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1985 Chris-Craft 426 Catalina “Forever Young”

42 ft · Bay Head, NJ

$70,000

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

1985 Chris-Craft 426 Catalina yacht on dry dock, featuring blue and white design.

Description

With an overall length of 42 feet, the Chris Craft Double cabin vessel boasts a robust fiberglass hull, ensuring durability and stability on the water. The spacious layout is perfect for entertaining or relaxing, making it an ideal choice for both leisurely cruises and adventurous outings and ideal for living aboard.

The Catalina began life the 70’s as a double cabin and is one of the most popular boats earning the reputation for sturdy construction and a practical, well-arranged interior. The below deck interior layout has walkaround queen berths fore and aft, a spacious salon and a galley with all the comforts needed when aboard.

Beautiful cherrywood hardwood throughout gives the salon a good feel with teak doors and trim throughout display excellent old-school craftsmanship and finishing.

She has twin 340 hp engines, the cruising speed is 17–18 knots. The starboard engine has been replaced.

Custom blue canvas covers throughout and isinglass swing-up windows, giving the entire vessel a near-new look and affording unhampered 360-degree views. The upper deck adjacent to the captain’s chair affords great siestas and great views.

Survey available upon request

Specifications

Overview

Asking Price
$70,000
Year
1985
Make
Chris-Craft
Model
426 Catalina
Builder
Murray Chris Craft Cruisers, Inc.
Condition
Used
Type
Aft Cabin, Flybridge
Hull Material
Fiberglass
Location
Bay Head, NJApproximate area

Dimensions & Weight

LOA
42 ft (12.8 m)
LWL
37.58 ft (11.5 m)
Beam
14.75 ft (4.5 m)
Draft
3.5 ft (1.07 m)
Displacement
33,000 lb (14,969 kg)
Dry Weight
33,000 lb (14,969 kg)

Performance

Cruising Speed
13 kn

Engines & Propulsion

Number of Engines
2
Total Power
680 hp
Total Hours
3,896 hrs
Fuel Type
Unleaded
Drive Type
Direct
Engines
2× Mercury Marine 454 · 340 hp each · 1,948 hrs · Inboard · Direct · 4 Blade, Bronze

Tankage

Fuel
400 gal (1,514 L) · 3 tanks
Fresh Water
160 gal (606 L) · 1 tank
Holding
53 gal (201 L) · 1 tank

Accommodations

Cabins
1
Heads
1

Equipment & Systems

Windlass
Electric
Electrical
12 V

Full Details

Mechanical Information

  • ENGINES: Twin / 454 8 Cylinder Mercury Marine / Mercruiser Inboards / 340 hp. Each Carbureted
    • Engine Serial # (port) – 6917910
    • Engine Serial # (starboard) – 8799235 (replacement engine)
    • Hp: 340 hp. each engine @ 3800-4200 rpms
  • GENERATOR: Onan Gas 6.5kw / Serial # G840.18360 2 Cyclinder with 1,288 Hours
  • TRANSMISSIONS: Borg warner 10-18-012 Velvet Drive Serial Nbr – 3761

NAVIGATION and ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT

  • Ritchie Compass F-83
  • VHF Radio - GXs360s Quantum
  • Chart Plotter Garmin GPS Unit GPX MAP 180
  • DC Electrical System: 12-volt system and accessories with negative ground, bonding system and propeller shaft brushes
  • AC Electrical System: 125-volt shore power system with two 50-amp inlets, dock cords and 125/250-50 amp Y-adaptor. Equipped with polarity indicator and GFCI protection

Batteries:

  • Starboard Engine / House: (1-Deka) # 908-DFT 1425 CCA battery. Dated 04-2022
  • Port Engine: (1-Deka) # 27M6 / 800 CCA Starting Battery. Dated 07-2021
  • Generator: (1-Deka) # 27 / 650 CCA Deep Cycle Battery. Dated 05-2017
  • Battery Charger
    1. Professional Mariner NewPro 20/35 (DC) : 12-volt, three bank, 35-amps max

Tankage

  • Fuel Tanks
  • 3 Aluminum Alloy Saddle tanks labeled: 157 gallons each / Stern tank estimated at 85 gallons / 400 gallons total
  • Water Tank:
    1. Aluminum Allow 160 gallons
  • Holding Tank:
    1. Polyethylene Plastic 53 gallons
  • Water heater
    1. 12 Gallon Raritan #171201 1250 Watts 120-Volt Ignition Protected
  • Built in Fixed Fire Extinguishing Equipment
    1. Fireboy Model 150CG Halon 1301 20LB

Misc Other Information

  • BILGE PUMPS
    1. (3-Rule brand) 1500 pumps each, Forward, mid, and stern bilge compartments
  • GROUND TACKLE INVENTORY
    1. ANCHOR : CQR approximate 40 lb. galvanized steel anchor
    2. RODE (chain only w/ chain guard) : 5/16” x approximate 150 ft. galvanized steel links
  • WINDLASS : (Ideal) Model: ACW 12-volt chain windlass with vertical line spool and helm controls
  • DOCKLINES : (1 set) 3/4” braided nylon lines with spliced ends
  • PERSONAL FLOTATION DEVICE INVENTORY 18-Type II : Adult size general purpose type life jackets, 1-Type IV : Model: (JB) 20” ring buoy device (see surveyor’s suggestions)
  • SIGNAL FLARE KIT INVENTORY 7-Olin : Handhold red signal flares. 2-Olin pistol/launchers with (7) : 12-gauge meteor cartridges. Outdated and defective (see remarks)
  • SOUND PRODUCING DEVICES : Bridge mounted 12-volt dual horn trumpets, 6” chromed metal fog bell and 4” bronze bell
  • NAVIGATION/ANCHOR LIGHT FIXTURES : Installation: Properly installed and in-compliance with USCG requirements

GALLEY and OTHER FEATURES

  • Stove / Oven: Empress 3 burner electric stove
  • Microwave Oven: GE Model J-VM64-004 Spacemaker 120 Volt
  • Refrigerator: GE Model GTS16GSHMRSS 120-Volt
  • Icemaker (salon): Raritan model Icer-Ette
  • Television: Samsung 110-volt 23.5 flat screen with remote
  • Stereo: Sony Model STR-D511
  • Cassette Player: Harman Kardon Model CD201
  • Air Conditioner: Marine Air Systems 40,000 BTU 3 Zone System

Photos (45)

  • 1985 Chris-Craft 426 Catalina boat named "Forever Young" in Blairstown, NJ, on dry dock.
  • 1985 Chris-Craft 426 Catalina yacht docked in a marina warehouse.
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  • 1985 Chris-Craft 426 Catalina yacht docked at a marina, featuring blue and white design.
  • 1985 Chris-Craft 426 Catalina helm with steering wheel, controls, and navigation equipment.
  • 1985 Chris-Craft 426 Catalina boat interior in a covered dock, featuring seating and blue cover.
  • 1985 Chris-Craft 426 Catalina boat interior with seating and waterfront view.
  • 1985 Chris-Craft 426 Catalina yacht deck with covered seating and life preserver.
  • 1985 Chris-Craft 426 Catalina boat deck with covered seating and dock view.
  • 1985 Chris-Craft 426 Catalina yacht deck with covered seating and life preserver.
  • 1985 Chris-Craft 426 Catalina yacht interior with wicker chairs and ocean view.
  • 1985 Chris-Craft 426 Catalina helm with classic wooden dashboard and steering wheel.
  • 1985 Chris-Craft 426 Catalina yacht interior with wood paneling and steering wheel.
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  • Interior of 1985 Chris-Craft 426 Catalina yacht with wood finishes and compact kitchen.
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  • 1985 Chris-Craft 426 Catalina interior with sofa, colorful pillows, and nautical decor.
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  • Interior of 1985 Chris-Craft 426 Catalina yacht with cozy seating and wooden cabinetry.
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  • 1985 Chris-Craft 426 Catalina cabin interior with bed, flowers, and window.
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  • Cozy bedroom interior of 1985 Chris-Craft 426 Catalina yacht with bed and wooden accents.
  • 1985 Chris-Craft 426 Catalina cabin interior with bed, doors, and stairs leading outside.
  • Luxurious 1985 Chris-Craft 426 Catalina cabin interior with cozy bed and elegant decor.
  • 1985 Chris-Craft 426 Catalina interior with wooden doors and cozy cabin space.
  • Bathroom interior of 1985 Chris-Craft 426 Catalina yacht, featuring sink and toilet.
  • 1985 Chris-Craft 426 Catalina bathroom with sink, mirror, and toilet.
  • 1985 Chris-Craft 426 Catalina bathroom with shower, curtain, and vanity.
  • 1985 Chris-Craft 426 Catalina bathroom with sink, mirror, and shower curtain.
  • Interior of 1985 Chris-Craft 426 Catalina with wood paneling and modern fan.
  • Interior of 1985 Chris-Craft 426 Catalina yacht with cozy seating and kitchenette.
  • 1985 Chris-Craft 426 Catalina yacht interior with kitchen sink and cozy living space.
  • 1985 Chris-Craft 426 Catalina interior with cozy seating and elegant wooden cabinetry.
  • Cozy cabin interior of 1985 Chris-Craft 426 Catalina with nautical-themed bedding.
  • Cozy cabin interior of 1985 Chris-Craft 426 Catalina with bed and porthole window.
  • 1985 Chris-Craft 426 Catalina bathroom interior with wooden door and compact toilet.
  • 1985 Chris-Craft 426 Catalina cabin interior with sink, shelves, and fan.
  • Cozy cabin interior of 1985 Chris-Craft 426 Catalina with bed and porthole window.
  • 1985 Chris-Craft 426 Catalina floor plan layout.

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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.