1998
Year
KELLY ARCHER
Builder
84' (25.6m)
Length
4
Cabins
Godspeed - 1998 84' KELLY ARCHER
Palm Beach Florida United States
$1,290,000 USD
Yacht for sale is a 1998 KELLY ARCHER 84' "Godspeed" Motorsailor in Palm Beach, Florida, USA.
A stunning blend of performance, comfort, and reliability, *Godspeed* is a proven offshore cruising yacht designed by Steve Dashew and built by Kelly Archer. With over 22,000 miles of cruising experience, this flagship of the Deerfoot line is perfectly equipped for long-distance sailing with ease, even by a small crew. *Godspeed*’s advanced design, including a strong aluminum hull and thoughtful upgrades, offers a solid foundation for serious adventures, whether ocean crossings or coastal exploration.
A stunning blend of performance, comfort, and reliability, *Godspeed* is a proven offshore cruising yacht designed by Steve Dashew and built by Kelly Archer. With over 22,000 miles of cruising experience, this flagship of the Deerfoot line is perfectly equipped for long-distance sailing with ease, even by a small crew. *Godspeed*’s advanced design, including a strong aluminum hull and thoughtful upgrades, offers a solid foundation for serious adventures, whether ocean crossings or coastal exploration.
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LENGTH
84'
BUILDER
KELLY ARCHER
ASKING PRICE
$1,290,000 USD
BUILT
1998
BEAM
17' 6"
DRAFT
N/A
MAX SPEED
21 Knots
CRUISING SPEED
10 Knots
CABINS
4
GROSS TONNAGE
0.00
DISPLACEMENT
80000 Lbs
LOCATION
Palm Beach, Florida, USA
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FULL SPECIFICATIONS
Performance & Design
- Engine: Rebuilt Yanmar 4LH_STE Turbo Diesel, 230 hp, direct drive
- Bow Thruster: Max Power R 300, 14 KW 24V
- Propeller: 3-Blade Bronze, Hundested Variable Pitch
- Sails: New mainsail (2023), Harken MK4 self-handling furlers
- Masts: Carbon fiber rigs, spares replaced in 2018
- Rigging: New standing rigging (2024), all running rigging replaced
- Winches: Primary & pit electric winches, electric winch port side forward
- Furler:Harken MK4 self-handling furlers
Comfort & Systems
- Shore Power: 50 & 30 amp service
- Water Capacity:2 fresh water tanks (200 gal), 1 holding tank (30 gal)
- Fuel Capacity: 2 tanks (1,300 liters total, Day Tank: 28 liters)
- HVAC: AC Handlers removed (ductwork intact, not replaced)
- Electronics: New BNG H5000, Furuno NavNet plotter, radar, autopilot, GPS, VHF, Starlink (2025), WiFi booster
- Refrigeration:22V unit failed in the Bahamas; new compressors needed
- Freshwater Systems: New water maker, black tank, hoses, and inverter (2024)
- New Canvas: 2024
Engine Room & Maintenance
- Generator: New Kohler generator
- Bow Thruster:* New retractable model
- Primary Systems: New fresh water pump (2025), new inverter (2024), washer/dryer combo onboard
- Teak Deck: Replaced with diamond plate teak in good condition
- Battery Bank: 28.8 kWh house bank located in the keel for stability
Notable Features & Upgrades
- Modernized Pilothouse: Panoramic windows for clear visibility
- Electric Winches: For ease of sail handling and efficiency
- Rebuilt Engine Room; Top-tier equipment with easy access
- New Standing Rigging (2024): Strong and reliable for long-distance voyages
Repairs & Maintenance
- 50 Amp Shore Power: Requires repair (modular and converter replacement) – estimated cost: $25,000
- Refrigeration: Compressors for 22V and 24V systems needed
- HVAC Handlers: Handlers removed but ductwork remains intact
Proven Bluewater Performance
With 'Godspeed',you’re getting more than just a yacht—you’re acquiring a renowned offshore passage-maker. Whether crossing the Atlantic or cruising the coast in luxury, this yacht offers unmatched performance and comfort. Her modern upgrades, coupled with her robust, well-maintained systems, make her a turn-key vessel ready for the next adventure.
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.
