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1985 Jefferson 48' (14.63 m) 48 Cockpit Motoryacht
Columbus, Mississippi, United States
Delta Bliues
Great Loop veteran Delta Blues is a 1985 Jefferson 48 Cockpit Motor Yacht with three staterooms, two heads, twin Perkins diesels, a lower helm, walkaround decks, lithium batteries, 1,305 watts of solar, and an included center-console tender. Located in Columbus, Mississippi.
- Aft Cabin / Motor Yachts
- Power
- Used
- Diesel
- Fiberglass Hull
- HIN/IMO: KYS481221485
| FEATURES: |
|---|
| Great Loop Veteran |
| Wide Walk Around Decks |
| Lower Helm |
| Solar and Lithium |
| Tender and Extras Included |
| Notable Upgrades: New Raymarine autopilot — January 2026 New Raymarine depth finder New Strataglass enclosure with screens New forward-stateroom windows New teak in forward stateroom New 185-gallon plastic freshwater tank Starboard Velvet Drive transmission rebuilt — 2023 Starboard camshaft replaced — 2024 Two 470Ah LiFePO4 house batteries — 2022 Three 435-watt LG solar panels Four Group 27 batteries — 2024 Generator battery replaced — 2023 Complete bottom job — 2023 Spare set of propellers included |
| Tenders: 2019 West Marine RIB 310 Center Console with a 15HP Mercury Outboard. |
Description
There are boats that simply get you from one destination to another, and then there are boats that become part of the adventure. Delta Blues is firmly in the second category.
Looking for a boat with personality?
Meet Delta Blues.
She has already completed America's Great Loop. Along the way she proved exactly why Jefferson Cockpit Motor Yachts continue to have such a loyal following. Comfortable enough to live aboard for months at a time, practical enough to anchor out for extended cruising, and thoughtfully designed with features many modern boats simply don't offer.
Powered by dependable twin 210 HP Perkins 6.354 turbocharged diesel engines, Delta Blues cruises comfortably around 10 knots at 1,600-1,800 RPM, providing the fuel efficiency and reliability long-distance cruisers appreciate. Her full-length keel helps protect the running gear while improving directional stability, and the walkaround side decks make line handling and locking easy for a cruising couple.
One of the first things you'll notice aboard is just how much usable space Jefferson packed into this design. With three private staterooms, two heads, a spacious salon, lower helm, generous galley, stand-up engine room, expansive lazarette, cockpit, and flybridge, this yacht feels substantially larger than her 48-foot length suggests. Whether you're cruising with grandchildren, another couple, or simply enjoying the extra room as liveaboards, everyone has their own space to relax.
Delta Blues is equally comfortable away from the dock. Her impressive off-grid capability includes a 940Ah LiFePO4 lithium house battery bank, over 1,300 watts of LG solar panels, and a 2800-watt inverter/charger, allowing extended time on the hook while dramatically reducing generator run time.
Speaking of anchoring, this boat was built for it. She carries a 45 lb CQR primary anchor, 20 lb Bruce secondary anchor, stern anchor, and 250 feet of anchor chain, giving owners confidence whether tucked into a quiet cove or spending weeks exploring remote anchorages.
The current owners have continued investing in Delta Blues with numerous upgrades including a new Raymarine autopilot (2026), new Raymarine depth finder, new Strataglass enclosure with screens, new forward stateroom windows, new teak in the forward stateroom, new 185-gallon freshwater tank, starboard Velvet Drive transmission rebuild (2023), starboard camshaft replacement (2024), new generator battery, and much more.
The electrical system has also been thoughtfully modernized with lithium batteries, solar charging, updated inverter equipment, and newer starting batteries—exactly the upgrades today's Loopers are searching for.
Docking is made easier thanks to her cockpit design, walkaround decks, lower helm, and excellent visibility. The stand-up engine room provides exceptional service access, while abundant storage throughout the vessel makes provisioning for long cruises simple.
Included with the sale is a 2019 West Marine RIB 310 center console tender powered by a 15 HP Mercury outboard, plus an E-bike with a new battery, allowing you to easily explore every harbor, town, and waterfront destination along your journey.
If your cruising dreams include the Great Loop, extended coastal cruising, or simply living comfortably aboard at your favorite marina, Delta Blues delivers the combination of character, capability, efficiency, and comfort that is becoming increasingly difficult to find.
Some boats have horsepower.
Some boats have luxury.
Delta Blues has personality
Great Loop Veteran
Twin Perkins Diesels
Three Stateroom Layout
Two Heads
Cockpit Motor Yacht
Lower Helm
Walkaround Decks
Stand-Up Engine Room
Full Keel
940Ah Lithium Battery Bank
1,305W Solar
2800W Inverter
New Raymarine Autopilot
New Strataglass
Transmission Rebuilt
New Fresh Water Tank
Included Tender
Included E-bike
Spare Props Included
Excellent Liveaboard
Family-Friendly Cruising Yacht
Murray Yacht Sales is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Great Loop 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
Specifications
HIN/IMO: KYS481221485
Official Number: 1069594
LOA: 48' (14.63 Meters)
Type: Power- Used
Year: 1985
Beam: 15' 2''
Draft Max: 4' 5''
Cabins: 3
Full Beam Master: Yes
Heads: 2
Maximum Speed: 12 Knots
Cruise Speed: 10 Knots
Fuel Type: Diesel
Hull Material: Fiberglass
Hull Shape: Modified Vee
Air Conditioning: Yes
Tower: No
Bridge Clearance: 18' 8''
Fuel Tank: 400 Gallons (1514.16 Liters)
Fresh Water: 185 Gallons (700.3 Liters)
Holding Tank: 50 Gallons (189.27 Liters)
Displacement: 46000 lbs
Tender HIN: WMPWA003D919
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Engines
Engine 1
- Engine Make: Perkins
- Engine Model: 6 354.4
- Engine Year: 1985
- Engine Type: Inboard
- Drive Type: Direct
- Power HP: 220.00
- Power KW: 164.05
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Hours: 6473.00
- Serial Number: TU30066U570336F
- Engine Location: Port
Engine 2
- Engine Make: Perkins
- Engine Model: 6 354.4
- Engine Year: 1985
- Engine Type: Inboard
- Drive Type: Direct
- Power HP: 220.00
- Power KW: 164.05
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Hours: 6470.00
- Serial Number: TU33203U713912L
- Engine Location: Starboard
Generators
Generator 1
- Generator Make: Westerbeke
- Generator KW: 12.00
- Generator Hours: 2206
Full Details
1985 Jefferson 48 Cockpit Motoryacht - Walkthrough
Boarding is easy via the spacious cockpit, swim platform, or walkaround side decks. Wide side decks with sturdy handrails lead safely forward to the bow, making docking and locking comfortable for a cruising couple.
The cockpit provides excellent access to the lazarette and engine room while serving as a fantastic outdoor entertaining space.
Entering the salon, you'll find a bright, open living area featuring warm teak joinery, large windows, abundant seating, and excellent visibility. Forward to port is the well-equipped galley, while the lower helm station provides comfortable all-weather operation.
Forward accommodations include a guest stateroom, additional guest cabin, and forward head. The full-beam aft owner's suite features abundant storage and private access to the aft head.
Above, the spacious flybridge offers outstanding visibility, generous seating, and a full helm station protected by newer Strataglass enclosure panels.
1985 Jefferson 48 Cockpit Motoryacht - Accommodations
- Three private staterooms
- Two heads
- Private aft owner's suite
- Forward guest stateroom
- Additional guest cabin
- Excellent storage throughout
- New forward stateroom windows
- New teak flooring in forward stateroom
- Forward head with raw water flush
- Aft head with freshwater flush
1985 Jefferson 48 Cockpit Motoryacht - Salon
- Spacious open salon
- Beautiful teak interior
- Large windows providing abundant natural light
- Lower helm station
- Comfortable seating
- Excellent storage
- Easy flow into galley and accommodations
1985 Jefferson 48 Cockpit Motoryacht - Galley
- Port side galley
- Three-burner electric cooktop
- Microwave
- Stainless sink
- Refrigerator
- Abundant storage
- Convenient for extended cruising and liveaboard life
1985 Jefferson 48 Cockpit Motoryacht - Mechanical
- Twin Perkins 6.354 Turbo Diesel engines
- 210 HP each
- Port Engine: 6,473 hours
- Starboard Engine: 6,470 hours
- Cruise approximately 10 knots
- Comfortable cruising RPM: 1,600–1,800
- Full keel protects running gear
- Stand-up engine room
- Velvet Drive transmissions
- Starboard transmission rebuilt (2023)
- Starboard camshaft replaced (2024)
- Spare propellers included
- Westerbeke 12kW generator
- Generator Hours: 2,206
1985 Jefferson 48 Cockpit Motoryacht - Electrical
- 940Ah LiFePO4 lithium battery bank (2 x 470Ah)
- 2800W inverter/charger
- Three 435W LG solar panels (1,305 watts total)
- Four Group 27 starting batteries (2024)
- New generator battery (2023)
- Shore power
- Battery monitoring
- AC/DC electrical panels
1985 Jefferson 48 Cockpit Motoryacht - Electronics
- New Raymarine Autopilot (2026)
- New Raymarine Depth Finder
- Datamarine depth sounder
- AIS Transmit & Receive
- Standard Horizon VHF (upper helm)
- President VHF (lower helm)
1985 Jefferson 48 Cockpit Motoryacht - Deck Equipment
- Walkaround side decks
- Cockpit
- Flybridge with enclosure
- New Strataglass with screens
- 45 lb CQR primary anchor
- 20 lb Bruce secondary anchor
- Stern anchor
- 250' anchor chain
- Windlass
- Swim platform
- Bridge Clearance: 18.8 feet
Tankage:
Fuel
- Two steel tanks
- 400 gallons total
Water
- New 185-gallon plastic tank
Holding
- 55 gallons
1985 Jefferson 48 Cockpit Motoryacht - Safety
- Full keel protection
- Wide walkaround decks
- Stainless railings
- Bilge pumps
- Navigation lights
- Horn
- Fire extinguishers
- Coast Guard safety equipment
2019 West Marine RIB 310- Tender and E-Bike
- 2019 West Marine RIB 310 Center Console
- 15 HP Mercury Four Stroke
- Jetson E-bike
Mechanical Disclaimer
Engine and generator hours are as of the date of the original listing and are a representation of what the listing broker is told by the owner and/or actual reading of the engine hour meters. The broker cannot guarantee the true hours. It is the responsibility of the purchaser and/or his agent to verify engine hours, warranties implied or otherwise and major overhauls as well as all other representations noted on the listing brochure.
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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