Feadship 87' 1985

1985 Feadship 87' THANKS BUDS  for Sale in Fort Lauderdale, Florida – Classic Motor Yacht
Discover Timeless Elegance with the Feadship 87'
The 1985 Feadship 87' is a stunning example of classic yacht design, combining exceptional craftsmanship with modern amenities. This motor yacht, located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, presents a rare opportunity for discerning buyers seeking a well-maintained vessel with a rich heritage. Comfortable Living Spaces for All
THANKS BUDS features a thoughtfully designed layout, accommodating up to 8 guests in 4 cabins, including a master suite and three additional guest cabins. Each cabin is equipped with ensuite facilities, ensuring privacy and comfort for all guests. The spacious salon and dining area provide an inviting atmosphere for relaxation and entertainment. Powered by Twin Caterpillar C-30 Engines
The Feadship 87' is powered by twin Caterpillar C-30 engines, delivering a cruising speed of 23 knots and a top speed of 25 knots. With a range suitable for extended voyages, this yacht is perfect for both leisurely cruising and adventurous excursions. Equipped for Comfort and Convenience
This yacht is equipped with a variety of features to enhance the onboard experience, including:
- Air Conditioning for optimal comfort - A premium sound system for entertainment - A generator for reliable power supply - Joystick control for easy maneuvering - Stabilizers for a smooth ride
General Description

Sold by the listing broker to the second owners 28 years ago and three times since, 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 there were no larger pedigree “Yacht Fisherman” 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 to her original design 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 at the conclusion of the lease. The lessee has the option of starting the interest free lease payments from October 2024 or starting the 36 months at the start of his/her lease. 

Brand new photography as of April 2025. 

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 counter balanced 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 discretely masked by the fine joinery. To starboard is additional concealed freezer space. Centerline steps lead to the four cabins below. All four cabins are ensuite. 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 forward. 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 black out 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 Blue Tooth connectivity, six channel Surround Sound, a Direct TV HD DVR, 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, hi ball 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 in 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 under mount 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 & black out curtains

Galley (Starboard)

To starboard is an extension of the Galley that again flows forward from the Salon. Behind 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 in lieu of rubber hoses looks like and above all the fact that the original quality is still very evident even in areas not usually visited by an owner.

Foredeck

• Oversize varnished cap rail, aft to coaming boards
• Teak decking from windlass forward
• Ideal windlass with devil’s claw
• Poole 180 lb. galvanized anchor mounted through hull, portside, with stainless steel surround, 300’ 5/8” chain, with high pressure chain wash
• Bosuns locker with ladder to access fender, line & hose storage, 5’ 10” headroom, receiving box for anchor chain
• Twin solar powered vents into bosuns locker
• A/C air handler dedicated to bosuns locker
• DC lighting in bosuns locker
• Welded stainless steel bow rail extends aft to forward end of house
• Dual spring line cleats with chaff guard strips on the cap rail
• Bow pennant staff at rail centerline
• Marquipt 1700 lb. telescoping hydraulic davit
• Marquipt custom tender chocks
• International Navigation lights
• (3) Hinged deck hatches
• (2) Viking 8 man life rafts in canisters chocked on bow
• Aluminum steps in house front for access to pilothouse windshield
• Stainless steel handrail below pilothouse windows
• Stainless steel handrail at house sides
• Forward Textulene windshield cover

Tender

• 2006 17’ Maverick HPX flats boat with 2005 90 HP Yamaha 4 stroke outboard
• Casting platform
• Nav lights
• Battery switch
• Battery tender/charger
• Console steering
• Lenco trim tabs
• Garmin 740S fish finder/plotter
• (6) Rod holders
• (2) Poles
• Icom M24 VHF with DSC
• Frigid Rigid cooler
• Spectre brand lifting harness
• Popup cleats
• Compass
• Live well
• Catch wells

Contact Gilman Yachts for More Information
1985 Feadship 87' THANKS BUDS  is a remarkable vessel that offers a blend of classic style and modern performance. To learn more about this exceptional yacht for sale in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, or to schedule a private viewing, contact Gilman Yachts at +1 (954) 525-8112, located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, US.