Salthouse 65 With new electronics and paint job
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Length
65' - 19.81m
Vessel Location
Port Lincoln
Launch Year
2000
Hull Material
Fibreglass/GRP
SALTHOUSE 65 - MV KAHALA
A Serious Offshore Motor Yacht | New Zealand Built | Extensive Refit | Port Lincoln, South Australia
A rare opportunity to acquire a substantial, proven offshore motor yacht with an exceptional level of recent investment and refurbishment.
For the discerning buyer searching for a genuine blue-water motor yacht, MV Kahala represents an outstanding opportunity.
Built in New Zealand by the highly regarded Salthouse shipyard, the Salthouse 65 is recognised for its substantial construction, seaworthiness and practical long-range cruising capabilities. These are vessels designed for serious boating, extended offshore passages and comfortable time at sea.
Kahala is not simply another 65-foot motor yacht. She has benefited from an extensive refit and mechanical overhaul, with more than $430,000 invested in major works, upgrades and improvements.
Currently located in Port Lincoln, South Australia, Kahala has been enjoyed by her current owner for extended offshore fishing expeditions, particularly targeting Southern Bluefin Tuna. She is configured as a capable offshore sportfishing vessel while offering the accommodation and facilities required for extended cruising or liveaboard adventures.
OVER $430,000 INVESTED IN MAJOR REFIT & UPGRADES
Following a marine survey in 2023, Kahala underwent an extensive refurbishment programme, with the vessel lifted and placed inside one of Dockyard's large maintenance sheds for major structural, mechanical and cosmetic works.
Major works included:
Hull, Structure & Exterior
Below-waterline hull sandblasted, scraped, faired and repaired.
Complete Interprotect epoxy anti-fouling system applied.
Approximately 1.5-metre keel extension fabricated and installed to improve handling in following seas.
Hull and topsides completely stripped back, repaired, faired and repainted in a two-pack International Paints epoxy system.
Non-slip deck surfaces refinished.
New stainless-steel marlin board fabricated and installed.
New cockpit teak decking.
New water-cooled turbo exhaust assemblies fabricated and fitted.
New seacocks and strainers.
Running Gear & Mechanical
Main shafts and bearing boxes removed.
Shafts straightened and polished.
New shaft bearings and skeg bearings installed.
New propellers fitted and running gear realigned.
Trim tab system upgraded.
Underwater lighting installed.
Desalination system overhauled.
New house batteries installed.
Fishing & Entertainment
Custom fibreglass aft-deck fishing station fabricated and installed.
Integrated live-bait tank.
Everkool slide-out Esky.
Bait board with stone benchtop.
Interior completely recarpeted.
Cockpit and upper-deck lounge seating recovered.
Electrical, Electronics & Equipment
Extensive new helm electronics package.
New 72-mile radar.
Helm station electronics replaced.
Complete overhaul and rebuild of the 17 KVA generator, including engine and windings.
New windscreen wipers.
New 3.2-metre tender with 20HP outboard.
New twin liferaft assemblies.
OCTOBER 2026 - RECENT SLIP, MAINTENANCE & SURVEY
Kahala was recently slipped at Boston Marine, Port Lincoln, in October 2026 for further maintenance and inspection.
Works completed included:
Full pressure wash and hull cleaning.
Anti-fouling repairs and patching.
Rudders, shafts and propellers cleaned and recoated with PropSpeed.
New trim tab system fitted.
Seacocks replaced.
All anodes replaced.
Underwater lights attended to.
A comprehensive recent marine survey has also been completed by Mick Dyer of Dycraft Pty Ltd.
The survey report is available separately for genuinely interested purchasers.
POWER, PERFORMANCE & LONG-RANGE CAPABILITY
Powered by twin Cummins QSM11 diesel engines, rated at 635HP each, Kahala offers the power and capability expected of a substantial offshore motor yacht.
Engines: Twin Cummins QSM11
Power: 635HP each
Engine hours: Approximately 3,314
Transmission: Twin Disc electronic controls
Propulsion: Shaft drive
Fuel capacity: 7,200 litres
Cruising speed: Approximately 18 knots
Bow thruster
Trim tabs
Racor fuel filtration for engines and generators
Fuel transfer pump
Air conditioning throughout
GENERATOR SYSTEMS
17 KVA generator - 5,166 hours, with engine and winding rebuild completed approximately 50 hours ago.
7 KVA Onan generator - 2,691 hours.
EXCEPTIONAL LIVEABOARD & CRUISING ACCOMMODATION
Kahala offers generous accommodation for owners, family, guests and crew, with three separate cabins and multiple bathroom facilities.
Accommodation configuration:
Forward master V-berth cabin with private ensuite.
Starboard double-bunk cabin.
Port-side twin-berth cabin.
Additional shared day bathroom and head.
Convenient on-deck bathroom and head.
The layout is particularly practical for extended offshore fishing expeditions, family cruising or spending extended periods aboard.
WELL EQUIPPED FOR EXTENDED STAYS AT SEA
The galley and refrigeration facilities are exceptionally well appointed:
3 x Eutectic refrigerators.
2 x Eutectic freezers.
Ice maker.
Miele stove.
Miele microwave.
Fisher & Paykel dishwasher.
Aqua Whisper watermaker producing approximately 100 litres per hour.
1,000-litre freshwater capacity.
DOCUMENTATION & HISTORY
Kahala comes with an extensive history and supporting documentation, including:
Logbooks.
Service history.
Previous and current ownership documentation.
Records of major refurbishment and upgrades.
Recent independent marine survey.
Previously operated under NSW Waterways survey classifications 2B / 1C / 1E.
WHY KAHALA?
Finding a genuine Salthouse 65 with this level of investment, offshore equipment, accommodation and recent maintenance is an opportunity worth serious consideration.
The major refurbishment works have addressed many of the significant areas of ownership and maintenance associated with a vessel of this size.
Whether your plans involve extended offshore fishing, long-range cruising, liveaboard adventures or simply owning a substantial New Zealand-built motor yacht, Kahala deserves your inspection.
MV KAHALA - SALTHOUSE 65
A substantial offshore motor yacht. A significant investment in upgrades. A vessel ready for her next chapter.
LOCATION: Port Lincoln, South Australia.
INSPECTIONS: Strictly by appointment.
DOCUMENTATION: Recent marine survey and supporting maintenance history available to genuinely interested purchasers.
For further information, specifications, photographs or to arrange a private inspection, contact us directly.
A Serious Offshore Motor Yacht | New Zealand Built | Extensive Refit | Port Lincoln, South Australia
A rare opportunity to acquire a substantial, proven offshore motor yacht with an exceptional level of recent investment and refurbishment.
For the discerning buyer searching for a genuine blue-water motor yacht, MV Kahala represents an outstanding opportunity.
Built in New Zealand by the highly regarded Salthouse shipyard, the Salthouse 65 is recognised for its substantial construction, seaworthiness and practical long-range cruising capabilities. These are vessels designed for serious boating, extended offshore passages and comfortable time at sea.
Kahala is not simply another 65-foot motor yacht. She has benefited from an extensive refit and mechanical overhaul, with more than $430,000 invested in major works, upgrades and improvements.
Currently located in Port Lincoln, South Australia, Kahala has been enjoyed by her current owner for extended offshore fishing expeditions, particularly targeting Southern Bluefin Tuna. She is configured as a capable offshore sportfishing vessel while offering the accommodation and facilities required for extended cruising or liveaboard adventures.
OVER $430,000 INVESTED IN MAJOR REFIT & UPGRADES
Following a marine survey in 2023, Kahala underwent an extensive refurbishment programme, with the vessel lifted and placed inside one of Dockyard's large maintenance sheds for major structural, mechanical and cosmetic works.
Major works included:
Hull, Structure & Exterior
Below-waterline hull sandblasted, scraped, faired and repaired.
Complete Interprotect epoxy anti-fouling system applied.
Approximately 1.5-metre keel extension fabricated and installed to improve handling in following seas.
Hull and topsides completely stripped back, repaired, faired and repainted in a two-pack International Paints epoxy system.
Non-slip deck surfaces refinished.
New stainless-steel marlin board fabricated and installed.
New cockpit teak decking.
New water-cooled turbo exhaust assemblies fabricated and fitted.
New seacocks and strainers.
Running Gear & Mechanical
Main shafts and bearing boxes removed.
Shafts straightened and polished.
New shaft bearings and skeg bearings installed.
New propellers fitted and running gear realigned.
Trim tab system upgraded.
Underwater lighting installed.
Desalination system overhauled.
New house batteries installed.
Fishing & Entertainment
Custom fibreglass aft-deck fishing station fabricated and installed.
Integrated live-bait tank.
Everkool slide-out Esky.
Bait board with stone benchtop.
Interior completely recarpeted.
Cockpit and upper-deck lounge seating recovered.
Electrical, Electronics & Equipment
Extensive new helm electronics package.
New 72-mile radar.
Helm station electronics replaced.
Complete overhaul and rebuild of the 17 KVA generator, including engine and windings.
New windscreen wipers.
New 3.2-metre tender with 20HP outboard.
New twin liferaft assemblies.
OCTOBER 2026 - RECENT SLIP, MAINTENANCE & SURVEY
Kahala was recently slipped at Boston Marine, Port Lincoln, in October 2026 for further maintenance and inspection.
Works completed included:
Full pressure wash and hull cleaning.
Anti-fouling repairs and patching.
Rudders, shafts and propellers cleaned and recoated with PropSpeed.
New trim tab system fitted.
Seacocks replaced.
All anodes replaced.
Underwater lights attended to.
A comprehensive recent marine survey has also been completed by Mick Dyer of Dycraft Pty Ltd.
The survey report is available separately for genuinely interested purchasers.
POWER, PERFORMANCE & LONG-RANGE CAPABILITY
Powered by twin Cummins QSM11 diesel engines, rated at 635HP each, Kahala offers the power and capability expected of a substantial offshore motor yacht.
Engines: Twin Cummins QSM11
Power: 635HP each
Engine hours: Approximately 3,314
Transmission: Twin Disc electronic controls
Propulsion: Shaft drive
Fuel capacity: 7,200 litres
Cruising speed: Approximately 18 knots
Bow thruster
Trim tabs
Racor fuel filtration for engines and generators
Fuel transfer pump
Air conditioning throughout
GENERATOR SYSTEMS
17 KVA generator - 5,166 hours, with engine and winding rebuild completed approximately 50 hours ago.
7 KVA Onan generator - 2,691 hours.
EXCEPTIONAL LIVEABOARD & CRUISING ACCOMMODATION
Kahala offers generous accommodation for owners, family, guests and crew, with three separate cabins and multiple bathroom facilities.
Accommodation configuration:
Forward master V-berth cabin with private ensuite.
Starboard double-bunk cabin.
Port-side twin-berth cabin.
Additional shared day bathroom and head.
Convenient on-deck bathroom and head.
The layout is particularly practical for extended offshore fishing expeditions, family cruising or spending extended periods aboard.
WELL EQUIPPED FOR EXTENDED STAYS AT SEA
The galley and refrigeration facilities are exceptionally well appointed:
3 x Eutectic refrigerators.
2 x Eutectic freezers.
Ice maker.
Miele stove.
Miele microwave.
Fisher & Paykel dishwasher.
Aqua Whisper watermaker producing approximately 100 litres per hour.
1,000-litre freshwater capacity.
DOCUMENTATION & HISTORY
Kahala comes with an extensive history and supporting documentation, including:
Logbooks.
Service history.
Previous and current ownership documentation.
Records of major refurbishment and upgrades.
Recent independent marine survey.
Previously operated under NSW Waterways survey classifications 2B / 1C / 1E.
WHY KAHALA?
Finding a genuine Salthouse 65 with this level of investment, offshore equipment, accommodation and recent maintenance is an opportunity worth serious consideration.
The major refurbishment works have addressed many of the significant areas of ownership and maintenance associated with a vessel of this size.
Whether your plans involve extended offshore fishing, long-range cruising, liveaboard adventures or simply owning a substantial New Zealand-built motor yacht, Kahala deserves your inspection.
MV KAHALA - SALTHOUSE 65
A substantial offshore motor yacht. A significant investment in upgrades. A vessel ready for her next chapter.
LOCATION: Port Lincoln, South Australia.
INSPECTIONS: Strictly by appointment.
DOCUMENTATION: Recent marine survey and supporting maintenance history available to genuinely interested purchasers.
For further information, specifications, photographs or to arrange a private inspection, contact us directly.
Price
AU $985,000
Vessel Name
Kahala
Boat Reference
1008meyb
Launch Year
2000
Length
65' - 19.81m
Beam
16.5ft
Draft
4ft
Displacement
34t wet
Vessel Location
Port Lincoln
Region
South Australia
Use
Leisure, Cruising, Off-shore Fishing
Registration
VG195S
Rego Expiry
01/09/2027
Designer
Salthouse
Builder
Salthouse
Hull Material
Fibreglass/GRP
Decks Material
New Teak 1 year back 2025
Engine
QSM 11, with full service history
Engine Make
Cummins
Number Engines
2
Horsepower
650
Fuel Type
Diesel
Engine Hours
3314
Engine Hours (2nd Engine)
3314
Fuel Consumption
1830rpm 71lph ea, 2210rpm 121lph ea approx depending on sea conditions and load
Max Speed
24 kts approx
Cruise Speed
18 kts approx
Propulsion
Inboard Shaft Drive
Thrusters
Bow Thruster
Genset
2 gensets, 17kva thats just had a rebuild 50 hrs ago, and a 7kva with 2691hrs
Fuel
7200
Water
1000l
Covers
Window covers
Accommodation
Three well-appointed cabins. The master V-berth includes a private en-suite, while the starboard cabin features double bunk berths and the port cabin offers twin single berths.
Cabins
3 cabins
Berths
6
Shower
3
Toilet
3
Entertainment
Basic stack Pioneer system
Air-Con
Yes
Galley
Freezer
2 x Eutectic
Stove-Miele
Microwave-Miele
2 x Eutectic
Stove-Miele
Microwave-Miele
Refrigeration
Aft galley, Fridge
3 x Eutectic
3 x Eutectic
Freezer
Aft cockpit Fridge freezer
Stove
Miele cooktop
Water-Maker
Aqua Whisper (100L/hr)
Hot Water
Yes
Ground Tackle
Muir 4000 new 2015,50m approx, Marsh anchor
Safety Gear
Full offshore safety gear, with life rafts on the foredeck
Bilge Pumps
Multiple bilge pumps through out the boat with back up systems
Life Raft
2 x 8 Man RFD with hydrostatic release
Epirb
Yes
Life Jackets
Yes offshore flares
Flares
16
Fire Protection
8 fire extinguishers
Electrics
Range of Furuno TZ2 16inch screens, with integrated Simrad auto pilot, AIS, Weather fax and much more to complement this offshore vessel
Electronics / Navigation
Furuno 16inch TZ2 navenet system
Remarks
Kahala has been exceptionally well cared for, having been maintained by a full-time professional skipper for the past 10 years. This consistent and knowledgeable stewardship is immediately evident throughout the vessel.
Approximately 24 months ago, Kahala underwent a major yard period, during which all existing antifoul was removed and replaced with fresh coatings, along with a full repaint of the hull and topsides, leaving her presenting in excellent condition.
In addition, Kahala has benefited from numerous thoughtful upgrades, all designed to enhance her performance, reliability, and onboard comfort--making her a turnkey opportunity for her next owner.
Approximately 24 months ago, Kahala underwent a major yard period, during which all existing antifoul was removed and replaced with fresh coatings, along with a full repaint of the hull and topsides, leaving her presenting in excellent condition.
In addition, Kahala has benefited from numerous thoughtful upgrades, all designed to enhance her performance, reliability, and onboard comfort--making her a turnkey opportunity for her next owner.
CONTACT DETAILS
Dealer
M. E. Yacht Brokerage
Telephone
Address
O Halloran Hill
Adelaide SA Australia
Adelaide SA Australia
Website
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