Thinking about going bigger

Most 52' Hatteras had 12v71 TI's from what I've seen and they do cruise at 22 knots, not a rocket ship and thirsty as well. What is your budget. I think the 50' Post is mostly what you're looking for. The 820 mans cruise it at 26 knots at around 60 gph, so fuel burn is good for it's size and speed. It has 2 staterooms but I cannot remember what they look like, but I believe they both have decent size berths I think a full in the bow and a queen on the starboard side midships. Beamy, fairly good ride, a touch wet, nice cockpit. But remember nothing is going to be perfect. Another thought is finding a used custom in that size, but then you get into price.

Ruby

1200 hours on my 820s and going strong. The 1000 hour was $15k, but they go thru just about everything. Very fuel efficient, runs at 1800 rpm/26knots all day long without a whimper. You either love them or hate them. The "grenades" were a piston head problem that was remedied many years ago and taken care of under warranty.

The 50 Post really makes alot of sense for what you are looking for.
Beau seems to have great luck with the 820's

55 gph @ 25 knots with 8V92TA's, Full Size Fridge, Big salon, go for a Post 50!

Update on my engine hours. I'm at 1600 presently - must have been a senior moment?

My 1994 Post 50.

I'm lurking here all too often now. Wife and I are seriously considering a late 80's 46' as our next boat. I really don't want to pull the trigger for about 24 months right now. I'm still in the early stages of research, so you'll see me lurking and asking plenty of questions. Beautiful boats...

Check out a 53 Cavileer?? 3sr/2 head layout with galley up. There is a 2002 on YW that has 355 hrs on a pair of 3406e CATs. No relation to the boat, but it fits your list.

I'm pretty sure they were purchased and made in the same factory as Egg Harbor, by Egg Harbor. Just like the Davis line. Call Egg Harbor and ask them.

If you don't like the MANs in the 50, there are several on the market that had either the 3406e CAT package ( I have the CATs. Like em so far...) and the lesser HP series 60 Detroits.