushioned seating.
  • Stairway leading below deck on 1982 Hatteras 56 Wide Body yacht.
  • Luxurious 1982 Hatteras 56 Wide Body yacht with spacious deck and scenic marina view.
  • Luxurious 1982 Hatteras 56 Wide Body yacht with spacious deck and marina view.
  • 1982 Hatteras 56 Wide Body yacht helm with three seats, overlooking marina and hills.
  • Upper Helm Electronics
  • 1982 Hatteras 56 Wide Body yacht deck with striped seating, overlooking marina.
  • Cabinet on 1982 Hatteras 56 Wide Body yacht deck, featuring sleek design and chrome handle.
  • Outdoor grill on 1982 Hatteras 56 Wide Body yacht, docked by the water.
  • Open mini fridge on 1982 Hatteras 56 Wide Body yacht, stocked with beverages.
  • 1982 Hatteras 56 Wide Body yacht docked in a scenic marina with surrounding hills.
  • 1982 Hatteras 56 Wide Body yacht kitchen with wood flooring and modern appliances.
  • Modern kitchen inside a 1982 Hatteras 56 Wide Body yacht with stainless steel appliances.
  • Kitchen interior of 1982 Hatteras 56 Wide Body yacht with modern appliances and cabinetry.
  • Interior view of 1982 Hatteras 56 Wide Body yacht, featuring wooden flooring and hallway.
  • Narrow hallway inside 1982 Hatteras 56 Wide Body yacht, featuring wooden flooring and cabin doors.
  • Cozy bedroom in 1982 Hatteras 56 Wide Body yacht with wood paneling and a TV.
  • 1982 Hatteras 56 Wide Body cabin with twin beds, wooden interior, and nautical decor.
  • 1982 Hatteras 56 Wide Body yacht bathroom with shower, sink, and mirror.
  • 1982 Hatteras 56 Wide Body yacht bathroom with shower, sink, and storage cabinets.
  • Shower area inside 1982 Hatteras 56 Wide Body yacht, featuring glass door and white interior.
  • Narrow hallway inside 1982 Hatteras 56 Wide Body yacht with wooden flooring and multiple doors.
  • Interior of 1982 Hatteras 56 Wide Body yacht with storage and bunk bed.
  • Engine compartment of 1982 Hatteras 56 Wide Body yacht, showing mechanical components and wiring.
  • Starboard Engine Room
  • Starboard Engine Hours
  • Port Engine Room
  • Port Engine Hours
  • Battery charger labeled "9000 Series" on a 1982 Hatteras 56 Wide Body yacht.
  • Generator Room Access
  • Nothern Lights 12KW Genset
  • Engine room of 1982 Hatteras 56 Wide Body yacht with generator.
  • 800 GPD Water Maker
  • 1982 Hatteras 56 Wide Body - 'ELIXIR'

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The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.