1966 Trumpy 55'

16.76 m
$ 350,000 USD
USABeaufort NC USA
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1966 Trumpy 55' 55

  • 16.76 m
  • Diesel
  • Power
  • Cruisers
Beaufort, North Carolina, United States
In Stock #2788792New Listing!

1966 Trumpy 55

55' (16.76 m) Windrush

1966 Trumpy 55

Flag of Registry: United States

Beaufort, North Carolina, United States
   Vessel ID: 2788792
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1966 Trumpy 55' 55

  • 16.76 m
  • Diesel
  • Power
  • Cruisers
Beaufort, North Carolina, United States
In Stock #2788792New Listing!

$ 350,000 USD

$ 493,692 CAD*
303,832 Euros*
£ 267,155 GBP*
*estimated foreign exchange

Description

1966 Trumpy 55


"Windrush", one of the last Trumpys built, will be available approximately June 1. This elegant vessel is in the water and waiting for some final items to be delivered.


The Trumpy shipbuilding legacy began five generations ago in the coastal city of Burgen, Norway, where Casper Trumpy owned a shipyard. Casper’s son, John, grew up working in the family shipyard and obtained a degree in naval architecture in Berlin, Germany. Upon the death of Casper, John moved to America. John Trumpy, Sr.’s intuitive designs answered the demands of an increasingly wealthy class of Americans. The American yacht market favored fast commuter yachts. Trumpy’s narrow beam and shallow draft design favored speed with no great sacrifice to posh interiors.


John Trumpy built yachts from the 1920s to 1970. Initially in Philadelphia and then moving to Annapolis, Maryland where they built boats under the name John Trumpy and Sons.

Trumpy yachts were known for their high-end craftsmanship. Their sterling reputation had much to do with the high quality of materials, meticulous craftsmanship and the best construction methods of the time. Built primarily from wood, these yachts feature sleek profiles, white hulls and a classic, traditional aesthetic.


During post-World War II years Trumpy yachts between 55 and 80 feet became exceedingly popular with many well-known, well to do Americans. Notable yachts and owners included the presidential yacht USS Sequoia which was the official presidential yacht from the 1930s to 1977. Other notable owners were E.F. Hutton, Howard Hughes, members of the Chrysler, DuPont and Drexel families.


The Windrush was built in the finest of Trumpy traditions, with an oak keel and oak frames, mahogany hull, painted gleaming white (Awlgrip) with varnished mahogany and teak accents, sporting on the bow the traditional gold Trumpy scrolls. Her flush deck design provides excellent visibility while she glides effortlessly through the water.

LOA55'

LOA16.76''

Beam15'

Beam Inch3''

Draft Max Feet4'

Fuel Tank (Gallons)400

Fuel Tank (Liters)1514.16

Fresh Water (Gallons)260

Fresh Water (Liters)984.21

Holding Tank (Gallons)100

Holding Tank (Liters)378.54

TypePower

ConditionUsed

Specifications

Name

Windrush

Power-Used

Year

1966

15'3"

Cabins

3

Sleeps

6

Heads

3

Maximum Speed

14 Knots

Cruise Speed

10 Knots

Fuel Type

Diesel

Hull Material

Wood

Hull Shape

Displacement

Air Conditioning

Yes

400 Gallons (1514.16 Liters)

260 Gallons (984.21 Liters)

100 Gallons (378.54 Liters)

Builder

Trumpy

Engines

Engine 1

  • Engine Make: Detroit Diesel
  • ModelEngine Model: 6-71N
  • YearEngine Year: 1966
  • Engine TypeEngine Type: Inboard
  • Drive TypeDrive Type: Direct
  • Power HPPower HP: 270.00
  • Power KWPower KW: 201.34
  • Feul TypeFeul Type: Diesel
  • Engine LocationEngine Location: Port
  • Serial NumberSerial Number: 6A152133

Engine 2

  • Engine Make: Detroit Diesel
  • ModelEngine Model: 6-71N
  • YearEngine Year: 1966
  • Engine TypeEngine Type: Inboard
  • Drive TypeDrive Type: Direct
  • Power HPPower HP: 270.00
  • Power KWPower KW: 201.34
  • Feul TypeFeul Type: Diesel
  • Engine LocationEngine Location: Starboard
  • Serial NumberSerial Number: 6A152052
  • Engine Quantity2
  • Full Details

    Renovations

    2025:

    • Installed Lexan polycarbonate windows that slide open for both sides of the aft deck and clear roll up glass in the transom. Now you can keep the wind and rain out, the heat in and the cool in.
    • Sanded and Painted bottom, running gear
    • Sanded and Varnished all deck Teak, helm Teak, aft deck flooring (multiple layers applied)
    • Installed new Starlink system and router
    • Installed new Icom Class B AIS responder/receiver
    • Installed new Garmin GPSMAP 943xsv
    • Chargers (2): Xantrex True Charge 
    • Invertor: Xantrex Freedom XC Invertor

    2024:

    • Sanded, primed and painted from the waterline up with Awl Grip including the hard top and fore deck
    • Sanded and varnished aft deck furniture

    2023:

    • New Maxwell windlass installed
    • Wood repairs

    2022:

    • Prep and fiberglass/resin (frp) to the hull from the waterline to the keel

    2021:

    • Removed all 32 volt wire and systems to 12 volt system
    • Modified engine oil changing system to simplify oil changes

    Vessel Walkthrough and Details

    At the dock you would climb the included dock step ladder that is 6 feet high to access the vessel. The step ladder can only be attached midship close to the angled door on either the port or starboard side.

    Once you step onto the vessel you can either go to the bow area in front or enter the door above the step ladder into the main deck with access to the aft deck, the helm or go down 3 steps to the main salon. From the main salon the galley and bow stateroom are accessed by going down 3 steps. The master stateroom and second stateroom are accessed on the aft side of the salon by going down 4 steps.

    • Main/Aft deck: 224 sq. ft.
    • Salon: 126 sq. ft.
    • Master Stateroom: 96 sq. ft.

    Main Salon:

    Access salon on the port side of the helm going down 3 steps.

    There are 3 windows on each side and the front. The middle windows on each side have the original roll up/down mechanism with a detachable screen. Original couch, two chairs and two tables are included. Steps down on the bow side go to the galley and bow stateroom. Steps down to the aft go to the Master and Second Staterooms.

    • Television – Vizio 30’
    • Stereo – Sony

    Galley:

    • Refrigerator/Freezer: Frigidaire with stainless steel finish
    • Range: Force 10 three burner
    • Vented hood
    • Sink: Dual basin, stainless
    • Microwave and Convection Oven: Frigidaire - NEW
    • Coffee Maker: Mr. Coffee
    • Dinette for 4

    Master Stateroom:

    Twin beds currently together. Can be separated to have a bed on each side with dresser in between the beds. Shower, sink and toilet are on the starboard side. Closet on right side as you enter room. There are many binders in the closet with history of Windrush.

    Middle Stateroom:

    Two smaller twin beds that are currently separated. The inside bed can be moved to the outside bed to make one larger bed. Toilet, sink and shower are across the hallway. Closet is inside the stateroom.

    Bow Stateroom:

    Bow stateroom would be called the crew quarters if chartering. There are a set of bunk beds on the starboard side. Sink and toilet are forward of the bunks. The shower and storage areas are on the port side. There is a ceiling hatch that opens for fresh air with a sliding screen.

    Bow Deck:

    • Anchors: (1) Galvanized Plow in bow pulpit and (2) Danforth stainless anchors on the deck
    • Rode: 3/4” 300’ NEW nylon rode with 3/8” stainless chain lead NEW
    • Extra 3/4” 300’ used nylon rode in bow dock box
    • Windlass: NEW Maxwell windlass operated from helm NEW
    • Teak Original Dock Boxes (recently sanded and varnished) with top cushions
    • Mid-Section in front of salon windows has cushions
    • Access to the top of the hardtop

    Tankage:

    • Fuel: (2) New ¼” marine grade aluminum tanks with 400 gallon capacity - NEW
    • Water: (2) potable aluminum tanks with 260 gallon capacity
    • Holding Tank: 100 gallons

    Electronics, Navigation and Helm:

    • Garmin GPSMAP 943xsv combo NEW 2025
    • Garmin 24” Radar
    • Furuno RD-30 (Depth sounder and GPS)
    • Starlink system and Router – NEW 2025
    • Icom Class B AIS transponder/receiver – NEW 2025
    • Compass: Danforth magnetic
    • Search Light
    • Bell - 8”
    • Whistle - electric

    Electrical:

    • 120/240 volt AC
    • 12 volt DC12 volt bank of Gel Cell batteries
    • 12 volt dedicated generator starting battery
    • Alternators: Main engine driver (1) 12 volt
    • Chargers (2): Xantrex True Charge NEW 2025
    • Invertor: Xantrex Freedom XC Invertor NEW 2025
    • Isolation transformer: ACME, general purpose transformer
    • Galvanic Isolator: Quick Silver

    Safety Equipment and Fire Fighting Equipment:

    • Personal flotation devices, Type 2: 8 devices
    • Life Rings: 1
    • First Aid Kit: 1
    • High Water Alarms: 3
    • Olin near coaster kit: 1
    • Size BC-I Hand Portable Dry Chemical: 4
    • Size A-II/BC-I Hand Portable Dry Chemical: 1
    • Built-In System – Kidde CO2 – (2) 35 lb. bottles engine room

    Engine Details and Mechanical Equipment:

    • Engines: 2 General Motors Diesel Engines
    • Engines are electronically started; fresh water cooled; wet exhausts
    • Year: 1966
    • Horsepower: 270 hp each
    • Serial number: Port – 6A152133 / Starboard – 6A152052
    • Model: 6-71N
    • Marine gear make: Allison
    • Marine gear model: M15
    • Reduction: 1.5 x 1
    • Marine gear serial number: Port 31171 / Starboard 31231
    • Propeller shafts: 1 ¾” Monel Jack Shafts; 1 ¾” Monel Tail Shafts; 1 ¾” Bronze muff-couplings
    • Propellers: (2) Four bladed bronze alloy with 24” diameter and 20” pitch
    • Generator: Onan diesel, electronically started, fresh water cooled with wet exhaustModel: MDKAB 4488818
    • S/N: I000153949
    • KW – 13.5 kw
    • Voltage: 120/240 1-phase
    • Pumping Systems: Bilge – 7 / electric with automatic float switches
    • Steering System: Manual stainless steel cable through cast bronze blocks with stainless sheaves
    • Air Conditioning and Heat: 3 Cruisair reverse cycle units
    • Hot Water Heater: Kuuma Electric – 11 gallon stainless steel

    Construction:

    • Frames: 1 ½” x 2” White Oak
    • Floors: 1 3/8” White Oak
    • Hull Planking: Double Diagonal Honduran Mahogany
    • Stern: White Oak
    • Transom: Varnished Teak
    • Trim: Varnished Teak and Mahogany
    • Aft Decks: Teak
    • Interior Decks: Teak and Holly

    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.

    Contact

    For more information about this yacht, please contact Patrick Kirkbride We look forward to working with you!

    For more information about this yacht, please contact Patrick Kirkbride. We look forward to working with you!

    For more information about this yacht, please contact Patrick Kirkbride.

    Windrush 55ft Trumpy Yacht For Sale
    Patrick Kirkbride
    Yacht Broker

    Beaufort NC USA

    1-252-723-9369