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The Bertram 450 Convertible is a 48-foot convertible sportfishing yacht produced by iconic Florida-based yacht-building brand Bertram between 2000 and 2008. Legendary seakeeping ability is paired with tournament-ready fishing features, a flybridge and expansive living space capable of hosting the entire family to make this one of the most appealing vintage fishing boats still on the market today. Classic lines, a sleek profile and dynamic glazing entry give this vessel that signature Bertram look, while sophisticated interiors take inspiration from the finest European styling with a North American standard of amenity and comfort.
Whether you opt for a tuna tower or simply enjoy the elevated views from the flybridge there is plenty of opportunity to surveil the seas on this yacht. The bridge features a sheltered forward lounge with cushioned wrap-around seating, a chiller and an expanding, teak-topped table ideal for al-fresco meals. Also to be found up here is a modern helm station with a helm-pod, a pair of Simrad display screens, bow and stern thruster controls, autopilot, VHF radio, power-steering and a pair of adjustable seats.
Head down into the vast aft-cockpit and discover a large in-sole fishbox, rocket-launchers, a transom livewell, a bait-prep station, an ice-box, Glendinning cable masters, flush rod holders, a self-draining sole, a transom life-gate, a wash-down hose and the option to fit a fighting chair back here. You can even head out onto the foredeck where, surrounded by high guardrails, you can cast a line or relax on the triple-width sunpad.
Step inside and you will relish the opportunity to relax across a leather L-shaped sofa to port, a set of armchairs to starboard and a dining sofa further forward. A timber sole or lavish carpeting has been paired with teak surrounds, wide-screen windows with a tear-drop shape, plenty of cabinetry and mood lighting for a sophisticated appeal. On the lower-deck, meanwhile, there is room for up to five overnight guests across three distinct cabins. The master suite is located by the bow and features a skylight, a large double bed, two timber-lined closets and an en-suite with a shower. A twin room and a single cabin amidship share the same bathroom and benefit from plenty of additional storage.
Twin 660HP Caterpillar 3196 engines help this yacht to achieve top speeds of up to 30 knots and a consistent cruising speed of around 24 knots. You can also opt for a pair of 550HP Detroit diesel motors for lower overall speeds or two top-of-the-range 900HP MAN V8 shaft-drives for increased speeds of up to 33 knots. A fuel tank holding 528 gallons of diesel, meanwhile, will keep you out on the water for days before needing to tack back to dock for a refuel. This vessel’s fiberglass hull boasts a transom deadrise of 18 degrees, a relatively fine entry and a shallow keel for peerless stability and a dry ride whatever the conditions.
