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1997 Bluewater Yachts 510 “Why Knot Now?”

52 ft · Galveston, TX

$140,000

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

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Description

1997 Bluewater Yachts 510 Custom CruiserLocation: Galveston, TX
Discover incredible versatility, unmatched entertaining space, and true shallow-water freedom with this 1997 Bluewater Yachts 510. Renowned for their unique blend of motor yacht luxury and low-profile stability, Bluewater Yachts engineered this vessel with a Kevlar-reinforced bow and a built-in bow ladder designed explicitly for beaching. Boasting a remarkably shallow 30-inch draft, you can confidently explore hidden coves, sandbars, and skin-deep waterways that other 51-foot yachts simply cannot touch.
Whether you are looking for a spacious coastal cruiser, a weekend party platform, or a fully equipped liveaboard, this boat offers unmatched square footage and modern interior upgrades.
Specs & Key FeaturesEngines & Propulsion
  • Twin Crusader 502 cu. in. Inboards (900 original hours)
  • Brand New 4-Blade Bronze Props
  • Dependable, low-hour power ready for coastal cruising
Power & Systems
  • 4000-Watt Inverter System (Run house power overnight without a generator, excluding A/C)
  • 11 KW Diesel Generator with a separate dedicated 55-gallon tank (Provides over a week of power at full load)
  • New Forward A/C Unit for ice-cold climate control
Flybridge & Exterior Deck
  • Massive Flybridge Layout with vast seating to easily host and entertain a crowd
  • Bimini Top providing excellent shade over the upper helm
  • Flybridge Refrigerator to keep drinks cold up top
  • Ground Tackle: Main anchor with all-chain rode + extra Danforth anchor with 150 ft. rope
  • Includes two nice deck chairs for the aft cockpit
Interior & Accommodations
  • Dual Helms: Flybridge station + lower helm inside for comfortable navigation on bad weather days
  • Upgraded Salon: High-end water-resistant wood-look hard sole flooring throughout
  • Flexible Sleeping Arrangement: Salon and dining areas both convert into two additional double beds (Comfortably sleeps 8 when needed)
  • Custom Dining: Custom dining room seating with integrated storage and a portable dining table
  • Two Full Heads: Both heads have been fully updated/replaced
  • Entertainment: Two televisions + upper Bluetooth stereo system
  • Forward cabin has a large cedar closet
  • Spacious aft cabin boasts lots of windows filling the room with natural light
  • Full bathroom suite and lots of storage including cedar closet.
  • Step through sliding door to relax on private patio. Read, fish or swim!
Upgraded Gourmet Galley
  • Solid Granite Countertops
  • Lots of cabinets with a deep storage pantry.
  • Two-Burner Electric Stove
  • Microwave Convection Oven (The ultimate do-it-all oven)
  • Full-Sized Refrigerator
  • Built-in Dishwasher
Electronics & Navigation
  • Garmin GPS
  • Digital Depth Gauges

Specifications

Overview

Asking Price
$140,000
Year
1997
Make
Bluewater Yachts
Model
510
Condition
Used
Type
Motor Yachts
Hull Material
Fiberglass
Location
Galveston, TXApproximate area

Dimensions & Weight

LOA
52.17 ft (15.9 m)
Nominal Length
51 ft (15.5 m)
Beam
14.5 ft (4.42 m)
Draft
2.83 ft (0.86 m)
Displacement
32,500 lb (14,742 kg)

Performance

Cruising Speed
14 kn

Engines & Propulsion

Number of Engines
2
Total Power
800 hp
Total Hours
1,364 hrs
Fuel Type
Unleaded
Drive Type
Direct
Engine 1
Crusader 502 XL · 400 hp · 593 hrs · 1997 · Inboard · Direct
Engine 2
Crusader 502 XL · 400 hp · 771 hrs · 1997 · Inboard

Tankage

Fuel
386 gal (1,461 L)
Fresh Water
130 gal (492 L)
Holding
65 gal (246 L)

Accommodations

Cabins
2
Heads
2

Full Details

Broker's Notes

**Broker notes: I personally lived aboard and owned this same year/model for years. It’s the perfect liveaboard/second home/coastal cruiser. Tons of room for entertaining, and all the creature comforts of home. Love these boats!!

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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.