Basic Information
- Builder:
- GULFSTAR
- Category:
- Motorsailor
- Model Year:
- 1973
- Year Built:
- 1973
- Country:
- United States
Dimensions
- LOA:
- 53' (16.15mm)
- Beam:
- 15
- Max Draft:
- 4' 6" (1.37mm)
Speed, Capacities and Weight
- Cruise Speed:
- 8 Knots Kts. (9 MPH)
- Max Speed:
- 10 Knots Kts. (12 MPH)
- Water Capacity:
- 400 Gallons
- Fuel Capacity:
- 400 Gallons
Accommodations
- Total Berths:
- 4
Hull and Deck Information
- Hull Material:
- Fiberglass
Engine Information
- Engines:
- 1
- Manufacturer:
- Perkins
- Engine Type:
- Inboard
- Fuel Type:
- Diesel
Overview
This Gulfstar 53 Motorsailer has undergone major refit to rigging, decks, engine, plumbing and interior furnishings.
Sail Away is one of 27 motorsailers this size built by Gulfstar between 1971 and 1975. Designed by Vince Lazzara to be solidly constructed, comfortable and notably fast under power, The 53 Motorsailer provides ample space for families or entertaining guests. Sail Away has 3 private staterooms, 2 heads, a spacious galley and large salon and office/nav. station. She has a Washer/Dryer, HVAC, apartment size refrigeration and a walk-in engine room with plenty of space for storage and to do maintenance and repairs. Sail Away has been recently refit and is ready for live-a-board and cruising. She is available to see by appointment in Wilmington NC. Please click on "full Specs" to see more details and lists of upgrades and recent maintenance.