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1979 Spencer 53 — photo 1
$129K

1979 Spencer 53

Ketch·
Anacortes, Washington
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$129K
USD · Asking Price
53 ft
Length
1979
Year
Ketch
Type
Anacortes, Washington
Location

About This Vessel

This 1979 Spencer 53, measures 53 ft, and is located in Anacortes, Washington, powered by Ford Lehman 80 80.00HP.

Strongly built and capable blue water cruiser. Reliable Ford Lehman diesel, flexible ketch rig and massive tankage make this a solid choice for around the sound, or around the world, cruising. 135k spent in major refit in 2023-2025In very good condition with recent survey! It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is

Highlights

Proven bluewater cruiser (trip to New Zeland by first owner) recently refitted for long range cruisingFlexible ketch rigMassive tankage - 260 gals of water and 360 gals of fuel3 sleeping cabinsReliable Ford-Lehman 80hp diesel 4.5 Kw generatorNew electronics package - GPS / RadarRigging recently inspected (Norseman fittings)New 10'5" Highfield dingyOff-shore life raft - re-certified in 2025WatermakerWind generator

Re-fit

Major refit in 2023-25 in preparation for offshore passageNew Garmin Electronics package,(helm and nav station)New Furuno Radar PackageNew Onan 4.4kw GeneratorNew Roller Furling 140% head sailNew Mast sealNew Mast Tri-color Nav and Steaming lightNew Mast climbing stepsMasts and rigging tuned New Starter (10/01/25)New wiring harness from helm to engine roomNew water heaterNew battery charger/wiring/systemNew Start BatteryNew Strong Track (main sail)New Running RiggingNew Staysail Quick DisconnectNew Bottom Paint New Thru hulls (3) and valvesNew Fresh Water Pump Water tanks cleaned and treatedLife raft recertification (06/25)New EPIRB (Good to 2035)Re-keyed locksFire extinguisher recert (06/25)

Accomodations

Forward stateroom with v-berth Forward head with showerMidship pilot berthAft owners stateroom with ensuite head and direct access to the cockpitGalley with SS sink, propane stove and oven, microwave and refrigerationAdditional freezer in the mechanical spaceSalon with port and starboard settees and folding teak tableNav station to starboard

Electrical / Electronics

Garmin GPSMap 62 MFD chartplotterFuruno LS4100 radarW-H autopilotACR EPIRBStandard Horizon VHFKenwood SSBWind generator Onan 4.5Kw generator4 - Tojan 6 volt batteries for engine start4 - Trojan 6 volt batteries for house bank80 amp Xantrex battery charger3000 watt Xantrex inverterGuest galvanic isolatorSolar panel

Deck / Rig

Ketch rigNew mainsailElectric windlassPlow anchor with 250' of 1/2' chainDanforth stern anchor with rodeReleaseable forestayHard dodger with cockpit enclosureOutboard motor bracketNew 10' 6" Highfield dingyBarbeque mounted on stern railHard dodger

Additional Information

Tynamara is a proven passagemaker having across the pacific and back with a previous owner. Current owner did a very professional re-fit in preparation for a circumnavigation. Unfortunately medical issues will prevent him from doing so and the boat has been put up for sale..

Vessel Overview

Year1979
MakeSpencer
Model53
Vessel NameTynamara
CategoryKetch
ConditionUsed
BuilderSpencer Yachts
FlagUnited States
Hull MaterialFiberglass
Fuel TypeDiesel

Dimensions

Length Overall53 ft
Beam13 ft

Performance & Capacity

Cruise Speed8 kts
Fuel Capacity360 gal
Fresh Water260 gal

Engines & Mechanical

Engine Count1
MakeFord Lehman
Model80
Power80.00 HP
FuelDiesel
Hours3500.00 hrs

Generators

MakeOnan
Model4.5

Accommodations

Guest Cabins4
Sleeps5
Heads2

We Will Assist You With

Full sea trial arranged
Independent marine survey
Title search & documentation
Closing coordination
Financing introductions available
Insurance referrals available

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Jared Neff — Neff Yacht Sales Broker
Jared Neff
Yacht Broker · 20+ Years Experience

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