1978 Morgan 452 Ketch
Specifications
Equipment & Extras
- Air draft
- 56'0"
- Fuel capacity
- 168 gallons (U.S.)
- Number of berths
- 6
- Tax / VAT status
- Not paid / Excluded
- Bow thruster
- Stern thruster
- Hydraulic steering
- Extra sails
- Staysail with sock cover
- Hard top
- Isinglass side and aft curtains
- Screens
- Generator
- Danforth anchor (40-pound)
- CQR plow style anchor (40-pound) with chain rode
Description
Stock #480730Video of this vessel available at www [dot] popsells [dot] com/view/480730This Morgan has been on the market for more than 30 days (Mar 2nd). If you are thinking of making an offer, submit it today and let's make a deal!1978 Morgan 452 Ketch with lots of upgrades and a freshwater cooled 70 HP turbo charged engine installed in 2023.Located in Deltaville, Virginia, this 45-foot used Morgan 452 Ketch is a well-regarded bluewater cruising sailboat, known for its moderate weight and excellent righting capability. It is a 45' masthead ketch designed by Henry Scheel and built in fiberglass by Morgan Yachts.The Morgan has bow and stern thrusters, hydraulic steering, extra sails, staysail with sock cover. hard top with Isinglass side and aft curtains which can be switched out for screens.Head out confidently onto the water with a freshwater cooled 70 HP turbo charged Beta Marine 70T engine installed in 2023, in case you need help getting home. And with only 20 hours, you will have the peace of mind that comes with a Beta. Generator also replaced in 2023. There are a 40-pound Danforth and 40-pound CQR plow style anchor with chain rode.The 452 Ketch has lots of space and has the amenities necessary for cruising by a couple or small family. With ample room to sleep 8 comfortably, spend the night aboard your Morgan sailboat at your favorite waterfront spot.The forward head is not currently in working order (needs a new pump) and owner is using it as storage.It would even make a nice live-aboard! Don't miss out on your opportunity to own this good condition Morgan ketch sailboat!While we will always attempt to provide you with a TRUE representation of every vessel we market, during any purchase from Pop you will be encouraged to schedule an inspection from an independent, accredited surveyor and every purchase WILL ALWAYS BE subject to your satisfaction with the results from your independent survey and your own personal trial run.We have several more Hunter, Gulfstar, Catalina, and Cheoy Lee vessels for sale. If you're in the Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Chesapeake, or Newport News areas, please contact us to let us know what you're looking for and we'll get back with you today about any other ketch sailboat options we have locally that may meet your needs.You have questions? We have answers. Call us at 001 (469) 844-2628 to discuss this vessel today.
Owner's Comment
In 2023 the owner had a freshwater cooled 70 HP turbo charged Beta Marine 70T engine installed. The Boatyard and Krentz Marine did the installation.The generator has also been replaced. The Isinglass was replaced about 5 years ago and looks great, clear and without blemishes.
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