Flying Lady - TRUMPY FOR SALE

1937 Trumpy 58' Houseboat

A rare blend of heritage and modern practicality, this 58-foot Trumpy houseboat carries the timeless grace of an iconic American name while embracing contemporary, low‑maintenance construction. With a generous 16-foot beam, the yacht opens to an inviting, light-filled interior that celebrates relaxed coastal living—equally suited to elegant entertaining or quiet days on the hook. Her classic sheer and dignified profile turn heads in any harbor, while her fiberglass/composite hull and decks promise durability and confidence underway.

Step inside to discover the easy rhythm of a true liveaboard—expansive salon lounging, a welcoming dining space, and a well-appointed galley that makes extended cruising a pleasure. Abundant natural light and thoughtful sightlines create a warm, sociable atmosphere, while the accommodations are designed for comfort and privacy, served by three well-sized heads. Whether hosting friends for a weekend or setting off for a longer voyage, storage and utility are smartly integrated throughout to keep life onboard uncluttered and refined.

Power comes from twin Detroit Diesel inboards—time-tested, easily serviced, and admirably smooth—delivering an effortless 8-knot cruise and a reassuring 10-knot sprint when needed. With 400 gallons of fuel and 389 gallons of fresh water, she’s set up for genuine independence, inviting you to slow the pace and savor the journey. The ride is composed and quiet, and her broad shoulders add a welcome sense of stability at anchor and underway.

Outside, broad walkways and generous deck spaces encourage alfresco living—from morning coffee with a harbor view to sundowners after a satisfying day’s run. The yacht’s classic Trumpy heritage lends a certain ceremony to every arrival, yet her modern materials keep maintenance sensibly in hand, ensuring more time is spent enjoying the water rather than working on the boat.

Currently lying in the United States, this 1937 Trumpy 58' Houseboat is that elusive combination: period charm with present-day practicality. For the enthusiast seeking a distinguished classic motor yacht—one that invites lingering weekends, effortless coastal passages, and gracious hospitality—she is a compelling and memorable choice.

Classic Motor Yacht, Houseboat, Liveaboard, Coastal Cruiser, Vintage Yacht, Heritage Yacht, Twin Diesel, Inboard, Composite Hull, Fiberglass, Trumpy, Cruiser, Motor Yacht

Main description

Presenting your opportunity to acquire the vintage masterpiece Flying Lady—an iconic Trumpy that has been painstakingly restored, rebuilt, and tastefully redecorated over recent years. A transformative advantage is her C‑Flex fiberglass hull overlay, expertly applied atop the original wooden hull; this structural enhancement meaningfully increases strength and longevity, breathing fresh vitality into a true antique. Most recently, both main engines were rebuilt and the steering system was modernized, while a Starlink installation now delivers exceptional internet connectivity wherever she roams. Across the years, every primary system has been thoughtfully updated, including full air conditioning, advanced navigation electronics, sophisticated entertainment systems, fin stabilizers, and both bow and stern thrusters. Inside, new high‑end designer finishes elevate every space, creating a sumptuous ambiance that is as timeless as it is inviting. Successive owners have each added their own distinctive touches, reinforcing the deep pride of ownership this yacht inspires. If you seek a singular yacht of enduring elegance, this is your chance to own a living piece of maritime history. Please contact me for a private showing, or visit us at the Palm Beach International Boat Show, March 26–29, 2026.

Vessel walkthrough

The wheelhouse welcomes you with sliding port and starboard entryways and a luminous, high‑gloss mahogany finish, centered by a proper captain’s chair with raised aft seating and practical drawer storage beneath. Classic Sewell brass instruments—a ship’s clock and matching barometer—lend a touch of nautical heritage, while efficient air conditioning and heat keep the command center comfortable in every season. The electronics suite is comprehensive and current: dual Garmin MFDs, a Furuno 72KM radar (FR8062), four cameras for situational awareness, and a Simrad AP‑22 autopilot paired with a Simrad remote. Communications are ensured by a UNIDEN ES VHF with two command mics and a Standard Horizon Multi‑Plex MD150, while a remote spotlight, a Danforth compass, Sirius Weather, an ACR‑406 EPIRB, and an AIS transponder round out a navigation and safety package ready for serious cruising.

Astride the main deck, the salon is richly appointed with ornate custom cabinetry and a trunk‑style storage table, complemented by two upholstered wood chairs in leather and a custom sofa with two matching leather chairs. Window sun shades and custom treatments temper the light across mahogany‑veneer high‑gloss raised panels, as a Buckhead‑mounted smart TV serves for entertainment. Retractable glass panel doors dissolve the boundary to the aft deck, and a wet bar with a U‑Line ice maker, set over parquet flooring, makes the space ideal for effortless hospitality. Additional trunk storage and zoned air conditioning and heat ensure both elegance and ease.

Aft, the full‑beam master stateroom is generously proportioned and serene, laid in parquet flooring and supported by an arid bilge system. Twin berths with drawer storage below, ample hanging lockers, and a built‑in chest of drawers provide exceptional practicality, while AC and DC lighting, dedicated air conditioning and heat, and an escape hatch speak to comfort and safety. The master head is equally refined, with marble counters finished in a graceful bullnose, a vanity with a radius leading edge, three drawers of organized storage, a framed vanity mirror, and dedicated towel and linen space. A tiled‑pan shower fitted with Delta fixtures and a high‑gloss mahogany sole completes this private retreat.

The guest accommodations to port and starboard are thoughtfully arranged. The port guest stateroom offers twin berths with drawer storage below, padded headboards, a hanging locker, a built‑in chest, two portlights, and parquet flooring. To starboard, guests enjoy direct access to the guest head, twin berths with drawer storage, padded headboards, a hanging locker, two portlights, a custom mattress, parquet flooring, a Tiffany‑style lamp, and independent air conditioning and heat. The guest head features a vanity with a gentle radius, two drawers of storage, a marble top, a framed mirror, Delta fixtures, a stall shower, a high‑gloss mahogany sole, one portlight, and dedicated air conditioning and heat.

Forward and down, just aft of the crew’s quarters and with direct access to the engine room, the galley is a capable culinary workspace dressed in rose‑and‑black granite counters. Equipment includes a GE Profile range, a GE Speed master microwave, a Kenyon three‑burner cooktop, two Sub‑Zero door‑style refrigerators, one Sub‑Zero drawer‑style freezer, a dishwasher, a garbage disposal, and a Kohler double sink, all tempered by air conditioning, heat, and recessed lighting.

The crew quarters lie forward of the galley, accessed via a sliding door, and provide two single berths, two wood ladders, a hanging locker, and one deck hatch, all climate‑controlled with air conditioning and heat. The crew head is fitted with a sink and vanity mirror, Delta fixtures, and a stall shower to complete the professional working space.

Aft, a covered deck encircled by a three‑sided hard‑panel enclosure and a matching three‑sided wind skirt becomes a timeless open‑air salon. A high‑gloss mahogany sole, custom Trumpy deck furniture and fabrics, two custom tables, and one custom wood hi‑lo table define sophisticated alfresco living.

Electrical systems are robust and refit to ABYC standards, led by an Onan 21.5 kW genset and 50‑amp 220/110 AC service with a 50‑amp shore power cord. Power storage and conversion include 12 V batteries, a Sentry 12/24V–32V 30‑amp charger, and a Mastervolt 24 V 60‑amp charger, while two Charles C‑Power ISO Boost transformers and two marine galvanic isolators protect and condition shore power. Lighting throughout is both 12 V DC and 110 V AC, and critical GFI‑protected circuits enhance safety.

Mechanical systems reflect care and capability: twin Detroit 4‑53 N engines rated at 110 hp, wrapped in Soundown insulation throughout, turn through Velvet Drive gears at 2.91:1.00 to 2‑inch stainless‑steel shafts with proper shaft seals, props, and rudder gear. Propulsion is by 26" x 22" four‑blade bronze propellers, with a spare pair of the same size carried aboard. West‑Mar hydraulic stabilizers and a West‑Mar hydraulic bow thruster provide confident handling and comfort underway, while a fire suppression system, Racor fuel filters, comprehensive AC and DC lighting, and engine‑space blowers speak to thoughtful engineering and readiness.

Mechanical disclaimer

Engine hours reflect the readings at the time of the original listing and represent information provided by the owner and/or the actual hour‑meter readings. The broker cannot guarantee the true hours. It is the responsibility of the purchaser and/or his agent to verify engine hours, any warranties (express or implied), major overhauls, and all other representations noted on this listing.

Disclaimer

The details of this vessel are offered in good faith but without guarantee or warranty as to accuracy, nor any warranty of condition. A buyer should instruct his agents or surveyors to investigate any details the buyer wishes to validate. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.