Yacht Detail
1990 Viking 53' (16.15 m) 53 Convertible
Fort Myers, Florida, United States
Beach House III
The 1990 Viking 53 Convertible is a standout example from Viking’s highly respected era, offering a proven blend of offshore performance, luxury accommodations, and serious fishability. Twin 1,000 HP MAN diesel engines, she delivers strong cruising speeds and dependable offshore capability.
Flag of Registry: United States
- Convertible Boats / Saltwater Fishing
- Power
- Used
- Diesel
- Fiberglass Hull
- HIN/IMO: VKY53111L990
Description
1990 Viking 53 Convertible – Fort Myers, FL
The 1990 Viking 53 Convertible is a standout example from Viking’s highly respected era, offering a proven blend of offshore performance, luxury accommodations, and serious fishability. Powered by twin 1,000 HP MAN diesel engines, she delivers strong cruising speeds and dependable offshore capability.
This vessel features a striking Fighting Lady Yellow hull, a galley-up layout, and a three-stateroom interior with an amidships master, providing excellent comfort for extended cruising or tournament fishing. Additional highlights include washer and dryer, refined interior finishes, and a thoughtfully designed salon ideal for entertaining.
Anglers will appreciate the large fishing cockpit, tuna door, bait station, and expansive flybridge. Navigation is well supported with Garmin GPS/Chart/Depth systems, Furuno open-array radar, and Simrad autopilot, while the well-laid-out engine room allows for straightforward access and maintenance.
A proven Viking convertible, this 53’ is tournament-ready and equally suited for cruising, making her an excellent opportunity for serious sportfishing enthusiasts.
- Twin 1,000 HP MAN diesel engines – strong performance & reliability
- Iconic Fighting Lady Yellow hull
- Galley-up layout with open salon for entertaining
- Three A/C units replaced July 2026
- Three stateroom / two head layout with amidships master
- Washer & dryer onboard for extended cruising
- Large tournament-ready cockpit with bait station & tuna door
- Expansive flybridge with excellent visibility and seating
- Garmin GPS/Chart/Depth systems
- Furuno open-array radar & Simrad autopilot
- Well-designed engine room with excellent access
- Proven Viking convertible design from a highly regarded era
- Ideal for offshore fishing, cruising, or tournament use
Aspire Yacht Sales is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by American 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: VKY53111L990
LOA: 53' (16.15 Meters)
Type: Power- Used
Year: 1990
Beam: 16' 7''
Draft Max: 4' 10''
Cabins: 3
Heads: 2
Fuel Type: Diesel
Hull Material: Fiberglass
Fuel Tank: 900 Gallons (3406.87 Liters)
Fresh Water: 200 Gallons (757.08 Liters)
Holding Tank: 40 Gallons (151.42 Liters)
Dry Weight: 63500
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Engines
Engine 1
- Engine Make: MAN
- Engine Model: D2842LYE
- Engine Type: Inboard
- Drive Type: Direct
- Power HP: 1000.00
- Power KW: 745.70
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Hours: 2960.00
- Engine Location: Port
Engine 2
- Engine Make: MAN
- Engine Model: D2842LYE
- Engine Type: Inboard
- Drive Type: Direct
- Power HP: 1000.00
- Power KW: 745.70
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Hours: 2960.00
- Engine Location: Starboard
Full Details
Accommodations
Salon
- Acrylic Overhead Grab Rail
- Aft Window Lighted
- Flat Screen TV with DVD Player
- Hunter Douglas Blinds/Shade on Salon Windows
- Large Opening Windows Port and Starboard
- L-Shaped Sofa to Forward Starboard with Storage Below
- Overhead Lighting
- Port L-Shaped Settee with Storage Below
- Sliding Companionway Entry Door
- Starboard Storage Cabinets
- Starboard Wet Bar with PermaPub Liquor Dispenser
- Tan Sunbrella Carpet Runner
- Teak Hi-Lo Table with Folding Leafs
Galley
- (2) Bruner Electric Range
- 110v GFCI outlet
- Ample Storage
- Kenmore Full Size Refrigerator Freezer with Ice and Water Dispensor
- Microwave Oven
- Overhead Lighting
- Parquet Flooring
- Stainless Steel Sink with Faucet
Stateroom Hallway
- Kenmore Front Load Dryer
- Kenmore Top Load Washer
- Laundry Locker
- Overhead Lighting
- Tan Sunbrella Carpet Runner
- Tan Sunbrella Step Covers
Starboard Master Stateroom
- (6) Starboard Storage Drawers
- CruiseAir Digital A/C Control
- Island Queen Berth
- Large Cedar Lined Wardrobe Locker
- Mirrored Bulkhead
- Nightstand to both sides of berth
- Overhead Hatch with Screen
- Overhead Lighting
- Samsung Flat Screen TV with DVD player
- Storage Drawers under Berth
- Vanity with Table and Stool
Master Ensuite Head
- Enclosed Stall Shower with Light
- Mirrored Medicine Cabinet
- Overhead Hatch with Screen
- Overhead Lighting
- Sink with Faucet and Storage Below
- Towel Rack
- Vacu-Flush Head
- Vent Fan
Bow VIP Stateroom
- 110v outlet
- Access to Chain Locker
- Cedar Lined Wardrobe Locker
- Double Berth with Storage below
- Flat Screen TV with DVD
- Forward Mirrored Bulkhead
- Large Overhead Hatch with Screen
- Overhead Lighting
Port Guest Head – Dual Access
- Access From Bow VIP and Hallway
- Enclosed Stall Shower with Light
- Mirrored Medicine Cabinet
- Overhead Hatch with Screen
- Overhead Lighting
- Sink with Faucet and Storage Below
- Towel Rack
- Vacu-Flush Head
- Vent Fan
Port Guest Stateroom
- (2) Reading Lights
- 110v outlet
- Cedar Lined Wardrobe Locker
- Dual Bunks
- Overhead Hatch with Screen
- Overhead Lighting
- Storage Drawers Under Lower Berth
Electronics and Helm Details
- Bennett Trim Tabs
- Danforth Flush Mount Light Compass
- Dual ACR Spotlights
- Full Engine Instrumentation
- Furuno Open Array Radar
- Furuno Radar Display
- Garmin echomap CV GPS/Chart/Depth
- Garmin GPSmap 5208 GPS/Chart/Depth
- Garmin GPSmap 7215 GPS/Chart/Depth (Screen needs Replacement)
- Hydraulic Shift and Throttle Controls
- Icom IC-M504 Marine VHF Radio
- Sea 156 Marine VHF Radio
- Simrad AP20 Autopilot (Screen needs Replacement)
- Stainless Steel Cup holders
Electrical
- Battery Boxes
- Dual Electrical Inlets with Circuit Breakers
- Glendinning Cable Master with 50amp Cord
- Main AC/DC Panel Located in Salon
- NewMar Phase Three Battery Charger
- Onan 20kW Generator with Sound Shield, 3170 hours
- Racor Fuel Filter for Generator
- Sea Strainer for Generator
Deck
- Dual trumpet horns
- Maxwell Electric Windlass with Danforth Anchor and Deck controls
- Port and Starboard Side Grab Rails
- Rub Rail with Stainless Steel Insert
- Stainless Steel Cleats, (2) Spring, (2) Bow with stainless line chocks
Flybridge
- (6) Aft Rocket Launchers
- Bow, Center, and Aft overhead Grab Rails
- Fiberglass Hardtop with Aluminum Frame
- Forward L-Shaped Bench Seat with Storage Below
- Port Bench Seating with Storage Below
- Port Insulated Cooler
Cockpit
- (2) Cleats with Stainless Steel Hawse Pipes
- (4) Fishing Rod Holders
- (4) Rod Fishing Station with Teak Top
- Aft In Deck Storage Box, Removable for Lazarette Access
- Aluminum Ladder to Flybridge
- Bait StationCutting Board
- Sink
- Sprayer Faucet
- Storage Locker with Drawers Below
- Cockpit Teak Cap
- Fresh Water Washdown
- Large in deck Fish Box with Dual Hatches
- Port Freezer with Dual Cold Plates
- Raw Wash Down
- Self Bailing Cockpit
- Short Shade Bimini
- Spreader Lights on Flybridge top
- Tuna Door
Engine and Mechanical Details
- A/C Sea Strainer, Water Pump, and Manifold
- Access from Cockpit
- CruiseAir A/C Systems Forward of Starboard Engine
- Dripless Shaft logs with Crossover cooling line
- Dual Racor Fuel Filters with Crossover for Each Main Engine
- Halon System
- Oil transfer System, Mains and Generator
- Overhead 110v Lighting
- Port Engine Instrumentation with Start and Stop
- Sea Strainers for Mains with Bypass Bilge Pickup
- Starboard Engine Instrumentation with Start and Stop
- Vessel Freshwater Pump and Filter System Forward of Port Engine
- Water Heater
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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