1985 Chris-Craft 500 Constellation

General Description

1985 Chris-Craft Constellation 50 – $99,975

Location: League City, Texas

Broker: Burke Devereux – Little Yacht Sales

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Overview

The 1985 Chris-Craft Constellation 50 is a timeless classic—known for her solid fiberglass deep-V hull, sweeping lines, and expansive interior spaces. Powered by twin Detroit Diesel 6V92 turbo diesels and a 20kW Onan generator, this yacht is in above-average interior presentation for her age. Significant upgrades include granite countertops, hardwood flooring, LED lighting, and renewed interior furnishings.

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Accommodations

This three-stateroom, two-head layout provides exceptional comfort for extended cruising or living aboard:

• Forward Guest Cabin – Twin berths, hanging locker, drawer storage, enclosed head with shower and sink.

• Midship Cabin – Convertible settee/desk area with adjacent head and shower.

• Aft Master Stateroom – Queen berth, vanity, generous drawer storage.

• Salon – Domestic couches, coffee table, abundant storage, large windows.

• Galley – Granite countertops, Princess 3-burner electric stove with oven, Haier refrigerator/freezer, microwave, ample cabinetry.

• Laundry – Whirlpool washer/dryer in dedicated locker.

The bridge/wheelhouse features a helm station, wet bar, ice maker, and an aft seating area with rattan couches. The flybridge offers a bimini top, helm station, and guest seating.

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Interior Condition

• Granite counters in galley and heads

• Hardwood plank flooring

• LED lighting throughout

• Above-average woodwork and fabrics for vessel age

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Mechanical & Systems

• Main Engines: Twin Detroit Diesel 6V92 Turbo Diesels

• Transmission: Twin Disc hydraulics

• Generator: Onan 20kW diesel with sound shield (2,275 hrs)

• Air Conditioning: (4) self-contained marine A/C units with raw water cooling system

• Electrical: 100A shore power service, updated breakers, Pro Sport battery charger

• Plumbing: Hot/cold pressure water system, Rheem 30-gallon water heater, (2) VacuFlush heads

• Fuel Capacity: Approx. 600 gallons in four aluminum tanks

• Water Capacity: Aluminum tanks under aft berth

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Electronics & Navigation

• Garmin GPSMap Chartplotter

• Raytheon R21 radar

• Standard Horizon VHF radio

• ICOM VHF radio

• Datamarine depth sounder

• Danforth compasses (2)

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Deck & Exterior

• Solid fiberglass hull with flared bow

• FRP deck with molded-in non-skid

• Stainless steel bow rails, handrails, and cleats

• Nilsson/Maxwell 12V anchor windlass

• 65 lb plow anchor with chain and rode

• Dockside water connection

• Flybridge bimini top and Isinglass enclosure

• Fender racks with fenders included

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Safety Gear

• (6) Type II PFDs

• Orion flare kit

• (4) dry chemical extinguishers & (2) halon systems

• Lifesling overboard rescue system

• Remote-controlled searchlight

• Fixed dual air horns

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Observations: Cosmetic items including faded Isinglass, minor surface corrosion on mounts and pumps, exterior gel coat cleaning and polishing.

Notable Equipment Onboard

• Whirlpool washer/dryer

• U-Line ice maker

• GE Spacemaker microwave

• Princess 3-burner stove with oven

• Haier refrigerator/freezer

• Rheem 30-gallon water heater

• (3) windshield wipers

• Pro Sport battery charger

• Bennett trim tabs

• Dockside water connection

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Broker’s Remarks

This Chris-Craft Constellation 50 offers classic motoryacht styling, solid American craftsmanship, and the spaciousness of a floating condo. Her proven Detroit Diesel power, large-capacity generator, and multiple air conditioning units make her well-suited for Gulf Coast cruising or year-round liveaboard comfort.

Contact today to arrange a showing.

📞 Contact:

Burke Devereux – Little Yacht Sales

281-734-6625

[email protected]

Bluewater Yacht Sales is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Little Yacht Sales. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a particular vessel

This listing is courtesy of the MLS and may be centrally listed with another broker. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is not intended to convey representation of a particular vessel.