September 2024 Update: MAJOR PRICE DROP.

Reduced $20,000!

This is to compensate for the following: 

-Compromised Starboard Fuel Tank/NEEDS REPLACEMENT. Tank has hole/leak due to corrosion (common issue with 1980's Taiwanese trawlers) and leak is low enough where the tank must remain empty. Please note boatyard does NOT have capability/labor to do fuel tank replacement. Tank is empty.

-Port Fuel Tank has corrosions/hole on top side of tank, on tank's inspection port (a bolted down plate), this caused tank to fail pressure test. Engine however can still run for sea trial/mechanical survey.

-Teak Decks, forward and sides decks, were painted over with 2-part epoxy grey paint as a preventative attempt to seal the decks. Can be left as is, or removed and teak decks restored.

-Canvas/Isinglass enclosure needs replacement, still aboard for patterning. Stainless steel frame solid. Enclosure was added circa 2004.

-No modern navigation instruments

All other items listed are in good, working order and condition. Please read listing in its entirety/carefully. Engine can be run / mechanical survey + trial run.

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PLEASE CALL EMILY for more information, to schedule a showing, to make an offer. 

Trawler life awaits..

1986 Marine Trader 40FT SUNDECK TRAWLER

1986 40-ft Marine Trader Trawler "Gardner McKay" is for sale on the mighty Hudson River at renowned full-service marine facility where DIY is also welcome. Marine Trader trawler "Gardner McKay" is your doorway to the Hudson River and Trawler Life at seven knots.

The Marine Trader 40-ft Sundeck Trawler sips diesel at a rate of only one gallon per hour. A great "looper" boat, A.K.A a great choice for "America's Great Loop." 

Bigger than most New York City apartments with 2 bathrooms, and one full-bath. Yes, that's a bath tub!

Although the Hudson River is in his blood, the current owner must sell this beloved trawler after 20 years of ownership. He said some of the "best times of my life," were had on this boat. A lifelong auto mechanic and import shop owner reflects the meticulous maintenance of the vessel's engine room.

Off-grid cruising and living is closer than you think. See the country at seven knots. 

Vessel highlights include:

-meticulous maintenance record

-135 HP 6-CYL Ford Lehman, Single-screw Diesel engine: 1,396 Hours

-Cable throttle

-8KW Westerbeke 3-CYL Genset: 1,458 hours

-new batteries, belts, hoses, fuel filters, mufflers

-new 2000 watt inverter 

-Hynautic hydraulic steering w/ new pistons 

-Replaced hot water heater, plastic holding tank

-Warm and inviting, flawless teak interior 

-12V and 120V refrigeration

-3 burner, stainless steel electric stove and oven

-Pilot house & flybridge steering 

-aft cabin

Accessible by train from all five Burroughs of Manhattan, New Jersey and Long Island. Your introduction to cruising and live aboard life. A floating condo, away from New York City but still close enough to commute. Located at state of the art Safe Harbor Marina facilities in Haverstraw, New York. A reputable, full-services marina and boatyard where DIY is also welcome. 

https://shmarinas.com/locations/safe-harbor-haverstraw/

Broker contact details below! Trawler life awaits...Call for a showing.

Listing Broker Emily Greenberg for Sunshine Cruising Yachts LLC 631 599 8521 Emily@suncruising.com

Launch paid and new batteries before launch! Get a survey and go, or stay at Safe Hargor safe harbor, the best facilities / full service yacht yard this side of the Hudson River.