TOP GUN - Hatteras FOR SALE

TOP GUN, a 1989 70' Hatteras Motor Yacht, has been gifted to the National Save the Sea Turtles Foundation and is offered on a three-year lease with an option to purchase. This classic Hatteras motoryacht and flybridge cruiser has been meticulously cared for and thoughtfully modernized, featuring freshly rebuilt Detroit Diesel 12V-71 engines, twin Onan 20 kW generators, a refinished and updated interior with LED lighting, upgraded navigational electronics, newer audiovisual systems, renewed furnishings and soft goods, and paint in superb condition. If you’re seeking a timeless Hatteras Motor Yacht—bluewater capable, pilothouse poise, and liveaboard luxury—TOP GUN is not to be missed.

Accommodations

TOP GUN is a classic four-stateroom 70' Hatteras Motor Yacht presented in outstanding condition, with all four staterooms thoughtfully arranged below deck. A private stairwell on the starboard side of the main salon leads aft to the full-beam master, centered by a king-size berth and complemented by separate his-and-her heads joined by a large walk-in shower between them. Just forward of the master lies the entry to the immaculate engine room housing her twin rebuilt Detroit Diesel 12V71 engines. Forward on the lower deck, three guest staterooms are reached via a stairwell in the forward pilothouse: the VIP suite, aft within the guest area, offers a queen berth and an ensuite head; moving ahead to port is a guest stateroom with two twin berths; fully forward sits another stateroom with twin bunks. The foyer is equipped with a stacking washer/dryer and an access hatch to the generator room for convenient serviceability.

On the main deck, the flush-deck pilothouse forward grants port and starboard entry doors, a custom stainless spiral stair rising to the flybridge, and a stairwell descending to the guest accommodations. This command center is outfitted with new Garmin navigation electronics and a Starlink Wi‑Fi system. Aft lies the completely updated galley, showcasing newer appliances and a teak dinette table to starboard, followed by the spacious main salon where a dining table to port balances a walk-up bar to starboard. At the aft end of the salon, an inviting seating area features an L-shaped sofa and two occasional chairs. A door opens to the aft deck, revealing a walk-up bar to starboard and, to port, an L-shaped settee paired with a teak cocktail table; a ladder aft provides easy access to the swim platform. Ascending from the pilothouse, the flybridge unfolds as the ultimate outdoor entertaining venue, with the forward helm fitted with fully updated navtronics and two Todd helm chairs. Aft to port, a walk-up bar with refrigerator and icemaker supports effortless hospitality, while port and starboard bench seating flank a large centerline teak dining table. A custom hardtop and four-sided EZC2Y enclosure shelter the entire area. All the way aft, a 1500 lb-capacity Marquipt davit stands ready beside three teak lounges with cushions. From the engine room to the flybridge, every inch of TOP GUN has been renovated, refreshed, and maintained to an exceptional A‑1 standard.

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TOP GUN, a 1989 70' Hatteras Motor Yacht, has been donated to the National Save the Sea Turtles Foundation and is available on a three-year lease with an option to purchase. Meticulously maintained and extensively upgraded, this remarkable 70' Hatteras benefits from rebuilt Detroit Diesel 12V‑71 main engines, twin Onan 20 KW generators, a refinished and refreshed interior, LED lighting, newer navigational electronics, modern audio‑visual systems, updated furnishings and soft goods, and paint that presents in excellent condition. If you are seeking a true classic Hatteras Motor Yacht, she is an absolute must‑see.

Main salon & dining area

The main salon elegantly blends comfort and craft, beginning with a custom upholstered L‑shaped sofa anchored by a rectangular teak coffee table and paired with two rattan occasional chairs with plush cushions. New Silhouette blinds and window valances frame the view, while a new headliner and refined LED lighting elevate the ambiance. To starboard, a custom bar with Avonite Blue semi‑transparent countertops and underlighting dazzles, complemented by teak and glass bottle‑storage doors set aglow with custom LED backlighting and served by an Avallon wine cooler. To port, a round teak dining table is surrounded by four Tommy Bahama wood-and-upholstered dining chairs, illuminated by a bespoke round fixture overhead. A teak storage cabinet graces the forward bulkhead, and entertainment is delivered via an LG 56" TV with Bose surround sound and a new Fusion stereo head driving Bose speakers. New 120‑volt switches and outlets are thoughtfully placed throughout, the Amtico flooring (new in 2019) provides enduring warmth underfoot, and digital A/C controls ensure effortless climate management. A starboard stairway conveniently descends to the master stateroom and engine room.

Galley equipment

The thoroughly renewed galley is engineered for serious culinary endeavors and effortless service, featuring Avonite Blue semi‑transparent countertops with underlighting, a Bosch side‑by‑side refrigerator/freezer, a KitchenAid five‑burner cooktop, a Whirlpool oven, an LG microwave/convection oven, a Whirlpool dishwasher, and a KitchenAid trash compactor. An American Standard sink and faucet anchor the generous prep area, with abundant drawers and cabinets throughout. Updated LED lighting and new outlets brighten and power the space, while a teak dinette table with an upholstered settee to starboard invites casual meals. Updated headliners, durable Amtico flooring, and digital A/C controls complete this refined and highly functional workspace.

Master stateroom

The full‑beam master stateroom offers a king‑size walk‑around berth, flanked by two nightstands with built‑in drawers and cabinets and supplemented by extensive built‑in dresser drawers and cabinetry to port and starboard. Two dedicated reading lights, a walk‑in cedar‑lined hanging locker with a built‑in safe, and a new LG 43" flatscreen TV paired with a Bose soundbar elevate comfort and convenience. Updated LED lighting and outlets, a new headliner, six new portlights—three to port and three to starboard—sumptuously soft bamboo‑silk carpeting, and digital A/C controls complete the haven.

His & Her Master Bath: Two separate baths are united by a central walk‑through rain shower for a spa‑like ritual. Avonite Blue semi‑transparent countertops with underlighting (’22) crown each space, with his‑and‑her vanities featuring sinks, faucets, and storage, his‑and‑her Dometic heads with bidets, his‑and‑her medicine cabinets, and a fresh headliner (’22).

VIP guest stateroom, forward

The VIP guest stateroom presents a queen berth with storage below, two built‑in nightstands, and two reading lights, along with a built‑in six‑drawer dresser on the aft bulkhead and a cedar‑lined hanging locker. Entertainment comes via a new LG 33" TV, while a new headliner, LED lighting, and digital A/C controls ensure modern comfort. The ensuite head features an enclosed shower for privacy.

Private Bath: A vanity cabinet with storage, sink, faucet, and medicine cabinet anchors the space, complemented by an enclosed shower, a Dometic head, and durable Amtico flooring.

Foyer Area in Guest Accommodations: An Ariston stackable washer/dryer and a linen closet serve the guest quarters, with a companionway access hatch to the generators and air‑conditioning equipment for straightforward maintenance.

Guest stateroom, forward port

This forward port guest stateroom is arranged with twin berths, drawer storage, and a cedar‑lined hanging locker, and it is fitted with a new LG 44" TV, a large portlight, an updated headliner, and LED lighting. A full guest bath across the hallway offers an enclosed shower, vanity, sink, faucet, and a Dometic head.

Crew quarters, forward bow

Forward in the bow, the crew quarters provide upper and lower bunk berths with drawer storage under the lower, a cedar‑lined hanging locker, and a new 33" LG TV (’22). A Clarion AM/FM stereo with two overhead speakers entertains off watch, while two portlights on the starboard side, a forward access door to the anchor locker, and an escape hatch to the foredeck add practicality and safety. Digital A/C controls manage comfort, and the ensuite head incorporates a vanity, storage cabinet, sink, faucet, and medicine cabinet, along with an enclosed shower and a Dometic head.

Pilothouse equipment

The pilothouse is designed for confident passagemaking, featuring an upholstered double helm seat with storage beneath and a privacy door to separate the space from the galley. A stainless‑steel ship’s wheel, entry doors to port and starboard, Detroit Diesel main engine displays, and a main AC/DC control panel are positioned for intuitive command. Essential systems include a Tank Tender, emergency shutoffs, and three windshield wipers with dedicated controls. Ample storage cabinets, two overhead stereo speakers, custom stainless‑steel stairs to the bridge deck, a stairway down to the lower guest staterooms, and resilient Amtico flooring round out this purposeful helm.

Pilothouse electronics

Navigation and communications are current and capable, including a Garmin 8616XSV GPS/chartplotter (new ’22), Garmin radar, a Simrad AP20 autopilot, Garmin wind speed/direction instrumentation, a Sea 322 SSB radio, and an Icom M605 VHF radio. Control interfaces for the Wesmar bow thruster and Naiad stabilizers sit at hand, complemented by a Starlink WiFi system, an ACR searchlight control, and a Ritchie compass.

Flybridge equipment

The flybridge has been cleverly customized by removing the wrap‑around seating to create an easy walk‑through to the aft section, yielding a flexible lounge or tender area. A hardtop with a four‑sided EZC2Y enclosure shelters a centerline helm with storage below to port, complete with a stainless‑steel ship’s wheel and two Todd leather helm chairs on stainless bases. Entertaining is effortless with a Magic Chef chest freezer, upholstered bench seating to port and starboard, and a custom rectangular teak table with a fold‑down leaf on stainless bases. A walk‑up bar to port features a refrigerator and a Scotsman icemaker, while a Fusion AM/FM Sirius stereo drives four JL Audio speakers. Three teak lounge chairs with cushions invite relaxation under way or at anchor. For utility, there is a Marquipt 1500 lb davit, an ACR EPIRB, refined indirect lighting, 120‑volt outlets, non‑skid flooring, and a custom stainless‑steel handrail.

Flybridge electronics

Command on the bridge includes a Garmin 8617 GPS/chartplotter with radar, a Simrad AP22 autopilot, Garmin wind speed/direction and speed/depth instrumentation, controls for the Wesmar bow thruster and Naiad stabilizers, and a Ritchie compass. An instrument panel, searchlight control, start/stop switches, a system monitor, an Icom M602 VHF, and an ARC spotlight control complete the helm.

Deck equipment

On deck, two 50‑amp shore power cords are managed on Glendinning reels, while two dunnage boxes forward add stowage utility. Ground tackle is handled by a Galley Maid anchor windlass paired with a Suncor Lowmaster 100 lb stainless‑steel anchor, and visibility is aided by an ACR searchlight. Boarding is simplified with eight‑step Marquipt‑style stairs and a three‑step boarding ladder. Forward comforts include a bow bunny pad with a forward bench seat and cover, four stainless‑steel fender holders at the bow, and classic teak handrails. The profile is punctuated by two trumpet chrome ship’s horns, and an access hatch leads to the bow crew cabin.

Aft deck equipment

The aft deck sets the tone for alfresco living with an L‑shaped sofa offering storage below and a rectangular teak coffee table at center. A walk‑up bar features an undercounter refrigerator, a Scottsman icemaker, a sink, and a faucet, while a new Isinglass aft enclosure enhances comfort in varying weather. Entertainment is provided by two Bose speakers, and the entire area shows new paint and LED lighting (2022). A centerline ladder leads directly down to the swim platform for effortless water access.

Engine room, electrical & mechanical equipment

Beneath the decks, mechanical systems are comprehensive and meticulously serviced: twin Detroit Diesel 12V71‑TA mains are matched by twin Onan 20 KW generators (forward generator: 1135 hrs / aft generator: 1449 hrs). Climate control is assured by eight Dometic A/C units installed between 2019 and 2021. Power reserves include AGM engine‑start batteries and dedicated generator‑start batteries, with 24V battery panels and an AC distribution panel managing flow. Critical systems feature Naiad Model 254 stabilizers, a Westmar bow thruster, an air compressor, a Kenmore hot water heater, and new Headhunter freshwater pumps. A Kidde fire suppression system provides safety, while a Bluewater watermaker (new 2022) extends autonomy. Fuel is polished through Racor filters, charging is handled by a new Centaur battery charger (’22) and a Dolphin charger, and both engines benefit from all‑new hoses and injectors. Oil changes on generators and mains are performed every 100 hours, shafts and props are balanced and aligned, a new fuel/freshwater panel (’22) streamlines management, and spare propellers ride ready.