1967 Huckins Linwood 53 “MIRAMAR”

Introducing the elegant Huckins Linwood 53, a classic vessel from 1967 that embodies timeless craftsmanship and charm. With an overall length of 53 feet, this stunning boat features a beautifully crafted wooden hull, designed in a planing shape that promises both performance and grace on the water. The Linwood 53 is equipped with two comfortable cabins and three heads, ensuring ample space for relaxation and convenience during your voyages. Its cruising speed of over 16 knots and WOT at 23 knots allows for swift and enjoyable travel, making it perfect for both leisurely outings and adventurous excursions. The thoughtful design includes essential features that enhance your boating experience, making it a delightful choice for enthusiasts seeking a blend of tradition and functionality.MIRAMAR stands as a testament to Huckins' legacy, inviting you to explore the waters in style and comfort.

Galley

The galley is located forward of the saloon to the port side. It features a large counter space equipped with an 2 burner induction cooktop, microwave, and a full-size fridge with 9 cubic feet bottom freezer. To the port side is a large dinette table that comfortably seats four.

Saloon

Up 3 steps, the saloon includes a large settee on the port side.Facing aft is an entertainment center, complete with a built-in beverage refrigerator and a mounted TV.

Owner’s Stateroom

Located further aft, the master stateroom offers a center-aligned queen-size bed, hanging lockers and an en-suite head featuring a full-size shower and Vacuflush electric toilet.

Cockpit

The large aft cockpit provides ample seating for entertaining and outdoor dining. New lightweight hatches were built with sound down material added to reduce noise which provide access to the engine compartment, which houses twin 2020 Cummins engines and a 12kw Northern Lights generator along the centerline.

Bridge Deck

Two steps up from the cockpit is the semi-enclosed bridge deck. It features a full hardtop, fixed side windows, and an aft isinglass enclosure.There are 3 doors to access the Bridge port and starboard and aft door. The helm console is centered with a forward helm seat and a companion seat to port.The built-in lounge seating has been updated with new cushions and flooring in 2022. She still has the original inlaid Huckins mermaid table.

As part of the refit, the old Detroit Diesels were removed and the vessel was repowered with a pair of factory reconditioned, zero-hour Cummins 6CTA engines, new ZF transmissions, and M56 Huckins V-drives.A new set of 4 blade Nibra props were custom made.(Spare 3 blade set available also)

Prior to installation, the entire engine space was reinforced, repainted, and epoxy-coated to accommodate the new engines and a new Northern Lights 12kW generator. Additionally, a dual Racor filter system was installed for each engine along with an oil change system and Fire suppression system.

All old 32 volt components and wiring were removed and the whole boat was rewired with 24v wiring. A reconditioned electrical panel was installed along with new 110v wiring throughout. All lights are LED on dimmer switches. Power is with a single 5o amp power cord which can be plugged in on the starboard side.While under way the Generator will power all appliances and 5 a/c units.

She is equipped with a Magnum 2800 inverter/Charger (rd2824) for the house side.
Dedicated charger for bow thruster and windlass and additional charger for the engine and generator batteries.

During the extensive refit all the copper hoses and piping were removed and the entire boat was refitted with PEX plumbing. A larger 11 hot water tank was installed In tandem with new plumbing 3 new 24v vacuflush heads were installed along with all new sanitation hoses and a single 80 gallon holding tank.The tank can be emptied overboard by way of a tw24v pump or a deck fitting.

She is fitted with a total of 5 a/c units and 2 dehumidifiers were also installed in the owner's stateroom and saloon.

• Garmin 816 plotter
• Garmin Fantom 18 mile radar
• Garmin Sonor GSD 34
• Garmin AIS receive and transmit
• Garmin autopilot ECU
• Fusion stereo

Frames are 1x3" sawn white oak on approximate 14" centers with double 1/2" plywood floor timbers and chime gussets glued and bolted to the frames. Engine and V drive beds are four vertically mounted 2" side bolted to the frames. There are four bulkheads (3 are watertight): Forepeak, ahead of Hold A, aft of Hold B, and ahead of engine compartment. The three aft bulkheads are fitted with limber hole valves. The hull planking is double 3/8" diagonal Philippine mahogany glued with resorcinal resin and fastened with copper clinch nails and bronze screws. The deck is 3/4" marine plywood over 1x2" deck beams. The superstructure is 3/4" marine plywood. The hull is sheathed in 20 oz. fiberglass cloth set in epoxy. The decks and superstructure tops are sheathed in 10 oz. fiberglass cloth set in epoxy. The interior bilge planking has been epoxy coated. The entire hull, and superstructure was stripped of all old paint and epoxy coated and painted in 2021 with Awlcraft 2000 paint Varnished handrails make her stand out in and looking like new.Exterior varnish done July 2026

The whole interior was striped of many years of old paint and repainted while keeping as much of the original hardware for doors and cabinetry as possible. All exterior window were replaced and frames made new or reconditioned to keep the original look.The portholes were removed and new plexiglass installed.

The bridge deck sides were extended to allow for new cabin doors port and starboard with new canvas in 2021.

During the refit in 2021/2022 the following was performed

• All bad wood removed and replaced with new.
• Bridge deck sides extended and new side doors installed
• Complete interior and exterior repaint
• Complete rewire to ABYC standards
• Entire plumbing system removed and done with all new hoses,pumps and Pex.New vacuflush heads
• New reconditioned engines installed along with a new Northern lights generator
• Lightweight hatch's with soundown built
• New Led lighting all 24v (no more 32v wiring or lighting)
• 5 new A/c units installed
• 2 Dehumidifier in saloon and owner stateroom
• Handrails stripped and varnished (Varnished done July 2026
• Covers for handrails and bridge coverings
• New Mattresses in all cabins
• All new windows
• Fire suppression system installed
• Spare set of props
• Sidepower bow thruster installed
• Washer and dryer installed
• fresh water washdown and shower
• Complete set of Garmin instruments including AIS,Radar,Autopilot and 12 inch plotter
• Steering system was completely overhauled keeping the original chain and wire system
• Rudders removed straightened and tie rods refurbished
• New eisenglass.

A sidepower bow thruster was added during the refit in 2021/22 with a plough anchor and 300 feet of chain. The 24v Ideal windlass was removed and refurbished. There is a spare Fortress anchor available.