1983 Morgan 454
Sodus Point, NY
Designed by the Nelson/Marek team, this 1983 Morgan 45/4 is a 45-foot fiberglass cruising sloop that has spent her entire life in fresh water. She is powered by a Universal 5432 diesel engine with only 926 hours and features a recently updated sail inventory, including a new mainsail and a two-year-old 150% genoa. An insurance survey is available and will be shared with qualified buyers.
Specifications
Key Features
- Fresh water use throughout her life
- Universal 5432 diesel with only 926 engine hours
- New mainsail in current sail inventory
- 150% genoa — two years old
- Quick electric windlass and autopilot on deck
- Chainplates and hatches rebedded; bulkheads tabbed into hull
- Enormous aft cabin with queen-sized berth
- Insurance survey available for qualified buyers
Description
Designed by the renowned Nelson/Marek team, this 1983 Morgan 454 delivers an impressive combination of sailing performance, cruising comfort, and timeless styling. Located in Sodus Point, NY, this vessel has spent her life in fresh water and has benefited from knowledgeable ownership and continual maintenance updates.
**Appearance & Design**
Her striking appearance begins with a beautifully painted Celeste sea foam hull accented by a classic red boot stripe. The sleek lines and balanced proportions of the Nelson/Marek design offer both capable sailing characteristics and spacious accommodations for extended cruising.
**Propulsion & Deck Equipment**
Powered by a dependable Universal 5432 diesel engine with only 926 hours, this Morgan 45/4 offers confidence and reliability under power. On deck, she is equipped for comfortable cruising with:
– Quick electric windlass
– Autopilot
– New mainsail
– 150% genoa (two years old)
**Maintenance & Documentation**
The current owners have addressed several important maintenance items, including:
– Rebedding the chainplates and hatches
– Tabbing the bulkheads into the hull
An insurance survey is available and will be shared with qualified buyers.
**Interior & Accommodations**
Below deck, the spacious interior provides the comfort expected from a quality cruising yacht of this size. A standout feature is the enormous aft cabin, which offers a queen-sized berth, exceptional storage, and excellent privacy for owners or guests.
Additional interior amenities include:
– Air conditioning
– Hot water heater
– Television
– CNG stove
– Separate enclosed shower room
**Summary**
Whether your plans include Great Lakes cruising, coastal passages, or extended adventures, this Morgan 45/4 offers a proven design, thoughtful upgrades, and classic sailing character. Freshwater examples with this level of care and documentation are increasingly rare. Shown by appointment in Sodus Point, NY.
Additional Details
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.
Upgrades & Maintenance
- Rebedding of chainplates and hatches
- Tabbing of bulkheads into the hull
- New mainsail
- New 150% genoa (two years old)
Accommodations
The Morgan 454 features an enormous aft cabin with a queen-sized berth, exceptional storage, and strong privacy for owners or guests.
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