52' 1989 Nordic 52

True pride in ownership is shown on this one-owner 52-foot NORDIC YACHT

 Grocery Boy is a rugged, upgraded, semi-custom vessel built for serious blue-water cruising and fishing. Powered by legendary, commercial-duty Lugger diesels and boasting an impressive 800-gallon fuel capacity, this vessel offers incredible range and self-sufficiency. Having undergone two major structural refits and continuous system upgrades, she is fully equipped and ready for her next adventure.

Key Specifications & Mechanical

• Year Built: 1989 (Major refits in 1992 and 2010)
• Engines: Commercial-Duty Lugger Diesels
• Engine Status: Top-end overhaul completed at 10,000 hours; 7,800 hours logged since overhaul.
• Fuel Capacity: 800 gallons (Incredible long-range capability)
• Generators: Dual generator setup for redundant power:
• 6 kW Northern Lights Generator (New 2020 | 1,410 hours)
• 8 kW Generator (5,137 hours)
• Control Stations: Three stations for ultimate maneuverability: Pilothouse, Flybridge, and Back Deck.

Major Refits & Structural Upgrades 1992 Major Refit

• Foredeck Modification: Foredeck removed and a new bow mold built, raising the foredeck by 18 inches.
• Storage & Comfort: Added large, built-in deck lockers and significantly expanded the space in the Master Stateroom.

2010 Major Refit

• Hull Extension: Custom 3-foot hull extension adding massive internal storage and creating an extra-large swim step—perfect for diving, fishing, or easy boarding.

Cockpit, Deck & Fishing Features

Designed with the avid angler and cruiser in mind, the aft cockpit is highly functional and comfortable.

• Fishing Ready: Large built-in fish box, live well, and a dedicated back-deck steering/control station with a fish finder repeater.
• Aesthetics: Beautifully maintained canvas-covered teak cap rail.
• Watermaker: High-capacity watermaker equipped with brand-new membranes (2024).
• Bridge Refrigeration: Massive 12 cu. ft. bridge freezer with a new compressor (2018)—ideal for provisioning on long trips or storing the catch of the day.

Galley & Accommodations

• Refrigeration: 9 cu. ft. refrigerator featuring a new compressor and condenser.
• Freezer Space: Convenient 6 cu. ft. galley drawer freezer.
• Master Stateroom: Generously oversized due to the custom 1992 bow refit.

Electronics & Navigation

The helm stations are equipped with redundant navigation and communication packages:

Equipment

Navigation Software, Time Zero Software with Dedicated Computer

NEW 2024 Autopilot Pump, and CT-12 Box

NEW 2024Primary SounderFuruno FFC 295 Video Sounder

NEW 2021Sounder/PlotterFuruno 1870 (with Repeater on Back Deck)

NEW 2020RadarFuruno Radar and upgraded

NEW 2018 VHF Radio #1ICOM M605 VHF Radio #2ICOM M506