Bay Cruiser 50 Converted Trawler
1961 Bay Cruiser 50 - Converted Timber Trawler
AU $125,000 - Horizon Shores Marina, QLD
Step aboard this Bay Cruiser 50, a classic 1961 timber trawler thoughtfully converted into a spacious and practical liveaboard cruiser. With an overall length of 15.85m, a generous 4.9m beam, and a robust timber plank hull with fibreglass sheathing below the waterline, she combines traditional craftsmanship with modern upgrades.
Powered by a dependable Gardner 5LW diesel (78HP) with SeaStar hydraulic steering, she cruises economically at 4-6LPH around 1500rpm, and is a breeze to manoeuvre with bow and stern jet thrusters.
Over the years, a significant amount of money has been invested into her refit, including new tanks, electrical systems, and equipment. Due to unfortunate circumstances, she now requires some finishing work, making her an excellent opportunity for a new owner to complete and truly make their own.
Contact Regan on for an inspection.
AU $125,000 - Horizon Shores Marina, QLD
Step aboard this Bay Cruiser 50, a classic 1961 timber trawler thoughtfully converted into a spacious and practical liveaboard cruiser. With an overall length of 15.85m, a generous 4.9m beam, and a robust timber plank hull with fibreglass sheathing below the waterline, she combines traditional craftsmanship with modern upgrades.
Powered by a dependable Gardner 5LW diesel (78HP) with SeaStar hydraulic steering, she cruises economically at 4-6LPH around 1500rpm, and is a breeze to manoeuvre with bow and stern jet thrusters.
Over the years, a significant amount of money has been invested into her refit, including new tanks, electrical systems, and equipment. Due to unfortunate circumstances, she now requires some finishing work, making her an excellent opportunity for a new owner to complete and truly make their own.
Contact Regan on for an inspection.
Region
Queensland
Location
Gold Coast Area Horizon Shores Marina - Woongoolba QLD
Reference
HS30038
Usage
Family, Cruising, Live Aboard
Launch Year
1961
Hull
Timber Plank - Fibreglass over below water line
HIN
AUABN010038QT3
Rego
NR366Q
Rego Expiry
22/04/2026
Length
50' - 15.24m
Beam
4.9m
Draft
1.75m
Engine Make
Gardner
Engine
Model: 5LW
SeaStar hydraulic steering
Number Engines
1
Horsepower
78HP
Fuel Type
Diesel
Fuel Consumption
4-6LPH @1500rpm approx
Max Speed
6kn
Propulsion
Shaft Drive
Thrusters
Jet Thrusters Bow & Stern Thrusters
Fuel
180L (new tank)
Water
2000L (3 out of the 4 tanks are new)
Accommodation
The interior offers 2 cabins plus a wheelhouse, with berths for up to 12-14. The galley is fully equipped with a Dometic full-size fridge & freezer, bar fridge, and 3-burner gas stove with oven. Comforts include a full headroom shower, Rinnai gas hot water, Jabsco electric toilet with 80L holding tank, and a Daewoo mini washing machine.
Cabins
2 + Wheel House
Berths
12-14
Refrigeration
Dometic full size fridge & freezer, Dometic bar fridge,
Stove
3 burner gas stove & oven
Hotwater System
Rinnai gas hot water system
Shower
Full Head room Shower H&C
Toilet
Jabsco Electric toilet with Holding Tank (80 Litres)
Entertainment
Fusion Sound system, 3 TV
Covers
Flybridge Bimini with S/S
Ground Tackle
Maxwell Electric anchor winch with EX-CEL Anchor. Maxwell AA560 chain counter. S/S cleats
Electrics
All new electrical wiring. Enerdrive EPRO Battery Charger, Enerdrive 3 bank charger, Magnum Inverter, 3 solar panels with TriStar Mppt solar controller.
Batteries x6
Batteries x6
Electronics
Garmin GPSmap xs, GME VHF.
Remarks
S/S BBQ on flybridge, Daewoo mini washing machine
ABOUT THE SELLER
Horizon Shores Boat Sales
Regan Garden
Regan Garden
Shop 1-2 Horizon Shores Marina
80 Cabbage Tree Point Rd
80 Cabbage Tree Point Rd
Woongoolba
QLD 4207 Australia
QLD 4207 Australia
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