1997 Sea Ray 450 Sundancer
“Bearacuda”
Description
Introduction and Key Features
There are classic express cruisers, and then there are boats that have clearly benefited from meticulous ownership. Bearacuda falls into the latter category.
From her gleaming exterior to her modernized helm and refreshed interior, this yacht reflects years of careful stewardship rather than deferred maintenance.
Her original white gelcoat continues to shine beautifully, while the striking black hull sides have been professionally finished in Awlgrip, giving Bearacuda a modern appearance that stands out in any marina. The cockpit has been completely refreshed with new cushions, SeaDek flooring, updated canvas and enclosure, and an extensively modernized helm featuring custom dash panels, illuminated push-button switches, and a complete Garmin electronics suite.
Below deck, you'll find an inviting interior with brand-new carpet and linens, while the salon has been upgraded with custom zero-gravity reclining seating that easily converts into an additional berth for overnight guests.
Power comes from twin 420 HP Caterpillar 3126 diesel engines, with the starboard engine replaced in 2020 and the port engine rebuilt in 2020, both showing approximately 460 hours. Combined with the numerous cosmetic and mechanical improvements, Bearacuda represents an outstanding opportunity for buyers seeking a turnkey express cruiser.
Notable Upgrades
- Twin Caterpillar 3126 420 HP diesel engines
- Port engine rebuilt (2020)
- Starboard Caterpillar remanufactured engine (2020)
- Approximately 460 hours on both engines
- Only two owners
- Original white gelcoat shines beautifully
- Black hull professionally painted with Awlgrip
- 2023 New cockpit and helm upholstery
- 2023 New black bimini, enclosure and Isinglass
- 2022 Garmin electronics package
- Garmin GPSMAP 1243
- Garmin GPSMAP 1243xsv
- Garmin Autopilot
- 2021 Simrad RS20 VHF
- 2022 Custom helm panels
- 2022 New gauges
- 2022 Illuminated push-button helm switches
- 2021/2022 SeaDek throughout cockpit, helm and swim platform
- Custom LED cockpit lighting
- Backup camera ready for installation
- Rail-mounted Magma propane grill
- YETI cooler included
- Brand-new carpet
- Brand-new linens
- Custom zero-gravity salon recliners
Dunigan Marine Group is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Preferred Yachts. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a particular vessel
Overview
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Broker Comments
The Sea Ray 450 Sundancer remains one of the finest cruising yachts Sea Ray ever designed.
Her 13'11" beam provides an interior volume that rivals many motor yachts while maintaining the sleek profile and exhilarating performance expected from a Sundancer. The deep-V hull delivers a confident ride offshore while the expansive cockpit comfortably entertains a crowd.
What makes Bearacuda especially appealing is the balance between thoughtful modernization and careful ownership. From the refreshed interior and updated helm to the custom salon seating and newer SeaDek, the current owners have focused on upgrades that genuinely improve the boating experience.
Whether you're planning weekends in Orange Beach, cruising the ICW, or simply enjoying sunsets in Pensacola Bay, Bearacuda is equally at home underway or entertaining at the dock.
Accommodations
Three easy steps below the helm reveal one of the most spacious interiors available in a 45-foot express cruiser.
Sea Ray's signature high-gloss cherry cabinetry, generous natural lighting, and excellent headroom create a warm and inviting living space. The original survey specifically notes the quality of the brightwork, cabinetry, and joinery throughout the vessel.
Salon
The salon has been beautifully updated with:
- Custom zero-gravity reclining seating
- Converts into an additional sleeping berth
- Samsung television
- Storage throughout
- Cherry cabinetry
- Brand-new carpeting
- Brand-new linens
- Central vacuum system
- Excellent natural light
Galley
Located to starboard amidships, the galley is exceptionally well arranged for extended cruising.
Features include:
- Solid-surface countertops
- Kenyon three-burner electric cooktop
- Emerson microwave
- Vitrifrigo refrigerator/freezer
- Integrated blender center
- Deep stainless sink
- Excellent storage
- Updated oven (per seller)
Forward Master Stateroom
- Island queen berth
- Cedar-lined hanging lockers
- Vanity
- Ensuite VacuFlush head
- Separate shower
- Excellent storage
Mid-Cabin
The private guest stateroom offers impressive accommodations for another couple.
Features include:
- Convertible lounge/berth
- Privacy door
- Storage beneath berth
- Dedicated guest head
- Hanging storage
Mechanical
Powering Bearacuda are twin 420 HP Caterpillar 3126 turbocharged diesel engines, widely respected for their reliability, serviceability, and cruising performance.
Significant propulsion upgrades include:
- Port Caterpillar professionally rebuilt in 2020
- Starboard Caterpillar remanufactured engine installed in 2020
- Approximately 460 hours on each engine
- V-drive transmissions
- Oil change system
- Generator
- Reverse-cycle air conditioning
- Hydraulic steering
- Trim tabs
- Excellent engine room access
- The current owner has remained proactive with mechanical maintenance,
Electrical
- 50-amp shore power
- 12-volt DC system
- Westerbeke Generator (2199 hours)
- Battery charger
- AC/DC electrical panels
- Updated illuminated helm switches
- Hot water heater
- Cabin lighting
- Navigation lighting
- Custom cockpit LED lighting
- Backup camera ready for installation
Electronics
The helm has been extensively modernized to provide the look and functionality of a much newer yacht.
2022 Helm Modernization
- Custom helm dash panels
- New engine gauges
- Illuminated push-button switching
- Garmin GPSMAP 1243
- Garmin GPSMAP 1243xsv multifunction display
- Garmin Autopilot
Additional Electronics
- 2021 Simrad RS20 VHF
- JL Audio cockpit speakers
- Windlass controls
- Engine instrumentation
- Compass
- Backup camera (ready for installation)
Hull & Deck
The cockpit is where Bearacuda truly shines.
The large U-shaped lounge comfortably entertains family and friends while removable tables convert into a spacious sun lounge. Newer SeaDek flooring adds both comfort and modern styling, and the newer Strataglass enclosure extends the boating season. The survey also notes the newer SeaDek, newer black canvas with Strataglass, updated helm, and Magma grill.
Recent exterior improvements include:
- 2023 Cockpit cushions
- 2023 Helm seating
- 2023 Black canvas
- 2023 Full enclosure with Isinglass
- SeaDek installed on Swim platform and cockpit
- Awlgrip painted hull sides
- Original gelcoat retains exceptional shine
- Large U-shaped cockpit
- Two removable cockpit tables
- Converts to cockpit sun lounge
- Wet bar
- Cockpit refrigerator
- Custom LED color-changing lighting
- Magma propane grill
- YETI cooler
- Windlass
- Integrated swim platform
- Swim ladder
- Stainless bow rails
- Large foredeck sun pad with adjustable backrests
- Anchor locker with freshwater washdown
Construction
Sea Ray built the 450 Sundancer on a solid fiberglass deep-V hull with approximately 20 degrees of deadrise, providing an excellent balance of comfort, efficiency, and offshore capability. The survey describes the hull as a fiberglass deep-V design with Baltek coring, a molded fiberglass deck, quality stainless hardware, and a well-executed structural grid.
Construction highlights include:
- Hand-laid fiberglass construction
- Deep-V hull
- Baltek-cored deck structure
- Molded fiberglass structural grid
- Stainless hardware throughout
- Cherry interior joinery
- Wide 13'11" beam
- Integrated swim platform
Specifications
Year: 1997
Builder: Sea Ray
Model: 450 Sundancer
Name: Bearacuda
Location: Pensacola, Florida
LOA: 45'6"
Beam: 13'11"
Draft: 3'7"
Displacement: 23,500 lbs
Hull: Fiberglass Deep-V
Fuel Capacity: 392 gallons
Water Capacity: 100 gallons
Holding Tank: 60 gallons
Engines: Twin Caterpillar 3126 (420 HP)
Generator: Yes
Cabins: 2
Heads: 2
Ownership: Only two owners since new
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 their agents or surveyors to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
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Preferred Yachts offers this listing on a 50-50 split with corresponding Florida licensed brokerages. Brokers unlicensed in Florida must contact listing broker to make arrangements that comply with Florida law.
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