2006 Viking
Refit Year: 2017
68' (20.73m) 68 Convertible - Smooth Ride
For Sale
- Panama City Beach Florida United States
- Sport Fishing
- Power
- Used
- Diesel
- Fiberglass Hull
- HIN/IMO: VKY68709C606
- Stock #: BR9439-RAB
FEATURES: |
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Refit 2017/2018 |
Four Stateroom Layout |
Many Upgrades |
Date Listed: 02/07/2022 |
$ 2,199,000 USD
€ 2,065,749 Euros
$ 3,026,650 CAD
£ 1,768,956 GBP
Description
This 2006 68 Viking Convertible “Smoothride” is a professionally maintained and well appointed 68 Viking Sportfish. New to the market, this is a rare opportunity to purchase an aggressively priced 68 Viking. Currently owned by a knowledgeable owner that demands perfection and it shows from the first step onto her beautiful teak cockpit. All maintenance performed by an experienced crew, Viking South, Bayliss Boatworks, and Gregory Poole Caterpillar. Refit performed in 2017/18 including two Seakeepers, 1000 hour major engine service, and interior upgrades. The engine room hosts CAT C32- A engines which are the preferred engines for any serious boat owner and tournament competitor. This engine package allows the Marquesa to cruise at 30 knots with a surprisingly efficient fuel burn. Built for extensive traveling with a SAT system, ice chipper, twin 21kW Onan generators, and a four stateroom layout housing a very spacious and luxurious interior that lacks nothing. An abundance of bridge space with new electronics and a custom Palm Beach tower creates the ultimate platform for you to continue Smoothride on her proven fish raising offshore adventures. The Smoothride provides the elegance and sophistication that will compel one to kick back while cruising to submerse yourself in unprecedented style and comfort not found in any other vessel in her class. This 68 has it all! Just offered and encourage all serious buyers to come view this gorgeous Viking. There is not another 68 on the market this well equipped or kept in such pristine condition. Bring all reasonable offers. Call today to arrange a private viewing.
Data Sheet
HIN/IMO: VKY68709C606
Official Number: 1183083
Stock # BR9439-RAB
LOA: 68' " (20.73 Meters)
Type: Power - Used
Year: 2006
Refit Year: 2017
Beam: 19' 4"
Cabins: 4
Sleeps: 10
Heads: 4
Maximum Speed: 36 Knots
Cruise Speed: 29 Knots
Fuel Type: Diesel
Hull Material: Fiberglass
Engines
Engine 1
- Engine Make: CAT
- Engine Model: C32A
- Engine Year: 2006
- Engine Type: Inboard
- Power HP: 1800.00
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Hours: 6500.00
- Engine Location: Port
Engine 2
- Engine Make: CAT
- Engine Model: C32A
- Engine Year: 2006
- Engine Type: Inboard
- Power HP: 1800.00
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Hours: 6500.00
- Engine Location: Starboard
About
Viking Yachts 68 Convertible Manufacturer's Description
American luxury sportfishing and cruising motor yacht builder Viking Yacht Company was founded in 1964. Today, this family-owned and -operated yacht company is a world leader in semi-custom fiberglass yacht production with over 4,000 boats delivered. To the passionate owners of these yachts, the word “Viking” is synonymous with “excellence”. The Viking 68 Convertible features solid Viking Yacht construction and luxury accommodations in its four-stateroom, four-full-head interior. Designed to perform both as a comfortable cruising motor yacht and an offshore tournament sportfish, the 68C has a 176-square foot cockpit and spacious air-conditioned observation mezzanine with tackle storage. Other fishing features include a large lazarette hatch, fresh and saltwater washdowns, and walk-through transom door with lift gate. A convenient day head is tucked just inside the salon. The flybridge helm is located on centerline to provide the captain with commanding views. The open salon/galley has generous ample seating and dining space, with uninterrupted views through the frameless windows. Lower-deck staterooms include an amidships master with king berth, forward VIP, and bunkrooms for guests and crew. The stand-up engine room is equipped with the latest in noise-suppression technology.