TALLULAH - WICKS BROTHERS FOR SALE

TALLULAH is a captivating pre‑war American picnic boat, a graceful vintage powerboat that blends heritage with ease. Built by Wicks Brothers Boats in Amityville, Long Island, she has been lovingly preserved and comprehensively renewed in 2022 by the specialists at McMillen Yachts. Since joining their fleet, she has been happily cruised on Narragansett Bay. Her inviting layout suits a sun‑splashed day trip or a relaxed weekend afloat, making TALLULAH a standout for classic yacht enthusiasts seeking a beautifully kept, attainable, and low‑maintenance cruiser. With a modern diesel repower, crisp new paint, and gleaming varnish, she is truly turn‑key—an elegant classic yacht, picnic boat, dayboat, weekend cruiser, and Downeast‑style coastal cruiser ready for her next passage.

Overview

TALLULAH is a graceful evocation of the American pre-war “Picnic-Style” powerboat, built by Wicks Brothers Boats in Amityville, Long Island, and beautifully maintained before receiving a significant 2022 refresh by the experts at McMillen Yachts. Her inviting layout suits a full day on the water or a spontaneous weekend away, the perfect choice for the classic-yacht enthusiast seeking an affordable, easy-to-maintain treasure in excellent condition. With new diesel power, fresh paint and varnish, she is genuinely turnkey and eager to cruise. Recent upgrades include a new Yanmar diesel engine, new AC and DC electrical panels, a new battery charger with new batteries, new soft goods, and new topsides and deck paint—all executed to a high standard that honors her heritage while enhancing reliability and enjoyment.

Accommodations

TALLULAH presents a simple, eminently practical arrangement, beginning forward with an enclosed head and continuing aft with opposing port and starboard settees that convert to bunks, complemented by a basic yet charming galley. The interior feels open and airy, with newly upholstered cushions and soft goods, fresh paint, and varnished mahogany trim and cabinetry lending warmth and authenticity. Two steps lead up aft to a generous, open cockpit fully protected from the sun, and all six windows open inward to invite a fully alfresco ambiance when desired. In 2022, McMillen Yachts designed and installed a new aft settee, creating a delightful lounging perch that elevates both comfort and style.

Saloon

In the saloon, twin settees to port and starboard convert into comfortable bunks, set over a traditional teak-and-holly sole that gleams beneath freshly painted white bulkheads and rich mahogany trim and cabinetry. A large overhead hatch fitted with a bronze screen invites light and breeze, while two wall sconces provide a warm evening glow. The companionway leads up to the cockpit by way of two steps, and six inward-opening windows allow generous ventilation and a pleasing sense of connection to the water.

Head

Forward, the enclosed head is thoughtfully appointed with a toilet, a mirror, and a porcelain wash basin with a cold-water spigot, accompanied by a small built-in chest of drawers for essentials. A wall sconce adds gentle illumination, while the teak-and-holly sole continues the yacht’s classic motif. A hanging locker increases practicality, and two inward-opening ports deliver light and airflow.

Galley

The simple galley spans both port and starboard just aft of the saloon, with a wash basin and cold-water spigot for straightforward service. A slide-out drawer is cleverly customized to house a cooler, and a 120-volt GFI outlet stands ready for dockside convenience or quiet nights at anchor.

Hull and deck equipment

Her semi-displacement hull of cedar planking on oak frames remains in fine condition, and the fully protected propeller with a skeg-hung rudder speaks to capable, confident handling. Fuel is carried in two 19-gal plastic tanks from 1997, complemented by a 10-gal plastic water tank for simple weekend cruising. Freshly painted nonskid decks and the hardtop, finished in Sundown Buff Awlgrip in 2022, present a flawless, timeless look, while custom aft cockpit seating added in 2023 enhances comfort for guests. The varnished teak-and-holly cockpit sole is a tactile pleasure underfoot, the pedestal helm seat provides secure command, overhead hardtop lighting extends the day, and six inward-opening windows maintain abundant breeze and views.

Electronics and navigation

At the helm, a Yanmar engine panel provides clear readings via tachometer, temperature, and oil-pressure gauges, paired with a single-lever throttle for precise control. Required navigation lighting meets U.S. Coast Guard standards, and the original manually operated, rooftop-mounted spotlight adds a charming, functional period touch for night approaches.

Machinery and electrical

Power comes from a Yanmar 4JH110 producing 110 hp, installed in 2022 and showing 6.5 hours as of 9/2024, delivering quiet, efficient thrust with modern reliability. The electrical system centers on three 12-volt Lifeline AGM batteries rated at 125 amp-hours each (recent), supported by a Victron battery charger and monitor, a battery on/off switch, and dedicated 12-volt and 120-volt electrical panels. A 30 Amp shore-power connection completes a robust, user-friendly systems package designed for uncomplicated cruising.

Broker remarks

TALLULAH is a rare find on today’s brokerage market: a sweet little classic that has been smartly upgraded and thoughtfully refreshed by her current owner in first-class fashion. With her new Yanmar diesel, updated systems, and consistent care and maintenance, she offers her next owner the freedom to cast off and cruise immediately, with confidence and style.