sale.html" target="_blank">For-IRJDSUNE9932123321222xxeww-sale in Fajardo, PR (currently in dry storage)
I have a
Gulfstar 45 Hirsch
sale.html" target="_blank">for-IRJDSUNE9932123321222xxeww-sale, the
boat currently needs a little TLC, and just
paint on the bottom, But otherwise is ready to go, She will be painted soon, but Im willing to let her go for less as I have some finances to take care of and rather not extend. This is a BEAUTIFUL boat! Practically Ready for your next adventure so close to the USVI!
Asking 79K As-Is, ready to
survey, as its on land!
Price will go up when Bottom is done and
boat is 100%
Here is some info about the
history, and
boat.
Thirty were built in 1985-1986. The name 'HIRSCH' came because they were originally intended for the
charter business. As close as I know only 9 went into
charter and the remaining 21 were
sold to individuals.
The last
hull: #30 is
serial #GFS45030H586 is our
boat. Delivered to a Doctor in Cleveland,
Ohio. 4yrs later
sold to a couple in Rochester, NY.
The
single most noticeable distinction from other
Gulfstar models is the absence of exterior
teak trim. The toe rail is
aluminum with integral
rubrail. The only exposed
teak is the
companionway drop boards.
She has very sturdy
rigging with a rather short 55'
mast stepped on the
keel. It is a
single spreader rig w/ both forward and aft lower shrouds providing more than ample support. The life lines are 27" high which gives an extra measure of
safety. The gunnels are wide and flat which make getting around the
deck easy. 9000 lbs of lead ballast are encapsulated in the
keel which is appx 13 feet long. This makes her rather stiff. The
rudder is a "balanced spade" type which enables her to turn very quickly and smoothly. The sleeve style
rudder bearing is the weak link and we modified it and added a large top bearing and support plate which has eliminated excessive movement.
The
hull is balsa
core and very thick. I have drilled some holes and the
core is almost 1" thick. She has at least 8 athwartships box type stringers and 2 larger longitudinal box stringers. Every section of the sole is removable allowing access to lots of extra
storage and all the mechanical components.
Inside the
salon it is light and airy with 4 long windows and 2 opening hatches. The settees are 6' long and the stbd one pulls out to make a double. There are two 65 gallon
water tanks under the settees. The folding table can seat 6 very comfortably.
The
galley is a 4" step down and is considered a good off shore
galley because you are supported both port and stbd. She has a large refrigerator/freezer w/AdlerBarber Cold Machine. There is a 3 burner
propane stove w/oven and it is gimbal-ed. Lots of
storage space and open counters. The round sink w/ molded drip tray is a big asset when
cleaning up.
Going forward to port is a
Head w/ double entry; from the
salon and V-berth. The V-berth
bed is over 6' long and 6'wide and has a very comfortable 4" closed- cell mattress.
There is a hanging locker, a 2 shelf cabinet, a large locker under the
bed, and 2 very long shelves. Under the forward half of the
bed is a sail locker where we store 4
sails.
There is an opening port and a large
hatch. At the
head of the V-berth is a door, w/secure latch, to the
anchor locker. It is divided into 2 sections. Going aft along the stbd side is the Nav Station w/ fold out seat and plenty of desk space. Along the outside of the hallway are upper and lower locker w/sliding doors. Also a hanging locker.
Toward the center is the door to the
engine room. There is adequate working space and the hot
water heater and
inverter are located above the
engine. The
Perkins 4-108 is a workhorse. Originally rated at 48HP and 3000rpm. (Since rebuilt we get 3600rpm and lots more
power than before.)
The original drivetrain was a 1" shaft and a 17-11 fixed
propeller. We upgraded to a 1 1/4" shaft and an "AutoProp". Performance is wonderful.
The aft stateroom has a slightly off set centerline double berth. Loads of
storage under the
bed and also built in cabinets on both sides and open shelves at
head of bed. We added a
single unit washer/dryer. (Splendide) Going around to port is the rather large master
head w/separate
shower. The aft strm has 4 opening
ports and a large
hatch.
Throughout there is alot of
teak complimented with the use of formica flat surfaces. The sole is
teak and holly on 1/2"
plywood.
Topside, the
cockpit is one of the best ever. It is over 11' long and can accommodate 8 easily. There is very good visibility from the
helm and all the controls/switches are located at the binnacle.
All the
sails can be controlled from the
helm position. However the main has to be hoisted at the
mast. The lazarette is quite large and we often sit in our 2
deck chairs on the poop
deck over it. We have a complete
cockpit enclosure which extends our season to year round.
She really hits her groove in winds above 18 kts. We have sustained speeds over 9 kts for 24 hours and recorded many days in excess of 200ktm. Our 2 best days
game back to back with help of the Gulfstream... almost unbelievable 264ktm followed by 240ktm with
spinnaker.
List of major improvements;
Vinyl-ester bottom job (blisters) 1995; no problems since
Wiring of main 12 volt system,
batteries, and
inverter. 1996
Batteries: Rolls 8-D (six 2vt batteries connected in a
battery box) plus 3 series
31 and one START
battery. Replaced November 2018
110 amp
alternator 2002
Added 2nd
solar panel and new
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Upgraded
watermaker ( PUR 40 ) 2003
High capacity
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Upgraded Manual
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All new hoses for Pumps, heads, drains, intakes, holding
tanks 2004
New toilets 2007
New Faucets 2002
New formica counters 2002
Added lots of
storage; drawers, built in cabinets, and shelves w/ fiddles 2002
Washer-dryer combo, 10 gal
water to wash, works great 2002
Installed tempered auto glass in the 4 large windows. 2004
Rebuilt all the portholes w/ new lenses and
seals (added some screens) 2005
Replaced the polycarbonite glass on the hatches 2007
Mast and boom taken out and painted. 2005
All new halyards 2005
Added a
boom vang and travler for the main sheet. 2005
Set of new
sails; full- batten main and a high cut
genoa for visibility. 2001
Doyle StacPac w/ bat cars and track on the
mast 2005
6 man Life Raft ,new in 2006
Davits for dingy. Strong. I can actually stand up in it. (Atkins and Hoyle) 2002
All new
Electronics;
Raymarine w/ color chart plotter & 48 mile
radar. 2002
Forward looking Sonar ( by Interphase.) It has saved the day many many times.
2002
6000G Auto Pilot with Gyro
Compass (Raymarine) 2003
Custom made top
rudder bearing that prevents the
rudder from wobbling. 34"x36"
steel plate
with 6"brass bearing bolted to the I-beam under the bed.
Complete new
steering system; (cables, conduits, and accessories in a kit from Edson) 2008
Perkins 4-108; taken out and completely rebuilt. 1400 hrs currently Now have
power to spare. 2008
Replaced the entire
exhaust hose and
muffler 2007
Replaced the
transmission. ( ZF
Hurth, 2.5) in 2002
Upgraded to an "AutoProp" feathering
propeller. Good for 1 kt both sailing and motoring. Saves
fuel too. 2002
Installed twin Raycor
Fuel filters / 12vt
electrical primer
pump. A life saver ! 2004
Added a 33gal
fuel tank under the floor of the large locker under the V-berth. 2002
New 12 gallon hot
water heater 2008
Upgraded aft
holding tank to 35 gallons 2003
Helm seats (2) with high backs and arm rests. Makes the
ICW like cruising in your living room. 2007
Rebuilt and rewired the
windlass. Added
remote switch in
cockpit. 2008
Added blue stripes on the
cabin sides forward to match those already on the back half. 1995
and 2008
Replaced the
bimini and enclosure with white 'Stamoide" and new scratch resistant isinglass.
2005
New 15,000 BTU MarineAir w/ digital thermostat . 2009
New and larger/stronger Bow Pulpit, 2 legs on each side and larger tubing . 2009
New swim ladder. 2009
Replaced the Life Lines. 2009
New LED tri color; strobe;
anchor light ; w/auto dust to dawn 2007
Widened the settee seats 4". Sloped the back rest. 1996
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