HOBO TIEMPO - Amel FOR SALE

Some yachts hint at ocean passages; an Amel Mango 53 simply presumes you’re already plotting one. Hull No. 60 is a seasoned bluewater ketch—an offshore, center‑cockpit monohull cruising sailboat—that has quietly become something scarce in today’s market: a genuine liveaboard passagemaker that’s mechanically dialed in, sensibly modernized, and poised to cast off today, whether from St. Augustine or a berth across the Atlantic.

If you know the Amel lineage from the Super Maramu seen on S/V Delos, you’ll appreciate how the Mango stays true to the marque’s ethos. The Mango typically carries a straight prop shaft that many regard as simpler to service, whereas the Super Maramu often uses the “C‑drive.” Both are purpose‑built for long‑range, shorthanded sailing with watertight bulkheads, comprehensive electric furling for main, mizzen, and genoa, and robust solid‑glass construction. Each boasts a generous, centralized engine room you can actually work in—vital on any serious cruising yacht.

Berthed at Rivers Edge Marina in St. Augustine, Florida, this yacht can be viewed privately by appointment. Henri Amel designed these yachts for autonomous voyaging: a protective center cockpit, a ketch rig with in‑mast furling, a deep, secure aft stateroom, immense tankage, and systems arranged for two‑person handling. This is no dockside showpiece with pretty varnish and postponed service. It’s a bluewater cruiser that’s been upgraded exactly where it counts.

The right new steward is likely an experienced sailor eyeing a bona fide passagemaker, a couple planning a Caribbean season or an Atlantic loop, a liveaboard who craves comfort without forfeiting capability, or an owner who values rock‑solid systems over glossy brochure shots. If you’re seeking a turnkey offshore ketch with pedigree and practical enhancements, this 1986 Amel Mango 53 deserves a close look. She’s ready to cross an ocean—or welcome you aboard for the kind of life that glides along at seven knots.

Mechanical confidence starts with the repower: a Yanmar 4JHTE‑1 showing roughly 1,000 hours, refreshed by a new turbo in 2023 and mated to a Hurth 2‑30 transmission. The engine space has been fully rewired, with new 100‑amp breakers, and spins a 1.5‑inch shaft with a dripless seal and Spurs line cutters. A Northern Lights 6 kW generator backs it up, with fewer than 300 hours on the engine and approximately 2,650 hours on the electrical end. Thoughtful spares include two starters and two alternators for the main, plus extra water‑pump impellers and fuel filters for both propulsion and genset—exactly the difference between daydreaming about the Bahamas and actually clearing customs.

Energy independence is anchored by a Xantrex 3000 W inverter/charger and four Full River AGM Group 31 batteries totaling about 460 Ah. A 350 W solar array paired with a 30 A Renogy controller feeds the bank, while LED lighting keeps draw low. Dual freshwater pumps bring redundancy to an everyday essential, and a blackwater macerator with transfer pump manages the less glamorous side of offshore life. At anchor, you can relax without leaning on the generator—priceless when your backyard is a quiet cove.

The navigation and electronics suite blends dependable hardware with modern safety: Raymarine instruments for wind, speed, and depth integrate with radar and a Raymarine chartplotter; AIS coverage is doubled with both Raymarine and a Vesper WatchMate. Communication is handled by two Icom VHFs plus a handheld. The Neco autopilot has been rebuilt, while new mast lights, wind vane, and transducer bolster reliability, and LED deck lights illuminate both main and mizzen. It’s a sensible, voyaging‑ready package fitted to a hull meant to tally serious miles.

On deck, confidence is underwritten by standing rigging replaced in 2021. The in‑mast furling mainsail is in good condition, and the genoa furls hydraulically with a protective sunshade. A complete dodger and full cockpit enclosure create a weatherproof command center, with fresh cockpit cushions adding comfort on watch. Faux‑teak decks have been repainted for low‑maintenance grip, the windshield and portlights upgraded to polycarbonate, and new hatches bring light and airflow. An emergency tiller stands by—one more hallmark of a true offshore cruising sailboat.

Below, the Mango proves why she’s a coveted liveaboard sailing yacht. Two electric heads have new sinks and faucets feeding into a new 22‑gallon holding tank. Cold storage is handled by an Isotherm stainless refrigerator/freezer, laundry by a Splendide vented washer/dryer, and climate by a 16,000 BTU reverse‑cycle air‑conditioning system with a new pump. Water capacity is a generous 400 gallons, and port and starboard tanks of roughly 120 gallons underpin serious range. The aft cabin features a 14‑inch memory‑foam mattress, and entertainment comes via two 42‑inch 12 V TVs, with airflow aided by four fans. This is not camping; it’s movable oceanfront property.

In sum, this Amel Mango 53 is a rare find in the bluewater cruiser category: an offshore ketch, center‑cockpit monohull, and turnkey passagemaker with the systems, spares, and comfort to support life underway. Serious inquiries are welcomed for private showings at Rivers Edge Marina in St. Augustine. Ready to venture far—or to become home the moment you step aboard.