1991 Oyster Lightwave 48 for Sale – 48 ft – Tampa, FL, United States

1991 Oyster Lightwave 48 “Pacific Pearl” — Bluewater-Ready, Extensively Refit & Beautifully Maintained. 

She is an innovative, fast, and seaworthy bluewater cruiser designed by Carl Schumacher and built by Oyster Marine. One of only nineteen Lightwave 48s produced, she combines performance, craftsmanship, and comfort in a true world-voyaging yacht. For Pacific Pearl, 180-NM days are routine under sail.

A comprehensive refit in 2022 and continuous upgrades through 2025 have kept Pacific Pearl in exceptional condition- ready for extended offshore passages or elegant local cruising.

Highlights:

• Volvo D55 engine rebuilt with Volvo factory parts (June 2025)
• New Max-Prop (Sept 2025)
• New Lofrans windlass (Sept 2025)
• New Mantus 85 lb anchor (Oct 2024)
• New boom (Sept 2025)
• New bimini top (June 2025)
• New interior upholstery (October 2025)
• Spectra 380C watermaker, 525 W solar array, new batteries (2022)
• Interior lacquer refresh (Winter 2025)
• Propane system updated to U.S. standard (2024)
• Jonbuoy serviced (Sept 2025); new ditch bag, Mustang PFDs & AIS transmitter (Oct 2024)
  

Current location: Tampa, Florida

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"Pacific Pearl" is a proven offshore cruiser with a pedigree that speaks for itself. Built to Oyster’s renowned standards and designed for safe, fast passages, she’s a standout among performance bluewater yachts. Now located in Florida, she’s poised for immediate cruising as the Caribbean season approaches. This Oyster 48 offers a rare balance of comfort, craftsmanship, and capability- ready to take her next owners anywhere in the world in confidence.