F&S BOATWORKS - Custom Express Sportfish - For Sale

Shestakov Yacht Sales presents the Custom Express SportfishbyF&S BOATWORKS—amotor yachtdesigned as a capablesport fishermanand built on a durablefiberglassplatform. For expert guidance, broker Andrey Shestakov and our team are here to assist you end to end.

Selecting a Custom Express Sportfish

Choosing the right platform for serious angling and comfortable cruising starts with clear priorities. The Custom Express Sportfishcombines a substantial 64 ft (19.51 m) LOA and a 16 ft (4.88 m) beam with twin MTU inboard diesel power for confident offshore runs. With generous fuel and water capacities, it suits owners seeking range-minded days offshore and multi-day trips with an express-style deck plan. As amotor yachtconfigured for thesport fishermansegment, it offers the balance of capability and simplicity many crews prefer.

• LOA 64 ft supports spacious deck and below-deck arrangements
• 16 ft beam contributes to stability and working space
• Twin inboard MTU diesel engines for reliable propulsion
• fiberglassconstruction for strength and serviceability
• Backed by the brokerage expertise of Andrey Shestakov and Shestakov Yacht Sales

Features of the Model

The Custom Express Sportfishfocuses on efficient operation and purposeful utility:

• Power: twin MTU inboard diesel engines
• Capacities: 1,700 gallons of fuel and 300 gallons of fresh water
• Construction: fiberglasshull; deck material listed as Other
• Mission: a performance-oriented sport fishermanwithin the broadermotor yachtclass

Work directly with Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales to align equipment, survey, and delivery timelines with your program.

Technical Specifications

• Length Overall (LOA): 64 ft (19.51 m)
• Beam: 16 ft (4.88 m)
• Draft (max): 18.318 ft (5.5833 m)
• Engines: 2 x MTU
• Engine configuration: Inboard
• Fuel type: Diesel
• Fuel capacity: 1,700 gal
• Water capacity: 300 gal
• Hull: fiberglass
• Deck material: Other
• Classification: motor yacht/sport fisherman

Pricing and Ordering

For current pricing, availability, inspections, and negotiations on the Custom Express SportfishbyF&S BOATWORKS, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. Our brokerage coordinates specifications review, offers, survey, and closing to streamline your acquisition.

Questions and Answers

Q: What type of vessel is the Custom Express Sportfish? A: It’s amotor yachtoptimized as asport fishermanwith afiberglasshull.

Q: What are the key dimensions? A: The LOAis 64 ft (19.51 m), thebeamis 16 ft (4.88 m), and thedraftis 18.318 ft (5.5833 m).

Q: What engines power the boat? A: It’s equipped with two MTUinboarddieselengines for dependable propulsion.

Q: What are the tank capacities? A: Fuel capacityis 1,700 gallons andwater capacityis 300 gallons.

Q: How do I arrange a viewing or make an offer? A: ContactbrokerAndrey ShestakovatShestakov Yacht Salesto discuss availability, inspections, and the purchase process for theCustom Express Sportfish.

Owner Experience Review

Owners gravitate to the Custom Express SportfishfromF&S BOATWORKSfor true owner-operated versatility: family cruising to the Gulf and Bahamas on one hand, serious sportfishing on the other. Larger customs from the same builder have proven long-range, live‑aboard, tournament capability, and an owner/delivery passage from West Palm to Grenada reports the boat handled the offshore leg well. Across sea trials and owner notes, the ride is consistently described as soft and confident, with quick, controllable maneuvering when backing and turning under fish-on scenarios.

On board, owners point to a light, airy salon and excellent helm visibility, with smaller express examples shown in owner-friendly two‑stateroom, two‑head arrangements. Finishing on larger customs is widely praised—high‑end joinery with extensive teak, roomy staterooms, mezzanine layouts, and large freezers that support real fishing programs. One owner’s quip about a custom express—“I’m sure John Wayne would’ve approved”—captures the presence these boats project.

Serviceability is a strong theme: the engine room has been called “a marvel of space and light,” and aft hatches are sized to lift major components. Owners have flagged a few fit-and-function details to watch—fish‑box/freezer lids that were almost impossible to open (small gas hinges, no handles) and cleats placed too far forward on at least one build. Advanced systems seen on larger builds—Seakeeper stabilization, SeaRecovery watermakers, and F&S closed‑loop cooling—can trim some raw‑water service points but add high‑end maintenance tasks; and published 82‑foot sea‑trial figures (about 122 gph at 28 knots, ~192 gph at 36 knots, and ~278 gph at top end) are useful for framing running costs, noting that actual numbers depend on the specific Custom Express Sportfishbuild and setup.

Pros and Cons

• Soft ride and confident seakeeping reported by owners and reviewers.

• Quick, precise maneuvering when backing and turning under simulated fish-on conditions.

• Service-friendly engine-room access with hatches sized for major component removal.

• Some owners found fish-box/freezer lids difficult to open due to small hinges and no handles.

• Cleat placement on at least one build was too far forward for ideal use.

• High-speed operation can drive significant fuel burn and running costs per 82' sea-trial data.

Comparison with Other Models