1998 OFFSHORE 48

This 1998 Offshore Yachts 48 is a classic American cruising yacht built for long weekends and coastal passages. The 48-foot hull gives you a stable ride with enough interior volume for a couple or small family. If you want a used yacht with proven construction and a manageable size for easy docking, this Offshore Yachts 48 for sale deserves a close look.
 

This yacht fits buyers who want a well-built used yacht for weekend cruising, liveaboard stints, or entertaining at the dock. The two-cabin layout works for a couple with occasional guests, while the 48-foot length remains friendly for marina slips. If your plans include long-range passages, look at fuel burn and range carefully. For family coastal trips and social gatherings, this Offshore Yachts 48 is a practical choice.
 

Is the 1998 Offshore Yachts 48 for Sale?

Yes, this 1998 Offshore Yachts 48 is currently offered for sale through its listing broker. The yacht is being actively marketed to buyers who want a well-built used yacht for weekend cruising and coastal passages. Because older Offshore Yachts hold decent value when maintained and this model offers a lower entry price than newer luxury yachts, availability of a comparable example in similar condition may be limited.
 

For buyers, availability is less important than the condition of the specific boat. Engine hours, Caterpillar 3208TA service records, hull moisture readings, generator service history, and interior finishes should all be reviewed. A well-maintained example with documented service can have a very different ownership profile from another Offshore Yachts 48 that has deferred maintenance.
 

1998 Offshore Yachts 48 Price

The asking price for this 1998 Offshore Yachts 48 should be confirmed directly with the listing broker, as pricing for cruising yachts varies with condition, equipment, and documented service history. Older Offshore Yachts hold decent value when maintained, and this 1998 model offers a lower entry price than newer luxury yachts, leaving room for upgrades. Asking prices are subject to change and should not be treated as confirmed transaction values.
 

The purchase price is only part of the budget for a 48-foot yacht. Budget for diesel, insurance, slip fees, and annual maintenance on any 48-foot yacht. The Caterpillar 3208 engines are known for longevity, but service records matter. At 3,200 hours, a mechanical survey can confirm remaining life. Buyers should also account for a full engine survey, hull moisture readings, generator service history, sea trial, haul-out, and general upkeep.
 

Performance and Propulsion

This Offshore Yachts 48 is powered by twin Caterpillar 3208TA diesels that provide reliable torque for a 48-foot cruiser. The Caterpillar 3208TA is a well-regarded marine diesel known for longevity and reliable operation, and the twin installation delivers an 18-knot cruise speed with a 22-knot top end, suiting coastal hops and island runs. At 3,200 hours, a mechanical survey can confirm remaining life.
 

The fiberglass hull and solid American build quality from Offshore Yachts give the boat a stable ride, and at roughly 20.41 tons displacement, the ride stays planted in choppy conditions. About 2,271 liters of fuel capacity supports a 400-nautical-mile range. Actual speed and fuel consumption depend on load, sea conditions, propeller condition, and hull maintenance, so a sea trial at cruise speed will reveal prop pitch, exhaust condition, and handling. If your plans include long-range passages, look at fuel burn and range carefully.
 

Exterior Design and Construction

This 1998 Offshore Yachts 48 features a fiberglass hull and solid American build quality from Offshore Yachts, along with a 48-foot length that remains friendly for marina slips. The exterior design reflects classic American cruising yacht styling, and the stable hull provides a planted ride in choppy conditions. The boat's displacement of roughly 20.41 tons contributes to its solid feel.
 

Buyers should inspect the hull and deck, stringers, bulkheads, running gear, shafts, propellers, rudders, through-hulls, fuel tanks, steering system, and any signs of water intrusion or previous structural repairs. Get hull moisture readings as part of the survey, and test deck hardware and railings during a personal viewing. Compare this Offshore Yachts 48 for sale against similar 48-foot cruisers from the late 1990s.
 

Interior and Accommodation

This 1998 Offshore Yachts 48 offers two cabins and two heads that give owners and guests separate spaces. The two-cabin layout works for a couple with occasional guests, and the interior volume is enough for a couple or small family. The 48-foot hull gives you a stable ride with enough interior volume for weekend cruising and liveaboard stints.
 

Individual boats may have different upholstery, appliances, flooring, entertainment systems, and interior finishes depending on subsequent refits. Buyers should inspect the galley equipment, refrigeration, air-conditioning, plumbing, bilge systems, and all accommodation spaces for condition and evidence of regular maintenance. The two-cabin, two-head arrangement provides privacy and comfort for owners and guests on coastal trips.
 

What to Check Before Buying a 1998 Offshore Yachts 48

Before you commit, ask for a full engine survey, hull moisture readings, and generator service history. The survey should cover the hull and deck, stringers, bulkheads, running gear, shafts, propellers, rudders, through-hulls, fuel tanks, steering system, electrical equipment, air-conditioning, plumbing, and bilge systems. Deck hardware and railings should also be tested.
 

The twin Caterpillar 3208TA diesels should be inspected individually, including the 3,200 engine hours, service records, diagnostic reports, cooling systems, exhaust components, transmissions, shafts, and propellers. A sea trial at cruise speed will reveal prop pitch, exhaust condition, and handling. Buyers should also test the generator, navigation electronics, autopilot, VHF radios, refrigeration, pumps, air-conditioning, and other onboard systems. When the survey is clean, this yacht can deliver strong value for a buyer who wants a capable American cruiser.