CHRIS CRAFT 451 Commander
Three Stateroom


  • NAME: Scampi (R)
  • TYPE: Motor Yacht
  • BUILDER: Chris Craft
  • MODEL: 451 Three Stateroom (optional layout B)
  • YEAR: 1978
  • DESIGNER: Chris Craft Design Group
  • ENGINES: 325 hp Inboard
    Detroit Diesel 8V71 N
  • ENGINE HOURS: 2315
  • SPEED (approx):
    Cruising: 14 knots @ 1800 rpm
    Maximum: 24 knots @ 2300 rpm

  • LOA: 45'0"
  • BEAM: 15'0" DRAFT: 4'2"
  • BRIDGE CLEARANCE: 18' 10" (top of radar arch)
  • HULL MATERIAL: Fiberglass
  • HULL: Deep Vee DISP: 39,400 lbs
  • TANKAGE (approx):
    Fuel: 500 gallons
    Water: 200 gallons
    Holding: 100 gallons

ACCOMMODATIONS & LAYOUT: Upon entering the salon from the aft deck, galley is aft to port, sleeper sofa, hi-lo table with folding leaves, upholstered swivel barrel chairs (2), Sony Am/Fm stereo with CD. FORWARD STATEROOMS: mid ship guest stateroom (port) has stacked berths, drawer storage, hanging locker; day head (starboard) with separate shower stall; forward stateroom features "v-berths" with drawer storage (under). hanging lockers (2). MASTER STATEROOM (aft) King size centerline pedestal berth, generous head with separate shower stall, drawer storage (both sides), hanging lockers (3). NOTE THE FOLLOWING FEATURES: full teak interior with teak louvered doors; mini blinds (salon); drapes staterooms.

GALLEY: "L" shaped galley "up", aft to starboard; Samsung washer and separate dryer; Kenmore dishwasher (recent); garbage disposal; GE side-by-side refrigerator with ice maker; Princess 3 burner stove with oven; microwave (built in; complete electric hot and cold water; dockside pressure.

ELECTRONICS AND NAVIGATION EQUIPMENT:
  • Autohelm 6000 autopilot (2)
  • Raymarine C-80 color plotter
  • Standard Horizon (GX 215C) VHF with AIS
  • ICOM M125 VHF
  • Standard Horizon depth sounder (2)
  • Datamarine knot/log (2)
  • KVH electronic compass
  • Danforth compass
  • Furuno 1815 color radar (2022) *
  • Furuno color radar (72 mile) *
  • Autohelm wind direction
  • Television
  • Rudder angle gauge
  • ADT security system
  • Intercom
    * separate open arrays
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Onan 12.5 Kw generator with 2335 hours; automatic battery charger (30 and 50 amp); 50 amp service (forward); extensive shore power adapters.

DECK & HULL: LOWER HELM AND AFT DECK: Enclosed with "soft doors", aft cushioned bench with storage, folding upholstered chairs (2) with table, wet bar with Raritan ice maker and Instant Hot water, raised helm seat with storage and electric heater, electric windshield vent, 1000# electric davit with remote controls. FLY BRIDGE: swivel pilot and companion seats (2), seating forward, with storage, Bimini top, helm cover (news); fixed radar arch. ON DECK: Lofrans (model 1762) electric windlass, foot switches (power "up and down"), Bruce and Danforth anchors; anchor wash down, remote search light, fresh water wash down, swim platform with ladder and stern boarding ladder, mid ship boarding ladders (2), abundant docklines and fenders. White hull and deck, navy blue boottop, blue anti-fouling bottom (new condition).

MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT & ENGINE DETAILS: Reverse cycle air conditioning (3); Raritan Elegance electric upgraded heads (2, recent), 100 gallon holding tank; helm (up and down); Fireboy automatic Halon system; manual engine shut down; 4 blade propellers; spare propellers (2); extra shaft; engine synchronizers.

OTHER FEATURES: Always enjoyed in freshwater, and stored in heated storage. Yard maintained (for the present owner of 20 years) by Walstrom Marine. Inside heated storage is available and slip also available in Cheboygan, Michigan.

Pre-listing SAMS Accredited survey has been authorized and ordered. Results available upon completion. Very complete maintenance records are available.

LISTING BROKER'S REMARKS: "Scampi" is a rare and sought after find and ready for your new adventures: three stateroom arrangement, master stateroom with centerline pedestal king size berth, full teak interior, complete electronics (radar (2 separate display and arrays), pilot, color plotter, etc,), washer and separate dryer, electric windlass, electric 1000# capacity davit, Diesel power with less than 2500 original hours, upper and lower helm, galley "up", and in well maintained original excellent condition.

The listing broker (with 46 years of experience) appraises the "Scampi" condition as "Bristol", a term he rarely uses. She has had just two yachtsman owners since new, with the present owner enjoying her for 20 years.

Details are thought to be reliable but are not guaranteed. Offer subject to change, prior sale and tax when applicable. We recommend all boats be surveyed and details investigated to the satisfaction of the buyer.


Location: Cheboygan, Michigan

Price: $129,500.

(231) 582-6886


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