1996 Sea Ray 500 Sedan Bridge Available now

1996 Sea Ray 500 Sedan Bridge — Twin Detroit 6V92TA Diesels — 3 Staterooms — Bow Thruster

$114,900 | Palm Coast, Florida

This 1996 Sea Ray 500 Sedan Bridge offers the space, accommodations and equipment that make this model well suited for extended cruising, seasonal living aboard, entertaining, or Great Loop use.

Powered by twin Detroit Diesel 6V92TA diesels producing 550 HP each, she combines substantial diesel power with the three-stateroom, two-head layout that helped distinguish the 500 Sedan Bridge. This particular boat is also equipped with a bow thruster, Westerbeke 15 kW generator, updated autopilot, dual chartplotters, tender with hydraulic lift, washer/dryer, extensive galley equipment and six batteries installed in September 2025.

The result is a large, comfortable flybridge cruiser with genuine liveaboard capability and the systems needed for extended time aboard.

TWIN DETROIT DIESEL POWER

Power is provided by twin Detroit Diesel 6V92TA inboards rated at 550 HP each, providing a combined 1,100 HP.

The 550 HP 6V92 installation was a recognized power package for the Sea Ray 500 Sedan Bridge, with published model data indicating approximately 20-knot cruise performance and approximately 24–25 knots at the upper end. Actual performance will vary with loading, condition, bottom condition and other factors.

A bow thruster adds an important advantage when maneuvering a yacht of this size around docks and marinas.

Electrical power away from the dock is provided by a Westerbeke 15 kW generator. The boat also has six batteries installed in September 2025, along with 30/50-amp shore-power capability and a Cablemaster shore-power retriever. The 15 kW Westerbeke configuration is consistent with the original Sea Ray equipment documentation for this model.

THREE-STATEROOM / TWO-HEAD LAYOUT

One of the defining features of the Sea Ray 500 Sedan Bridge is its interior volume. Rather than the two-stateroom arrangement found on many yachts of similar size, the 500 provides three separate staterooms and two heads.

The master stateroom features an island queen berth, generous storage, mirrored closets, desk and stool, opening overhead hatch, dedicated air-conditioning controls and private access to the master head.

The second guest stateroom provides an additional berth, storage drawers, overhead storage, opening portlights, a cedar-lined closet and its own climate-control system.

A third stateroom is positioned to port and provides additional sleeping accommodations and storage, making the layout particularly useful for family cruising or extended stays aboard.

Both heads are equipped with VacuFlush toilets, sinks, vanities and separate shower stalls.

SPACIOUS SALON & GALLEY

The salon is designed around large windows and an open living area, providing considerably more interior space than the model's 50-foot designation might suggest.

A large L-shaped sofa anchors the salon, complemented by an adjustable chair, bar stools, cabinet storage, entertainment equipment and an Insignia flat-screen television. Large opening windows with screens bring natural light into the cabin, while the oak interior and luxury vinyl plank flooring create a warm residential feel.

The galley and dining area are positioned forward and remain open to the salon rather than being isolated below deck.

Galley equipment includes:

• Two refrigerators

• Kenyon three-burner cooktop

• Sharp microwave

• Portable oven

• Large sink

• Extensive cabinetry and drawer storage

• Pantry with pull-out storage

The cockpit is equipped with a third refrigerator and a deep freezer.

The dinette provides dedicated dining space.

A washer/dryer combination adds another major convenience for owners planning longer trips or using the boat as a seasonal liveaboard.

FLYBRIDGE & NAVIGATION

The large flybridge is one of the signature features of the 500 Sedan Bridge and provides elevated visibility along with substantial space for passengers. Period specifications describe seating for approximately six to eight guests.

This boat's bridge equipment includes dual chartplotters, a new autopilot, VHF radio and additional navigation electronics.

The bridge also features a 200-watt stereo and Smart TV, creating a second entertainment area separate from the main salon.

Canvas and enclosure panels provide additional weather protection around the bridge.

TENDER & HYDRAULIC LIFT

The boat includes a 10-foot Walker Bay tender powered by a Yamaha 9.9 HP four-stroke outboard.

A Weaver hydraulic lift provides a convenient system for carrying and launching the tender, an especially useful feature for cruising owners who want independent transportation once anchored or moored.

MADE FOR EXTENDED TIME ABOARD

With three staterooms, two full heads, a large salon, galley-up arrangement, washer/dryer, substantial tankage, diesel propulsion, generator, bow thruster and tender, the Sea Ray 500 Sedan Bridge was designed around more than short weekend trips.

Published specifications for the model include approximately 1350 gallons of fuel capacity, 200 gallons of fresh water and 40 gallons of waste capacity. The hull measures approximately 49'11", while overall length with the platform is approximately 55'4", with a 15' beam and approximately 4'6" draft.

Those dimensions provide substantial living space while maintaining the traditional profile and layout of a Sea Ray flybridge motor yacht.

NOTABLE EQUIPMENT & FEATURES

• Twin Detroit Diesel 6V92TA diesels

• 550 HP each / 1,100 HP combined

• Bow thruster

• Westerbeke 15 kW generator

• Six batteries installed September 2025

• New autopilot

• Dual chartplotters

• VHF radio

• 200-watt flybridge stereo

• Flybridge Smart TV

• Three-stateroom layout

• Two VacuFlush heads

• Separate shower stalls

• Large L-shaped salon sofa

• Luxury vinyl plank flooring

• New carpet in master stateroom

• Two galley refrigerators

• Cockpit refrigerator

• Cockpit deep freezer

• Kenyon three-burner cooktop

• Sharp microwave

• Portable oven

• Pantry with pull-out storage

• Washer/dryer combination

• 30/50-amp shore power

• Cablemaster shore-power system

• 25' 50-amp extension cord

• 10' Walker Bay tender

• Yamaha 9.9 HP four-stroke tender outboard

• Weaver hydraulic tender lift

• Extensive spare parts

SPECIFICATIONS

Model: Sea Ray 500 Sedan Bridge
Year: 1996
Hull Material: Fiberglass
Hull Type: Modified-V
Hull Length: Approx. 49'11"
Overall Length: Approx. 55'4" with platform
Beam: 15'
Draft: Approx. 4'6"
Deadrise: 17°
Fuel Capacity: Approx. 1350 gallons
Fresh Water Capacity: Approx. 200 gallons
Holding Capacity: Approx. 40 gallons
Guest Staterooms: 3
Guest Heads: 2
Engines: Twin Detroit Diesel 6V92TA
Power: 550 HP each / 1,100 HP total
Fuel Type: Diesel
Generator: Westerbeke 15 kW
Tender: 10' Walker Bay with Yamaha 9.9 HP four-stroke
Location: Palm Coast, Florida

Published specifications for the 500 Sedan Bridge support the principal dimensions and capacities above; this particular boat's current listing independently confirms its 15-foot beam, fiberglass construction and Detroit 6V92TA propulsion.

TURNKEY CRUISING & LIVEABOARD PLATFORM

The Sea Ray 500 Sedan Bridge offers a combination that remains attractive today: twin Detroit diesel power, three genuine staterooms, two heads with separate showers, a large salon, full galley, climate-controlled accommodations and an expansive flybridge.

This particular boat adds equipment that matters for practical ownership, including a bow thruster, 15 kW Westerbeke generator, new autopilot, dual chartplotters, recently installed batteries, washer/dryer, substantial refrigeration and a Walker Bay tender with Yamaha four-stroke power and hydraulic lift.

For buyers looking for a substantial diesel-powered yacht for cruising, the Great Loop, seasonal living aboard or extended stays on the water, this 500 Sedan Bridge provides an impressive amount of boat and equipment at its asking price.

Offered at $114,900 in Palm Coast, Florida.