Custom Carolina 52 Convertible for Sale
$495,000
Ocean City,MD, MD, US

$495,000
Ocean City,MD, MD, US
Fresh Paint topside from rub rail up Engine's PaintedEngine Room PaintFishing Fever, 52-foot Buddy Davis Convertible is a timeless classic in the world of custom sport fishing yachts, renowned for its legendary ride a design hallmark of Buddy Davis hulls that slices through heavy head seas, tracks straight in following seas, and remains remarkably stable when drifting or at rest in rough conditions.Powered by a pair of Caterpillar 3406 engines (800hp), they propel Fishing Fever to a comfortable cruising speed of 25 knots and a top end of 30 knots. The Caterpillar 3406E are known for their straightforward mechanical reliability, making them a favorite among owners who value serviceability and long-term performance.Measuring 52 feet the hull constructed of fiberglass with a generous 16-foot beam and a draft of 4 feet 4 inches, while displacing 45,000 pounds (dry). The 52 Davis is a wide, stable platform offering exceptional cockpit space for fishing, with features like a transom door, large baitwell/prep areas, and fighting chair perfect for tournament anglers chasing billfish, tuna, or other big game. On deck, the flybridge provides commanding visibility with a centerline helm, custom teak pod, single-lever controls, and seating for multiple guests. Below, the interior accommodates **four to six** in two staterooms (including a master with en-suite head and a guest cabin), plus a salon/galley area with rich wood finishes, comfortable seating, and practical amenities for extended cruising.
Allied Marine is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Bluewater Yacht Sales, LLC - Ocean City.
| Name | FISH ON |
| Price | $495,000 |
| Year | 1998 |
| Length Overall | 52 ft |
| Draft | 8 ft |
| Beam | 16 ft |
| Location | Ocean City,MD, MD, US |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass |
| Power | 800 HP |
| Fuel | diesel |
| Hours | 4729 |
| Make | Caterpillar |
| Model | 3406 |
| Type | Inboard |
| Power | 800 HP |
| Fuel | diesel |
| Hours | 4664 |
| Make | Caterpillar |
| Model | 3406 |
| Type | Inboard |
Eletronics2 x Garmin GPSMAP 1242xsv1x Garmin 7610xsv1x Garmin GXM541x Garmin 6w 64 mile HD Radar 1x Garmin GHC 20 Auto-PilotGarmin chirp sounder 1 KW 275 HLW chirp transducerICOM IC-M506 VHFStandard Horizon Explorer VHFInfinity AM/FM Bluetooth RadioStarLink2 Engine Room CamerasZF Engine controls with remote panel at helmACR remote spot light with control at helm(2) 24" LED light bars, one on either side of the centered spotlightBilge pump indicator light panel at helm
EnginesCATERPILLAR 3406 E Starboard engine 2021 6 cylinders kits HeadEngine Mounts6 Injectors
Upgrades2026 New Block Heaters2025 Hamaguchi Green Stick2025 Helm Steering Rebuilt2025 New Exhaust Risers2025 New Bridge Lights2025 New Salon Upholstery and Floor2024 Starlink2024 Rebuilt Ice Machine2023 New Port Aftercooler 2023 New Split Air Conditioning Unit2020 New Bottom, snad blasted, epoxy hull, antifouling2019 Starboard Engine rebuilt 2019 Garmin 7610XSV
SalonLarge molded in sink with brushed nickel Moen fixturesKitchenAid 2 burner flat cooktopSharp Carousel convection/microwave ovenSamsung 32" flatscreen TV on hinged base with deep storage into dashAll countertops of Avonite type material with built in sea rai lsStand Alone Norcold upright fridge(2) Sub-Zero refrigerated drawers(2) sub-Zero freezer drawersEntertainment Center Cabinet with Direct TV, LG Blu-Ray DVD player, Niles 554speaker selection system, Optimus 6 CD Pro Series auto changer, YamahaNatural Sound RX-V477 Cinema DSP 3D AV ReceiverDeep drawered storage throughout/ Very efficient use of spaceFinished maple trim, valance and veneers throughoutSoft stretched headliner with dimmable recessed lighting and Optimus speakersMaple sole in galleyCruisair SMX II AC systemFirst Alert Smoke/ CO2 detectorEnclosed rod locker closet with carpeted floor and walls. Custom refit toaccommodate 8-1 O 50 class rods and 8 20-30 class rodsGUEST STATEROOM
Master Stateroom/Head ForwardLocated to port and forward with toilet, vanity and full sized showerLarge Avonite countertop and vanity with molded in sink and Grahe fixturesLarge lighted shower with Grahe fixtures and molded seatLockable door to Companionway and Guest StateroomMaple soleRaritan Atlantes Electric Marine Toilet systemLarge mirrored medicine cabinetLarge storage cabinet beneath vanityTextured wallpaperSoft stretched headliner with recessed lightingElevated Queen sized berth with custom mattress, sheets and bed coveringsDeep bulk storage and 4 spacious drawers built into bed frame8 large storage cabinets above and around berthCushioned dressing seat and built in dresser with 4 deep drawersSamsung 25" Flatscreen TVCarpeted floors and padded wall panelsSoft stretched headliner with recessed lightingBomar hatch on centerline above berthAnchor locker access hatchPrivate lockable door to CompanionwayMaple trim and veneers throughoutRecessed orbital reading lights above headrestLarge Maple catch-all area with sea rails forward of head restCruisAir SMX II AC systemInterior lockable door to private Master Head
Guest Stateroom/HeadLocated to port with beam wise double bed and longitudinal single stackedbunkCustom bed covers and sheetsCedar lined and carpeted hanging lockerPadded panels on wallsSoft stretched headliner with recessed lighting and reading lightsMaple trim and veneersPrivate lockable interior door to Guest HeadPrivate lockable door to CompanionwayCruisair SMX II AC systemHead:Located to port and forward with toilet, vanity and full sized showerLarge Avonite countertop and vanity with molded in sink and Grahe fixturesLarge lighted shower with Grahe fixtures and molded seatLockable door to Companionway and Guest StateroomMaple soleRaritan Atlantes Electric Marine Toilet systemLarge mirrored medicine cabinetLarge storage cabinet beneath vanityTextured wallpaperSoft stretched headliner with recessed lighting
CockpitTeak salon doorStep to salon with Flexi-teak finishEngine Room access and shallow teaser storage box in stepLarge deep drink box I live well to portCockpit freezer, bait box and built in tackle cabinet with teak drawers tostarboardFull length gaff lockers on both sidesUnderwater lightsSingle 50A service and FW dockside supply located in starboard locker bulkheadCorner hawse pipes and recessed cleatsLazz access hatchEskimo 6001b 6001 Ice maker with in deck dump box and hatchAdditional storage/ in deck fish boxFresh non-skid finish and paint in cockpit and hullTeak cover boards with 8 rod holders and transom fish Lee tradional and Tigress swivel rod holdersTower legs with additional 6 rod holdersElectric reel receptaclesRelease teak fighting chair with rocket launcher and trayAccess ladder to bridgeRupp triple halyard lock system, double clips, in line teaser pulleys and thrugunwalepull down chock systemTuna door
BridgeCenterline helm with console to port, actuated electronics pod with accesshatches and additional 12V electrical panelForward seating with new custom upholstered cushions and storageLarge brow storage areaBench seating to starboard with new custom upholstered cushions andstorageRear facing jump seat with new custom upholstered cushionsTeak sea rails and drip moldingCustom 5 panel bridge enclosureCaterpillar covered electronic gauge panel at helmTeak helm pod with single lever controlsRecessed LED lighting in hardtopHardtop wired for 12V electric reelsL-shaped grab rail above consoleCrowned belly band with 6 rod holdersCustom hardtop frame with side safety barsRupp auto-lock rigger catches/ stays(2) Release helm Chairs with new cushioned upholstery
Engine RoomCaterpillar 3406E EnginesZF 350A 1.58:1 transmissionsKohler 15.SEOZD 1 SKW generator with sound shield and advanced digitalcontrols with 2050 hrs/ new in 2008Southeast Foundries dripless shaft seal systems(2) Racor 751 OOOMAX fuel filter I water seperators with pressure gaugesFireboy automatic fi re suppression system(2) Engine Room cameras with remote feed to bridge electronicsElectronic temperature control system moduleExhaust fansAC/DC lightingCustom storage al ley for spare shaftGalvanic isolator with additional shore side breaker panelDometic AC pump with 3 way manifold for easy access to cleanout maintenanceMastervolt 12V / 40A / 3 phase battery chargerShurflo FW pump with pressure t-::ink and shutoff valvesShurflo Raw water pumpSeaward hot water heaterRacor fuel filtration system for generatorLeeson Oil change pump with quick connect hose set upFresh paint 2025
DisclaimerThe 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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