1966 Collingwood Expedition ship Commercial in Green Cove Springs, FL

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1966 COLLINGWOOD Expedition Ship, Great for conversion 170' Collingwood Expedition Ship. This go anywhere Collingwood Expedition ship is a great charter platform, yacht conversion, or whatever you can dream up! She holds 21,500 gal of fuel and 17,800 gallons of water for truly worldwide range. With her reliable Fairbanks engines and 11-knot cruise she has the range to get you anywhere in a relatively quick and stable passage. Room for 44 passenger and up to a crew of 18; this ship represents a true value in today's market. With a 1997 major refit and a successful charter business, this substantial ship is well suited to continue working with the public and/or as a private or corporate platform in seas around the world. The ship spent most of its life in fresh water, so structurally she is very sound. When moved to a drastically different warmer climate of Florida in 2005, with normal expansion, etc., the paint cracked and started to peel. This yacht will need an immediate exterior blast and paint and you're only limited by your imagination. Please click on full specs for more information or call today for more information and to arrange your private showing. Drastic price drop! Ship not available for sale to US Residents while in US Waters. Drastic Price Reduction, Best Refit Project Available!!! Contact Gary C. Smith, CPYB at 941-321-1705, cell. Gary is an experienced boater growing up on the Northern Gulf Coast and having extensively cruised the Bahamas, entire Caribbean, and the East Coast of the US. A professional broker starting with SYSS over 10 years ago, he is one of a very select few earning the designation of Certified Professional Yacht Broker. While handling most types of yacht sales, Gary specializes in large motor yachts, sport fish and long range cruisers; he has the knowledge, experience, expertise and integrity to represent your needs before, during and long after your purchase.

Accomodations:
Accommodations for up to 44 guests in 20 cabins, including (2) quadruple cabins - one with private head, and (18) double cabins - (13) with private heads. CREW maximum capacity is 18; Safe manning for vessel operation is 8 crew according to owner. Additional on-board areas include two dining rooms; lounge; reading room; complete and well equipped galley.

Mechanical Equipment:
MAINS are Fairbanks-Morse opposed piston diesels, model 38D8 1/8 reversing HD 2-stroke cycle marine diesels. PROPS: One L.H and one R.H. model 560H Hindmarch/Berg controllable pitch 6' diameter

Electonics and Navigational Gear:
Sperry radar. Kelvin Hughes radar. Raytheon sounder. Autopilot. PA system.

Electrical System:
GENSETS include (3) 140kW plus (1) 75kW, Ruston and Hornsby.

Deck and Hull Equipment:
Deck and hull needs sand blast and paint. The yard where the boat is has quoted $58,000 to blast to white metal and paint two coats of eurathane from the gunnel down to the water line and bottom paint the hull. Top side blast and paint could be done at an additional charge

Additional Equipment:
This mega yacht business opportunity can sleep up to 44 people plus 18 crew members if needed. Had a substantial refit in 1997, and now with more upgrades this serious global steel pilothouse represents a great opportunity on today's market! With a total of 29 Cabins Total, 11 with ensuite bath & shower, 19 total bath & showers, accommodates up to 44 passengers with crew berthing for up to 18 crewmembers. Power is dependable twin Fairbanks Morse 1660-hp mains in excellent shape offering an 11-knot cruise. Gensets and navigation gear included. She is suited for a world expedition as a Large Private Yacht or Charter. Ship is located in Green Cove Springs, Florida. Owner will consider partial trades of Real Estate, Ships, Yachts, Planes, Helicopters. Exclusions: Any of owners' personal items left on board, including any items not listed in the specifications, are not included with the sale of the vessel.