N/A - Custom 63 - For Sale

The Custom 63byALDEN CUSTOMembodies classic Alden design in a bluewater-readysail yachtformat, tailored for serious passage-making as acruising sailboatwith a durablefiberglasshull.

Selecting a Custom 63

Choosing the Custom 63means prioritizing seaworthy proportions and long-range comfort. With a 62 ft (19.13 m) LOA and 16 ft (5.03 m) beam, this platform balances volume and efficiency, while the deep 26.247 ft (8 m) draft underlines purposeful offshore intent. A single Cummins inboard diesel simplifies propulsion, and generous tankage (350 gal fuel, 300 gal water) supports extended cruising. Two heads add privacy for crew and guests. For guidance on fit, finish, and acquisition, Andrey Shestakov and the team at Shestakov Yacht Sales are ready to assist.

Features of the Model

• Heritage by hull designer John G. Alden for confident offshore sailing
• Hull built in fiberglasswith a composite deck for strength and longevity
• Single inboard Cummins diesel for straightforward, economical propulsion
• Cruising speed of 9 kn (approx. 10.36 mph) for efficient passage-making
• Practical layout fundamentals with 2 heads for onboard comfort
• Substantial capacities: 350 gal fuel and 300 gal water
• Dimensions that favor stability and storage: 62 ft LOA, 16 ft beam, 26.247 ft max draft

Technical Specifications

• Category: sail yacht; Role:cruising sailboat
• Hull: fiberglass; Deck: Composite
• Hull Designer: John G. Alden
• LOA: 62 ft (19.13 m)
• Beam: 16 ft (5.03 m)
• Max Draft: 26.247 ft (8 m)
• Engine: 1x Cummins, Inboard, Diesel
• Cruising Speed: 9 kn (10.36 mph)
• Heads: 2
• Fuel Capacity: 350 gal
• Water Capacity: 300 gal

Pricing and Ordering

For current pricing, availability, and to arrange a detailed consultation on the Custom 63byALDEN CUSTOM, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. Our brokerage will coordinate specifications review, inspections, and purchase logistics tailored to your program.

Questions and Answers

• What type of yacht is the Custom 63? TheCustom 63is asail yachtpurpose-built as a capablecruising sailboatwith a robustfiberglasshull.

• Who designed the hull of the Custom 63? The hull designer is John G. Alden, a noted name in classic American yacht design; thishull designerpedigree underpins the model’s offshore character.

• What are the key dimensions and draft? The yacht’s LOAis 62 ft (19.13 m),beamis 16 ft (5.03 m), andmax draftis 26.247 ft (8 m), emphasizing purposeful bluewater geometry.

• What propulsion and speed can I expect? A single Cummins inboard dieselpowers the boat to acruising speed of 9 kn(about 10.36 mph), balancing efficiency and simplicity.

• How do I purchase through Shestakov Yacht Sales? Reach out to Andrey Shestakovat Shestakov Yacht Sales forpricing, specifications review, and transaction support on theCustom 63byALDEN CUSTOM.

Owner Experience Review

Owners of the Custom 63byALDEN CUSTOMreport summers cruising southern New England to Maine and winters in the Caribbean. The boat has been used for offshore bluewater passages and long-distance races like Newport–Bermuda and Marblehead–Halifax, as well as club/regatta and Classic Yacht events. Underway she is described as surprisingly fast in light winds, stable and sea‑kindly when the breeze builds, and simply a joy to sail; cruising speed is around 9 knots with competitive elapsed times in ORR/PHRF contexts.

On board, the three‑cabin, two‑head layout with beautifully crafted cherry joinerwork supports family cruising and multiday voyages with guests and grandchildren. Substantial tankage—about 350 gallons of fuel and 300 gallons of water—backs up extended cruising and liveaboard comfort without constant resupply.

Maintenance narratives emphasize proper care and steady upgrades rather than chronic faults. Documented work includes a refit/restoration in 2012 and 2021 additions of remote/pushbutton sail control systems; propulsion is commonly noted as a Cummins 6B5.9M with roughly 7,150 engine hours alongside a Northern Lights generator at about 3,205 hours on some sale sheets. Publicly available broker/owner remarks have not flagged recurring structural failures, and listings tend to highlight ongoing systems and upgrades.

Pros and Cons

• Proven in bluewater passages and long-distance events such as Newport–Bermuda and Marblehead–Halifax.
• Surprisingly quick in light air yet stable and sea‑kindly in rougher conditions.
• Three‑cabin, two‑head cherry interior and 350 gal fuel / 300 gal water support extended family cruising.
• Some listings show roughly 7,150 engine hours and about 3,205 generator hours, so verifying service history and condition is essential.
• 2021 pushbutton/remote sail-control additions add convenience but introduce more systems to maintain.
• Publicly reported owner-issue data are limited, so rely on thorough surveys and broker records.

Comparison with Other Models