1980 Lindsay Trawler “DANG ME”
32 Passenger USCG COI Commercial Charter Vessel
St. Thomas, USVI | Asking $349,000

Located at Independent Boatyard in St. Thomas, USVI, this 32 passenger USCG inspected commercial vessel presents a strong opportunity for charter operators, water taxi services, eco tours, dive excursions, or business buyers looking for a commercial marine asset with potential tax advantages.

The vessel has been laid up and stored ashore for approximately one year and is ready for recommissioning and a new operator. Surveyed in September 2024 and rated “Above Average Condition,” this commercial trawler style vessel offers a solid platform with commercial pedigree and Coast Guard certification history.

Powered by a single Cummins 355HP diesel with reportedly low hours under 500 since replacement/rebuild according to ownership, this vessel was designed for dependable near coastal commercial service throughout the Virgin Islands and Caribbean waters.

The current asking price has been reduced to $349,000, aligning closely with the recent surveyed market valuation of $350,000.

Highlights

• 32 Passenger USCG COI Vessel
• Commercial charter platform
• Located in St. Thomas, USVI
• Hauled and stored at Independent Boatyard
• Cummins 355HP diesel engine
• ZF 280 transmission
• Fiberglass semi displacement hull
• Approx. 37’ LOA
• 13’6” beam
• Twin Garmin multifunction displays
• Twin Icom VHFs
• JL Audio stereo system
• Upper and lower helm stations
• Glendenning electronic controls
• Hydraulic steering
• EPIRB onboard
• Halon fire suppression system
• 35 Type I USCG life jackets onboard
• Excellent candidate for tour, ferry, snorkel, dive, or eco charter operations
• Potential business use and bonus depreciation opportunity for qualified buyers

Vessel Specifications

Year: 1980
Builder: Lindsay Trawler
Model: Commercial Passenger Vessel
Length: 37 ft
Beam: 13 ft 6 in
Draft: 3 ft 8 in
Hull Material: Fiberglass (FRP)
Hull Type: Semi Displacement
Fuel Capacity: 180 gallons
Fresh Water Capacity: 50 gallons
Gross Tons: 20
Net Tons: 13
Official Number: 617710
Location: St. Thomas, USVI

Mechanical and Electrical

The vessel is equipped with a single Cummins 6 cylinder 355HP diesel engine paired to a ZF 280 transmission with a 2.08:1 ratio.

Features include:
• Closed cooling system with heat exchanger
• Racor fuel filtration
• Dual helm electronic controls
• Hydraulic steering system
• Two Renology 2000W inverters
• 110V AC and 12V DC systems
• Aluminum fuel tank
• Seaflo freshwater pump system

Commercial Features

This vessel was purpose built around commercial passenger service and offers a practical layout for high traffic charter operations.

Features include:
• Spacious passenger deck areas
• Commercial Freeman deck hatches
• Large open aft deck
• Covered upper helm station
• Aluminum rails surrounding vessel
• Easy boarding layout
• Commercial safety equipment package
• Coast Guard inspected configuration

Survey Notes

The September 2024 marine survey identified the vessel as “well constructed, appointed and comfortable” and considered it “Fit for Its Intended Use.”

Several routine maintenance and recommissioning items were noted in the report, including:
• Undersized primary anchor
• Seized head discharge seacock
• Bilge alarm securing
• Bent skeg inspection
• Bottom paint touch up
• Minor hull repair area

This vessel is being marketed honestly as a laid up commercial vessel that will benefit from recommissioning and operational review before returning to active service.

Ideal Uses

• USVI or Caribbean day charters
• Snorkel and dive operations
• Water taxi service
• Eco tourism
• Private excursion company
• Crew transport
• Ferry support
• Commercial marine business expansion

Serious buyers looking for a Coast Guard inspected commercial vessel in the Caribbean understand how difficult and expensive it can be to replace a currently certificated platform. This vessel offers an opportunity to acquire an inspected commercial asset below replacement cost with significant upside potential.