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Hi-Star 48 / Hi Star 48 (Velegnet som sejlende husbåd)
The Hi-Star 48 is a spacious and versatile motorboat that combines comfort and functionality, making it suitable for longer stays or as a houseboat. The boat was recognized for its robust construction, thoughtful engineering and comfortable sailing characteristics. The Hi-Star 48 is built on a modified V-hull with moderate width, under-deck insulation and a solid fiberglass bottom.
To leeward, the boat has a classic teak interior, which was popular with Asian boatyards. Unlike other motor yachts of the same size, which typically have three cabins, the Hi-Star 48 offers an open layout with a high saloon with panoramic windows, two spacious cabins with their own separate toilet, a full-size dining area and fully equipped pantry
The Hi-Star 48 is a spacious and versatile motorboat that combines comfort and functionality, making it suitable for longer stays or as a houseboat. The boat was recognized for its robust construction, thoughtful engineering and comfortable sailing characteristics. The Hi-Star 48 is built on a modified V-hull with moderate width, under-deck insulation and a solid fiberglass bottom.
To leeward, the boat has a classic teak interior, which was popular with Asian boatyards. Unlike other motor yachts of the same size, which typically have three cabins, the Hi-Star 48 offers an open layout with a high saloon with panoramic windows, two spacious cabins with their own separate toilet, a full-size dining area and fully equipped pantry, a large aft area sheltered from the elements by a canopy and hardtop. The boat is maneuvered with a good overview from the flybridge and the wide side deck provides easy access to the foredeck.
The following equipment on this particular example is highlighted:
- Highly suitable as a sailing houseboat
- Fully equipped pantry with induction hob, stove, large refrigerator and hot/cold pressurized water
- 9 kW diesel generator
- Webasto diesel heater
- Large battery pack connected to solar cells
- Insulated under deck
- Remote controlled stern and bow thruster
- Raymarine autopilot and chartplotter with fishfinder
- Electric windlass
- Seller states that engines have run around 150 hours since refit
General information about the yard:
Hi-Star Marine is a shipyard from Taiwan that gained international recognition for its luxury motor yachts, especially in the 1980s and 1990s. Known for its high build and engineering quality, the yard's boats were often seen as well-built and affordable alternatives to more expensive Western models. With a blend of Asian craftsmanship and technological innovations, Hi-Star Marine focused on creating boats that combined durability, comfort and performance.
Their boats, including the Hi-Star 48, are typically built on solid hulls, often with fiberglass and other modern materials, making them both strong and lightweight. Inside, many of their models are known for their beautiful woodwork, typically in teak, giving a classic and elegant look that appeals to sailors with an eye for detail and quality.
Hi-Star Marine managed to build a solid reputation in the international market, especially in the US, where their boats became popular for their spacious layouts and good sailing performance, making them suitable for both cruising and as houseboats.
The Hi-Star 48 is a spacious and versatile motorboat that combines comfort and functionality, making it suitable for longer stays or as a houseboat. The boat was recognized for its robust construction, thoughtful engineering and comfortable sailing characteristics. The Hi-Star 48 is built on a modified V-hull with moderate width, under-deck insulation and a solid fiberglass bottom.
To leeward, the boat has a classic teak interior, which was popular with Asian boatyards. Unlike other motor yachts of the same size, which typically have three cabins, the Hi-Star 48 offers an open layout with a high saloon with panoramic windows, two spacious cabins with their own separate toilet, a full-size dining area and fully equipped pantry