1977 HATTERAS 43 DOUBLE CABIN $49,000 Cdn

 Classic Opportunity: 1977 Hatteras 43 Double Cabin – BONNIE N CLYDES

If you are a boating enthusiast looking for a high-quality cruising vessel with incredible bones, the 1977 Hatteras 43 Double Cabin is an absolute classic waiting for its next chapter. Located in Pickering, Ontario, and named BONNIE N CLYDES, this iconic freshwater aft-cabin motor yacht represents the golden era of American boat building. While she needs some care and cosmetic updating to bring her back to her full glory, this vessel is priced accordingly and offers an unmatched foundation for a rewarding winter project or a spacious liveaboard home on the Great Lakes.

Hatteras Yachts

For over six decades, Hatteras Yachts has stood as the gold standard of American fiberglass yacht construction. Founded in 1959 by Willis Slane in High Point, North Carolina, the company was born out of a desire to build a vessel rugged enough to tame the notoriously treacherous waters off Cape Hatteras. Teaming up with legendary naval architect Jack Hargrave, Hatteras pioneered the use of solid, heavily laminated fiberglass construction at a time when wooden hulls still ruled the seas. 

The brand quickly earned an international reputation for bulletproof hull integrity, exceptional seaworthiness, and timeless engineering. To own a Hatteras is to own a piece of yachting history; a vessel engineered to over-deliver on safety, comfort, and longevity, which explains why so many vintage models are still actively cruising the waterways of North America today. 

The Hatteras 43 Double Cabin

Introduced in the 1970s, the Hatteras 43 Double Cabin (DCMY) became one of the most successful and sought-after aft-cabin motor yachts of its generation. Known for its wide 14-foot beam and deep-V hull, the 43 Double Cabin offers a remarkably stable and smooth ride, even in heavy chop. The genius of Jack Hargrave’s design lies in its incredible utilization of space, creating a cruising platform that feels significantly larger than its 43-foot footprint. 

The layout is optimized for long-range cruising, family adventures, or comfortable dockside living. Moving through the vessel, the massive main salon features large, wrap-around windows that flood the interior with natural light. Just three steps down, the fully equipped U-shaped galley is open to the salon, allowing the chef to remain part of the conversation while preparing meals. 

Privacy is paramount on the 43 Double Cabin. The split-cabin floor plan positions the master stateroom far aft, complete with a queen-sized berth, extensive built-in dresser storage, and a private ensuite head with a standalone stall shower. Forward, guests enjoy their own private V-berth stateroom with adjoining head, ensuring maximum comfort and independence for everyone on board. 

On deck, the flybridge and lower helm controls offer excellent visibility and command, while the expansive aft deck serves as the ultimate venue for open-air entertaining, dining, or simply relaxing while at anchor. Powered by dependable twin Detroit Diesel engines, this classic cruiser possesses the power, range, and legendary “Hatteras Ride” to take you anywhere your heart desires. 

Vessel Highlights

· Legendary Hull & Power: Solid fiberglass construction powered by twin 390 hp Detroit Diesel engines, equipped with dual helm controls and a highly maneuverable bow thruster.

· Electronics Suite: Upgraded navigation package featuring a Simrad radar, Simrad GPS, Simrad autopilot, dual VHFs, and compass.

· Spacious Accommodations: Two-cabin, two-head layout featuring an aft master stateroom with a queen bed and private ensuite head, and a forward guest V-berth—both heads include standalone showers. 

· Full Galley & Salon: Well-appointed galley with a stand-up fridge, stove with oven, microwave, and sink, opening directly into a massive main salon with a TV, couch, and chairs. 

· Reliable Systems: Includes an Onan 7.5kW Diesel Generator, air conditioning, Newmar battery charger, Heart Freedom 24 inverter/charger, and a 6-battery bank.

· Deck Conveniences: Equipped with a 12V windlass, swim platform with ladder, spotlight, foredeck storage box, and a transom BBQ.

Specifications

· Vessel Name: BONNIE N CLYDES

· Year: 1977

· Builder: Hatteras Yachts

· Model: 43 Double Cabin

· LOA: 43’ 11”

· Beam: 14’ 0”

· Draft: 3’ 5”

· Displacement: 34,000 lbs

· Location: Pickering, Ontario (Lake Ontario)

· Condition: Needs some care / Project vessel

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