Presented by
David Bourbeau
1988 Ocean Yachts 55' (16.76 m)
Harrison Township, Michigan, United States
Seclusion
Current owner has owned this yacht for the past 30 years ! Fresh was use only !!!
- Convertible Boats / Sport Fishing
- Power
- Used
- Diesel
- Fiberglass Hull
- HIN/IMO: XYU13855B888
Description
Here’s an in-depth overview of the 1988 Ocean Yachts 55 Super Sport (55 SS):
🛥️ General Profile & Styling
- Type: 55′8″ mid‑50s sportfisher/convertible from Ocean Yachts' popular Super Sport line, built between 1981–1990
- Hull: Modified‑V fiberglass hull with sleek yet aggressive lines—unbroken sheer, long foredeck, flybridge update in 1986 with solid windshield and black mask
- Cockpit: Tournament‑class cockpit, ideal for serious fishing or casual cruising.
⚙️ Performance & Power
- Engines: Twin Detroit Diesel 8V‑92s at 735 hp each (1,500 hp total); top speed ~30–31 knots, cruise ~26–27 knots
- Fuel & Water Capacity: Massive fuel tank ~1,000 gal (3,785 L) and freshwater ~200 gal (757 L)
- Draft/Beam: About 4′4″ draft and 16′4″ beam (4.98 m × 4.98 m)
🏠 Layout & Accommodations
- Below Decks: Three staterooms and two heads (bow master w/en‑suite, plus two guest cabins)
- Salon/Galley: Spacious salon with L‑sofa, dinette, wet bar; galley, includes electric stove, microwave/convection oven, fridge/freezer
- Comforts: A/C, central vacuum, generous storage.
🎣 Deck & Flybridge Features
- Flybridge: Hardtop with overhead hatch, three‑side EZ2CY enclosure, updated ladder/davit etc
- Cockpit: Teak sole, covering boards, transom gate/door, rod outlets, livewell, chill plates and bait station standard on many models
- Gear: Ideal Windlass, Marquipt davit, cockpit engine controls.
🔌 Systems & Electronics
- Generator: Westerbeke ~15 kW; freshwater/cooled,
- Electronics: Radar, GPS/chartplotter, autopilot, VHF, sounder, stereo –
- Electrical: 50A shore power, cables, battery chargers, hydraulic steering, synchronizer, Racor filters
📏 Specifications at a Glance
SpecDetailLOA55′8″ (16.76 m)Beam16′4″ (4.98 m)Draft4′4″ (≈1.3 m)Displacement~58,000 lbFuel/Water1,000 gal / 200 galEnginesTwin Detroit 8V-92 diesels, ~750 hp ea.Staterooms3Heads3
💡 Variant Notes
- Freshwater Great Lakes examples often show lower engine hours and more cruising than fishing .
✅ Summary
The 1988 Ocean 55 SS is a high-performance, stylish sportfisher with full cruising comforts—powerful twin diesels, tournament-style build, and spacious accommodations. It's known for blending sleek looks and speed with practical fishing and cruising layout. Over 170 were built, making it a popular and well-supported model . If you're into offshore fishing or long-range cruising with creature comforts, it offers a sweet middle ground.
Specifications
HIN/IMO: XYU13855B888
LOA: 55' 8'' (16.97 Meters)
Type: Power- Used
Year: 1988
Beam: 16' 4''
Draft Max: 4' 4''
Draft Min: 4' 4''
Cabins: 3
Sleeps: 6
Single Berths: 1
Double Berths: 2
Queen Berths: 1
Full Beam Master: Yes
Heads: 2
Maximum Speed: 31 Knots
Cruise Speed: 27 Knots
Fuel Type: Diesel
Hull Material: Fiberglass
Air Conditioning: Yes
Tower: No
Fuel Tank: 1000 Gallons (3785.41 Liters)
Fresh Water: 200 Gallons (757.08 Liters)
Holding Tank: 100 Gallons (378.54 Liters)
Dry Weight: 58000
Designer: D. Marten
Builder: Ocean Yachts
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Engines
Engine 1
- Engine Make: Detroit Diesel
- Engine Model: 8V92
- Engine Year: 1988
- Engine Type: Inboard
- Drive Type: Direct
- Power HP: 750.00
- Power KW: 559.27
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Hours: 2200.00
- Engine Location: Port
Engine 2
- Engine Make: Detroit Diesel
- Engine Model: 8V92
- Engine Year: 1988
- Engine Type: Inboard
- Drive Type: Direct
- Power HP: 750.00
- Power KW: 559.27
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Hours: 2200.00
Generators
Generator 1
- Generator Make: Westerbeke
- Generator KW: 15.00
- Generator Hours: 2600
Full Details
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Contact Us
South River Marine
30099 South River Road
Harrison Township MI 48045 USA
Phone: 1-586-783-6600
Fax: 1-586-783-9818
Email: dave@southrivermarine.com
Website: https://www.southrivermarine.com
South River Marine has been located on the Clinton River for over 20 years. We have over 100 years of combined experience in the brokerage industry and are committed to offering the public a list of quality yachts and boats for sale.
David Bourbeau
Yacht Broker
30099 South River Road
Harrison Township MI 48045 USA
Cell: 1-586-940-4341
Email: dave@southrivermarine.com
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