1987 Bertram 54 Convertible

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Classic Bertram offshore pedigree, 1,800 horsepower of Detroit Diesel power, and an extensive list of fishing equipment, accommodations, and upgrades.

This 1987 Bertram 54 Convertible is powered by twin 900-hp Detroit Diesel 12V71TI engines, with approximately 3,900 hours on each engine. In 2014 the port engine was rebuilt and the starboard engine received a top-end overhaul.

Equipped with twin 15-kW Onan generators in sound shields, three cabins, three heads, and a well-appointed interior, this classic sportfishing yacht offers an appealing combination of offshore capability, cruising comfort, and entertaining space.

Engines & Mechanical Equipment:

• Twin Detroit Diesel 12V71TI engines
• 900 hp per engine — 1,800 hp combined
• Approximately 3,900 hours on each engine
• Port engine rebuilt in 2014
• Starboard engine received a top-end overhaul in 2014
• Twin 15-kW Onan generators in sound shields
• Bottom paint completed Spring 2026
• Heating and air conditioning
• New Watermaker
• Windlass
• MarQuipt davit

Navigation & Electronics:

New Garmin electronics package featuring:

• Radar
• Chart plotter
• GPS
• Autopilot

Cockpit & Sportfishing Features:

• The spacious cockpit is outfitted for serious offshore fishing and entertaining.
• Teak cockpit decking
• Dedicated tackle center
• Cockpit refrigerator/freezer
• Aft control station
• New custom-built cockpit table, replaceable with a fighting chair
• Generous working space for fishing and cockpit activities

Interior & Accommodations:

Comfortable accommodations and practical amenities make this Bertram well suited to extended fishing trips, cruising, and entertaining.

• Three Cabins
• Three Heads
• Heating and Air Conditioning (newer, replaced by previous owner)
• Washer and Dryer
• Full size Refrigerator (new in 2020)
• Custom Bar
• Microwave
• 3 Burner Electric Stove
• Oven
• Deep Freezer
• Central Vacuum System

Recent Upgrades:

New Garmin radar, chart plotter, GPS, and autopilot

New Isinglass

New Canvas

2024 Dinghy

Bottom paint completed Spring of 2026

A Classic Bertram with Serious Offshore Capability

The Bertram 54 Convertible is a respected classic among sportfishing enthusiasts, known for its offshore-oriented design and spacious cockpit. This example combines twin 900-hp Detroit Diesel engines with a fishing-ready cockpit, updated navigation electronics, and comfortable three-cabin accommodations.

With twin 15-kW Onan generators, watermaker, washer and dryer, and extensive onboard amenities, this yacht offers versatility for offshore fishing, coastal cruising, and extended stays aboard.

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.

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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