THE PICTURES DO NOT CAPTURE JUST HOW EXCEPTIONAL THIS BOAT IS. THIS IS A COLLECTORS ITEM QUALITY BOAT THAT NEEDS TO BE SEEN IN PERSON. STUNNING QUALITY BOAT!
“Danny Boy” – Bertram 30 Express Fisherman
Price: $93,500
Location: Upper Chesapeake Bay
Condition: Excellent – Lift Kept, Well Maintained
⚓ Overview
“Danny Boy” is a classic Bertram 30 Express Fisherman (Moppie), a highly regarded offshore-capable vessel known for its rugged construction and timeless profile. A two-owner boat, she has been lovingly maintained by her current owner for the past 29 years, cruising the upper Chesapeake Bay.
Lift-kept and exceptionally clean, she’s equally suited for cruising or serious fishing. Powered by dependable Cummins diesel engines and equipped with a full suite of electronics, “Danny Boy” is turnkey and ready for her next adventure.
Specifications
- Length Overall (LOA): 30 ft
- Hull Type: Deep-V
- Hull Material: Fiberglass
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Engines: Twin Cummins Diamond Diesels 5.9L
- Engine Hours: ~1400 hours
Accommodations
- Sleeps 4comfortably
- Forward double berth (2)
- Convertible dinette (2)
- Galley (Starboard):
- Microwave
- Electric stove
- AC/DC refrigerator/freezer
- Head:
- Raritan electric flush marine toilet
- Handheld shower
- 30-gallon holding tank
Deck & Hull Features
- Horizon electric windlass with helm control
- Danforth anchor
- Fresh & saltwater washdowns
- Livewell & tackle center
- Icebox
- (4) rod holders
- Swim platform & ladder
- Transom door
- Cockpit sink & wet bar
- Full cockpit cover
- Bimini top with full enclosure
- Electric windshield wipers
Electronics
- Ritchie compass
- VHF radio
- Furuno GPS/chartplotter
- Furuno autopilot
- Tachometers
- AM/FM/CD stereo
- TV with built-in DVD player
Recent Upgrades & Maintenance
- Port engine exhaust manifold and turbo replaced
- (2) new 4D batteries
- New battery box
- New fuel separators
- New engine impellers
- New marine toilet
- New hoses on both engines
- Northern Lights generator motor installed
- New generator seacock
- New cockpit canvas
- Reconditioned propellers
- Both shafts repacked
- New zinc anodes
Additional Equipment
- Reverse-cycle air conditioning & heat
- Water heater
- Bennett trim tabs
- Halogen lighting (cabin, helm, engine room)
- Cockpit & docking lights
- Engine room blower system
- RACOR 900MA fuel filters
- Automatic fire suppression system
- (3) automatic bilge pumps
- Spare belts, filters, hoses, and water pump
- (2) fire extinguishers
- (4) Type I life vests
- Dock lines included
Remarks
“Danny Boy” represents a rare opportunity to own a well-cared-for Bertram 30 with diesel power, efficient performance, and extensive recent upgrades. Her classic lines, solid ride, and proven reliability make her a standout in this class.











