DeFever 65 Pilothouse Motor Yacht Great liveaboard or put back into charter

1993 65ft DeFever Motor Yacht

Rare opportunity to own a substantial DeFever motor yacht -- a brand internationally respected for its solid offshore construction, timeless design, exceptional seaworthiness and practical long-range cruising capabilities. DeFever yachts are known for their enormous internal volume, economical operation and comfortable liveaboard layouts, making them highly sought after worldwide.

This 65ft model offers the space and comfort of an apartment on the water while still being manageable enough to operate single-handed when required.

Massive volume coastal cruiser and exceptional liveaboard with extensive upgrades throughout. Comfortably suited for a family of 4 with generous indoor and outdoor living space.

Previously operated in charter and accompanied by original build plans along with documentation for upgrades and improvements completed over the years.

Accommodation includes:
o 3 cabin layout
o 2 queen cabins and 1 double cabin
o 2 bathrooms (originally 3, one converted into a dedicated laundry)
o Full-size bathtub in master ensuite
o 2 fresh water-fed vacuum toilets
o Spacious saloon and full galley
o Large aft deck and flybridge entertaining areas

Powered by twin Caterpillar 3208 V8 diesel engines paired with Twin Disc gearboxes.

Major features include:
o New Zenith 13kVA genset
o Complete Victron power system
o Inverter/charger, solar chargers & DC-DC chargers
o 3 x Fusion 300Ah lithium batteries
o Solar panels mounted to canopy
o Naiad hydraulic fin stabilisers
o Bulbous bow professionally designed by a marine architect to improve fuel economy and stability
o Electronic throttle controls with wired remote
o 6 camera CCTV security system
o Water maker
o 4 x reverse-cycle air conditioners
o Bow thruster
o Electric windlass
o Davco 250kg front davit
o Starlink internet setup

Electronics:
o Simrad autopilot
o Simrad 12" EVO3 MFD with 3D scan sonar
o Simrad radar
o Floscan fuel flow meters

Capacities:
o 4000L fuel
o 1500L fresh water
o 500L holding tanks

Performance:
o Cruises comfortably at 8-10 knots
o Top speed approximately 14 knots
o Extremely economical for its size, using under 20L combined per hour at 8-9 knots

Galley features:
o 4 burner induction cooktop
o Dishwasher
o Full-size fridge
o Filtered water system
o Microwave and more

A very capable long-range cruiser or premium liveaboard with extensive systems already upgraded.

Too much to list.

YouTube video is from a couple of years ago, photos are up to date.
Asking price includes new anti fouling, anodes etc which will be carried out after deposit is received