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1976 Pacemaker 65

Name: Camelot
Make: Pacemaker  |  Model: Motor Yacht  |  Year: 1976  |  Length: 68 ft

Price: US $229,000  |  Condition: Used  |  Class: Antique and Classic

Hull Material: fiberglass  |  Beam: 17.5 ft  |  Guest Heads: 3  |  Fuel Type: Diesel

Boat Location: Seattle, Washington, United States

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1976 65' Pacemaker — Detroit 8V92s | 3,300 Hours | Coastwise Endorsed | Charter Opportunity

Classic 65' Pacemaker with twin Detroit Diesel 8V92s showing only approximately 3,300 hours, Coastwise endorsement, LLC ownership, transferable slip, and approximately $99,600 in improvements and deferred-maintenance work completed since purchase.

This is a unique opportunity to acquire a substantial classic Pacemaker with significant work already completed and a strong foundation for continued private use or a qualified charter operation.

Purchased in February 2021 for $260,000, the vessel has received approximately $99,600 in improvements, upgrades, repairs, and deferred-maintenance work since purchase.

Vessel Highlights

  • 1976 Pacemaker

  • 65'

  • Twin Detroit Diesel 8V92 engines

  • Approximately 3,300 hours

  • Coastwise endorsement

  • Vessel held in an LLC

  • Transferable slip

  • Strong charter potential, subject to applicable requirements

  • Approximately $99,600 invested in improvements and repairs since 2021

Improvements — Approximately $71,200

The current ownership has made numerous upgrades intended to improve the vessel's comfort, appearance, systems, and usability, including:

  • Two new holding tanks

  • New large-salon furniture — approximately $2,500

  • New carpets throughout — approximately $5,000

  • New window treatments — approximately $5,000

  • New grill and patio furnishings — approximately $1,200

  • New topside cushions — approximately $6,000

  • New bow cushion, table, and chairs — approximately $2,000

  • New inverter and additional wiring — approximately $3,000

  • New sea chests for main engines — approximately $3,000

  • New ice maker — approximately $500

  • New topside railing — approximately $7,000

  • New mid-salon furniture — approximately $6,000

  • Approximately $30,000 invested in heads and plumbing, including one new head, one rebuilt head, and mostly new plumbing throughout

Repairs & Deferred Maintenance — Approximately $28,400

Significant repair and maintenance work has also been completed, including:

  • Starboard-side rot repair — approximately $15,000

  • LED lighting throughout — approximately $1,200

  • Freshwater pumps rebuilt/replaced — approximately $1,200

  • Main-engine coolant flush and additional engine service — approximately $3,000

  • Swim-deck and ladder repairs — approximately $1,000

  • Bottom paint and zincs — approximately $3,000

  • Hull-blister repair and epoxy coating — approximately $4,000

Total Documented Investment Since Purchase

Improvements: approximately $71,200
Repairs & deferred maintenance: approximately $28,400
Total: approximately $99,600

This investment represents substantial work already completed by the current ownership and gives a prospective buyer a detailed picture of the vessel's recent improvement and maintenance history.

With her classic Pacemaker design, twin low-hour Detroit 8V92s, Coastwise endorsement, LLC structure, transferable slip, and nearly $100,000 in recent improvements and repairs, this vessel presents an unusual opportunity for an owner seeking a large classic yacht with commercial charter potential.

Serious inquiries welcome. Detailed records, receipts, equipment information, vessel documentation, and additional information can be provided to qualified buyers.

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