Feadship 87' 1985

1985 Feadship 87' THANKS BUDS for Sale in Fort Lauderdale, Florida – Classic Sport Fishing Yacht
Discover the Timeless Elegance of the Feadship 87'
THANKS BUDS is a remarkable example of craftsmanship and design, offering a unique opportunity to own a classic sport fishing yacht. This vessel combines performance, comfort, and style, making it ideal for both serious fishing enthusiasts and leisurely cruising.
Available for sale in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, through Denison Yachting, this Feadship has been well-maintained and is ready for new adventures on the water.

Here is your opportunity to own a product of one of the most renowned shipyards in the world at an incredible price. Seeing this 87 Feadship sportfish in person, even 39 years after construction, is truly amazing, boasting features and quality that we still do not see in production builds today. THANKS BUDS remains an icon in yachting circles. She was built as the second of two GALLANT LADY Feadship Sportfisherman. At the time of her build, no larger pedigree “Yacht Fisherman” was on the water. While the market has dictated newer, larger, and faster Sportfisherman, none have the class, grace, or quality of a Feadship. Largely, in fact, only systems have been upgraded. Her original Feadship features remain. 

Your chance to own an icon.

NOTE: In October of 2024, THANKS BUDS was donated to a marine-oriented charity. As such, she can only be leased for 36 months with a purchase option after the lease.
Exceptional Features and Performance Equipped with twin Caterpillar C-30 engines, this yacht delivers impressive performance with a top speed of 25 knots and a cruising speed of 23 knots. With a fuel capacity that supports long-range cruising, you can explore the open waters with confidence.
Spacious and Comfortable Accommodations
The interior layout of the Feadship 87' features four cabins, accommodating up to 8 guests comfortably. The master suite includes a double bed, while the additional cabins feature single beds, making it perfect for family trips or entertaining friends. THANKS BUDS Additional Information
Walkthrough

Boarding THANKS BUDS is over the covering boards from a fixed dock or through the transom door from a floating dock.

The Cockpit is immense with a centered offset pedestal fighting chair and double central steps, the Salon flanked by all the freezer, bait prep, tackle storage you would want.

The counterbalanced doors open to a large Salon with seating groups both port and starboard. An updated LED TV faces the starboard side sofa area. The Galley is to port forward and discreetly masked by the fine joinery. To starboard is additional concealed freezer space. Centerline steps lead to the four cabins below. All four cabins are en suite. First to port is a twin lower bunk cabin with oversized berths. Opposite to starboard is an over/under cabin with two outboard berths. Next forward is the companionway laundry center with an updated Whirlpool washer and separate dryer.

Opposite to starboard is the Fourth Cabin used for the crew with upper and lower berths outboard.

All the way forward is the Master Cabin with a centerline king berth, small settee, and a very large head and shower not usually found on yachts of this size, let alone a Convertible Sportfisherman.

The enclosed Pilothouse is accessed via a 10-step ladder from the Cockpit. There is an abundance of seating, plus there is an observation deck aft with two swivel fish chairs as well as an aft control station for fishing.

Salon

The Salon is entered via a centerline counter-balanced door. The first impression is of a huge, open one-level area that stretches 26 feet forward to the 3 panel windshield. This area includes the Galley, which blends into the Salon and is unobtrusive as a galley can be!

Large, fixed side windows allow huge amounts of natural light. Light filtering Roman shades provide some privacy, full blackout shades port and starboard, and aft provide full privacy.

Immediately to starboard upon entering is a large U-shaped leather settee to seat six people. The forward corner has a built-in end table with a decorative wood table lamp above. In front of the sofa is a high-low cocktail/dining table with two hinged leaves at the ends.

To port aft are two oversized, built-in upholstered chairs separated by a built-in end table. Just aft of the table is the salon’s entertainment electronics to include a Yamaha AV receiver with Bluetooth connectivity, six-channel Surround Sound, a Direct TV HD DVR, a receiver, an Audiovox DVD player, and two USB charger outlets for phones/iPads.

Next forward is a bar area with a lit liquor locker, a Whirlpool wet ice icemaker, and glass storage for wine, champagne, highball, and cocktail glasses. All these elements are hidden and blended into the cabinetry.

Facing the couch is a newer Samsung 49” LED TV that can be hidden behind tambour doors as desired.

Overhead in the Salon Galley area is rod storage for up to 25 rods. Also overhead in this area are 14 LED lights, a smoke and fire sensor, plus five Bose mini cube speakers.

The sole is carpeted with a recent neutral tone plush carpet.

Galley (Portside)

The Galley is next forward to port but very much open to the Salon. The shape is a rectangle, making the best use of the available space. The countertops and sole are in Black Galaxy granite. A timber sea rail surrounds the countertop and is the only separation between the Galley and the Salon.

Galley equipment includes:

• Deep undermount double stainless steel sink
• Instahot water faucet
• Filtered drinking water faucet
• Removable spray faucet
• Slide out trash receptacle/cabinet
• Side-by-side custom stainless steel refrigerators with wood faces
• Full Jenn-Air oven & Ceran top 4 burner cooktop with central exhaust fan, all hidden in cabinets & under hinged top granite countertops
• Pop-up Kenmore microwave/convection oven disappears when not in use
• (7) Cabinets, several with slide-out shelves
• (5) Drawers
• (5) Additional overhead rod holders forward
• (12) Overhead LED lights
• Garbage disposal
• Window shades & blackout curtains

Galley (Starboard)

To starboard is an extension of the Galley that again flows forward from the Salon. Behind the cabinets are two matching stainless steel freezers, similar to the refrigerators to port, four cabinets, two pegged for dish/saucer storage, one fore and aft. Above are two drawers forward and two aft.

This area benefits from the same large side cabin windows with Roman shades. Above are nine LED lights and the vents for air conditioning delivery.

Centerline Companionway

Seven carpeted steps below the Galley area is the Accommodation area with four ensuite cabins arranged as follows: twin lower guest to port, twin upper/lower guest to starboard, twin upper/lower crew next forward to starboard, and the opulent Master cabin forward.

The Companionway has raised panels of washed oak timber to match the cabin doors. A new Whirlpool Laundry Center to starboard. The sole is carpeted. Overhead are three LED lights and a smoke/fire sensor.

Forward, just before the Master Cabin entrance, is a hinged step to the forward bilge area under the Master Cabin. Built-in shelving allows for weeks of ship’s stores and spares. This area is well lit, encompasses the bow thruster tube and hydraulic pump, as well as the forward tank tops. Also in this area is a safe.

Spend a few minutes in this area and you will start to see how stout this yacht was built, what piping instead of rubber hoses looks like, and above al,l the fact that the original quality is still very evident even in areas not usually visited by an owner.

Helm Equipment includes:

• 6” Danforth Constellation compass
• CAT (sturdy) single lever electric engine controls
• CAT start/stop key panels
• CAT fully independent backup controls
• CAT “Station Active” sync/troll panel
• (3) Garmin 8617 plotter MRD’s with engine gauge interface
• (1) Garmin 8612 MFD with engine gauge interface
• Garmin card reader
• Simrad AP 70 MKII autopilot
• ABT joystick bow thruster control
• ICOM M604 VHF with DSC & remote mic
• Furuno RD-30 data/GPS
• Hydraulic steering pump controls with alarm panel
• Standard Horizon hailer
• (3) Wiper/washer controls
• Garmin 5212 plotter/fish finder/radar
• Maretron DSM570 screen
• FLIR controls for night vision camera
• Fusion AM/FM/CD stereo
• Chart book locker
• Dual digital A/C control
• Recaro matching leather helm seat with folding footrest
• Weems & Plath barometer
• Weems & Plath thermometer/hygrometer
• Active AIS system
• Pilothouse 12V DC panel with (12) breaker-protected circuits
• Pilothouse 24V DC panel with (12) breaker-protected circuits
• Pilothouse 120/240 V DC panel with (12) breaker-protected circuits
• Navigation light panel with normal & backup power supply
• Furuno Nav Net VX2 system
• KoopNautic stabilizer control panel (system disconnected)
• Headhunter LCD gauge panel for all liquids

Notes

During 2005, THANKS BUDS received a complete engine room redesign and refit. Work included new engines, transmissions, generator, exhaust systems, pumps, HVAC systems, and much more! At that time, many of the boat’s electronic systems (AV and navigation) were updated as well.

November 2024 Bottom Service at Broward Marine

• Prep and paint bottom with Interlux Pacified Plus Blue
• Prop speed on shafts and props
• 22 new zincs
• Waterline blister repairs at transom and port side air conditioning discharge in tri-color boot stripe
• Above work totaled $36,000

Exclusions

While every effort was made to list all pertinent included equipment aboard THANKS BUDS, there are some personal belongings aboard. Prospective purchasers should assume any item not specifically mentioned herein will not convey at closing.

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1985 Feadship 87'THANKS BUDS is a classic vessel that offers both performance and comfort, making it an excellent choice for any boating enthusiast.
To learn more about exceptional THANKS BUDS for sale in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, or to schedule a private viewing, contact Denison Yachting at +1 (954) 763-3971 today.