MADMAN Boat for Sale

52' Stephens | 1965 | $259,950

Seattle, WA

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Last updated Aug 9, 2024

Madman Boat | 52' Stephens 1965

TRANSFERRABLE LIVE - A - BOARD UNDERCOVER SLIP AVAILABLE

A very rare opportunity to purchase a lovely cared for and continually upgraded classic yacht. Madman is one of kind on all aspects and will not disappoint even a Shipwright. The history on Madman is impeccable. It was originally commissioned as Marablu and was custom built for Abe Blumenfield, a wealthy businessman and owner of movie theaters in Northern California. This was his third Stephens. The boat was subsequently renamed Polly A, Madman, Grey Eagle, Carol Sue, Georgiana, Emily K (17 years), and finally, Madman once again. It is said that Madman was chosen as the inspiration for the album “Madman Across the Water” by alleged owner at the time, John Reid who was Elton John’s longtime Manager and partner. Elton purchased the boat for John for his 25th Birthday. A well documented story so please ask and I can provide further information.

Don’t get too caught up in the history as the boat will surely get your attention. Madman was never a project boat as it was continually cared for and upgraded over the years. The prior owner of close to 20 years (1988-2017) kept her at Seattle Yacht Club. The current owner since 2017 has had the unique opportunity to moor her undercover at Diamond Marina on Lake Union. The majority of Madman’s life has been kept undercover and in fresh water.

The Stephens Yachts are regarded to a very high standard. They built boats from 1902 until 1987 in Stockton, CA. Stephens were built to “high end semi-custom” and built to order. Hence, Madman has a full beam Pilothouse and sliding doors to the aft deck which no other Stephans was built with these customizations. Madman was launched on April 22, 1965 and is Hull M-117.

Some of the unique highlights of Madman are:

Recently (2022) Rebuilt Twin 6-71 Detroit Diesels (160 hours)
9kw Northern Lights Generator (150 hours)
Diesel Hydronic Furnace
Upgraded Dometic MaserFlush Toilets
Interior Refit
New Swim Platform (2023)
Exterior is in “Bristol” Condition”
Updated Garmin Electronics Suite
11’ Boston Whaler with Nick Jackson Davit
NW Veteran
Extensive Ships Store of Spares
Detailed Logbook dating back some 25 years
Original Blueprints and Drawing of Madman
Transferrable Live-A-Board Slip Available
Receipts for all Work Including Engine Rebuilds

DO NOT let this opportunity to let a “turn key” boat slip away. Please call the LISTING BROKER for more information and to set up a showing appointment. Madman is located offsite so please CALL ahead.

Denison Yachting is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Irwin Yacht Sales - Seattle.

Denison Yacht Sales offers the details of this yacht in good faith but can’t guarantee the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of this boat for sale. This yacht for sale is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal from that yacht market without notice. She is offered as a convenience by this yacht broker to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a specific yacht for sale.

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Madman HIGHLIGHTS

Yacht Details: 52' Stephens 1965
Location: Seattle, WA
Engines: Detroit Diesel
Last Updated: Aug 9, 2024
Asking Price: $259,950

Madman additional information

Specifications

Beam: 14' 6''
Hull Material: Wood
Displacement: 37,000 lb
Fuel Tank: 1 x 400|gallon
Fresh Water: 1 x 200|gallon
Holding: 1 x 35|gallon

Accommodations

SALON

Open and Spacious Living Area
Long Couch on Port
2 Sitting Chairs and Table to Starboard
Brass Reading Lamp
Overhead Pendant Lighting
Coffee Table
Built in Book Shelves to Starboard
Large Opening Windows with Screens
Oriental Decorative Rug
Updated Carpet
Open to Galley

PILOTHOUSE

Beautiful Raised Pilothouse
Excellent Visibility
Bench Seating for Two at Helm
Bench Seating Aft of Helm Seating
Overhead Lighting
Storage
Windshield Wipers on Front Windows
Wing Door Port and Starboard
Updated Carpet
Heating
Compass
Engine Controls
Garmin Electronics Package
Gracious Sliding Windows
High Gloss Table to Starboard
Bar with Ice Maker and Storage
Sliding Door Aft for Complete Enclosed Area

MASTER STATEROOM

His and Her Beds Port and Starboard
Storage Underneath Beds
Reading Lights
Bank of Drawers Centerline
Drawer Storage to Starboard
Closet
Opening Portholes with Shades
Updated Carpet

MASTER HEAD

Master Flush Toilet
Large Walk-In Shower
Sink with Storage Underneath
Mirrored Opening Medicine Cabinet
Towel Bar
Overhead Lighting

VIP STATEROOM

V-Berth Configuration
Two Large Single Beds
Storage Under Beds
Opening Overhead Hatch
Dual Opening Portholes
Gracious Bank of Drawers
Reading Lights

VIP HEAD

Master Flush Toilet
Large Stand-Up Shower
Sink With Storage Underneath
Mirrored Opening Medicine Cabinet

GUEST STATEROOM

Over-Under Bunk Beds
Closet and Drawers
Nightstand on Bottom Bunk
Opening Portholes
Reading Lights

Galley

Galley Forward of Master and Aft of Salon
Full Size Refrigerator and Freezer
Build in Storage
Ample Counter Space with Cabinet Storage Underneath
Miele Convection Oven
Glass Cooktop
Stainless Steel Exghaust Fan
Stainless Steel Microwave
Stainless Steel Dual Sink
Updated Faucet with Sprayer
Beautiful Wood Floor
Opening Porthole
Overhead Lighting
Overhead Storage

Electronics

Garmin GPSmap XSV GPS Plotter
Garmin GPSmap XSV Radar
Garmin GPSmao XSV Color Sonar
Garmin DSC VHF

Electrical

Northern Lights 8kw Generator
Outback Inverter / Charger - 2800 Watts
30 Amp Shore Power Inlet
ISO 240 V/12 kVa Inlet Transformer
ISO G2 120 V/3.8 kVa Inlet Transformer
32 V Alternators on Both Engines
12 VDC Alternator on Port Engine
(12) 8V Wet Cell Batteries in (3) 32 V Banks
(3) Lifeline Group 31 12V Wet Cell in (1) Start Bank
Battery Switches

Deck And Hull

Espar D12W Diesel-Fired Recirculating Furnace
11’ Boston Whaler
Nick Jackson Dingy Davit
12 VDC Windlass Power Up
Bruce Type Anchor
170’ of 3/8” Anchor Chain
Bronze Thru Hulls
1.75” Shafts
(2) Cast Bronze Struts per Shaft with Cutlass Bearings
26x27 4 Blade Bronze Propellers
Water Heater
Bow Seating Area

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Any and all personal property is excluded from the sale of the vessel unless specifically listed and included in the listing specifications reference above. Personal property may be all equipment or gear that is not permanently attached to the vessel including but not limited to: artwork, entertainment equipment, fishing equipment, Direct TV Receivers, recreational equipment, tools, and personal appliances. Pictures may depict owners personal property and are not meant to convey these items are included in the sale of the vessel unless specifically listed herein.

Irwin Yacht Sales 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.