Altair 44' Gulfstar Widebody Year: 1987 Current Price: US $ 179,900 Currently Located In Manteo, NC Hull Material: Fiberglass Engine/Fuel Type: Twin Diesel Specs Builder: Gulfstar Designer: R. Lazzara Dimensions LOA: 44' Beam: 15 0" LWL: 39' 1" Maximum Draft: 3' 6" Displacement: 36,400 lbs. Bridge Clearance: 19 ft Engines Engine Brand: Caterpillar Engine(s) HP: 320 HP Engine Model: 3208T High Cruising Speed: 12 knots@2400 rpm Most Economical/8.5 knots @1500 rpm Maximum Speed: 16.5 knots @2800 rpm Generator 9 kw Northern Lights (new 2008) Tanks Fresh Water Tank: 200 gal. Fuel Tank: 400 gal. FRP Holding Tank: 30 gal. Vessel WalkthroughThis vessel is in exceptional condition and has been maintained to the highest standards. The port, or starboard wing doors enter the huge full beam aft deck air conditioned main salon which has a flat screen TV and a home theater system with a 5 disc cd/dvd player. There is a separate DC powered stereo which also serves the galley area. The salon is furnished with a Flexsteel two cushion reclining couch upholstered in Ultraleather, and two matching Flexsteel recliners. The salon has sliding windows, a sliding glass door to the aft deck, and an opening door which leads to the flybridge. Down 4 steps from the main salon is the galley and dining area, which is surrounded by windows. Forward of the galley level, down 3 steps is the utility room with separate Asko front-loading washer and dryer. This area also contains additional storage, a separate access door to the engine room, an access door to the guest stateroom, and an access door to the guest head. The forward guest stateroom has a centerline double bed, hanging locker, and an additional access door to the head. "Altair" has a huge amount of storage, a very large engine room, and multiple social areas with excellent ambient lighting. Galley The Gulfstar 44 has an exceptionally large galley for a vessel of this size. The food preparation area occupies the port side while the starboard side has a solid teak dining table with chairs and a settee which can accomodate 6 guests for formal dining. The chef and guests can also enjoy a flat screen TV in this area. Master Stateroom The master stateroom is huge, richly finished in teak with a centerline queen bed. The port side has two full length hanging closets. The starboard side has a flat screen TV and numerous drawers, and storage. Also to starboard is a seating area with a custom designed vanity and storage drawer. The master stateroom head contains a Vacuflush toilet system, and large stall shower with an overhead deck hatch. VIP Stateroom - Forward The very private forward guest stateroom contains a centerline full berth, private access to the guest head, which contains a Vacuflush toilet system, a dedicated shower area, and an additional access door from the lower level utility area. Forward and Side Decks The deck area allows for safe side deck access to the main salon wing doors, and to a large foredeck, which contains the Ideal anchor windless, and stainless steel fender holders housing fenders with custom Sunbella covers. Anchors and a boarding ladder are located here. Aft Deck The deck aft of the main salon has a ladder down to the swim platform, and is perfect for line handling and for sitting under the shade of the boat deck overhead. Electrical The electrical system is energized by shore power with an electric Glendinning cord retrieval system, or the 12 volt battery banks with engine alternators, and a new battery charger and monitoring system. All electrical needs are channeled through a commercial grade breaker panel located in the aft galley bulkhead. 2 8D batteries are used for house service 1 8D battery dedicated to engine starting Battery selector switch New battery charger in 2009 Engine Room The engine room is large, clean, and easily accessed through a walk-through door located in the utility area. All systems are easily serviced, and additional storage is abundant. The Caterpillar 3208T engines run to spec's, and the (new in 2008) 9 kw Northern Lights generator, which is enclosed in a sound shield is very quiet. All the fuel filter housings have been changed to Racors to make filter changes easier. Flybridge The flybridge is where the helmchair, aft and side bench seating, and lounging pad are located. The full Stamoid enclosure includes forward clear panels made from polycarbonate for optical clarity. The extended "eyebrow" enclosure offer comfortable protection from the elements. Instruments include: Large Compass 48 Mile Furuno radar with 6ft open array New VHF radio on bridge with remote located in galley Furuno GPS Robertson Autopilot Loud hailer Stereo with ipod input and speakers Windshield wiper Other Features The Gulfstar Widebody replaced the original 44 motoryacht in 1986, and enjoyed a production run until Gulfstar was sold in 1988. Only 25 hulls of this refined design were produced, and are the most sought after model Gulfstar produced due to her expanded main salon, and other refinements to include the radar arch, and redesigned flybridge. Altair was built to display in boat shows to help promote the model and as such was outfitted with all the options available. She was originally sold at the Annapolis boat show. Her current owner is only the second to enjoy this fine yacht.