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1989 Custom Schooner Liveaboard
“Dauntless”
$95,000
Motivated owner
Shady Side, Maryland

Dauntless Steel Schooner Liveaboard perfect for traveling the world. Efficient fuel burn with 1000 nautical miles with 300 gal. diesel. Solar system with batteries also supported by the motor through an inverter powering the entire vessel. Get your social media following quick with this one.

78 ft
Length
20'
Beam
1989
Year
Used
Condition
Steel
Hull
6 Knots
Cruise Speed
9 Knots
Top Speed
Diesel
Fuel Type
2
Cabins
1
Heads

Description

From the hands of world-renowned sculptor Art Benson comes this extraordinary 1989 Custom Schooner Liveaboard for sale—a 78-foot expedition yacht conceived not merely as transportation, but as floating artwork designed to conquer the world's most challenging waters. Originally christened "Javalina Queen," the vessel Dauntless represents a rare fusion of artistic vision and serious offshore capability, engineered specifically for high-latitude exploration with six inches of insulation throughout and an ice-reinforced steel hull ready for Arctic adventures.

The thoughtful layout prioritizes both functionality and comfort for extended voyaging. The master cabin's strategic aft placement near the enclosed heated pilot house ensures quick access to the helm during challenging conditions, while forward guest quarters offer privacy with dedicated workspace and head facilities. The expansive whale-watching platform surrounding the bowsprit creates an unparalleled gathering space for observing marine life during your journeys from this Shady Side, Maryland berth to distant horizons.

Dauntless delivers serious cruising infrastructure with her completely refreshed 2002 Caterpillar 3208 diesel showing just 200 hours, backed by an impressive engine room featuring workbench, generator, and welding equipment for remote repairs. The galley's large gimbaled four-burner stove and oven complement dual full-size refrigerators plus deep freezer, while massive 400-pound anchors with 250 feet of chain each provide confidence in any anchorage. Recent comprehensive rigging overhaul replaced two miles of running rigging and addressed all standing rigging needs.

Modern electronics elevate this classic design with dual 24-inch computers running Coastal Explorer, complete AIS and GPS integration, plus new Raymarine autopilot system with SL70 radar. The robust electrical system combines deep-cycle and lithium batteries charged via 1000 watts of solar power and Mastervolt inverter/charger, ensuring energy independence for extended passages. Custom bronze fixtures throughout reflect Benson's artistic heritage while multiple engine room and pilot house cameras provide comprehensive monitoring capability.

Notable Upgrades

Fresh paint
Low hours on motor
Inverter set up with lithium polymer batteries

Technical Specifications

Year
1989
Condition
Used
Type
Sail
Category
Schooner
Subcategory
Pilothouse
Hull Material
Steel
Fuel Type
Diesel
Cruising Speed
6 Knots
Max Speed
9 Knots
Range (NMI)
1000
HIN
M0231927J239
Listing Type
Central/Exclusive
Share Type
Available for Co-Brokerage
For Sale in US Waters
Yes
Cabins
2
Sleeps
4
Heads
1
Make
Caterpillar
Model
3208
Year
2002
Type
Inboard
Drive Type
Direct
HP
300 HP
KW
224 KW
Fuel Type
Diesel
Hours
200 hrs
Display Length
78'
LOA
78'
Beam
20'
Fuel Capacity
300 gal
Fresh Water Capacity
90 gal
Holding Tank
60 gal

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The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.