The boat featured is not currently for sale by Boatshed. The boat information and images presented are part of Boatshed’s back catalogue of the 25,000+ boats we have listed in the last 20 years and appear here for general information and guidance purposes about Boatshed and our boat selling systems and services

Chris-Craft Constellation

£0 Sold / Unavailable
  • Boat REF#  ·  103647
  • LOA  ·  16.76m
  • Year  ·  1961
  • Construction  ·  Wood
  • Underwater profile  ·  semi-displacement
  • Berths  ·  5
  • Engine  ·  2 x Diesel 235hp, General Motors 6071-M (1971)
  • Lying  ·  Seattle - Shown by Appointment
Boatshed Seattle
Boatshed Seattle
Scott Helker

The boat featured is not currently for sale by Boatshed. The boat information and images presented are part of Boatshed’s back catalogue of the 25,000+ boats we have listed in the last 20 years and appear here for general information and guidance purposes about Boatshed and our boat selling systems and services

Extra Details

Builder Chris Craft Corporation
Lying Seattle - Shown by Appointment
Fuel capacity 549.9 G Total - 3 Tanks
Water capacity 225.0 G Total - 3 Tanks
Holding tank capacity 45.0 G Total - 1 Tanks
Last survey 09/06/2005

Mechanical

Engine 2 x Diesel 235hp
Engine make and model General Motors 6071-M (1971)
Engine Hours Not Recorded
Engine Cooled Indirect
Steering Wheel
Drive Shaft
Prop(s) 3-blade bronze
Fuel consumption (approx) 11.0 G /hour At Cruising Speed
Cruising speed (approx) 11 knots
Max speed (approx) 16 knots
Generator output 20KVA
Engine spares
Water-maker

32 volt system (with four new 8-volt cells) powers windlass, some lighting and aft head. 24 volt start system for Kohler 20 kw generator. 12 volt system (two 8D house batteries and two 8D start batteries) for engine start and other house loads. Watermaker aboard, but operability is unknown. 600 W inverter.

Well-maintained GM six-cylinder diesels start readily and run well.

Dimensions

LOA 16.76m
Beam 4.50m
Draft Max 1.09m
Displacement 60,000.0lbs
Headroom 2.01m
Storage On marina

Electrical Systems

12 volt battery, 10 batteries charged by: engine, shore power, generator

Construction

Construction Wood
Underwater profile semi-displacement
Finish Paint finish

Keel constructed of white oak. Frames are mahogany. Planking is 5/8" mahogany with 3/8" marine plywood on bottom inner layer. Fastenings are bronze wood screws and bolts. Decking is 5/8" teak planked over a 3/8" ply subdeck.

Regularly hauled and inspected, with periodic refastening as required.

Accommodation

Total # of berths 5
No. of double berths 1
No. of single berths 4
Cabin(s) 3
Handbasin 2
Shower 1
Heads 2 heads (Electric)

Large full-beam master cabin aft, with plenty of closet and drawer space. Guest cabin amidships features two berths arranged in an L-shape. Forward cabin has over/under berths. Master head has a separate shower compartment lined with ceramic tile.

The galley is designed for gourmet cooks (which well-describes the current owners). Jenn-Aire range includes grill and other cooktop accessories. LOTS of storage for food, spices, galley ware, etc. Maytag dishwasher. And plenty of counter space.

A large comfortable salon with a computer desk built to compliment the original design.

Webasto hydronic cabin heat with new boiler and pump in 2008.

The enclosed bridgedeck houses a remarkable and commanding helm station, a bar (complete with refrigerator), and room for about 20 friends who are certain to enjoy the view.

4 burner Electric cooker/stove

Accommodation

Cooker/stove
Oven
Sink
Refrigerator
Freezer
Carpet
Curtains
Cabin heating
Pressurised water system
Hot water system
Raw water wash
Non-Smokers
Bar Sink
Microwave
Compactor
Dishwasher
Washing Machine
Dryer

Large full-beam master cabin aft, with plenty of closet and drawer space. Guest cabin amidships features two berths arranged in an L-shape. Forward cabin has over/under berths. Master head has a separate shower compartment lined with ceramic tile.

The galley is designed for gourmet cooks (which well-describes the current owners). Jenn-Aire range includes grill and other cooktop accessories. LOTS of storage for food, spices, galley ware, etc. Maytag dishwasher. And plenty of counter space.

A large comfortable salon with a computer desk built to compliment the original design.

Webasto hydronic cabin heat with new boiler and pump in 2008.

The enclosed bridgedeck houses a remarkable and commanding helm station, a bar (complete with refrigerator), and room for about 20 friends who are certain to enjoy the view.

4 burner Electric cooker/stove

Deck Gear

Warps
Fenders
Davits

Electric Plath windlass
2 anchors
(Forfjord 80#; Danforth 50#)
121.92m of chain
Boston Whaler dinghy (1979)
(Hard Dinghy)
9.9hp outboard, Mercury, Short Shaft ()
Eisenglass window covers for salon side windows. Canvas covers for foredeck features.

Nav Equipment

Compass
Radar
VHF
Autopilot
Stereo
Clock
Barometer
Echo sounder

Seatron 32 mile radar, Wesmar autopilot, Impulse depth sounder, Regency VHF, Wesmar digital compass

Safety Equipment

Life jackets
Life buoys
Searchlight
Horn
Boarding ladder
Security Alarm

3 bilge pumps (1 manual / 2 Electric)

Four trumpet air horns; port engine seawater intake is plumbed to act as emergency high-volume bilge pump; Halon automatic fire suppression in engineroom and in lazarette.

Broker's Comments

Chris-Craft Constellation...the name alone epitomizes the highest achievements of American motor yacht building. This beautiful 55' Connie has received continuous upgrades and loving maintenance throughout her life, and is ready to continue service as a glamorous and comfortable boat....perhaps for a family longing to make a yacht their home? Or for someone with a dedication and love for seagoing classics? Take a look and you'll be enthralled by the gleaming rails, the polished fittings, the classic lines, and the warm woods and joinery throughout.

Well-equipped with newer GM Detroit diesels and a documented history of attentive care she's ready to cruise. And with a gourmet galley, roomy and comfortable cabins, an expansive salon, and an enclosed bridgedeck with a regally commanding view of all around she's a joy to be aboard. Her current owners have enjoyed living aboard for many years, and have found her to be a warm, incredibly comfortable home on the water.

The seller will consider a seller contract with suitable down payment and credit history.

These boat details are subject to contract.
Note: Offers on the asking price may be considered.

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