Turn Me Loose - 2002 70' BUDDY DAVIS 70 sportfisherman
Wilmington North Carolina United States
$1,849,000 USD

“Turn Me Loose” is a classic 2002 Buddy Davis 70′ Sportfish — a true Carolina fishing machine with legendary performance and custom pedigree. Built by one of the most respected names in sportfishing yacht construction, this vessel embodies the timeless Davis design ethos: exceptional sea-keeping, effortless ride, and purposeful fishing capability that still turns heads on the water.

This vessel has been well maintained with above-average care and shows Better to Average condition for her age, reflecting thoughtful ownership and attention to systems, cosmetics, and electronics. She presents ready to fish or cruise, equipped with robust mechanicals and the space needed for extended offshore adventures.

Highlights include:

• Classic Carolina-flared hull with Davis sea-handling that’s ideal for bluewater sportfishing
• Full cockpit layout ready for tournament fishing or serious offshore fun
• Spacious interior with accommodations designed for comfort at sea
• Custom sportfisherman aesthetic and performance pedigree
• Strong support from the Davis enthusiast community — Turn Me Loose is recognized in sportfishing circles and social posts, illustrating her active life on the water.

Whether your goal is tournament fishing, offshore cruising, or capturing the essence of a true sportfish legend, Turn Me Loose represents a rare opportunity to own a 70-foot Buddy Davis that blends performance, tradition, and capability in one iconic package.

The vessel has four staterooms on board. The fore peak contained the
VIP guest stateroom with ensuite head, island queen-sized berth, upper storage cabinets on the outboard sides, a cedar-lined hanging locker, and small vanity. The guest staterooms had twinsized over/under bunk berths, with upper storage cabinets, and a cedar-lined hanging locker. All of the guest staterooms were equipped with individual air condition systems, TVs, and audio systems. The master stateroom contained a walk-around queen-sized berth with ensuite head. There were cedar and carpet lined hanging lockers on both the port and starboard sides with drawer storage to starboard. A desk was located in the forward, starboard corner of the stateroom as well. The stateroom was equipped with an individual air condition system, TV, and Crestron system to control most features. All staterooms had padded coverings on the ceilings and carpet on the decks. The guest staterooms had padded coverings on the walls, but the master stateroom had teak veneers present. Teak doors, trims, moldings, and veneers finished the staterooms.

There are three heads located in the cabin, two ensuite and one day head.
The day head was located on the port side while the ensuite heads were in the VIP and master staterooms. The master stateroom had matching his-and-hers heads with a shared shower in the middle. All heads were equipped with a toilet, fiberglass shower, vanity, granite countertop, sink, standard fixtures, and mirrored medicine cabinet. The heads had mirrored ceilings, wallpapered
walls, and tile on the decks. Teak doors, trims, moldings, and veneers finished the heads.

 Vevor Refrigerator Drawers (1 set)
 Vevor Freezer Drawers (1 set)
 GE Surface Range
 GE Microwave
 Fisher & Paykel Dishwashers (2)
 GE Garbage Disposal

 Cruise Air Systems (7)
 TV’s (4)
 GE Washer & Dryer
 Central Vacuum
 Crestron System
 ReQuest Digital Music System

 Aluminum Tower Frame w/ Buggy Top
 Fiberglass Buggy Top & Bridge Hardtop
 Isinglass Bridge Curtains
 Spreader Lights (3)
 Bridge Teak Helm Chairs (2)
 Bridge Seating w/ Cushions & Table
 Bridge Air Condition System
 Bridge Wet Bar w/ Sink & Chill Box
 Bridge Overhead Rod Storage
 Mezzanine w/ Seating, Head, Sink, Chest Freezer, Eskimo Ice Maker, & Dunnage
 Teak on Cockpit Washboard, Coamings, & Deck
 Cockpit Cover

1. Radar/GPS/Plotter/Sounder - Garmin - GPSmap 8622 - 2 units
2. Radar/GPS/Plotter/Sounder - Garmin - GPSmap 8617
3. GPS/Plotter/Sounder - Furuno - GP-1850WF
4. Sounder - Furuno - FCV-1200L
5. Auto Pilot - Garmin - GHC20
6. Multi-Gauge - Garmin - GMI20
7. VHF Radio - Standard Horizon - Matrix - 2 units
8. Compass - Ritchie - 6-inch
9. Compass - Ritchie - 3-inch
10. Spotlight - ACR - URP-102 - 2 units
11. Trim Tabs - Bennett
12. Stereo - Fusion

Fishing Gear:

1. Rupp Quadruple Spreader Outriggers
2. Miya Enoch 9HD Teaser Reels
3. Rod Holders
4. Electric Reel Outlets
5. Teak Fight Chair w/ Rocket Launcher & Foot Rest
6. Mezzanine Live Bait Well
7. Cockpit Deck Fish Boxes (2)
8. Transom Door & Live Well

Additional Hardware & Systems:

1. American Hydraulic Bow Thruster
2. Sea Recovery Water Maker
3. Alfa Laval Water Purifier System
4. Charles Isoboost Transformers (2)
5. Vanner 80A Battery Equalizers (2)
6. Cablemaster Systems (2)
7. Leeson Oil Change Pump
8. Starlink System
9. Camera System

The cockpit was a large open area with fishing amenities installed. A teak
fight chair was located in the center of the deck. Rod holders were mounted in the port and starboard side washboards. A transom fish box, transom door, and two cockpit deck fish boxes were present in the cockpit as well. A mezzanine was installed in the forward section of the cockpit. The port side had an enclosed day head in the upper section with a sink on the lower section. The mezzanine also had seating on the starboard side with chest freezer, live well, ice maker, and dunnage underneath. The tower, bridge, cabin, engine room, and lazarette were accessed through the cockpit. The bow deck could also be accessed on either side of the cockpit. Oiled teak was installed on the washboards, coamings, and decks in the cockpit.

Exclusions & Disclaimer

• Owner’s personal belongings
• Artwork
• Fishing equipment
• Vessel name

The Company presents the details of this vessel in good faith but makes no guarantees or warranties regarding the accuracy of this information or the condition of the vessel. Prospective buyers are strongly encouraged to have their agents or surveyors verify any details they consider important.

Engine and generator hours are provided by the owner as of the date of listing for informational purposes only. All information should be independently verified by the buyer and their surveyor prior to purchase.

This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.