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1971 Chris-Craft 47' (14.33 m) 47 Commander

Harrison Township, Michigan, United States

Big as the Sky

This very nice Chris Craft 47 Commander comes to the market for only the fourth time. The current owners have enjoyed her as a full time summer home for the past 15 seasons, and have decided to downsize.

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Vessel ID# 2815863    Last Updated: 2026-02-20 12:50:53

Description

Step aboard this beautifully maintained 1971 Chris-Craft 47 Commander, a true icon of American yacht design. With classic lines, solid fiberglass construction, and a proven track record, this Commander has been lovingly cared for by just four owners and has spent its entire life in freshwater.


Key Features:


  • Layout: Three staterooms and two heads, offering ample space and storage for extended cruising.
  • Engines: Powered by Detroit Diesel 8V53 engines with fewer than 500 hours SMOH, ensuring reliable performance.
  • Bottom Paint - 2025

Updates:

  • New interior carpet installed in 2023.
  • Two new 8D batteries added in July 2024.
  • New aft deck carpet installed in 2022.
  • New Bimini top and helm cover added in September 2024.
  • Two new galley refrigerators installed in 2022.

Viewing: The vessel is located off-site and available for viewing by appointment only.


Big As The Sky is ready for her next caretaker. Contact us to schedule a viewing and make this exceptional yacht yours.



Miles Yacht Group is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Jefferson Beach Yacht Sales. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a particular vessel

Specifications

HIN/IMO: FAH470006R

Stock #: B4972

LOA: 47' (14.33 Meters)

Type: Power- Used

Year: 1971

Beam: 15'

Fuel Type: Diesel

Hull Material: Fiberglass

Fuel Tank: 350 Gallons (1324.89 Liters)

Fresh Water: 80 Gallons (302.83 Liters)

Holding Tank: 100 Gallons (378.54 Liters)

Dry Weight: 38000

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Engines

Engine 1

  • Engine Make: Detroit Diesel
  • Engine Model: 8V53
  • Engine Type: Inboard
  • Drive Type: Direct
  • Fuel Type: Diesel
  • Hours: 455.00

Engine 2

  • Engine Make: Detroit Diesel
  • Engine Model: 8V53
  • Engine Type: Inboard
  • Drive Type: Direct
  • Fuel Type: Diesel
  • Hours: 453.00