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Special Issues Viii | 18 foot 2000 Yacht in Fort Lauderdale FL | 7240017560

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$2,495,000

Special Issues Viii

Price:
$2,495,000
Summary:
Used 2000 6,157 miles
Location:
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Description:

DescriptionSPECIAL ISSUES VIII is the nicest and best priced of the ever popular Westship series.The amazing and unparalleledlayout with5 staterooms plus crew, enormous salon with bar and dining area, country kitchen, large aftdeck,huge flybridge with Jacuzzi, and water sports friendly cockpit,continues to prove the perfect configuration for both private and/or charter use. This yacht has benefited fromnumerous upgrades and updates, as well as a continuous maintenance program. SPECIAL ISSUES VIII will undoubtedly be the next Westship to sell. Don't miss the boat!RemarksSPECIAL ISSUES VIII is the nicest and best priced of the ever popular Westship series.Thisbeautifulyacht has benefited fromcountless upgrades and updates, as well as a continuous maintenance program. The108's unparalleledlayout with5 staterooms plus separate crew, enormous salon with bar and dining area, country kitchen, large aftdeck,huge flybridge with Jacuzzi, and water sports friendly cockpit,continues to prove the perfect configuration for both private or charter use. SPECIAL ISSUES VIII will undoubtedly be the next Westship to sell. Don't miss the boat! Click this link www.yacht360tours.com/108westshipto see newvirtual tours, photos, and video!(NOTE: The name "SPECIAL ISSUES VIII" is reserved)Cockpit3 Underwater lights (beneath cockpit)Custom removable waterproof sunshadecanopy (new 2009)(2) Maxwell 2200 Electric Winches(2) Sea-8001, 8 HM Hailer/PA Horns (2 additional in mast)Tender fueling station (approximately 100 gallons fuel capacity)Weather-tight Access door to Crew QuartersTransom ShowerStowage areasAft deckThe Aft Deck offers a custom-varnished teak table that can slide fore and aft to adjust positions. Sunbrella seating, two (2) varnished teak 3-position chairs and three (3) director chairs are comfortable seating options. The bar area has a Corian countertop (new), under-counter SubZero freezer (new), SubZero refrigerator(new), KitchenAid icemaker (new)to starboard, and extra 110V power outlets (new). There are 2 cameras mounted on the overhead, and plenty of stowage. There is a stainless steel spiral stairwell to starboard for access to the Flybridge.SalonThe Salon is accessed from the aft deck and offers a comfortable guest area with two (2) substantial sofas and a custom coffee table. New interior fabrics on sofas, leather and curtains in 2008. The entertainment center includes a Sony flatscreen TV (2008), Sony media center (2008), and Bose surround sound system with DVD and CD (2008). The bar is perfect for entertaining guests with four (4) custom leather bar stools that swivel, KitchenAid Icemaker and sink. The formal dining area boasts a roundcustom-built Italian table with an extension leaf and beautifully upholstered Italian chairs to seat up toeight (8) people. A Yamaha electric CVP-69 Player Piano is located in the dining room, along with built-in buffets to both port and starboard(with custom acrylic sections for dinnerware and wine glasses) for storage.GalleyAll New Appliances in Galley & Laundries (2008, 2009, and 2010):The Galley is fully equipped with all necessary appliances including a SubZero refrigerator/freezer, Whirlpool oven, KitchenAid Ceran 5-burner cooktop, Whirlpool microwave/convection oven, Bosch dishwasher, KitchenAid trash compactor,Instant hot water dispenser (2012),Corian countertops and divided sink. An additional exhaust vent has been installed in the backsplash. There is an abundance of storage throughout the galley, including two (2) Corian removable pieces to access extra storage, as well as storage under the dinette. There is a50-bottle Marvelwine cooler (new)in the adjoining hallway. The galley also has a U-shaped settee for casual dining.Communications and Entertainment EquipmentCustomized Mast configured for a larger Direct TV Dome (4004-3 TVRO Series Antenna by SeaTel)All Staterooms, Galley, Flybridge, Crew Quarters and the Salon have Direct TV Receivers with GLA capabilities (Note: Direct TV receivers are leased and are therefore excluded from the sale. However, they can easily be replaced with new owner subscription to Direct TV)Bose Surround Sound Systems are featured in the Master Stateroom, the two VIP Staterooms, and the Salon, as well asremote speakerslocated on the Foredeck, Aft Deck and FlybridgePanasonic KX-T61610 Phones are located in all Staterooms, Galley, Salon, Pilothouse, and Crew Quarterswhich feature inter-cabin-coms, local cellular, or Satellite; the unit in the pilothouse could also be used for General ships alarm or HailerKVH TracPhone FB250 Satellite Phone withInternet and Fax capabilities provided by Inmarsat Fleet Broadband ServicesPort Networks MWB250 WiFiSystem for onboard Internet (Ship PC)Peplink Balance Web Administrator for WiFi selection, 3G or Satellite Internet through the KVH TracPhone (Ship PC)Linksys Router for WiFi distribution throughout the vesselPilothouseThe Pilothouse consists of a Central Helm Station with 26" helm, navigation equipment and monitors, Micro Commander Engine Controls with Digital and Analog Engine Displays, Bow Thruster Control and Rudder Jog Switch. There is also a leathersettee, table and plenty of storage space.All Electronics New(2008 & 2009)PILOTHOUSE NAVIGATION EQUIPMENTNobeltec Chart Plotter (#2 Ship PC)2x KEP Flatscreen Navigation MonitorsExtron Bridgeveiw KEP Monitor Switching System Furuno NavNet 3D & RadarFuruno Far 21/27 Black Box RadarFuruno NavNet Navionics GPS Chart PlotterFuruno AIS FA 150 Transmitter/ ReceiverSirius Weather WorksSimrad AP 50 Autopilot Control UnitSimrad IS 15 Repeater DisplayB&G HS 2000 Transducer with Wind and SpeedDatamarine CD 400 Transducer/Depth SounderNaiad Stabilizer Control with Angle Indicators2x Standard Horizon Matrix GX 3000S VHF Radios withHailerSSB Sea 225 Radio TelephoneKVH Tracphone Satellite PhonePanasonic KX-T7030 TelephonePelco Video Switching Unit for CamerasRitchie Ships Compass, 6" Globemaster F-600ACR Searchlight Point PadVicon CCTV Control Panel(3) Windshield Wiper Controls(2) MTUElectronic Engine DisplaysADDITIONAL EQUIPMENTShips HornShips Bilge and Fire Monitoring systemShips HP Computer with HP Officejet Printer, Scanner and FaxHeadhunter Tank Sentry for Fresh and Black WaterShips ClockShips BarometerWindshield Wiper ControlsSony Sound SystemFlybridgeThe Flybridge is an exceptional area for entertaining and relaxing with a Jacuzzi and adjacent sunbathing area, bar with sink, under-counter refrigerator (new), electricbbq grill (new),flatscreen TV (new) and seating for four (4) under new custom removable waterproof sunshade canopy (aft section of flybridge). There is a custom-made varnished teak, angled dining table with two (2) varnished teak 3-position chairs, two (2) director chairs and Sunbrella seating area. The aft section hascustom removable safety railings, with a custom rack for storing them.Theflush mounted tender chocks are removable to create the perfect spot for the 2 varnished recliner chairs.The Flybridge has three control stations. The central Helm station has three (3) Captain's chairs in front of the 26" helm, navigation equipment,Micro Commander Engine Controls, Bow Thruster Control anda Rudder Jog Control. There is a custom hardtop over the forward section of the flybridge. Thetinted plexiglass windshield with venturiwind deflector is new. The clear isinglass enclosures are new.The Wing Control Stations each consist of Micro Commander Engine Controls, Bow Thruster Control and a Rudder Jog Control with Simrad IS 20 (new 2012) Rudder Position indicators.All Electronics New (2008 & 2009):FLYBRIDGE NAVIGATION EQUIPMENTFuruno C-Map NT GP- 1850 WF GPS2x KEP 15" Flatscreen monitorsFuruno Remote control unit with track ballFuruno Nav Net 3 D ControlunitSimrad AP 50 Auto Pilot Control unitSimrad IS 15 Repeater Display unitSimrad IS 20 RudderIndicators at the Wing StationsB&G HS 2000 Transducer Display with wind and speedNaiad Stabilizer Control unit2x Standard Horizon Matrix GX 3000S VHFRadios(2) Engine Tachometers(3) Bow Thruster Joy SticksACR Searchlight Point PadRitchie Ships Compass, 6" Globemaster F-600(2) Sea-8001, 8 HM Hailer/PA Horns (2 additional in cockpit)Ship's HornTender18' Novurania 530 (2003)with Yamaha 115hp outboard Model F115TXRC. Removable flush tender chocks on Flybridge.Master StateroomThe Master Stateroom features a luxury king-sizebed with memory foam mattress (new), integrated desk, large cedar-lined closet, additional storage space, new flatscreen Sony corner TV (new), new leather wall panel, IPOD docking station, entertainment system hidden behind cabinetry with new built-in bookshelves to port. The Master His and Hers bathrooms haveHeadhunter toilets (new), shower with dual-heads and tinted doors, and a large Jacuzzi tub.VIP Stateroom PortThis VIPStateroomto port offers a King bed withnew mattress, however this stateroomeasilyconverts to twin beds! There is acedar-lined closet, flatscreen TV (new), and en suite bathroom with shower with tinted doors andHeadhunter toilet (new).VIP Stateroom StarboardThis VIP Stateroom located starboard offers a Queen bed with new mattress with memory foam topper, cedar-lined closet, flatscreen TV (new) and en suite bathroom with shower with tinted doors and Headhunter toilet (new).Forward Guest Stateroom PortThis Guest Stateroomhas a Full size bed withmattress (new), cedar-lined closet, flatscreen TV (new), new shelving, new lighting,and en suite bathroom with shower with tinted doors andHeadhunter toilet (new).Forward Guest "V" StateroomBelow decks and forward is the V-Guest Stateroom with Twin beds with new mattresses, flatscreen TV (new),combination washer and dryer (new), shower with tinted doorsandHeadhunter toilet (new). There isa hatch to the foredeck.Day HeadThe Day Head is located on the main deck in the starboard passageway and has aHeadhunter toilet (new), sink and mirror.Crew/Engine Room CompanionwayThrough a watertight transom hatch, this area contains switches for port and starboard capstans, spare props, Electrical breaker panels, dive compressor on/off switch and Whirlpool Washer/Dryer Model LTE6234DQO (new). There has been an extra vent fan installed for the clothes dryer for efficiency and safety. Access to engine room is through a watertight door in the forward bulkhead of this compartment.Crew QuartersThe crew's quarters was customized (2008) to comfortably accommodate up to 4 crew members with plenty of space and privacy. As all expericencedyacht owners know - A happy crew equals a happy boat!Aft and to port, the Captain's Cabinhas a double berth that can accommodate 2 people (new mattress), flatscreen TV (new)and private en suite head with shower, sink and toilet.Aft and to starboard are2 more crew staterooms. Each has its own single berth (new mattresses),flatscreen TV's (new), and private en suite heads with shower, toilet and sink.Engine & Mechanical Equipment(2) MTU 8V396TE94 @ 1525hp each. As of Oct 4,2012:Port 4822 hours / Starboard 4769 hoursSteering Systems, Jastram, Vickers hydraulic PTO's(2) Naiad Stabilizers Model 302 with 7.5 sq. ft. finsWESMAR Bow Thruster VT16 HydraulicPropSpeed on propellerMarineAir Systems Reverse Cycle Air Conditioning, 230V A/C(3) Chillers, 180,000 BTU Model # MCWLP60SRC110V Fuel Transfer Pump with timer and flow meterBack-up manual fuel transfer pumpMacerator Pumps: 120 VAC Edson series for crew heads, 120 diaphragm black water pump, Rule 24VDC back-up black water pump(4) Racor 75-1000FX Fuel Filter/Water Separators w/ vacuum gauges(2) AlgaeX Fuel Conditioners(2) ZF Transmissions BW255Tides Marine Dripless Stuffing Boxes(2) Hot Water Heaters: (1) 52-gal & (1) 30-gal, 220V(2) Watermakers:Sea Recovery 1200 gpdModel 1200AC (1 was replaced -new in 2009)(2) Jabsco Bilge Pumps 110VAC(2) Rule 24VDC 2000GPHEngine compartment pumps with automatic float switches(3) Rule 2000 GPHBilge Pumps with automatic float switches, 1 per compartment(4) Rule 24VDC 2000 GPH Bilge Pumps with automatic float switches: (2) in Crew Area Bilge & (2) in Lazzarette BilgeClosed Circuit CameraBlock HeatersShorepower cord (100 amp single phase 110/240) on Glendenning electric reel - feeds out starboard hull sideElectrical System(2) Northern Lights 65kW GeneratorsAs ofOct 9,2012:Port 6157 hours SMOH / Starboard 5920 hours SMOH.Racor 500FX Fuel Filter with Algae X Fuel ConditionersHydraulic Power for Bow Thruster and Anchor Windlass provided by Deniston PTO driven by port generatorDC Electrical Systems by (8) 6V Deka Gel Cell Batteries (new 2011)(2) 24V DC Breaker Panels and (1) 12V DC Breaker PanelACElectrical Systems, Single Phase, 100-amp 120/240V System(3) AC Electrical Panels located in crew companionway aft of engineroom entrywayEngine & Generator Start Batteries: (6) 8D Marine Gel Cell Batteries30-amp Sentry Automatic Charger for 12V Batteries15-amp McCarron Charger for 24V System(2) 100-amp Shorepower inlets on bow: (1) stbd with Glendenning power reel and (1) Stbd side cockpit(2) 100-amp Isolation Transformers(2) 100-amp voltage regulators with boostBONDING SYSTEM (Main Bonding Conductor, All Bonded):Electrical SystemSeacocksShaft LogsRuddersSea StrainersPumpsEnginesFuel System/TanksHull ZincsDeck EquipmentMarquipt 2500-lb. DavitBowmar Chain Locker Hatch 22"300' 1/2" Galvanized Steel ChainMaxwell 3500 Hydraulic Windlass8-Step Marquipt Boarding ladderBoarding Doors, port & starboardRaised Seating area with cushions and escape hatch for V-Berth areaCustom Bow Safety RailsMarquipt Sea-Stairs with custom stowage bracket, and2 removable handrailsNumerous "Pop-Up" Cleats (new)BOSUNS LOCKER:(2) 100-amp shorepower connections(2) 12,000 BTU Air Handler for Galley AreaSpare mooring linesShorepower CordsLazzaretteBeneath the cockpit is the spacious lazzarette, wherethe Brownie's dive compressor can be found. The compressor can fill up to 4 dive tanks (aluminum or steel) at a time. The controls and fill nozzles are conveniently mounted just inside of the crew companionway. The lazzarette also has plenty of extra room for stowage, as well as provides easy access to the aft fuel tanks and steering gear.Doghouse (technical space beneath pilothouse)New SubZero Refrigerator (2011)& U-Line Freezer (2011). Various telephone, communications, andcomputer equipment, air handler, voltage regulators, and additional stowage.Safety and Fire ProtectionSecurity & Alarm systemVisual distress signals: Red handheld; Orange smoke; Parachute aerial typeNavigation lightsAnchor light(3) Pneumatic HornsPower exhaust ventilation blowers for enginesLife Jackets: (17) Type I and (4) Type II(1) Ring Buoy, Type IV8-man Givens Buoy Liferaft(11) USCG Approved Dry Chemical Size I(2) USCG Approved Dry Chemical Size IIKidde Fenwal Halon 1301 Machinery Space Fixed Fire Suppression System2 Smoke Hoods in each of the 5 staterooms (new 2011)First Aid KItSmoke Detectors: Master SRAlarm; Monitor in PilothouseFire Alarms: Heat sensors, audible and signal light in Pilothouse(2) ACRSearchlightsEPIRB Sat 406Secondary Engine Room Escape HatchExclusionsPersonal ItemsSelected ArtworkGlass Dolphins sculptureAqua Glass BowlShellsFishing rodsAll Direct TV receivers(leased)(NOTE: The name "SPECIAL ISSUES VIII" is reserved, and will be removed from vessel by owner immediately prior to closing)
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