About

A stunning blend of performance, comfort, and reliability, *Godspeed* is a proven offshore cruising yacht designed by Steve Dashew and built by Kelly Archer. With over 22,000 miles of cruising experience, this flagship of the Deerfoot line is perfectly equipped for long-distance sailing with ease, even by a small crew. *Godspeed*’s advanced design, including a strong aluminum hull and thoughtful upgrades, offers a solid foundation for serious adventures, whether ocean crossings or coastal exploration.

Specifications

Builder

KELLY ARCHER

YEAR

1998

LENGTH

84' (25.6m)

Beam

5.33m

Cabins

4

CRUISING SPEED

10 Knots Knots

Max speed

21 Knots Knots

Engines

Yanmar Turbo Diesel 230hp

HULL MATERIAL

Aluminum

Performance & Design

  • Engine: Rebuilt Yanmar 4LH_STE Turbo Diesel, 230 hp, direct drive 
  • Bow Thruster: Max Power R 300, 14 KW 24V  
  • Propeller: 3-Blade Bronze, Hundested Variable Pitch  
  • Sails: New mainsail (2023), Harken MK4 self-handling furlers  
  • Masts: Carbon fiber rigs, spares replaced in 2018  
  • Rigging: New standing rigging (2024), all running rigging replaced  
  • Winches: Primary & pit electric winches, electric winch port side forward  
  • Furler:Harken MK4 self-handling furlers

Comfort & Systems

  • Shore Power: 50 & 30 amp service  
  • Water Capacity:2 fresh water tanks (200 gal), 1 holding tank (30 gal)  
  • Fuel Capacity: 2 tanks (1,300 liters total, Day Tank: 28 liters)  
  • HVAC: AC Handlers removed (ductwork intact, not replaced)  
  • Electronics: New BNG H5000, Furuno NavNet plotter, radar, autopilot, GPS, VHF, Starlink (2025), WiFi booster  
  • Refrigeration:22V unit failed in the Bahamas; new compressors needed  
  • Freshwater Systems: New water maker, black tank, hoses, and inverter (2024)  
  • New Canvas: 2024

Engine Room & Maintenance

  • Generator:  New Kohler generator  
  • Bow Thruster:* New retractable model  
  • Primary Systems: New fresh water pump (2025), new inverter (2024), washer/dryer combo onboard  
  • Teak Deck: Replaced with diamond plate teak in good condition  
  • Battery Bank: 28.8 kWh house bank located in the keel for stability

Notable Features & Upgrades

  • Modernized Pilothouse: Panoramic windows for clear visibility  
  • Electric Winches: For ease of sail handling and efficiency  
  • Rebuilt Engine Room; Top-tier equipment with easy access  
  • New Standing Rigging (2024): Strong and reliable for long-distance voyages

Repairs & Maintenance

  • 50 Amp Shore Power: Requires repair (modular and converter replacement) – estimated cost: $25,000  
  • Refrigeration: Compressors for 22V and 24V systems needed  
  • HVAC Handlers: Handlers removed but ductwork remains intact

Proven Bluewater Performance

With ‘Godspeed’,you’re getting more than just a yacht—you’re acquiring a renowned offshore passage-maker. Whether crossing the Atlantic or cruising the coast in luxury, this yacht offers unmatched performance and comfort. Her modern upgrades, coupled with her robust, well-maintained systems, make her a turn-key vessel ready for the next adventure. 

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 his agents, or his 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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