1980 Grand Banks 49' (14.94 m) 49 Classic
Moore Haven, Florida, United States
Tortuga
“Tortuga” is a classic 1980 Grand Banks 49 Classic — one of the most respected and recognizable trawlers ever built. Known for exceptional cruising comfort, timeless styling, and dependable long-range capability, the 49 Classic remains a favorite among serious cruisers and liveaboards alike.
Flag of Registry: United States
- Trawlers
- Power
- Used
- Diesel
- Fiberglass Hull
- HIN/IMO: GB492
$ 99,000 USD
€ 86,636 Euros
$ 140,174 CAD
£ 74,744 GBP
Description
“Tortuga” is a classic 1980 Grand Banks 49 Classic — one of the most respected and recognizable trawlers ever built. Known for exceptional cruising comfort, timeless styling, and dependable long-range capability, the 49 Classic remains a favorite among serious cruisers and liveaboards alike.
Powered by Twin Ford Lehman 2715E diesels and equipped with a 9kW Northern Lights generator, this vessel offers economical cruising, excellent reliability, and the systems needed for extended time aboard. The spacious three-stateroom layout, galley-up design, and panoramic salon windows create a comfortable and inviting interior with the warm teak craftsmanship Grand Banks is famous for.
“Tortuga” features a clean engine room, good-running engines and generator, solid fuel tanks, dual-zone air conditioning, washer/dryer, and a Wesmar bow thruster for easier maneuverability. Exterior cosmetics will benefit from restoration, making this an excellent opportunity for someone looking to own a true classic Grand Banks with strong mechanical foundations and tremendous upside potential.
With no teak decks to maintain and a proven hull design built for comfortable coastal cruising, island hopping, or Great Loop adventures, this Grand Banks 49 represents an excellent value in today’s trawler market.
Highlights:
- Classic Grand Banks 49 Classic trawler
- Twin Ford Lehman 2715E diesel engines
- Northern Lights 9kW generator – approx. 2200 hrs
- Wesmar bow thruster for easier docking
- Three-stateroom layout with aft master
- Spacious galley-up interior design
- Beautiful teak interior & parquet flooring
- Dual-zone air conditioning & heat
- Washer/Dryer combo onboard
- Clean engine room & solid fuel tanks
- No teak decks for reduced maintenance
- Electric windlass & dual anchor pulpit
- 1,000-gallon fuel capacity for extended cruising
- Ideal liveaboard, coastal cruiser, or Great Loop yacht
Data Sheet
HIN/IMO: GB492
LOA: 49' (14.94 Meters)
Type: Power- Used
Year: 1980
Beam: 15' 5''
Draft Max: 4' 7''
Cabins: 3
Heads: 2
Fuel Type: Diesel
Hull Material: Fiberglass
Bridge Clearance: 27'
Fuel Tank: 1000 Gallons (3785.41 Liters)
Fresh Water: 500 Gallons (1892.71 Liters)
Holding Tank: 70 Gallons (264.98 Liters)
Dry Weight: 60000
Engines
Engine 1
- Engine Make: Ford Lehman
- Engine Model: 2715 E
- Engine Type: Inboard
- Drive Type: Direct
- Power HP: 120.00
- Power KW: 89.48
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Hours: 3650.00
- Engine Location: Port
Engine 2
- Engine Make: Ford Lehman
- Engine Model: 2715 E
- Engine Type: Inboard
- Drive Type: Direct
- Power HP: 120.00
- Power KW: 89.48
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Hours: 3650.00
- Engine Location: Starboard
Full Details
Accommodations
Electronics & Navigation Equipment
- Dome Radar
Flybridge:
- Compass with Sun Cover
- Stainless Steel Steering Wheel
- Morse Shift and Throttle Controls
- Marine VHF Radio
- Storage Locker
- Full Engine Instrumentation
- Bimini Top (canvas currently stored)
Lower Station:
- Garmin GPSmap152 GPS/Plotter
- Radar Display
- Compass
- Morse Shift and Throttle Controls
- Full Engine Instrumentation
- West Marine VHF Radio
- Wes Mar Bow Thruster Control
Electrical System
Northern Lights 9.0kw generator, 2200 hrs
Custom Spray Sheild for Generator
Batteries
ProMariner Battery Charger
Heart Interface Inverter
Panel Location at lower helm station
Water heater & Exchanger
50 amp shore power service
Deck
Flybridge cushions
Flybridge Seating for 6
Running lights
Electric Windlass
Sampson Post
Dual Anchor Pulpit
Teak Handrail Inboard
360 Stainless Steel Rail with Teak Cap Rail
Spreader Lights
Cover Flybridge - Helm seats, Bridge, & Seats
Textile covers on all windows and doors
Deck wash down Fresh/Salt water
Mechanical Equipment & Engine Details
Morse dual lever controls (2) stations
Struts - Bronze
Keel protected propellers
Air Conditioning – Dual Zone
Glendinning synchronizer
Sea Strainers
Bilge Pumps
Bilge Blowers
Halon System
Twin Dual Racor Fuel Filters with Crossover
Exclusions
Owner's Personal Items and Tools
Mechanical Disclaimer
Engine and generator hours are as of the date of the original listing and are a representation of what the listing broker is told by the owner and/or actual reading of the engine hour meters. The broker cannot guarantee the true hours. It is the responsibility of the purchaser and/or his agent to verify engine hours, warranties implied or otherwise and major overhauls as well as all other representations noted on the listing brochure.
Disclaimer
The company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change or withdrawal without notice.
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Contact Us
For more information about this yacht please contact Mike Mascari.
We look forward to working with you!
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