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1996 Jim Smith 60 Sportfish “Lay Line” New arrival

60 ft · Charleston, SC

$1,150,000

FYI Yachts is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Silver King Yachts.

1996 Jim Smith 60 Sportfish yacht on calm water under clear blue sky.

Description

1996 Jim Smith 60’ Sportfish

“Lay Line”

Location : Charleston, South Carolina

Builder: Jim Smith Tournament Boats
Builder Location: Stuart, Florida

Overview

“Lay Line” is a pedigree Jim Smith 60’ Sportfish — tournament-proven, extensively updated, and turnkey for the 2026 season.

Built by the legendary Jim Smith in Stuart, Florida, she delivers the ride, speed, and fishability that serious anglers demand. This 60’ platform is known for her efficient hull design, soft ride, and impressive cruise numbers.

Powered by Twin MAN 1200 HP diesels, she cruises at an impressive 34 knots at 2000 RPM burning approximately 85 GPH, giving her serious tournament range with a 1,200-gallon fuel capacity.

Over the past two years, “Lay Line” has received substantial mechanical, electrical, and cosmetic upgrades including new Garmin electronics, Omni sonar, gensets, Glendinning controls, bottom job, injectors, and more.

This is a rare opportunity to own a highly updated Jim Smith without waiting years for a build slot.

Performance

  • Cruise: 34 knots @ 2000 RPM
  • Fuel Burn: ~85 GPH
  • Fuel Capacity:1,200 gallons
    • 900-gallon aft tank
    • 300-gallon forward tank

Mechanical & Engine Room

Main Engines

  • Twin MAN 1200 HP
  • Approx. 9,500 hours
  • New Bosch injectors (2025)
  • 1,000-hour services completed (2025)
  • Oil change September 2025
  • New forward motor mounts (2025)
  • New cutlass bearings (2025)
  • Props reconditioned (2025)
  • Engines: MAN model #D2842LE406
  • Serial Numbers: Engine 1 : 7007765100A3 Engine 2 : 7007765100A3

Generators

  • Twin Phasor 17kW gensets (2025) 130hrs
    • Installed by A&J Boat Works

Additional Mechanical Upgrades

  • New bow thruster (2024)
  • New Glendinning controls (2024)
  • New ElectroSea system (2024)
  • New battery chargers (2024)
  • New batteries (2024)
  • New bottom paint and zincs (2025) – Ross Marine, Charleston SC

Electronics & Navigation

  • New Garmin electronics package (2024)
    • (3) Garmin GPSMAP 9219 series
    • (1) Tower MFD
    • (1) Cockpit MFD
    • New Garmin autopilot
    • New VHF radios
  • Furuno Omni 8 Sonar (2025) – installed by A&J Boat Works
  • Sionyx night vision
  • Starlink satellite internet (2025)
  • New light bar (2025)
  • New LED lighting (tower down)
  • Garmin Reactor 40 Auto Pilot
  • Sirius XM Weather / Fish Mapping

Cockpit & Fishing Equipment

Built to compete.

  • 100-gallon port livewell
  • Chiller plates in fish box
  • Step box freezer
  • Refrigerators in bait tray area
  • 24V dredge power in cockpit
  • Twin Miya Epoch teaser reels
  • Murray Brothers helm chairs
  • Murray Brothers fighting chair
  • Mariteak rocket launcher (2024)
  • New faux transom (2025)
  • Spare props included
  • Davit and cradle included

Interior & Comfort

  • New wallpaper (2024)
  • New master head
  • New Dometic macerator system
  • New salon icemaker (2026)
  • Refrigeration updates throughout
  • New enclosure (2024)
  • New covers and aft sunshade

Safety Equipment

  • 8-man Viking life raft (repacked 2025)
  • EPIRB

Highlights Summary

Twin 17kW Phasor gensets (2025)
Furuno Omni 8 Sonar (2025)
$80k+ Garmin electronics package (2024)
New injectors & major engine services (2025)
34-knot cruise
New bottom paint (2025)
Tournament-ready cockpit
Bow thruster (2024)
Starlink (2025)

Broker Remarks

“Lay Line” is a serious offshore weapon with the pedigree of a Jim Smith and the updates of a much newer vessel. She represents a rare opportunity to step into a proven custom sportfish with extensive recent investment and no deferred maintenance.

Turnkey and ready for tournament or private program use.

Show by advanced appointment only.

Located in Charleston, South Carolina

Specifications

Overview

Asking Price
$1,150,000
Year
1996
Make
Jim Smith
Model
60 Sportfish
Builder
Jim Smith Tournament Boats
Condition
Used
Type
Sports Fishing Boats, Saltwater Fishing
Hull Material
Other
Location
Charleston, SCApproximate area

Dimensions & Weight

LOA
60 ft (18.3 m)
Beam
17.42 ft (5.31 m)
Draft
Drive up 4 ft (1.22 m)
Dry Weight
60,000 lb (27,216 kg)

Performance

Cruising Speed
34 kn
Propeller Cruising Speed
2,000 rpm

Engines & Propulsion

Number of Engines
2
Total Power
2,400 hp
Total Hours
19,000 hrs
Fuel Type
Diesel
Engines
2× MAN D2842LE406 · 1,200 hp each · 9,500 hrs · Inboard

Tankage

Fuel
1,200 gal (4,542 L) · 1 tank

Photos (48)

  • 1996 Jim Smith 60 Sportfish yacht on calm water with bridge in background.
  • 1996 Jim Smith 60 Sportfish yacht on calm water under clear blue sky.
  • Aerial view of 1996 Jim Smith 60 Sportfish yacht cruising on open water.
  • 1996 Jim Smith 60 Sportfish yacht cruising on open water under a clear blue sky.
  • Aerial view of 1996 Jim Smith 60 Sportfish yacht cruising on open water.
  • Bow of 1996 Jim Smith 60 Sportfish boat on calm water under clear sky.
  • 1996 Jim Smith 60 Sportfish yacht on calm ocean under clear blue sky.
  • Jim Smith 60 Sportfish 1996 boat tower against a clear blue sky.
  • Helm of 1996 Jim Smith 60 Sportfish boat with navigation system on calm water.
  • 1996 Jim Smith 60 Sportfish boat helm with ocean view, featuring sleek design and comfortable seating.
  • Luxurious helm of 1996 Jim Smith 60 Sportfish yacht with panoramic water views.
  • Control panel of 1996 Jim Smith 60 Sportfish boat with navigation screens and gauges.
  • Interior view of 1996 Jim Smith 60 Sportfish yacht with spacious seating and panoramic windows.
  • Spacious deck of 1996 Jim Smith 60 Sportfish yacht with comfortable seating.
  • 1996 Jim Smith 60 Sportfish yacht with blue sky background, featuring deck seating and fishing rods.
  • Jim Smith 60 Sportfish 1996 boat deck with wooden finish and fishing rod holders.
  • Luxurious 1996 Jim Smith 60 Sportfish yacht with spacious deck and seating area.
  • Jim Smith 60 Sportfish 1996 boat with Garmin display, ocean view, and fishing rod.
  • Luxurious teak deck and fishing station on 1996 Jim Smith 60 Sportfish yacht.
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  • Open hatch on 1996 Jim Smith 60 Sportfish boat with wooden deck.
  • Open storage compartment on 1996 Jim Smith 60 Sportfish boat with wooden deck.
  • Open hatch on 1996 Jim Smith 60 Sportfish boat deck, revealing mechanical components.
  • Engine compartment of 1996 Jim Smith 60 Sportfish boat, showcasing mechanical components.
  • Control panel of a 1996 Jim Smith 60 Sportfish boat, featuring fuel and water gauges.
  • Luxurious interior of a 1996 Jim Smith 60 Sportfish yacht with elegant wood finishes.
  • Luxurious wooden kitchen interior on 1996 Jim Smith 60 Sportfish yacht.
  • Wooden kitchen cabinetry with built-in microwave on a 1996 Jim Smith 60 Sportfish boat.
  • 1996 Jim Smith 60 Sportfish yacht kitchen with electric stovetop and wooden cabinetry.
  • Electrical panel inside 1996 Jim Smith 60 Sportfish yacht with wooden interior.
  • Narrow hallway inside 1996 Jim Smith 60 Sportfish yacht with wooden doors and cozy cabins.
  • Luxurious 1996 Jim Smith 60 Sportfish cabin with bunk beds and ensuite bathroom.
  • Luxurious bathroom in 1996 Jim Smith 60 Sportfish yacht with wood accents and modern fixtures.
  • Luxurious cabin interior of 1996 Jim Smith 60 Sportfish yacht with cozy bedding.
  • Luxurious cabin interior of a 1996 Jim Smith 60 Sportfish yacht, featuring wood paneling and a TV.
  • Bathroom interior of 1996 Jim Smith 60 Sportfish yacht with wooden cabinetry and modern fixtures.
  • Bathroom interior of 1996 Jim Smith 60 Sportfish yacht with shower and toilet.
  • Bunk beds in 1996 Jim Smith 60 Sportfish yacht cabin with blue anchor-themed bedding.
  • Luxurious bathroom and cabin interior of 1996 Jim Smith 60 Sportfish yacht.
  • Bunk beds in a 1996 Jim Smith 60 Sportfish yacht cabin with wood paneling.
  • Engine room of a 1996 Jim Smith 60 Sportfish boat, showcasing dual engines.
  • Engine room of a 1996 Jim Smith 60 Sportfish boat, showcasing detailed machinery.
  • Engine room of a 1996 Jim Smith 60 Sportfish boat, showcasing dual engines.
  • Engine room of 1996 Jim Smith 60 Sportfish with Phasor Marine generators.
  • Engine room of 1996 Jim Smith 60 Sportfish with Phasor Marine generator.
  • Engine room of 1996 Jim Smith 60 Sportfish with Phasor Marine generator.
  • Engine room of 1996 Jim Smith 60 Sportfish with tool chest and equipment.

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