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1984 Symbol 51

Long Beach, United States

$199,000

"Timeless Elegance on the Water*

This 51' Symbol Motor Yacht "Bad Latitude" is a rare find, combining timeless design with all the comforts of a contemporary cruiser. This stunning example of a popular motor yacht has benefited from thousands of dollars of meticulous work done by knowledgeable owners and is now for sale. Ideal for cruising, entertaining, or as a luxurious liveaboard, this vessel offers everything you need for memorable voyages. Her twin Caterpillar 3208TA powerplants have been regularly maintained and her Northern Lights 8.5kW generator provides all the necessary power while off the dock. Added bow thruster and NIAD stabilizers only add to the ease of operation and use. Additionally, she features a tender with hoist, a new refrigerator, salon chairs, vacu-flush heads, and a full rear enclosure, making her vast living spaces comfortable both above and below decks. Newly done teak varnish and aft deck enclosure.

Recent Upgrades:

  • Hull Maintenance:** The hull was stripped of gelcoat below the waterline and epoxy sealed to eliminate any blistering.
  • Exterior Finish:** Stars & Stripes blue Awlgrip applied to the topsides in 2016.
  • Decking:** Redone with a maintenance-free teak alternative, enhancing the yacht's aesthetic appeal.
  • Mechanical:** Regular maintenance on twin Caterpillar 3208TA powerplants and Northern Lights 8.5kW generator.

Interior Highlights:

- **Spacious Salon:** Large windows, comfortable seating, and a warm, inviting atmosphere perfect for relaxing or entertaining.
- **Gourmet Galley:** Fully equipped with modern appliances, including a new refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave, and ample storage space.
- **Master Stateroom:** Luxurious master suite with a queen-size bed, ensuite bathroom, and plenty of storage.
- **Guest Stateroom:** Full centerline berth
- **Bathrooms:** Two well-appointed heads with showers, featuring vacu-flush systems.

### Exterior Features:

- **Flybridge:** Expansive flybridge with seating for guests, offering stunning panoramic views and a great spot for al fresco dining.
- **Aft Deck:** Perfect for outdoor entertainment, featuring a large seating area and easy access to the swim platform.
- **Swim Platform:** Convenient for swimming, diving, or boarding water toys.
- **Deck Equipment:** Electric windlass, davit for dinghy storage, tender with hoist, and ample storage for outdoor gear.

### Mechanical and Electrical:

- **Engines:** Twin Caterpillar 3208TA engines with regular maintenance.
- **Generator:** Northern Lights 8.5kW generator ensures power supply for all needs.
- **Stabilizers:** Equipped with NIAD stabilizers for smooth cruising.
- **Electrical System:** Modernized electrical system with shore power connections, batteries, and chargers.

Additional Information:

- **Navigation:** Modern navigation and communication systems, including GPS, radar, VHF radio, and autopilot.
- **Safety Equipment:** Life jackets, fire extinguishers, and other essential safety gear included.
- **Living Spaces:** Full rear enclosure making vast living spaces comfortable both above and below decks.

Basic Boat Info

Boat Name: Bad Lattitude
Make: Symbol
Model: 51
Year: 1984
Condition: Used
Category: Power
Builder: Symbol Yachts Co/Kha Shing
Designer: Jack Sarin
Construction: Fiberglass

Dimensions

Length: 51 ft
Length Overall: 52'4 ft
Length Of Deck: 51 ft
Beam: 13'4 ft
Max Draft: 3'11 ft
Electrical Circuit: 110v
Cabins Count: 2

Engines / Speed

Engines: 2
Engine #1 Specs:
  • Make: Caterpillar
  • Model: 3208TA
  • Fuel: Diesel
  • Engine Power: 375hp
  • Type: Inboard
  • Propeller Type: 4 BladeBronze
  • Engine Location: Center
  • Drive Type: Direct
  • Year: 1984
  • Engine Hours: 2,500
Engine #2 Specs:
  • Make: Caterpillar
  • Model: 3208TA
  • Fuel: Diesel
  • Engine Power: 375hp
  • Type: Inboard
  • Propeller Type: 4 BladeBronze
  • Engine Location: Center
  • Drive Type: Direct
  • Year: 1984
  • Engine Hours: 2,500
Total Engine Power: 750hp

Tanks

Fuel Tanks: 2
Fuel Tank Capacity: 300 gal
Fuel Tank Material: Other
Water Tanks: 1
Water Tank Capacity: 200 gal
Holding Tank Count: 2

Other

Heads Count: 2
Drive Type: Direct
Boat Class: Motor Yachts

Contact

Steven Henry

Office

Shoreline Yacht Group - Long Beach
Alamitos Bay
Long Beach, CA, US, 90803
Tel:310-720-6999


Equipment List
  • Northern Lights 8.5 KW Generator with 644 Hours
  • Magnum 2000 Watt Inverter Charger
  • Battery Charger
  • 2 - 8D Engine Starting Batteries
  • 6 - 6 volt House Batteries
  • 1 Group 27 Generator Starting Battery
  • Flat Screen Televisions
  • Rigid Inflatable Dinghy Tender mounted on the hard top over the cockpit area.
  • Electric dinghy hoist
  • Tohatsu 6 Horsepower 4 Stroke Outboard
  • Maxwell Nillson Vertical 12 Volt Electric Windlass
Electronics

Flybridge Electronics

  • Raymarine E120 GPS Plotter Radar Display
  • Raymarine 8002 Autopilot Control Unit
  • Icom IC-M504 VHF Radio
  • Bennett Trim Tab Gauges

Pilothouse Equipment

  • Raymarine Remote Keypad Control Unit
  • Auto Nav 12 Inch Display
  • Icom IC -M504 VHF Radio
  • Fusion Marine Stereo System
  • Newmar Phone Com Intercom System
Galley
  • 3 Burner Electric Stove With Oven
  • Microwave Oven
  • Large Norcold Front Loading Refrigerator and Freezer
Accommodations

Owners Staterooms

Aft stateroom

  • Luxurious Aft Master suite with a queen-size bed, ensuite bathroom, and plenty of storage.
  • Head with freshwater Vacuflush Toilets. Large shower stall/small bathtub

Guest Stateroom

Full centerline bed

disclaimer
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.