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2007 DeFever 56

Anacortes, WA, US 60 ft · 18 ft' beam 3 cabins
Asking
$899,000
Our Thoughts

The 2007 DeFever 56 "Flyin' Low" represents a thoughtfully maintained example of one of the most respected names in long-range cruising yachts. Built with DeFever's signature high bow, Portuguese bridge, and classic trawler proportions, this 60-foot motor yacht delivers the kind of proven seaworthiness and livability that serious cruising owners value over trends.

Propulsion & Performance

Twin Caterpillar C7 diesel engines (Model 7CPXM07.2HR2, approximately 3,000 hours) paired with ZF 285A transmissions provide reliable, economical power for extended offshore passages. The 1,320-gallon fuel capacity supports the 10-knot cruising speed characteristic of this design—a purposeful pace that maximizes range and minimizes fuel consumption for extended voyages. The engine room reflects intelligent systems integration: dual Racor fuel assemblies, new PYI shaft seals, flexible mounts on full-length stainless engine beds, and a Revso oil exchanger system all point to conscientious maintenance and a design prioritizing longevity over raw horsepower.

Power Generation & Electrical Systems

Two Westerbeke generators (15kW and 7.6kW) in sound shields provide redundancy and flexibility for extended cruising or anchoring. The electrical infrastructure includes a Victron Multiplus 5000 24-volt inverter/charger (installed 2022), Mastervolts 24-volt 24/60-3 battery charger, and Victron 12-volt 40-amp battery charger—a modern, integrated power management system. Water generation is handled by a Max-Q water maker, essential for extended passages or remote anchorages.

Navigation & Communications

The pilothouse features newly installed Timezero PC-based navigation with dual multi-function displays at both upper and lower helms, integrated with Caterpillar engine display panels and comprehensive instrumentation. Satellite TV and Starlink connectivity keep the vessel linked to the world while underway. Two EPIRBs provide emergency backup. The flybridge includes a second set of navigation displays and full helm controls, a practical redundancy for extended offshore work.

Accommodation & Interior

The three-cabin layout maximizes comfort and functionality. The mid-cabin master features a king-size walk-around berth with custom mattress, large teak drawers beneath, an en-suite head with shower stall, and a floor-to-ceiling linen closet. The forward V.I.P. cabin offers a queen-size walk-around berth with well-designed step-up access, teak book shelves, and hanging lockers. A third guest cabin with twin upper and lower single berths serves as flexible accommodation for crew or additional guests. Three heads total—master en-suite, guest head with shower, and a day head adjacent to the galley—ensure practical access throughout the vessel.

Teak and holly sole flooring, teak varnished cabinetry, and teak window blinds establish a warm, traditional aesthetic consistent with DeFever's craftsmanship philosophy. Five Marine Air conditioners and an InterVac central vacuum system (with two outlets and sufficient hose for full coverage) reflect owner investment in livability and maintenance efficiency.

Galley & Provisioning

The galley emphasizes self-sufficiency for extended cruising. Granite counters, a stainless steel dishwasher, stainless garbage compactor, four under-counter refrige

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Step aboard "Flyin' Low," this magnificent One-owner DeFever 56, built with exquisite craftsmanship. The high bow, Portuguese bridge, and classic lines are characteristic DeFever elements, recognized worldwide. The three-cabin layout features a mid-cabin master with a king-size berth and ensuite, a V. I. P. cabin (fwd) with an island queen, a third guest cabin bunk room to the port with a shared head with full shower and washer/dryer in the hall. Newly installed Timezore PC based Nav with dual displays at both upper and lower helms. Also included is satellite TV, Starlink, and a 2022 Highfield 12ft RIB center console dinghy with a 25hp Suzuki engine.  Equipped with twin Caterpillar C7 diesels (3050 hrs), and ready for adventure with everything you could ever want, and in immaculate condition. GALLEY Granite counters stainless dishwasher stainless garbage compactor Four under-counter refrigerator drawers  Two Sub-Zero freezer drawers  Freezer in Lazerette  stainless steel microwave Force-Ten three-burner propane stove and oven Stainless steel double sink w/garbage disposal U-Line ice maker under the bar Wine cooler on the STBD pilothouse Teak cabinetry above and below counters Teak and holly sole LED ceiling lights Exhaust fanSALON Teak and holly sole 4 - large removable hatches to the engine room Teak varnished double doors to aft deck with w/windows Stand-alone couch and two lounge chairs Custom teak dinette with leaflets LED ceiling lights flat-screen television Teak window blinds InterVac central vacuum system (2 outlets with enough hose to reach all corners) HEADS Master cabin en-suite head with shower stall Guest head with a shower stall Day head on stbd side adjacent to the galley.  Vac-U-Flush toilets (3) Granite counters Built-in medicine cabinets Fans in all heads  Wall storage units Stainless opening ports Teak and holly sole Vent exhaust fans LED ceiling lightsMASTER STATEROOM King-size walk-around berth, athwartships w/custom mattress Large teak drawers under the berth Teak and holly sole Built-in teak night tables/drawers LED ceiling lights Stainless opening ports Large walk-in closet En-suite head with a shower stall Floor-to-ceiling linen closet in the head flat screen TVV. I. P. STATEROOM (fwd) Queen-size walk-around berth Well-designed "step-up" for easy access on each side of the berth 6' teak book shelves port and starboard Built-in dresser with drawers under the bed Teak hanging lockers port and starboard Teak and holly sole Stainless opening ports Opening deck hatch with teak-framed screening LED spot reading lights LED ceiling lights stackable washer and dryer installed on portside just outside the bunk roomMID SHIP GUEST STATEROOM Twin upper and lower single berths Teak and holly sole Stainless opening ports Teak chest with drawers LED ceiling lights LED spot reading lightsPILOTHOUSE 2- leather helm seats Teak L-shaped settee 10' length Trim Tabes controls  Teak table at the settee Storage under the settee, behind the settee, and under the helm dash area Teak stairs with handrails leading to the flybridge Built-in teak angled instrument console Bow thruster control 2- Timezero multi-function displays with radar Caterpillar engine display panels (2) Port and starboard pilothouse doors Windlass controls 240/120 volt AC electrical panels 24-volt DC electrical panels 12-volt electrical panels Teak and holly sole Teak steering wheelFLYBRIDGE 2- leather helm seats FRP hardtop Trim tab controls Strata-glass replaced two years ago Wet bar with sink and stainless steel propane BBQ Bridge AC/DC refrigerator Molded L-shaped settee with cushions Teak table on fixed pedestal Molded FRP instrument console Bow thruster control 2 EPIRBS Caterpillar engine display panels (2) Steelhead 1000lb hydraulic davit Two year oldHighfield 13'8" RIB center console dinghy w/Suzuki 25hp outboard life raft Ritchie compass Flybridge access from cockpit ladder and pilothouse teak steps Stainless 1 1/4" guard/handrails on boat deckENGINE ROOM Twin Caterpillar C7 diesel engines Model 7CPXM07.2HR2 (3000 hrs) ZF transmissions Model 285A Flexible engine mounts New PYI shaft seals Dual Racor assemblies for each engine 2- Westerbeke generators (15kw and 7.6kw) in sound shields.  Racor fuel filters for each generator Heavy-duty stainless engine beds on full-length stringers Revso oil exchanger system Bronze seacocks Bronze seawater strainers FRP sea chest Fuel supply/return manifold system 4 - black iron epoxy-coated fuel tanks, 1,320 gallons Max-Q water maker  120-volt ceiling lights  24-volt DC ceiling lights Teak grating in between engines 3 - automatic bilge pumps Engine room blowers 20-gallon hot water heater with engine heat exchanger Victron Multiplus 5000 24 volt inverter/charger (new 2022) Mastervolts 24 volt, 24/60-3 battery charger Victron12 12-volt, 40-amp battery chargerHULL, DECK, EXTERIOR, ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT Solid hand-laminated fiberglass hull Molded contrasting non-skid deck Heavy-duty stainless double anchor roller 2 Anchor windlass Lewmar Delt 110lb, main Anchor Delta Claw 66lb second anchor. 60/40 divided anchor locker Yacht Controller  Teak varnished cap rail Portuguese bridge with vented lockers Forward deck molded FRP bench seat with cushions and table Heavy-duty transom door 2 - bulwark opening doors 2 - Portuguese bridge bulwark opening doors Forward power cable Extensive hand and power tools Fiberglass swim platform. Stainless swim platform ladder Two folding bikes Stainless 1 1/4" bow pulpit/railing Stainless rudders Stainless shafts Pilothouse window covers Aft deck Glendinning shore power cable master Lazzerette deck hatch in cockpit Pilothouse windshield wipers Hot/cold transom shower system Vac-U-Flush toilets (3) 5 - Marine air conditioners

2007 DeFever 56 Motor Yacht for Sale – Anacortes, Washington
Overview
The 2007 DeFever 56, *Flyin' Low*, represents the pinnacle of classic trawler -yacht design built by DeFever Shipyards, a builder renowned for ocean-capable motor yachts with exceptional craftsmanship and timeless proportions. At 60 feet in length with an 18-foot beam and 6-foot draft, this one-owner vessel combines the distinctive high bow, Portuguese bridge, and graceful lines characteristic of DeFever's heritage with modern navigation systems and comprehensive cruising amenities. Twin Caterpillar C7 diesel engines deliver reliable, efficient propulsion at economical cruising speeds, while a three-cabin layout, dual helm stations, and fully equipped galley make extended offshore and coastal passages entirely self-sufficient. Located in Anacortes, Washington, this motor yacht is presented with recent upgrades to navigation, entertainment, and power management systems, plus a substantial included tender package.
Hull Design and Exterior Configuration
The DeFever 56's solid hand-laminated fiberglass hull is engineered for blue-water capability, with a full keel design and protected running gear that support extended cruising in variable sea states. The high bow sheds water effectively and provides reserve buoyancy forward, while the Portuguese bridge—a signature DeFever feature—creates protected outdoor deck space with vented lockers that allow air circulation while shielding the pilothouse from weather. The molded, contrasting non-skid deck provides secure footing throughout, and the cap rail is hand-varnished teak, adding both structural protection and aesthetic warmth. Deck equipment reflects serious cruising priorities. Heavy-duty stainless double anchor roller, dual Lewmar windlass systems, and two anchors (a 110-pound Delta main and 66-pound Delta Claw secondary) ensure reliable anchoring in diverse holding conditions. The 60/40 divided anchor locker keeps ground tackle organized and accessible. Two Portuguese bridge bulwark opening doors and two additional bulwark doors provide multiple access points to the side decks, while a heavy-duty transom door with stainless swim platform ladder facilitates water activities and dinghy boarding. A fiberglass swim platform extends the transom, and a hot/cold transom shower system supports rinsing and cleanup after swimming or diving operations. Forward deck features a molded fiberglass bench seat with cushions and table, creating a comfortable observation and relaxation area while underway or anchored. Stainless 1¼-inch bow pulpit and railing, stainless rudders, and stainless shafts provide corrosion resistance in saltwater service. Extensive hand and power tools are included, supporting owners who maintain their own systems.
Helm Stations and Navigation Electronics
The DeFever 56 features dual helm stations—a lower pilothouse helm and an upper flybridge helm—allowing single-operator control from either location depending on weather, sea conditions, and preference. The newly installed Timezero PC-based navigation system with dual multifunction displays at both stations represents a significant modern upgrade, providing chart plotting, radar integration, and route management across the vessel's entire operating range. Timezero's intuitive interface and compatibility with standard marine charting databases make passage planning and navigation straightforward for both experienced and occasional operators. The lower pilothouse helm includes a built-in teak angled instrument console, two leather helm seats, and full visibility through large windows with removable covers for protection when moored. Trim tab controls, bow thruster control, windlass controls, and engine management panels are logically arranged within reach. The Caterpillar engine display panels provide real-time monitoring of each diesel's temperature, pressure, and fuel consumption, essential for long-distance cruising where fuel efficiency and engine health tracking are critical. The upper flybridge helm mirrors the lower station with two leather helm seats, trim tab controls, bow thruster control, and dual Caterpillar engine display panels. A molded fiberglass instrument console houses navigation and engine readouts, while a Ritchie compass provides traditional backup navigation. The FRP hardtop with Strata-glass (replaced two years ago) shields the helm from sun and rain, and a wet bar with sink and stainless steel propane barbecue create a comfortable entertaining and cruising platform. An AC/DC refrigerator keeps beverages and provisions cool, and a molded L-shaped settee with cushions and fixed teak table provide comfortable seating for guests while the vessel is underway or anchored. Both helm stations include 240/120-volt AC and 24-volt DC electrical panels, enabling independent operation and redundancy in power management. Two EPIRB units mounted on the flybridge ensure emergency communication capability.
Power and Propulsion
Twin Caterpillar C7 diesel engines (Model 7CPXM07.2HR2) with approximately 3,000 hours of service drive the DeFever 56 at a comfortable 10-knot cruising speed, balancing fuel economy with passage-making capability. The C7 is a proven mid-range marine diesel known for reliability, torque delivery, and long service life in professional and private yacht applications. ZF Model 285A transmissions provide smooth, responsive gear engagement and efficient power transfer to the propellers. Flexible engine mounts isolate vibration from the hull structure, reducing noise and fatigue on the vessel and crew during extended running. Heavy-duty stainless engine beds mounted on full-length stringers distribute loads evenly and prevent structural stress. New PYI shaft seals protect the stern tube from water intrusion, while stainless shafts and rudders resist corrosion in saltwater service. Fuel capacity of 1,320 gallons distributed across four black iron epoxy-coated tanks supports extended cruising range at economical speeds. Dual Racor fuel assemblies with individual filters for each engine ensure clean fuel delivery and protection against contamination. A fuel supply/return manifold system simplifies fuel management and monitoring. Water capacity of 400 gallons, supplemented by a Max-Q water maker installed in the engine room, provides fresh water independence for extended passages and anchorages. Two Westerbeke generators—a 15-kilowatt unit and a 7.6-kilowatt unit—both mounted in sound shields, provide 120-volt AC power for all hotel loads, including air conditioning, galley appliances, entertainment systems, and cabin amenities. Racor fuel filters dedicated to each generator protect against fuel contamination. A Victron Multiplus 5000 24-volt inverter/charger (installed in 2022) manages battery charging from shore power, generator, or engine alternators, while a Mastervolts 24-volt, 24/60-3 battery charger and Victron 12-volt, 40-amp battery charger provide redundant charging capability. This multi-stage power architecture ensures reliable electrical supply for navigation, propulsion, and comfort systems during cruising. A Revso oil exchanger system maintains optimal engine oil temperature, extending engine life and efficiency. Bronze seacocks and bronze seawater strainers resist corrosion and provide reliable isolation of through-hull systems. An FRP sea chest collects cooling water for both engines and generators, while three automatic bilge pumps and engine room blowers manage water removal and ventilation. A 20-gallon hot water heater with engine heat exchanger provides domestic hot water using waste heat from engine cooling, improving fuel efficiency.
Salon and Main Deck Living Space
The salon exemplifies the comfort and refinement expected in a long-range cruising motor yacht. Teak and holly sole flooring extends throughout, creating a warm, traditional aesthetic that requires periodic maintenance but ages beautifully. Four large removable hatches to the engine room allow ventilation and access for routine maintenance without requiring crew to enter the engine space from outside. A custom teak dinette with leaflets accommodates six to eight guests for meals or socializing, while a stand-alone couch and two lounge chairs provide flexible seating for relaxation and entertainment. Teak-varnished double doors with windows lead to the aft deck, framing views and facilitating movement between indoor and outdoor spaces. A flat-screen television, teak window blinds, and LED ceiling lights complete the salon ambiance. An InterVac central vacuum system with two outlets and sufficient hose to reach all corners simplifies housekeeping and maintains the vessel's interior condition.
Galley and Provisioning
The galley reflects serious cruising expectations, with a layout and equipment selection designed for preparing multiple meals daily while maintaining provisioning capacity for extended passages. Granite countertops resist staining and wear, while teak cabinetry above and below counters provides durable storage and visual continuity with the vessel's interior design language. A stainless steel double sink with garbage disposal, Force-Ten three-bur
Length
60 ft
Beam
18 ft'
Year
2007
Builder
DeFever
Model
56
Cabins
3

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