1990 DeFever 44' (13.41 m) Offshore Cruiser
Chassell, Michigan, United States
Miss Genny
1990 DeFever 44 designed for longevity
Flag of Registry: United States
Port of Registry: Chassell
- Trawlers / Cruisers
- Power
- Used
- Diesel
- Fiberglass Hull
- HIN/IMO: JBC44191E090
Vessel ID# 2850793 Last Updated: 2026-05-23 02:30:52
Description
The DeFever 44 Offshore Cruiser
A yacht with almost as much living area on the outside as well on the inside. With a hand-laid hull and a full length keel that protects the massive underwater running gear the 44 is build to endure, and is another quality offshore cruiser in the Defever line
Yacht Access is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Curtis Stokes & Associates. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a particular vessel
Specifications
HIN/IMO: JBC44191E090
Official Number: 967966
LOA: 44' (13.41 Meters)
Type: Power- Used
Year: 1990
Beam: 15'
LWL: 43' 8''
Maximum Speed: 9 Knots
Cruise Speed: 7 Knots
Range NMI: 1250
Fuel Type: Diesel
Hull Material: Fiberglass
Hull Shape: Displacement
Air Conditioning: Yes
Tower: No
Bridge Clearance: 18' 6''
Fuel Tank: 900 Gallons (3406.87 Liters)
Fresh Water: 320 Gallons (1211.33 Liters)
Holding Tank: 47 Gallons (177.91 Liters)
Gross Tonnage: 38
Displacement: 44000 lbs
Tender HIN: EUNRA176B818
Tender Registration: FL1975RW
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Engines
Engine 1
- Engine Make: Ford Lehman
- Engine Year: 1990
- Drive Type: Direct
- Power HP: 135.00
- Power KW: 100.67
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Hours: 6500.00
- Engine Location: Port
Engine 2
- Engine Make: Ford Lehman
- Engine Year: 1990
- Drive Type: Direct
- Power HP: 135.00
- Power KW: 100.67
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Hours: 6500.00
- Engine Location: Starboard
Generators
Generator 1
- Generator Make: Westerbeke
- Generator KW: 12.00
- Generator Hours: 3660
Generator 2
- Generator Make: Westerbeke
- Generator KW: 5.00
- Generator Hours: 4570
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Vessel History
1990 DeFever 44 Offshore Cruiser – Vessel History
The DeFever 44 Offshore Cruiser is widely recognized as one of the most successful and enduring designs developed by Arthur DeFever, appreciated for its full-displacement hull design, practical layout, and long-range cruising capabilities.
I owned this 1990 DeFever 44 from 1995 through 2005 and, during that period, completed a number of engineering and operational upgrades intended to enhance reliability and ease of maintenance. These included the installation of a custom fuel polishing system, lube oil change system, and other modifications focused on supporting extended cruising use.
In my capacity as a marine engineer and yacht broker with Curtis Stokes & Associates, I have now been retained by the current owners to assist with the sale of the vessel. On May 14, 2026, I traveled to Atlantic Yacht Basin to personally inspect the boat and review its present condition and overall presentation.
Based on my recent inspection, the vessel appears to have benefited from consistent ownership care and ongoing maintenance over the years. Many of the systems, equipment installations, and original features reflect a practical approach toward long-term cruising and upkeep.
The photographs included in this listing are intended to accurately represent the vessel at the time they were taken and are organized to provide a general walkthrough of the boat and its equipment.
This DeFever 44 was originally custom ordered with several features intended to reduce maintenance requirements and improve onboard comfort. These include a painted toe rail, stainless steel stanchions, and stainless handrails throughout most of the vessel, minimizing the amount of exterior varnished wood requiring regular upkeep. The radar arch was also designed with an aft-swept configuration to accommodate a larger one-piece Bimini top over the aft deck area.
The vessel was additionally equipped from new with two generators: a 12-kW generator for primary onboard electrical requirements and a secondary 5-kW generator intended for lighter-duty operation while at anchor, including the ability to operate the aft stateroom air conditioning system without running the larger generator continuously.
This vessel’s ownership history, documented upgrades, and longstanding cruising-oriented configuration speak for themselves.
Mechanical Upgrades & Service
All six engine heat exchangers replaced with new cupronickel units from American Diesel
- Starboard 140-amp alternator rebuilt
- Port 90-amp alternator replaced
- All throttle and shift cables replaced
- Numerous spare pumps onboard
- Macerator pump replaced
- Fuel polishing system installed
Electrical Systems
- New Xantrex 2500-watt inverter installed
- New lead-acid battery bank installed in 2023:
- Eight 6-volt house batteries
- Three engine start batteries
- One windlass battery
- Replaced aft deck light with LED assembly
- Upper anchor light replaced with new hinged unit
Electronics & Navigation
- Garmin GPSMAP 1042 chartplotter installed
- New transducer installed
- Updated VHF/AIS antenna
- New stereo head unit and speakers
- Autopilot control unit professionally repaired
Ground Tackle & Anchoring Equipment
- 33kg Rocna Mk II anchor (approximately two years old)
- Mantus swivel
- 320’ of 3/8” anchor chain
- Additional 33kg Bruce anchor included
- Chain reversed end-for-end and chain locker repainted
- Atlantic Yacht Basin-installed bow snubber attachment point
- New 1” x 30’ anchor snubber with Mantus M3 chain hook
- 3/4” x 25’ bridle
Plumbing & Sanitation
- Original 18-gallon holding tank professionally upgraded to 47 gallons
- Forward toilet replaced with Raritan Sea Era raw-water toilet
- New Raritan Saniflex sanitation hoses installed
- Numerous waste and drain hoses replaced throughout the vessel
- Bilge pumps replaced
Galley & Domestic Equipment
- Stove burners and receptacles replaced
- New Magma grill included
Deck & Exterior
- Three-sided Bimini enclosure
- Upper deck painted “Blue Ice” during winter season
- Boat kept under covered moorage whenever possible
Tender & Outboard
- 2019 ZAR 10’ RIB tender
- 2019 Suzuki 20HP outboard
- Less than 75 hours
- Includes spare propeller and mounting hardware
Hull, Bottom & Running Gear
- Bottom painted Spring 2024 in St. Petersburg, Florida
- Propellers removed and tuned November 2025 in Gulfport, Alabama
Ownership & Cruising Notes
The current owners purchased “Miss Genny” in 2021 in St. Petersburg, Florida. Since acquisition, the vessel has been continuously maintained with an emphasis on reliability, cruising capability, and preventative maintenance. The boat has primarily been stored under covered moorage when not in active use, including covered slips in both Florida and Chesapeake, Virginia.
“Miss Genny” recently completed both the Great Loop and Bahamas cruising, demonstrating her capability as a proven long-range liveaboard cruiser.
Features / Highlights Summary
- Proven Great Loop and Bahamas cruiser
- Full displacement offshore trawler design
- Twin Ford Lehman diesels
- Dual generators
- Fuel polishing system
- Garmin electronics upgrades
- Extensive sanitation and mechanical updates
- Large upgraded holding tank
- Excellent anchoring package
- Included 2019 ZAR RIB tender with Suzuki outboard
- Covered-slip-kept ownership history
- Numerous recent upgrades and preventative maintenance items completed
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