1987 Nova Marine 48' (14.63 m) Moorea

Kemah, Texas, United States

This is a perfect liveaboard with its layout, size, overall comfort and super high quality build and finishes.


Vessel ID# 2843062    Last Updated: 2026-04-20 14:07:19

$ 145,000 USD

123,655 Euros
$ 197,120 CAD
£ 106,806 GBP

Description

The Nova Moorea 48 is a classic Yachtfisher trawler-style motor yacht built by Nova Marine, a Taiwanese shipyard, primarily in the 1980s. These vessels are known for their solid construction and practical layout.

General characteristics:

Design: A traditional double-cabin design with a trawler-style appearance. Forth Dimension includes an aft cockpit.

Construction: The hull is typically solid fiberglass and built for stability and capability. 

Layout: Fourth Dimension features an expansive flybridge, a full-beam owner's cabin, and a main salon with extensive teak woodwork and a galley. The interior is often praised for it's quality finish.

Performance: Cruising speeds are generally most efficient, around 9 to 12 knots, with maximum speeds reaching up to 18 knots. 

The Nova Moorea 48 is a popular choice for liveaboards and serious cruisers due to its comfort and capability.

 

Fourth Dimensions Notable Features:


Ford Lehman Powered…Fourth Dimension is powered by twin Ford Lehman 2728T Diesels. The benefits of owning Lehmans goes beyond their reputation for being a solid, dependable powerplant. Service and parts availability for the Lehman brand is considered in the marine industry, easier to obtain than many other powerplants. Talk to listing agent about this.


Yachtfish Trawler style Motor Yacht providing additional cockpit aft of mid-deck allowing easy access on/off the boat at dock and water level dinghy access.

Mantas Anchor with Mantas Shackle


12v Bow Thruster…Installed in 2022


Onan 8kw Gen-set


2021 Achillies HB280DX RIB with console steering…TX. titled


2023 Tohatsu 15hp Outboard for Dinghy…TX. Titled


Roof top mounted dinghy cradle with lifting davit


Yachtfish Trawler style Motor Yacht providing additional cockpit aft of Mid-deck providing easy access board from a dock or a dinghy!


Mantas Anchor with Mantas Shackle

 

Roof top mounted dinghy cradle with lifting davit



 


Yacht Access is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Little Yacht Sales. 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: NMC42601E787

Official Number: 932548

LOA: 48' (14.63 Meters)

Type: Power- Used

Year: 1987

Beam: 13' 8''

Draft Max: 4' 4''

Cabins: 2

Full Beam Master: Yes

Fuel Type: Diesel

Hull Material: Fiberglass

Hull Finish: Blue

Air Conditioning: Yes

Tower: No

Bow Thruster: Yes

Fuel Tank: 500 Gallons (1892.71 Liters)

Fresh Water: 300 Gallons (1135.62 Liters)

Displacement: 42000

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Engines

Engine 1

  • Engine Make: Ford Lehman
  • Engine Model: Ford Lehman 2728T
  • Engine Type: Inboard
  • Drive Type: Direct
  • Power HP: 225.00
  • Power KW: 167.78
  • Fuel Type: Diesel
  • Hours: 3305.00
  • Hours Date: 10-09-2025
  • Engine Location: Middle

Engine 2

  • Engine Make: Ford Lehman
  • Engine Model: Ford Lehman 2728T
  • Engine Type: Inboard
  • Drive Type: Direct
  • Power HP: 225.00
  • Power KW: 167.78
  • Fuel Type: Diesel
  • Hours: 3295.00
  • Hours Date: 10-09-2025

Generators

Generator 1

  • Generator Make: Onan
  • Generator Model: 8KW
  • Generator KW: 8.00
  • Generator Hours: 4067
  • Generator Date Hours Recorded: 01/09/2025

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