1958 Stephens 53' _{(16.15 m)} 53 MY

Newport Beach, California, United States

Sully's

A beautifully restored classic American motor yacht blending Stephens craftsmanship with thoughtful modern upgrades.

Flag of Registry: United States

Motor Yachts
Power
Used
Diesel
Wood Hull
HIN/IMO: cfz5940a0058V

Vessel ID# 2858042 Last Updated: 2026-09-14 18:53:46

$ 535,000 USD

€ 463,793 Euros
$ 745,247 CAD
£ 397,179 GBP

EMAIL BROKER+1 (954) 292 0629

Description

Cockpit & Aft Deck

Stepping aboard from the stern, you enter a spacious aft deck with:

New larger 40” teak swim platform
New SS and teak steps from swim step to new transom door
Beautifully finished teak-trimmed cockpit
New belt lighting
Access to the lazarette, steering gear, and Northern Lights generator
2 steps up to the California deck
Comfortable seating with new cushions port and starboard
Hi/Low teak Cockpit table
Large bar counter with ample storage, hidden sink and beveled glass storage
Port and starboard wing doors
New extended Cal deck cover with mahogany planks and LED dimmable lighting
New full enclosure in 2026
Wide side decks with fresh nonskid (new 2026)

The aft deck is an ideal entertaining space and leads directly into the Wheelhouse.

Wheelhouse / Helm

A traditional centerline helm with:

Hydraulic steering
Conventional gauge cluster (new at repower)
Simrad AP28 autopilot
New Garmin Radar
(2) New Garmin displays
Icom VHF with hailer
Engine room cameras
Compass
Air horn
Classic spotlight control

Large windows and classic Stephens sightlines make this a standout pilothouse.

Salon

The salon retains its classic Stephens charm with:

Teak/mahogany cabinetry
Large, opening windows with excellent visibility
Updated and lighting
Comfortable settees that convert to a bunk
(2) Barrel chairs with swivel
All new interior in 2025
Entertainment system with TV, Bose stereo with Bluetooth, DVD/VHS
Hidden bar sink and liquor storage
Access to the galley and crew cabin forward and down aft to the two guest cabins

Galley

Down and forward from the salon is a full U‑shaped galley featuring:

4‑burner electric stove/oven
Microwave
Cold plate Refrigerator & freezer (original but fully overhauled)
Stainless sink
Ample cabinetry
Easy access to the forward accommodations

Accommodations

Master Stateroom (Aft)

Port & starboard double berths
Beautiful woodwork
Large hanging lockers
New “art” TV
New interior in 2025
Sliding access to the cockpit for ventilation and second access
Private head with shower
VacuFlush system
New LED lighting in the heads

Guest Stateroom (Midship)

Twin single berths
Storage lockers
Adjacent head with shower
VacuFlush system
New LED lighting
New interior in 2025

Forward Crew Quarters

Two berths
Dedicated head with new LED lighting
New interior in 2025
Access to the forepeak and anchor locker

Engine Room

A remarkably clean, well‑organized machinery space:

Twin Cummins 6CTA 8.3 M3 (450 hp) installed in 2002
Approx. 725 hours each
Twin Disc gears
Racor fuel filtration
Tides dripless shaft seals (with spare seals)
Northern Lights 12 kW generator (2011) — 582 hrs
Onan 5.5 kW generator (2002) — 360 hrs
New 20‑gal water heater (2023)
Oil changing system
Fuel transfer pump
Air compressor (ship’s horn)
New batteries in 2025/2026

Everything is labeled, upgraded, and maintained to a high standard.

MAJOR WORK COMPLETED (PAST 10–15 YEARS)

Structural / Hull

Complete hull rebuild (2011)Cold‑molded triple‑planked mahogany
Epoxy saturation
New silicon‑bronze fasteners
Work performed by MacDonald Boat Building (Shelter Island)
New composite decks with nonskid (2022). Repainted in 2026
New through‑hull fittings & seacocks (8 below, 8 at boot stripe)
New stainless shafts, cutlass bearings, and dripless seals
New bronze struts and rudder hardware serviced

Mechanical

Repower (2002) — Twin Cummins 6CTA 8.3 M3
New Northern Lights 12 kW generator (2011)
New Onan 5.5 kW generator (2002)
New water heater (2023)
All bilge pumps replaced/serviced (5 total)
New sanitation hoses & VacuFlush service
New raw‑water washdown pumps
Fuel system upgradesNew distribution manifolds
Racor 75/1000FGX filtration
New hoses & clamps

Electrical

Complete electrical system modernizationNew 12V / 110V / 220V panels
Fully rewired to current ABYC standards
New battery chargers (ProSport HD6)
Trace inverter system with remote monitor
AGM battery bank (6× 8D + generator starts)
GFCI outlets upgraded
New Victron solar charger in 2025
400 amp-hour solar in 2025
Starlink system

Cosmetic / Interior

Updated headliners
Updated lighting
Refinished cabinetry
New nonskid decks
New cockpit cushions

Safety

FE241 automatic fire suppression system
Multiple portable extinguishers
CO/smoke detectors
New zincs (2023)
Updated ground tackle & windlass service

Yacht Access is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Olson Yacht Group. 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