Yacht Detail
1980 Dyer 40' (12.19 m) 40 Custom
Milford, Connecticut, United States
HALF SHELL
Electrical Equipment - Inverter - Shore Power Inlet Electronics - Autopilot - CD Player - Cockpit Speakers - Compass - Depthsounder - GPS: (1-5" + 1=12") - Log-Speedometer - Navigation Center - Plotter - Radar - Radio: Bluetooth Fusion - VHF Inside Equipment - Battery Charger - Electric Bilge Pump -
Flag of Registry: United States
- Downeast
- Power
- Used
- Diesel
- Fiberglass Hull
- HIN/IMO: DYEK00280978
- Stock #: WJKT21126BK
Description
HALF SHELL is a very fine example of the Dyer 40 EC finished out by Ram Point Marine in 1978 and has a major refit in
1988 by Tom Oberg (who has done several Dyer projects) including a new Deck and House furnished by Dyer Boats.,
HALF SHELL has been very well maintained with many recent upgrades. Her topsides were repainted in 2024 in
Alcraft Whisper Grey and Clear Coated. Two New Yanmar LP-STE 315 HP Diesel Engines Installed in 2006.
The boat has a very warm and comfortable interior with a large V-berth forward with a hanging locker, moving aft is the
Main Salon with a settee for dinner or socializing. The Galley is to port and features a propane cooktop,
refrigerator/freezer, SS Sink and Storage Lockers. There is an enclosed head compartment with vanity and sink and a
Vacu Flush Marine toilet. HALF SHELL is a great boat for a day cruise or a run across the sound with family and friends
or for an extended weekend cruise for a couple, Stored at our location in Milford, CT. Please take a look at the FULL
SPECS and RECENT UPGRADES. If you are in the market for a true Downeast boat you should take a look at HALF
SHELL. For any questions or to schedule an appointment to get on board call the listing broker. Thank you for your time
and consideration.
Aspire Yacht Sales is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Wm. J. Kolkmeyer Yachts. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a particular vessel
Specifications
HIN/IMO: DYEK00280978
Stock #: WJKT21126BK
LOA: 40' 1'' (12.22 Meters)
Type: Power- Used
Year: 1980
Beam: 12' 5''
Draft Max: 4' 2''
Cabins: 2
Sleeps: 4
V Berths: 1
Heads: 1
Head Room: 6' 4''
Maximum Speed: 23 Knots
Cruise Speed: 18 Knots
Range NMI: 250
Fuel Type: Diesel
Hull Material: Fiberglass
Hull Shape: Displacement
Air Conditioning: Yes
Tower: No
Fuel Tank: 275 Gallons (1040.99 Liters)
Fresh Water: 140 Gallons (529.96 Liters)
Holding Tank: 40 Gallons (151.42 Liters)
Displacement: 18000 lbs
Designer: Nck Potter
Interior Designer: Tom Oberg
Builder: Dyer
Photos click to view all
Engines
Engine 1
- Engine Make: Yanmar
- Engine Model: 6LPA- STP
- Engine Year: 2006
- Engine Type: Inboard
- Drive Type: Direct
- Power HP: 315.00
- Power KW: 234.90
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Hours: 1135.00
- Hours Date: 02-09-2026
- Serial Number: M51962
- Engine Location: Starboard
Engine 2
- Engine Make: Yanmar
- Engine Model: 6LPA- STP
- Engine Year: 2006
- Engine Type: Inboard
- Drive Type: Direct
- Power HP: 315.00
- Power KW: 234.90
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Hours: 1135.00
- Hours Date: 02-09-2026
- Serial Number: M51961
- Engine Location: Port
Full Details
RECENT UPGRADES
New 200 gal Fuel Tank and Lines - 2020
Garmin 741 GPS/Radar - 2020
Norcold DE Refrigeration - 2020
Stuffing Box Shaft Seals Replaced - 2022
Vacu Flush Marine Toilet - 2022
Fusion Stereo System with Bose Speakers - 2022
USCG Approved Navigation Lights (LED) - 2022
Garmin 40 Auto Pilot - 2022
Garmin 12 GPS/Radar - 2022
Garmin 18" Radome - 2022
NMEA 2000 backbone x 2 with drop cable - 2022
200A Solar Charger w/smart chargers - 2022
HVAC Heatpump - 2022
Two (2) New Bilge Pumps -2022
CO2 Alarm - 2022
Propnae Sniffer Firebo Xintex P-1BS-R - 2022
Fusion Stereo - 2023
Solar Panels - 2023
Microwave/Convection Oven - 2023
New Bilge Pumps and 3 way switches - 2023
Interior Cushions Redone - 2023
New Deck Washdown - 2023
New Wiper Motor and Blades - 2023
NOCO Battery Charger - 2023
Two (2) Fusion Speakers installed in the helm area - 2023
Reupholstered Settee with Sunbrella Mocha 4616 - 2923
Borg Warner Velvetdrive Transmissions removed and re-built - 2023
Heat Exchangers Serviced - 2023
Hydraulic Hoses Replaced - 2023
Replace macerator pump thru hull ball valve -2024
Replace Port Engine intake Hose - 2024
Replace Blowers - 2024
Perform Yanmar 1000 hour service - 2024
Paint Hull Alcraft Whisper Grey and Clear Coat - 2024
Seahawk Cukote Bottom Paint - 2024
Two (2) 8D AGM Batteries -2025
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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