Ann Marie - MERRITT BOAT WORKS FOR SALE

Originally launched as Miss Guided by a seasoned owner working closely with his longtime captain, this 1993 Merritt 65 custom sportfish was purpose-built for serious bluewater pursuits, engineered to reach remote fishing grounds with confidence. Campaigned with distinction across the Atlantic, Caribbean, and Pacific, she delivered memorable seasons and proven results. Now known as Ann Marie, she has enjoyed unwavering, Merritt-level care from every owner. Her impeccable condition, elegant mezzanine cockpit, commanding flybridge, and generous, well-planned interior make her a pleasure to show. Ready for family adventures and competitive action alike, Ann Marie stands as a tournament-ready sportfishing yacht—an offshore convertible battlewagon designed to travel, perform, and create the next chapter of memories.

Accommodations & layout

Three staterooms and three full heads create a private, en-suite sanctuary for the owner and guests, with sleeping for two owners and up to five guests. A massive salon welcomes you with comfortable seating and ample storage, while the galley is thoughtfully appointed with modern conveniences to make extended passages effortless. Below, the cabin area presents three generous staterooms, each with its own full en-suite head. The forward master delights with a centerline queen berth, abundant drawer and hanging storage, and a finely appointed private head. To port, the VIP offers a double berth with a single crossover above and its own en-suite head. The third stateroom provides oversized over/under bunks and an en-suite head that also opens to the companionway for flexible access. A full-size washer and dryer and central vac are strategically located in the companionway to keep life aboard orderly and refined.

Performance

Her performance is decisive and efficient, with verified figures that instill confidence at the helm: at 2340 RPM she runs at 34.5 KTS while burning 160 GPH at a 100% load; pull back to 2000 RPM and she settles into 30.2 KTS at 106 GPH and a 78% load; at 1950 RPM she makes 29.5 KTS consuming 100 GPH at a 75% load; and at 1800 RPM she maintains 27 KTS while burning 86 GH at a 70% load, delivering a compelling blend of speed, range, and reliability.

Salon

The salon is a welcoming retreat, anchored by a Sharp flat-screen HD television, an ONKYO receiver, a Sony DVD, and a Direct TV box, all playing through four Boston Science speakers for immersive entertainment. An inviting U-shaped settee with hidden storage faces a custom table, while composite countertops, an integrated entertainment center, additional television, and abundant cabinet storage ensure elegance meets practicality. Plush carpet underfoot, warm LED lighting, and tailored blinds complete a space designed for effortless relaxation and refined gatherings underway or at anchor.

Owner stateroom

The owner’s stateroom is a serene haven forward, centered on a queen berth with generous integrated storage and dressed with a designer fabric headboard and premium foam mattress. Two nightstands, a dresser with drawers and mirror, and a lighted vanity with a fixed seat impart residential comfort, while two hanging lockers expand wardrobe capacity for extended cruising. A private entertainment center with a flat-screen TV, soft carpet underfoot, and refined recessed lighting complete this beautifully balanced retreat.

Owners head

The owner’s en-suite head elevates daily rituals with an etched-glass shower door, a mirrored ceiling that amplifies light and space, understated recessed lighting, and a custom pickled teak sole that adds a warm, bespoke finish.

Vip

The VIP stateroom is smartly arranged with a double berth complemented by a single crossover, all atop plush foam mattresses, offering flexible sleeping for friends or family. A storage drawer, hanging locker, carpeted sole, recessed lighting, and a dedicated entertainment center complete this inviting private retreat.

Head

This en-suite head serves guests with a lighted vanity and mirrored storage, a durable composite counter, sink, Royal Flush fixture, and a bright shower beneath a mirrored ceiling. LED lighting and a custom pickled teak sole add a clean, contemporary finish that is easy to maintain.

Bunk room

The bunk room with en-suite head is ideal for extended adventures, featuring oversized upper and lower bunks with convenient lower drawer storage and supportive foam mattresses. A hanging locker, refined recessed lighting, and a compact entertainment center ensure comfort, order, and a touch of indulgence for younger guests or crew.

Head #3

The third head is thoughtfully placed for companionway access as well as en-suite use, offering a lighted vanity with storage, composite counter, Royal Flush fixture, and shower. A mirrored ceiling, recessed lighting, and a custom pickled teak sole maintain the yacht’s signature clean, luminous aesthetic throughout.

Electronics and navigation

Command with confidence from a helm outfitted for serious passagemaking: twin Furuno Nav Net 3D units, a dedicated sounder, chart plotter, and radar are complemented by a Furuno FCV-1150, an RD-33 Furuno, and a Garmin 7616, while a Furuno Nav-Pilot autopilot keeps you precisely on course. Communications are clear via two VHF MC-M504 sets and a Richie 8 compass stands ready for immediate reference. In the tower, a VHF radio and a Furuno Nav Net repeater extend situational awareness wherever you stand.

Miscellaneous deck & hull

This highly sought-after JIG-built, cold-molded construction delivers a notably soft, economical, and quiet ride. A Merritt mezzanine with refrigeration was added in 2007 during the engine repower, enhancing comfort and utility. The hull gleams in Awl-grip 2000 Ice Blue, while a teak pulpit with stainless insert leads the way. Thoughtful deck gear includes a Windless with in-deck controls, an anchor locker, a stainless anchor carrier, and an anchor with 300 ‘Rhode. Teak craftsmanship abounds—toe rail, eyebrow, hand rail, cockpit decks, covering boards, and bulkhead—all accented by stainless hardware, stainless chafe guards, and stainless Haus pipes for enduring durability and classic beauty.

Cockpit

Purpose-built for action and comfort, the cockpit features mezzanine seating with cushions and air conditioning beneath a large overhang with integrated lighting. Cockpit refrigeration, an insulated box with ice dump, a teak step with storage, drawer storage, and gunnel storage boxes keep gear organized and ready. A transom door, teak bulkhead, teak decks, teak covering boards, and a teak mezzanine step set an unmistakably classic tone. A bridge ladder eases movement, flush-mounted stereo speakers bring the soundtrack, and fifty-amp shore power with two connections ensures reliable energy dockside.

Helm

The helm is spacious and ergonomic, offering comfortable seating with excellent visibility. A well-conceived console provides storage, with teak tops and doors, a teak pod, and a teak handrail framing the instrumentation. The Palm Beach stainless wheel pairs with stainless single-lever controls, backed by one emergency backup control for redundancy. Two custom Stidd helm seats set the standard for support. Protection and clarity come from a three-sided EZ2CY enclosure, while brow storage, a locking bench with custom rod storage to port, bench seating with custom rod storage to starboard, and forward bench seating with storage keep everything secure. Cushions with high-density foam ride softly, an ACR spotlight reaches ahead, LED spreader lights bathe the decks, and a safety bar and a belly band with six rod holders underscore her purposeful poise.

Mechanical

The separate pump room, accessed through its own door, is painted, faired, and meticulously laid out for easy maintenance. Daily reliability is supported by Water maker Inc rated at 1K USG per day, Spot Zero Dommetic conditioning, and Dommetic chillers—two units—for climate control. A fuel transfer manifold and two fuel priming pumps streamline operations, while a lube oil tank, Galley Made pumps—two units—and two expansion tanks simplify service. A/C lighting, a Century 12V/60 AMP battery charger, battery switches, circulation fan, an integrated fire suppression system, and a compressor complete a mechanical space designed for longevity and ease.

Electrical system

Electrical distribution is robust and intuitive, with a custom main distribution panel in the galley and a sub panel in the salon managing 240/50 AMP A/C and 12/24 DC service. Twin Northern Lights 07–33 KW generators—port showing 3600 hours and starboard 3758 hours—provide dependable ship’s power. Lighting is both A/C and 12V DC for flexibility. Charging is handled by a Sentry 12V/60 AMP and a Sentry 24V/40 AMP charger, feeding maintenance-free batteries via dedicated battery switches and custom battery boxes. A comprehensive bonding system underpins safety and reliability throughout.

Engine equipment

Enter from the mezzanine deck to an engine room that is faired, painted, clean, and brilliantly lit—an inviting space designed for inspection and service. In 2007, Merritt completed a comprehensive repower and simultaneously updated both the engine room and pump room. That dedicated pump room not only simplifies upkeep but meaningfully extends equipment life, reflecting a philosophy of precision and purpose.

Complete repower

The complete Merritt repower in 2007 encompassed both engine and pump rooms, centering on MTU 12V2000 engines rated at 1380 HP (2007) mated to ZF BW195AP gears (2007). Airflow and protection are optimized by Delta T vents with reversible fans. Control is assured from two stations, with Tides dripless shaft seals and Tides dripless rudder seals safeguarding critical points and one emergency backup control providing redundancy. For mission-critical safety and cleanliness, there are two crash pumps, twin Racor double 1,000s for the mains and twin Racor single 1,000s for the gensets. An oil transfer system and a fuel transfer system streamline service. Lighting, engine start and stops, generator start and stops, Tank Sentry monitoring, and a well-placed tool box round out a professionally executed installation.

Tower

The Hopewell tower is purpose-engineered with a buggy hard top and a compact console integrating steering and storage. A supportive seat with backrest pairs to precise steering and controls, with engine start and stops at your fingertips. A Furuno repeater keeps navigation data aloft, forward LED spreaders cast confident light, and a fitted cover preserves the installation when not in use.

Fishing

Tournament-minded and expedition-ready, she carries Rupp hydraulic outriggers with a Rupp center, a Murray Brother fighting chair, and a Murray Brothers rocket launcher to keep the spread perfect and the cockpit efficient. A transom door eases landing, custom rod storage and dedicated gaft storage keep the cockpit organized, a live well in the deck sustains bait, and 24 V outlets power the day’s pursuits.

Salesman remarks

Ann Marie is a meticulously cared-for, highly desired, JIG-built cold-molded Merritt with a spotless, world-ranging history of travel and fishing. Designed for long-distance passages to remote destinations, she is proven, refined, and ready for her next owner and family to enjoy. Anyone seeking the finest custom boat on the water should place Ann Marie at the very top of the must-see list—easy to view; call the listing broker directly with any questions or to arrange a convenient showing.

Exclusions

Exclusions include the owner’s personal items, the owner’s fishing equipment, the owner’s pictures and personal artwork, and tools; these items do not convey with the sale.

Engines

Power comes from twin MTU 12V2000 diesel engines rated at 1380 HP, commissioned in 2007; Engine 1 shows 5600 hours. Engine 2 is specified as the same configuration as Engine 1. The driveline is mated to ZF transmissions, model BW195AP, with the second transmission listed as the same.

Tankage

Tankage is generous for extended range, with fuel capacity listed at 1850, fresh water at 250, and holding at 80, supporting confident cruising to distant grounds.