Lidgard 50ft Powerboat
Boat Name: Legend
Features
Cruise the Hauraki Gulf and NZ coast in Style
Imagine waking up to the sun rising over Waiheke, coffee in hand, the engines humming quietly beneath you as you set course for Great Barrier Island. This is the kind of adventure the John Lidgard 50ft powerboat was built for — and now, after a full 2025 refit, she’s ready to take you there in comfort, style, and confidence.
Built in 1991 by B. Jones with a composite glass/ply and duocore hull, this NZ-designed vessel is made for our coastal conditions. She’s strong, stable, and beautifully proportioned at 15m long, with a 4.6m beam and 1m draft — perfect for exploring shallow bays or anchoring off secluded beaches.
Powered by twin Volvo TAMD 74 EDC 475HP engines (2003), she cruises effortlessly at 23 knots, With a top speed of 27 knots and 1365L of fuel in stainless steel tanks, she’s built for long-range cruising.
The 2025 refit was extensive — over $400,000 invested:
• Partial exterior repaint.
• New interior upholstery
• New tender March 25
• Top-end engine rebuilds (receipts available)
• Partial rewire with new house & starter batteries + inverter
• Garmin & Simrad electronics suite with GPS, plotter, and autohelm
Step inside and you’ll find a warm, welcoming interior that sleeps 6 comfortably: a master cabin forward, a double to port, twin singles to starboard, and extra space in the expansive flybridge. There’s a separate head and shower, and plenty of room to relax, entertain, or overnight with friends and family.
This is a rare opportunity to own a true NZ pedigree powerboat, restored to near-original condition. She’s turnkey ready — just add fuel, plan your route, and go.
Would consider trade.
Message now to arrange a viewing or chat about options.
Replacement value over $1.5M — priced to sell.
Specifications
Specifications
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year1991
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makeLidgard 50
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modelLidgard 50
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stock number3398
Construction
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Hull ConstructionComposite
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builderBarry Jones
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LOA approx15.00 m
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beam approx4.60 m
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draft approx1.00 m
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hull typeDurocore Glassed
Engine
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enginemakeVolvo
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engine modelTAMD 7 HEDL
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engine year2003
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hours approx1000
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engine fuelDiesel
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drive systemShaft
Tankage
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fuel capacity approx1365 Litres
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fuel tank2x S/Steel
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water capacity approx900 Litres
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water tank1x S/Steel
Interior
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berths2 x single, 1 x double
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headroom1.98m (6'2")
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toiletQty: 1, Location: Starboard, Type: Electric
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cooking4 Burner
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cabin no3
Accessories
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safety equipmentLifejackets: 8 Fire Extinguishers: 3 VHF: GME
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navigation gearGPS: Garmin 2021 Radar: Yes GPS Plotter: Garmin 2021 Fish finderYes
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ground tacklePlough Grapnel
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capstanSimpson Lawrence V2000 serviced 3/25
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