MATTHEWS 46' MOTOR YACHT

The perfect Cruiser, Liveaboard or Florida Keys weekend getaway! This is a lot of boat for the money. 2015 Survey lists NEWreplacement value at over $900,000.

Classic "Flush Deck" design requires less than 14' clearance allowing passage under most bridges while closed.

Refit during 2015 includes new wood floors, full-size washer & dryer, 4-burner stove, double sink, and cabinets. Sleeps 4 - Master stateroom sleeps two with unbelievable closet space and private bath with full shower. Front V-berth withtwo additionalbunks anda2ndbathroom with shower. Less than 1000 hours on rebuilt engines, which run great. All systems have been checked and repaired or replaced.Custom swim platform, recently installed aluminum window frames, new GPS, batteries, anchor line, etc.Onan generator in good running condition. New spare props. Survey was done in June 2015 including oil samples for engines, transmissions, and generator with no surprises, Boat was hauled at that time and we had the bottom cleaned and painted, including running gear. Sides were also compounded and waxed and two new bilge pumps were installed. New zincs were installed. Boat was carefully examined and inspected. (Total for this work was over $6000) Bottom has been cleaned by divers every month since. All filters have been replaced and two new batteries were installed with all new cables and switches. Starboard starter and fuel pump were replaced. Vacuflush toilets were repaired including new main pump. ($900) New Garmin GPS was installed. ($1200) Two new refrigerators were also installed. Custom underwater exhaust, new custom swim platform and new windless were installed by previous owner before our purchase. We added 150' of new anchor chain and 200' of line. ($1200) All portable fire extinguishers were replaced. Smoke alarm & C02 detectors were installed. Safety flares were replaced.

Includes 2 anchors, new spare props, ($4000) original Matthews dock box, (installed on bow) spare parts, fenders, VHF radio, FM/CD player, compass, barometer, and front cushions with canvas cover.

Marine AC unit in main salon was replaced with portable household AC unit to increase efficiency and cut power cost. AC unit in main stateroom has been removed and needs to be replaced. AC unit in front bedroom works excellent.

This vessel was purchased by us for use as a full-time liveaboard and to cruise to the Florida Keys. It is perfect for this purpose or to restore to it's original condition. The Matthews is a true classic yacht which receives a lot of attention on the water. My wife and I have lived on this vessel for most of 2015 and have loved it! We are selling because the one marina in our area that allowed liveaboards was closed in January. We have unfortunately moved back into our house.

** This boat is not perfect - but is in great shape for her age. If you want a NEW boat - add another $800,000 to the purchase price and buy one new from a dealer. She has made many trips from New England to Florida over her lifetime, and those days are probably over, but we did an 8-day trip in 2015 without a single problem. It is not unusual for the Detroit 671 Engines to run 10,000 to 20,000 hours or more. These engines start immediately and run strong. We have never cruised her above 1500 RPM and she runs at 10-12 knots at this speed. The hull is solid, tight, and built like a tank.

If you are looking for a boat to use as local cruiser in and around south Florida coastal waters, or as a GREAT boat to live on, she is perfect. If you're looking to buy a million dollar vessel for $90,000 - - - you have probably never owned a big boat before and we much prefer you buy elsewhere. We want you to be very happy with your purchase and also to find the right person to take care of her. ** We are not interested in Financing ** Boat is Documented and has a clear title with no liens **

Located inDeerfield Beach Florida, Call with questions or for more information. ** phone ** Mark SALTER **

** Purchaser is welcome to arrange a survey before final purchase, or we will provide a copy of June 2015 Survey upon request** Brokers welcome, 6% commission available **

On Feb-06-16 at 06:51:25 PST, seller added the following information:

** May consider a late model RV or 1940-1965 Restored Pickup Truck as full or partial trade **