1978 Hatteras 42 Convertible For Sale

1978 Hatteras 42 Convertible for Sale - Classic Sport Fishing Yacht in Miami, FL

Timeless Design Meets Modern Performance

The 1978 Hatteras 42 Convertible is a classic sport fishing yacht that combines traditional craftsmanship with modern upgrades. With twin Yanmar 530 HP engines, this vessel is ready for both serious fishing adventures and leisurely cruising. The spacious cockpit and well-appointed interior make it an ideal choice for socializing and entertaining on the water.

Versatile Layout for Comfort and Functionality

This Hatteras features a versatile layout with two cabins, accommodating up to four guests overnight. The main salon is designed for relaxation and entertainment, while the galley provides all the essentials for meal preparation. Whether you're fishing offshore or enjoying a sunset cruise, this yacht offers the comfort and functionality you need for a memorable experience.

Specifications - 1978 Hatteras 42 Convertible

• Builder: Hatteras
• Model: 42 Convertible
• Year: 1978
• Location: Miami, Florida
• Length: 42.7 feet
• Beam: 13.8 feet
• Draft: 3.4 feet
• Engines: Twin Yanmar 6CX530 (530 HP each)
• Cabins: 2
• Total Berths: 4
• Heads: 1

Electronics and Features:

• Garmin navigation system
• VHF radio
• Autopilot
• Premium sound system
• TV
• Air conditioning
• Deck fridge
• Microwave
• Searchlight
• Underwater lights
• Bottom paint
• Starlink internet

Step aboard this beautifully maintained 1978 Hatteras 42 Convertible, a timeless classic that’s been thoughtfully upgraded to deliver modern comfort and performance. Whether you’re chasing pelagics offshore, entertaining on the water, or cruising comfortably along the coast, this 42’ Hatteras is ready to impress with her refined interior, updated electronics, and mechanical confidence.

• Re-powered in 2009 1200 hours
• New Phasor Generator in 2009
• Cruises at 23/25 WOT 31 
• 34 GPH burn at cruise
• Complete interior refit 2023 including appliances, led lights,softgoods and kitchen
• Complete electronics refit 2023
• New Garmin 8612 MFD 2025 
• New JL Audio Subwoofers, Midrange and Amplifiers 2025
• Starlink with Amazon FireStick 2025
• Complete Awlgrip Paint 2023
• Bottom paint, cutlass bearings, 5 new underwater lights and propspeed May 2025

SALON:

• Vinyl faux-teak flooring
• Main salon featured an L shaped sofa (w/storage below)
• Sony TV
• Air conditioning
• Overhead lights
• Window shades

GALLEY:

• Acrylic molded countertop with a single compartment stainless sink.
• Whynter refrigerator.
• 2 Two Magic Chef fridges  
• Magic Chef microwave

Master stateroom:

• Provides sleeping for two adults on upper and lower berth w/ storage below), a chest of drawers, a hanging locker, and a full head compartment.

Cockpit

• Transom door
• Cockpit fridge/freezer
• Sink
• Acces to fly bridge leader

Flybridge

• Hard top
• Overhead lights
• Seating forward helm station
• JL Audio system
• Starlink

Helm Station & Electronics

• Garmin Display
• Garmin Radar
• Yanmar digital engines displays
• FireBoy suppression engine shutdown control
• Simrad Autopilot
• ACR Search light control
• Icom VHF
• FUSION Audio AM/FM
• Trim tabs control

MACHINERY

• MACHINERY MAIN ENGINES
• MANUFACTURE/MODEL: Yanmar / 6CX530
• HP/CYLINDERS: 6 cylinder
• SERIAL NUMBERS: Port: M70033 / Starboard: M70034
• HOURS:
• ENGINE ROOM VENTALATION
• EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN
• TRANSMISSIONS MANUFACTURER/TYPE: ZF MODEL: ZF 280-1A SERIAL NUMBERS: 20110548 / 20110547
• PROP SHAFT: 2 inch, prop shaft.
• Phasor Marine GENERATOR MODEL: K3-8 5KW / 03408
• BELOW WATERLINE MACHINERY
• PROPELLER(S): 4-blade
• TRIM TABS: Hydraulically
• THRU-HULLS: Bronze
• STRAINERS/SCOOPS/SCREENS: