Courage - Hinckley FOR SALE

36' Hinckley 1998 "Courage"

Freshly refit and meticulously cared for, this 36' Hinckley Classic, Courage, offers a rare chance to own an iconic Picnic Boat/Downeast at a fraction of replacement cost. Powered by a 2023 Volvo D6 (480 hp) paired with a new Hamilton HJX waterjet, she delivers crisp acceleration, precise handling, a 30-knot top end, and an effortless 25-knot cruise.

Over $250,000 in recent enhancements include the repower, new jet drive, updated engine display, new fuel tanks, and gleaming Flag Blue Awlcraft hull paint. With her modified-V bottom, shallow 1.7' draft, and graceful lines, Courage is tailored for coastal cruising, harbor hopping, and sophisticated dayboating.

Stored indoors in enclosed dry stack for much of her life, she shows outstanding care. The vacuum-bagged, fully cored hull keeps weight down and performance high. Hull #73 of a limited 400, this collectible Classic Yacht is a refined Express Cruiser, Jet Boat, and Luxury Coastal Cruiser in one.

Notable upgrades

More than $250,000 has been invested in thoughtful, performance‑forward upgrades. A new Volvo D6 producing 480 HP (2023) is paired with a new Hamilton HJX Jet Drive (2023), and fuel supply is handled by two new 80‑gallon aluminum tanks (2023). The hull gleams with Flagship Blue Awlcraft paint (2023), complemented by fresh bottom paint applied in September 2024. Brightwork shines under sixteen coats of varnish on the top rail and pulpit (2024). Command is refined with new Volvo Palm Beach controls featuring an HCV Helm Control Unit (2024) and a new Volvo engine information display cluster (2024). Reliability is underlined by a 100‑hour engine service completed in November 2024 and an engine warranty valid until September 2025, with an optional extension available. Underfoot, a handsome 3/4" teak deck installed in 2016 completes the picture.

Accommodation/ layout

Alongside the dock, this elegant Picnic Boat arrests the eye with a freshly painted Flag Blue hull, handcrafted teak, varnished handrails and cap rails, and a gracefully swept aft transom. A new 480 HP Volvo engine mated to a new Hamilton jet drive delivers exhilarating thrust and remarkable shallow‑draft capability, opening up waters others simply cannot reach.

Boarding is effortless via a wide gunwale and a removable two‑step ladder that leads into the cockpit. Swimmers are welcomed by a custom fiberglass swim platform with raised steps up the transom and a custom removable handrail, while high gunwales lend reassuring security and a cinematic 360° view of the voyage. Shade arrives on demand beneath an aft bimini that extends cleanly from the hardtop.

Forward on the helm deck, the starboard helm is arranged with a broad suite of electronics, Volvo engine controls, and auxiliary equipment that instill confidence for long passages. A Stidd chair, intuitive joystick controls, an overhead Bomar hatch for ventilation, and a weather‑protected hardtop with an unobstructed 360° view create a serene command environment. To port, a forward‑ and aft‑facing bench is upholstered with marine‑grade custom cushions, and abundant storage is tucked behind vented teak accent doors.

A beautiful teak door with a bifold top just forward of the helm opens to a cozy cabin finished in varnished mahogany. Immediately to port, the compact galley features a stainless steel sink, gas stovetop, lapstrake overhead, generous storage, and a cold plate refrigerator. Opposite to starboard, the enclosed head offers a VacuFlush toilet, a mahogany countertop with molded sink, storage, and a pull‑out shower nozzle integrated into the faucet; a porthole brings in natural light, and a GFI outlet serves onboard necessities. Forward, the V‑berth invites with teak horizontal beadboard, striking blue cushions and accent pillows over a classic teak‑and‑holly sole, complemented by an anchor locker, stereo speakers, a deck hatch, portholes, and a hanging locker.

Galley/ laundry

The freshwater system is pressure‑fed for easy, household‑like operation and is backed by a 6‑gallon water heater for hot‑water comfort at anchor. In the galley, a stainless steel sink with a faucet and pull‑out spray hose is set into a refined Corian countertop, flanked by three teak cabinets and a bright porthole. Controls are clear and secure with a Seaward gas control panel, and a GFI outlet stands by for appliances, while an Adler Barbour refrigerator system keeps provisions chilled and a double‑burner propane stovetop makes cooking underway a pleasure. Aft, the cockpit is handsomely accented with teak and varnish trim, featuring a beautiful aft seat and a central engine box that doubles as a natural gathering place.

Deck

Anchoring is effortless with a Muir windlass working through a teak pulpit, guided by a stainless steel anchor guide and secured by an anchor chain lock. The ground tackle includes a 25# Delta Fast Set anchor, a 5/16" BBB 64 anchor chain, and a 100’ 9/16" nylon rode. On deck, a fiberglass hardtop crowns the profile with teak grab rails port and starboard, a navigation mast with an ACR spotlight, and two hardtop Bomar hatches, complemented by two electric windshield wipers and a Bomar forward deck hatch. Hardware is abundant, with two forward deck stainless cleats, three forward deck 12" cleats, two 10" midship cleats, and two 10" stern cleats, while forward and side windshield sun covers keep the helm temperate. Comfort and control meet at a forward starboard helm with a teak‑and‑varnish helm and a stainless steering wheel with teak trim, a Stidd Captain helm chair, and two stainless helm seat footrests. The teak cabin door with bifold hatch opens easily, and the cockpit is appointed with a fiberglass engine box with pad, two removable engine‑box portable seats, a raised helm seat with storage below (two teak cabinets), and a new teak cockpit sole. Boarding is a breeze via a removable two‑step ladder, while a custom fiberglass swim platform with teak steps up to the transom features a pull‑out swim ladder beneath and a transom grab rail. Practical touches include two boat hook brackets below the gunwale and a water hose with nozzle below the starboard gunwale. For shade and protection, there is an aft bimini, an aft cockpit cover, an aft bench seat cover, a teak floor cover, and a forward‑ and side‑windshield sun cover. Four side cabin portholes and a teak‑and‑varnish cap rail complete the signature finish.

Electronics & navigation

Navigation and situational awareness are handled with precision by a Richie compass, Raymarine autopilot, Standard Horizon VHF radio, Standard Horizon AIS GPS, a Raymarine Hybrid Touch GPS chart plotter, and Raymarine radar, all within easy reach at the helm. Timekeeping is provided by a ship’s clock, and the soundtrack to every passage carries crisply through two stereo speakers in the forward cabin, two on the helm deck, and two aft speakers tucked neatly under the gunwale.

Mechanical equipment & engine

Under the hatch, a new Volvo D6‑480 HP engine drives through a new Hamilton HJX Jet Drive, supplied by two new 80‑gallon aluminum fuel tanks for confident range and reliability. Control is refined with new Volvo Palm Beach controls paired to an HCV helm unit and a new Volvo engine information display cluster, while a 100‑hour engine service completed in November 2024 and an engine warranty valid until September 2025 (with optional extension) underscore peace of mind.

Essential systems inspire the same confidence: a bilge blower, two automatic bilge pumps, a manual pump, macerator pump, and a sump pump stand ready, while hydraulic steering delivers fingertip response. Freshwater pressure is maintained by a freshwater pump with an accumulator in teak, and a holding tank overboard macerator pump provides flexible waste management.

Additional engineering touches include a freshwater cooling system, an overboard head, electric holding, Lenco trim tabs, a bow thruster, and a VacuFlush head system. Filtration and smoothness are delivered by a Racor fuel filter and a stub shaft with vibration isolator. The fully vacuum‑bagged hull speaks to uncompromising construction. Capacities include a 20‑gallon waste holding tank and a 25‑gallon water tank, while all‑bronze ball‑type valves and an assortment of spare parts round out a robust mechanical inventory.

Electrical system

Power management is straightforward and shipshape with three Group 4‑D batteries secured in three battery boxes and governed by an A/C & D/C distribution panel. Shore connectivity comes via a single 30‑amp shore power service with cable, supported by a 30‑amp battery charger, a battery monitor, and A/C volt and amp gauges for at‑a‑glance oversight. Safety and control are enhanced by cabin GFCI receptacles and three Guest battery switches.

Fishing equipment

Ready for a casual cast at day’s end, the cockpit gunwales are fitted with two rod holders (cockpit gunwales) that blend utility with the yacht’s clean lines.

Exclusions

Only the yacht as equipped is offered for sale; personal effects are specifically excluded from the transaction.

Disclaimer

The Company presents the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information, nor the condition of the vessel. Buyers should instruct their agents or surveyors to investigate any details they wish to validate. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.