53' Amel Mango

Some boats whisper about crossing oceans. An Amel Mango 53 simply assumes you will.

Hull #60 is a proven bluewater ketch that has quietly evolved into something rare in todays market: a true liveaboard cruiser that is mechanically sorted, thoughtfully upgraded, and ready to leave the dock tomorrow. Whether that dock is in St. Augustine or somewhere across the Atlantic is entirely up to you.

You may have seen the Amel Super Maramu featured on S/V Delos, one of the more popular sailing YouTube channels. The Mango traditionally uses a straight prop shaft, which is generally considered easier to maintain, whereas the Super Maramu often features a "C-drive" system. Both boats are designed for long-distance, shorthanded sailing, featuring watertight bulkheads, comprehensive electric furling systems for the main, mizzen, and genoa, and a solid fiberglass construction. They both have spacious, easily accessible, centrally located engine rooms.

Located at Rivers Edge Marina in St. Augustine, Florida. Available for private showing by appointment only.

The Right Foundation

Henri Amel built these yachts for self-sufficient passagemaking. Solid fiberglass hull. Protected center cockpit. Ketch rig with in-mast furling. Deep, secure aft cabin. Massive tankage. Systems designed to be handled short-handed.

This is not a dock queen with shiny varnish and deferred maintenance. This is a yacht that has been invested in where it matters most.

Ideal Buyer

Experienced cruiser ready to step up to a serious passagemaker
Couple planning extended Caribbean or Atlantic circuit
Liveaboard seeking comfort without sacrificing capability
Owner who values systems integrity over glossy marketing photos

If you are searching for a turnkey bluewater ketch with pedigree and practical upgrades, this 1986 Amel Mango 53 deserves your attention.

Serious inquiries invited. Private showings available at Rivers Edge Marina, St. Augustine, Florida.

Ready to cross an ocean or simply move aboard and never look back. ⚓

Mechanical Confidence
The headline upgrade is the engine.

Yanmar 4JHTE-1 with approximately 1,000 hours
New turbo in 2023
Hurth 2-30 transmission
Complete engine room rewired
New 100-amp breakers
1.5" shaft with dripless seal
Spurs line cutters
Northern Lights 6kW generator with less than 300 hours on the motor and approx. 2,650 hours on the electrical end
2 spare starters and 2 spare alternators for the Yanmar main engine
Spare water pump impellers and fuel filters for the main engine and generator

This is the difference between dreaming about the Bahamas and actually clearing in.

Electrical and Energy Independence
Xantrex 3000W inverter/charger
Four Full River AGM Group 31 batteries (460Ah total)
350W solar array with 30A Renogy controller
LED lighting throughout
Dual fresh water pumps
Blackwater macerator and transfer pump

She is set up to anchor comfortably without running the generator constantly. That matters when your backyard becomes a quiet harbor.

Electronics and Navigation
Raymarine wind/speed/depth and radar
Raymarine chartplotter
Raymarine AIS Vesper WatchMate AIS
Two Icom VHF radios plus handheld
Neco autopilot rebuilt
New mast lights, wind vane, transducer
LED deck lights on main and mizzen

This is a practical, modern navigation suite layered onto a hull designed for serious miles.

Rigging and Deck
All standing rigging replaced in 2021
In-mast furling mainsail in good condition
Hydraulic furling genoa with sunshade
Complete dodger and full cockpit enclosure
New cockpit cushions
Faux teak decks repainted
Windshield and portlights replaced with polycarbonate
New hatches
Emergency tiller

The cockpit is protected, secure, and ideal for passagemaking or long-term living aboard.

Interior Comfort True Liveaboard Layout
Two electric heads with new sinks and faucets
New 22-gallon blackwater holding tank
Isotherm stainless refrigerator/freezer
Splendide vented washer/dryer combo
16,000 BTU reverse-cycle A/C with new pump
400 gallons fresh water capacity
120-gallon port and starboard tanks
14" memory foam mattress in aft cabin
Two 42" 12V TVs
Four fans

This is not camping. This is waterfront real estate that can relocate at 7 knots.

Tender Package
106 West Marine dinghy
2015 Yamaha 4-stroke 6hp outboard

Ready for exploring shallow anchorages and beach runs.

Why This Amel Mango?
The market is full of project boats wearing optimistic price tags. Hull #60 is different. The heavy lifting has been done:

Engine replaced
Rigging replaced
Systems modernized
Comfort upgraded
Cosmetics refreshed

At $199,000, this represents strong value for a properly sorted Amel capable of offshore passagemaking or luxurious full-time living.