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1991 Gibson 36 Standard

Baltimore, Maryland

$19,900

"DreamCatcher" is a 1991 Gibson 36 Standard Dual-Helmed Pilothouse Houseboat powered with twin 220hp Crusader 305 V8 engines with only 300 hours and a 6.5kW Onan Generator with low hours as well. Worth noting is that these engines have the highly-desirable V-Drive transmissions, so are true-inboards with shafts; unlike many other previous models with outdrives.  She is currently berthed in a well-maintained and well-managed Baltimore Northwest Harbor marina in a floating 45x17' slip with a Co-Op Membership also for sale by the Seller for a below-market Asking Price of $23,900.

This model features an interior that is well-suited to being a liveaboard or floating vacation home, with 3 separate sleeping areas, including a master Queen berth below the forward helm and salon area, a well-equipped Galley with an updated front-opening refrigerator/freezer, 3-Burner Propane Stove with Oven, double SS Sinks, a Microwave, Coffee-Maker, and plenty of Formica-covered counter-space, drawers and cabinet storage above and below the countertop. 

This 36 ft. Gibson Houseboat also boasts a spacious bathroom with a separate shower stall, vanity, sink, storage cabinets, and electric toilet, as well as a convertible dinette aft that seats 6, a convertible sofa aft to starboard and another sofa forward opposite the lower Pilothouse helm with a small coffee table. Sliding Glass windows and a portable floor-model A/C system provide plenty of ventilation and all windows, have attractive curtains that provide privacy at night. Two 12V Batteries and a 10A Xantrex Battery charger are located aft in the dinette area and the vessel has two 30A Shore-Power Inlets with Shore-Power Cables.

The forward deck has a large SS BBQ propane Grill and there is a large storage locker below the deck with a Bruce-Style Anchor and a Danforth Anchor, each with chain and nylon anchor rodes, plus additional lines. Sliding glass doors from the Starboard side deck with aluminum rails outboard all around the decks, provide access to the Pilothouse helm, and access to the dinette area from the Aft Deck, where a large Deck Hatch provides excellent access to the engine room below. A ladder from the aft deck provides access to the mid-level spacious deck with an aluminum rail on three sides, and the Upper Helm all the way forward with two upholstered back-to-back upholstered vinyl seats and additional seating on the raised A/C system with vinyl-covered cushions that are stored below. The Flybridge Aft Deck has plenty of room for chaise lounge chairs and many folding chairs. The Flybridge Helm area is covered with a Burgundy Sunbrella Bimini with aluminum folding frame and Bimini Sunbrella storage Boot that are stored below along with a Todd Swivel Vinyl Upholstered Helm Seat and these items appear to be in very good condition. Both helms have full engine instrumentation. 

Although owned and enjoyed by the Seller since 1997, this Gibson 36 Standard Houseboat 1991, has not been used much in the last 8 years (approximate) when the engines, generator, and plumbing systems were winterized; but not re-commissioned since that time. Photos of the engine room equipment and systems, showing very little and normal exterior corrosion, are current and the Seller reports that these systems were in good operational condition prior to being winterized. See additional comments under "Broker Comments."

Disclaimer

Wilson Yachts is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Professional Yacht Sales International.

Basic Boat Info

Tax Status: Paid
Boat Name: DreamCatcher
Make: Gibson
Model: 36 Standard
Year: 1991
Condition: Used
Category: Power
Construction: Fiberglass
Boat Hull ID: GBN36501F191
Has Hull ID: Yes

Dimensions

Length: 36 ft / 10.97 m
Length Overall: 36 ft / 10.97 m
Beam: 12 ft / 3.66 m
Max Draft: 3'2 ft / 0.97 m
Min Draft: 3.17 ft
Cabins Count: 2

Engines / Speed

Engines: 2
Engine #1 Specs:
  • Make: Crusader
  • Model: 305 LH V-8
  • Drive Type: V
  • Fuel: Unleaded
  • Engine Power: 220hp
  • Type: Inboard
  • Year: 1991
  • Engine Hours: 300
Engine #2 Specs:
  • Make: Crusader
  • Model: 305 RH V-8
  • Fuel: Unleaded
  • Engine Power: 220hp
  • Type: Inboard
  • Year: 1991
  • Engine Hours: 305
Total Engine Power: 440hp

Tanks

Fuel Tanks: 2
Fuel Tank Capacity: 160 gal
Water Tanks: 1
Water Tank Capacity: 60 gal
Holding Tank Count: 1
Holding Tank Capacity: 40 gal

Other

Heads Count: 1
Drive Type: V
Boat Class: House Boats, Pilothouse, Flybridge

Broker Comments
This Gibson 36 Standard Houseboat 1991 has most recently been used as a floating vacation home in downtown Baltimore with a Million-Dollar View, conveniently located across the street from a major grocery store with dozens of local and chain restaurants and retail stores within walking distance of 5-10 blocks in the highly-desirable and safe Canton area of Baltimore. Compared to the cost of similar size boats and slips for sale in other major harbors, this combination of floating vacation home with Co-Op Slip Membership for under $50,000 is an excellent value for prospective Buyers "as-is" or better yet for a mechanically-inclined Buyer who can recommission the engines and generator, and make other repairs and upgrades to make this a fully-operational cruising vessel (Significantly increasing its value).

However, prospective Buyers should be prepared to have the engines inspected by a competent surveyor and/or mechanic to determine what preventive inspection and maintenance should be done prior to recommissioning them; which the Seller is unwilling to do and will be up to the Buyer to complete, or not, AFTER closing. Because of the age of the fuel in the tanks, Seller has been advised not to attempt to start the engines until the tanks are drained, cleaned, and fresh gasoline added. 

 Broker has observed that the hydraulic steering system at both helms will require maintenance and/or repair. A few minor leaks have damaged a small area of interior non-structural cabinetry trim forward of the lower helm, but otherwise, the condition of the interior varnished and Formica-covered cabinetry is in good condition, and soft-goods & lighting are useable and functional. There is a rooftop air-cooled 120VAC A/C system that is inoperable, but easily replaced if desired, although the like-new Haier floor model adequately cools the interior. 
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. Personal items are excluded from the sale, furthermore if not listed as part of the listing detail item(s) will not be deemed part of the sale.

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