“Carolina Girl” is a 2002 (Launched 3/2023) Sea Ray 550 Sundancer (59’4” LOA) that represents the pinnacle of Sea Ray’s Golden Era, a period defined by overbuilt hulls and timeless design and luxury. This vessel far exceeds the typical maintenance profile, offering a level of mechanical and aesthetic confidence rarely found in this vintage yacht.

Built during the early 2000s—a decade synonymous with Sea Ray’s peak build quality—this 550 DA delivers a stable, authoritative ride. Ongoing engine maintenance and repair ensures she performs with the same reliability and power that made this model a legend in the express cruiser market.

The DA 550 was designed for socializing, the boat features an expansive climate-controlled cockpit, allowing for comfortable entertaining regardless of the weather. The exterior has been revitalized with all-new premium upholstery and canvas, giving her a crisp, modern curb appeal that stands out at any marina.

Key Features:

• Professionally Maintained: Systematic upkeep/replacement of worn systems and scheduled engine maintenance.
• Upgraded Exterior: New vinyl upholstery and canvas for a "like-new" feel.
• Iconic Layout: Two-stateroom, two-head interior with a massive salon that feels more like a luxury apartment than a boat.
• Climate Comfort: Large air-conditioned cockpit and 3 x (new) cabin a/c’s are perfect for large group hosting.
• Proven Pedigree: The classic DA 550 layout offers a massive salon and two-stateroom privacy.

This is a turn-key opportunity for a buyer who understands that proven maintenance and original build quality are the most important factors in a pre-owned yacht.

Recent updates and repairs include:

• New Port and Starboard exhaust risers and exhaust hoses 12/2021
• New rudder seals 2022
• New fix mount and handheld VHF radios 2022
• New Fusion sound system and speakers 2022
• New flat screen TV's (3) 2022
• New D-8 Bow thruster batteries 2022
• New Port and Starboard trans hoses 2022
• New cockpit and helm chair upholstery 2023
• New aft deck canvas 2023
• New cockpit refrigerator 2023
• New A/C pump 2023
• New guest cabin 10K BTU reverse cycle A/C 2023
• New fresh water pumps 2023
• New Sea Star hydraulic steering 2023
• Complete annual engine flush (fresh and sea) 2024
• New salon 16,000 BTU reverse cycle A/C 2024
• New Port and Starboard transmission coolers 2024
• New Starboard fuel cooler 2024
• New windshield covers 2024
• Complete sand and Fresh bottom paint 12/2024
• New cutlass bearings 12/2024
• New Vetus 6-Blade bow thruster prop 12/2024
• New Port and Starboard main engine thru hull valves and hoses 12/2024
• New Generator Battery Charger 2025
• Complete rebuild service 2 x Vacu Flush heads and vacuum pumps 2025
• New Port fuel cooler 2025
• New master cabin 10K BTU reverse cycle A/C 2025
• New Port Eng room blower 2025
• 2020 Zodiac Nautic Cadet 330
• New Suzuki 20hp outboard (dinghy) 2026
• Complete generator service (new exchanger 2024) 2026

• Caterpillar 3196TA approximately 1,549 hours
• Westerbeke 15 kw genset in sound shield approximately 2,477 hours
• Glendenning shore power with 50' cord 50 amp

• Raymarine RL80 Radar gps
• Garmin GPSmap 7612 gps/plotter
• Garmin VHF
• Raymarine ST7001 auto pilot
• Raymarine ST60 depth
• Remote spotlight
• Compass
• Fusion Stereo with upgraded speaker
• Trim tabs

This gorgeous 550 Sundancer has a hydraulic swim platform, the cockpit has seating for 10 + and an electronic sun pad, ice maker and frig (great entertaining outside), the helm station is well designed with electronic controls and great visibility. The interior has a large comfortable salon with 6’6” plus of headroom. The Master stateroom is aft with an island birth and full head and a separate shower. The guest stateroom is forward with a queen bed with separate access to the shower and the day head. The interior is finished in a high gloss Cherry which gives it a luxurious feeling.

STANDARD FEATURES:

• Aft Seat Cushions
• Air Conditioning
• Anchor Windlass
• Boarding Ladder
• Cockpit Carpet
• Cockpit stereo remote controls
• Foredeck Cushion with Hand Rails
• Holding Tank
• Radar Arch
• Shore Power Package
• Spot Light
• Stereo
• Telescopic Boarding Ladder
• Tilt Steering Wheel
• Transom Shower: pressurized freshwater system 8 gallons

SALON:

• Cabin lighting
• Enclosed head with ventilating port light with screen
• Hanging locker
• Locking door
• Mirror

GALLEY:

• 110-volt Outlets
• 12-volt Outlet
• 2-Burner Stove
• Abundant galley cabinet storage
• Dinette table
• Fresh Water System
• Hanging locker
• Microwave
• Reading lights
• Refrigerator, 125v
• Sharp carousel convection/broiler microwave oven
• Sink
• Stove, Electric
• Wrap-around couch/dinette seating, converts to double berth

DECK:

• Windlass
• Anchor line locker
• Curved, tinted glass windshield
• Deck hatch
• Extended swim platform
• Fender storage
• Molded-In deck access steps
• Navigation lights
• Stainless steel rails and cleats
• Transom grab rail
• Walk-Around deck
• Walk-Through transom entry

COCKPIT:

• 110-volt Outlets
• Battery switch
• Cockpit galley
• Cooler
• Courtesy lighting
• Helm bucket seat
• Integrated trash compartment and storage cabinet
• Hydraulic steering
• L-Shaped aft lounge seating
• Large cockpit storage compartment
• Self-Bailing cockpit
• Sink
• Custom Sea Deck flooring
• Wrap-Around aft cockpit seating

• Owner's Personal Effects

Engine hours are as of the date of the original listing and are a representation of what the listing broker is told by the owner and/or actual reading of the engine hour meters. The broker cannot guarantee the true hours. It is the responsibility of the purchaser and/or his agent to verify engine hours, warranties implied or otherwise and major overhauls as well as all other representations noted on the listing brochure.

The company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel.  A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated.  This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change or withdrawal without notice.