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1992 Textron Motor Life Boat - 47 Foot
$15,000
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- Current bid
- $15,000
- Buyer's premium (12.5%)
- $1,875
- Sales tax (est. 8.9%)
- $1,502
- Est. all-in
- $18,377
Premium is this listing's published rate; tax is an estimate from the state's combined average. Pickup and title fees not included.
Market demand: vehicles in California sold in 17% of closed auctions this past year, with a median of 11 bids per lot. From 385 completed sales in our archive.
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Item: 1992 Textron Motor Life Boat - 47 Foot Pickup: Sacramento, CA 95834 Removal deadline: All items must be picked-up / removed within 10 (ten) business days from auction closure, unless otherwise stated in the asset description. Loading help on site: please advise (assume none) Please quote pickup, any packing or crating, and transport.
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BidProwl Summary
1992 Textron 47-foot motor lifeboat, one of three Coast Guard prototypes with 680 hours on dual Volvo Penta D9-500 diesels, currently registered in California through 2027 and stored at Coyote Point Marina. Military and specialty vessel operators, maritime schools, and commercial operators looking for a proven platform buy these for training, charter conversion, or direct operational use. Verify the January 2026 survey details, test both engines and all systems under power, confirm title transfer procedures for this unique government craft, and budget for hauling and relocation costs before placing a bid.
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Description from GovDeals
1992 Textron 47' Motor Life Boat. This is one of 3 prototypes built by Textron for the US Coast Guard. It was originally owned by the San Francisco Police Department and has been owned by the CA State Guard for the maritime division for training purposes since 2020. Propelled by dual Volvo Penta D9-500 Diesel motors with approximately 680 hours each. Recent Valuation Survey attached completed in Jan 2026. Current CA title and registration through 2027. Vessel is located in moorage at Coyote Point Marina in San Mateo CA and buyer will be responsible for relocating the vessel upon completion of sale. Vessel is currently on shore power and is available to be inspected by appointment.
What do boat lots actually sell for?
Patrol boats, work boats, and seized pleasure craft; a trailer is not always part of the lot. See real boat hammer prices from the last 12 months, or narrow it to what they go for in California.
Pickup information
Sacramento, CA 95834
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The buyer is responsible for all aspects of pick-up / removal, including but not limited to packing, loading, transportation and exporting. Note: Please read item description for pick-up options. Removal is by appointment only. All items must be picked-up / removed within 10 (ten) business days from auction closure, unless otherwise stated in the asset description. If any item(s) is not removed within the allotted time frame, the item(s) may be declared abandoned. At the time of pick-up / removal, you will be required to present the seller with a copy of your Buyer’s Certificate and/or bill of sale, and potentially other documentation (e.g., copy of driver's license, Authorization of Release, etc). When making a removal appointment, please confirm with the seller what is needed to release the item(s).
