Viking Yachts

Viking Yachts of New Gretna New Jersey is among the very finest builders in yachting. At the time this 52 Convertible was delivered in November 2005, Viking was manufacturing over 90% of the components used to build this boat in house. All Viking Yachts are built to comply with American Boat and Yacht Council standards, (ABYC) as well as Coast Guard Regulations. Cored fiberglass construction with a modified-V hullform.

Viking 52 Hull #184

This Viking was purchased in the fall of 2010 from the Mid-Atlantic Viking Dealer, Bluewater Yachts. From 2010 until today, she has remained docked in brackish water. The owners of this boat and their guests almost never spent a single night onboard. For this reason, the original Viking Yachts interior still shows quite well. Over the years there have been some noteworthy upgrades. The Ice Blue hull was repainted Snow White, the navigation electronics were replaced in 2022, the teak deck was replaced in 2023, and most recently in 2025, the salon headliner was replaced. When items broke, the owners called on local Fort Lauderdale technicians to keep their Viking 52 "ready for enjoyment" and they have indeed. After completing 15 seasons of successful cruising and fishing the Florida Keys and Bahamas, RUSTY is available for sale once again.\

The Viking 52 makes an outstanding fishing and cruising machine. Cruising along in the 24-26 knot range was the preferred speed for the current owners. At this speed, the 1360 HP common rail MANs are burning 75 GPH at 1750 - 1800 RPM. This speed is not only easy on the MANs, but easy enough on the owners and their passengers. If you have not experienced the 52's ride personally, it is a stable one. Viking's 52 has a superb reputation among their great fleet. Their 52 Convertible is big enough to travel at sea and live aboard in complete luxury, yet small enough for the owner to operate.

The Onan 21.5kW Genset lives inside of a sound shield and has no trouble powering the entire yacht. There are four Sub-Zero drawers beneath the galley counter. The Sub-Zero equipment was serviced in 2025. Forward of the galley are three luxury staterooms and two heads. Premium wallcoverings, headliner and high gloss wood joinery work adorned the interior of these yachts. This Viking is mostly original. Study the photos please and contact to ask any questions.

Exterior Features and Equipment

L-Shaped leather salon settee with storage beneath.

Carpeted sole with carpet runners.

High gloss wood veneer.

Salon headliner was replaced in 2025. 

Main panel and AV located in the salon.

4 drawers and one large locker for storage in the salon. 

Galley has 4 Sub-Zero drawers beneath the galley counter.

Auxiliary panel located in the galley. 

Double sink with garbage disposal. 

Convection Oven.

3-burner range beneath galley countertop.

Ample storage thanks to deep premium slide out drawers with locks throughout the galley. Opposite the galley is the spacious dinette with storage beneath all the dinette seats.

RUSTY features a 3-stateroom layout with 2 heads.

The VIP is forward with twin bed to port and double bed to starboard.

The master suite has a walk around queen bed with comfortable ensuite head. 

The third cabin is an over under twin bed layout.

All three staterooms have appropriate storage lockers, lighting, AC and opening hatches.

Both heads have large stall showers.

Engine Room

Main Engines: Twin V12 1360 HP Common Rail MANs. 

Current owner cruised 24 knots at 1750 RPM burning 75 GPH.

Generator: Onan Marine Genset 21.5 kW 60 Hz diesel generator provides 120V AC and 240V AC power. 3695 Hours.

RPM Speed is 1800.

Fuel consumption is 1.1 gph at 1/2 load and 1.9 gph full load.

Broker Summary

RUSTY is resting less than 5 miles from the airport in Fort Lauderdale. Rarely is a Viking 52 of this age offered for this price. RUSTY's long-time owners just completed their last trip to the Bahamas and all personal items have been removed from the boat. Buyers and yacht brokers worldwide, please do not delay. Courtesy showings are available by appointment.