VERA NORTH - Hinckley FOR SALE

The most highly specified Talaria, carrying over $1.5 million in bespoke enhancements, VERA NORTH is a striking statement piece and a definitive expression of Hinckley artistry at its peak.

From her commissioning, she was conceived without compromise: every option handpicked, every nuance refined, culminating in a Hinckley that is impeccably finished and unmistakably singular. This luxury motor yacht—an iconic Downeast express cruiser equally suited as a refined dayboat, coastal cruiser, or superyacht tender—exudes elegance and capability in every detail.

Upgraded MAN V12 1,400 hp engines with only 600 hours deliver confident performance, while her shallow 2'11" draft invites effortless exploration of skinny-water coves and sandbars. Comfort is assured by a Seakeeper 9 gyro, with precise handling from a hydraulic bow thruster, responsive fly-by-wire steering, and powerful trim tabs. The interior feels fresh and modern with brand‑new white upholstery, annual varnish gleams throughout, and a lifetime kept on a lift preserves her exceptional condition. At the helm, twin Garmin 8617 displays integrate seamlessly with a FLIR thermal camera, while satellite TV and underwater lighting elevate the onboard experience. VERA NORTH stands as a rare opportunity to own a meticulously curated Hinckley Talaria that sets the benchmark for quality, sophistication, and timeless style.

Construction

The hull is a Carbon/Kevlar composite over a Corecell M Foam core, vacuum-infused and post-cured with epoxy using the Seaman Composite Resin Infusion Molding Process (SCRIMP®). The deck mirrors this high-tech approach with E-glass inner and outer skins surrounding a closed-cell foam core, likewise laminated by SCRIMP to deliver exceptional strength, stiffness, and weight savings.

Dimensions

With a length overall of 57.91 feet (17.65 meters) and a waterline length of 51.00 feet (15.54 meters), this yacht carries a molded beam of 17.75 feet (5.46 meters) and a loaded draft of just 2.92 feet (0.89 meters). Bridge clearance, without antennas, is 21.50 feet (6.55 meters). She is rated at 30 gross tons and displaces 58,000 lbs. Capacities include 1,200 US gallons (4,542 liters) of fuel and 200 US gallons (757 liters) of fresh water. Performance is confident and swift, with a maximum speed of 46.0 knots and an effortless cruising pace of 38.0 knots.

Machinery

Power comes from twin MAN V12 1400 diesels rated at 1,400 hp each, turning through Twin Disc MG‑5145SC gearboxes to twin Hamilton 403 Series waterjets. Ship’s power is supported by one 17 kW Onan generator. Shore power connectivity is via two 125/250 VAC/50 AH cords that deploy and retract through the transom on a Glendinning cord reel with wireless remote. The battery suite comprises four BCI 8D AGM batteries for the main house bank and four BCI 4D AGM batteries dedicated to the main engines and generator, backed by two 24‑volt DC chargers, a 100‑amp unit for the house bank and a 60‑amp unit for the starting bank. Climate control is handled by Marine Air 24,000 BTU systems (three units) with five independent air handlers serving the salon, galley and heads, guest cabin, and owner’s stateroom. Additional systems include a Sea Recovery watermaker and dual‑cylinder stainless‑steel trim tabs, complemented by a Seakeeper 9 gyro stabilizer. Precise maneuvering is assured with a hydraulic bow thruster rated at 25 hp and producing 720 lbs of thrust, while the JetStick III with the new Dynamic Steering delivers digital fly‑by‑wire control of the hydraulic steering, automatically optimizing sensitivity and tension with speed. Fuel is polished by dual crossover Racor filter/water separators with vacuum gauges and alarms for the main engines, plus a single Racor unit for the generator.

Communication, navigation & entertainment systems

Communications are anchored by a Garmin GHSD10 wired‑handset VHF. Navigation confidence comes from a Garmin GMR 424 xHD2 radar feeding two Garmin GPSMAP 8617 multifunction displays at the helm, managed with one Garmin GRID controller. Course‑keeping is entrusted to the Garmin GHP Reactor autopilot with GHC20 control head and Shadow Drive, while position data is provided by one Garmin GPS 19X receiver/antenna. Entertainment unfolds across five independently configurable zones with Sonance premium sound in the master stateroom, guest cabin, salon, cockpit, and flybridge, all orchestrated via the yacht’s Savant Pro remotes—one in the master and one in the salon—and an onboard iPad interface. Visuals impress with a pilothouse retractable 40" LED HD TV mounted in the salon and a master‑cabin 32" LED HD TV recessed neatly into the bulkhead.

Galley equipment

In the main galley, a two‑burner induction cooktop pairs with a combination stainless‑steel microwave and convection oven to deliver effortless culinary capability. Cold storage is equally robust, with two Sub‑Zero drawer‑style refrigerators and a custom insulated top‑loading box fitted with a Grunert wrap‑around condensing freezer plate, while an U‑Line 110‑volt icemaker keeps refreshments perfectly chilled.

Deck equipment

On deck, the craftsmanship is unmistakable, with tapered, gloss‑varnished teak finished in the signature Hinckley profile and a bright‑work “eyebrow” and cockpit coaming in matching gloss teak. Forward, a molded‑in anchor locker is set into the foredeck beneath a hinged hatch assisted by gas springs, while a stainless‑steel half‑round rub rail caps the solid‑fiberglass molding. Ground‑tackle handling and mooring are simplified by two Hinckley open bow chocks in type 316L stainless and four Hinckley closed chocks positioned at the fore and aft spring cleats, complemented by eight type 316 stainless‑steel mooring cleats sized precisely—at the bow, two at 12 inches; at the fore and aft spring positions, four at 10 inches; and at the stern, two at 12 inches. Security and movement around the foredeck are enhanced by a closed single bow rail standing 30 inches high and 1 1/4 inches in diameter, fabricated in type 316L stainless. Safe handholds abound with five gloss‑varnished teak handrails mounted along the cabin top and pilothouse roof, and ventilation is served by ten opening Hinckley portlights with removable screens. Practical detailing continues aft with stainless‑steel type 31 scuppers, a Hinckley‑designed swim platform in FRP with teak treads and stainless half‑round trim accessed through a hinged transom door, and a telescoping three‑step stainless‑steel swim ladder. After a swim, a cockpit shower with hot‑and‑cold mixing valve and wand awaits, while discreet courtesy lighting glows beneath each cockpit side‑deck and along the stairs between the cockpit and pilothouse.

Fire fighting equipment

Safety is anchored by a Fireboy CG2‑600 fixed fire‑control system.

Accommadations

Step aboard VERA NORTH to a Bristol satin‑cherry interior underfoot and overhead, its warmth heightened by gloss teak and tulipwood flooring that flows throughout. The salon is exceptionally well appointed, with powered side windows, Slysol blinds, and a retractable 40" HD television that disappears at the touch of a button. The galley blends poise and purpose, featuring Sub‑Zero refrigeration, Corian countertops, and top‑tier appliances to make preparation effortless and presentation refined. Below, a full‑beam owner’s stateroom with a king berth and ensuite bath anchors the accommodations, joined by guest spaces whose convertible sofas expand total sleeping capacity to six; an additional full bathroom serves the lower lounge to enhance privacy and convenience. Above, the flybridge has been comprehensively redesigned, adding teak decking underfoot, powered Stidd helm chairs, a varnished cocktail table, and a complete Garmin navigation suite—an inviting lounge for guests and a confident command center for the skipper.