1969 Derecktor 68 Hunt Motor Yacht for Sale – 68 ft – Lusby, MD, United States

A truly exceptional opportunity to acquire a piece of American maritime history: the stunning classic motor yacht 'Summer Song.' Launched by the prestigious Derecktor shipyard in New York in 1969, this vessel embodies timeless elegance, masterfully blended classic design with modern performance.

A comprehensive, multi-million-dollar refit in 2007, featuring an extension and repower, seamlessly integrated with continuous upgrades under meticulous current ownership since 2017. 

Enjoy comfortable, efficient cruising with a top speed of 19 knots, as she currently navigates the Chesapeake Bay. Recent 2024 and 2025 enhancements underscore her readiness for immediate cruising, ensuring she is in prime condition. This iconic American yacht offers a rare combination of comfort, efficiency, and historical prestige.

Recent Work 2024 and 2025 Includes:

2024:

•    NEW STARBOARD GENERATOR
•    VIKING 8-PERSON LIFE RAFT
•    NEW ACR EPIRB
•    DISTRESS KIT 
•    NEW SALON AIR HANDLER
•    HEAD HUNTER TANK MONITORING SYSTEM

2025:

•    FRESH BOTTOM PAINT
•    NEW ANODES
•    PROP SPEED ON RUNNING GEAR
•    NEW SHAFT SEALS
•    NEW STABILIZERS SEALS
•    NEW BILGE PUMP
•    ENGINE ALIGNMENT
•    NEW MAIN ENGINE START BATTERIES

SUMMER SONG was built at the Derecktor Yard in NY under the supervision of Mr. Robert Derecktor. She is a comfortable ride, quiet and fast. She underwent a stem-to-stern refit in 2007 at a cost of over $4 million at Bradford Marine in FL. All records relating to this are on board.  She is equipped with numerous redundant systems to ensure continued enjoyment. Currently cruising the Chesapeake Bay with winters in the Carolinas. 

During the refit, most of the major systems were also replaced. Those include but are not limited to:
Main Engines
Gensets (2)
Electronics Suite (Garmin GPS 5212 and 5208 added in 2015)
Fuel Manifold
Wiring
Air Conditioning system
Interior decking/carpet
Galley: New Range, Refrigerator
Hot Water Tanks

MAJOR WORKS UNDER CURRENT OWNERSHIP:

All Exterior Paint, 2017
Cutlass Bearings replaced, 2023
Shafts and Props were removed, balanced, and reinstalled, 2023

2024:
New Genset: STBD, replaced with NEW, $25,000
New 8-Person liferaft 
New ACR EPIRB
Lower Saloon Roof repaint with Awlgrip
Bottom Paint / Anodes
Salon air handler replaced
Headhunter 110 vAC water pump
Headhunter 24 vDC water pump
Galley Hood
New Headhunter Tank Sentry units 
Fuel Transfer Pump
STBD Trim Tab Pump/Tank replaced
STBD Hot Water Tank Heating Element
Lazarette Bilge Pump Float Switch
Tender Battery
Anchor Bridal