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Chris Carney, CPYB
2008 Hydra-Sports 35' (10.67 m) 3500 VX Vector Express
Tiverton, Rhode Island, United States
TILIKUM
2008 35’ Hydra-Sports 3500 VX Vector Express “TILIKUM”
Tax Paid
Flag of Registry: United States
Port of Registry: Guilford, CT
- Express Cruiser
- Power
- Used
- Gas/Petrol
- Kevlar Composite Hull
- HIN/IMO: GHYVXA06J708
| FEATURES: |
|---|
| Suzuki Power (Triples) |
| Garmin Electronics |
| Fusion Sound System |
| Kevlar Hull |
| Deep-V |
| Notable Upgrades: Repowered in 2021 |
Description
Purpose-built for those who want it all, the Hydra-Sports 3500 VX delivers offshore muscle with express cruiser luxury. Her Kevlar-reinforced hull and 23° deadrise deep-V design translate to a solid, confident ride, even in sporty conditions. The wide beam and intelligent deck layout create generous space for both serious fishing and entertaining. Below deck, a full express cabin with comfortable overnighting accommodations for two couples. The VX remains one of the most capable 35-footers in its class.
Highlights Include:
- Re-powered in 2021 with Triple Suzuki 300s, 145 Hours as of 11/2025, Optimus 360 Joystick System, Troll Mode, and Precision Steering
- 34 MPH Cruise / 51 MPH Top End
- Full suite of Garmin Electronics, including dual 12” MFDs, Radar, Auto-Pilot, and Fusion Sound System
- All onboard systems have been serviced or replaced within the past four years
Specifications
HIN/IMO: GHYVXA06J708
Official Number: 1308882
In Stock: Yes
LOA: 34' 10'' (10.62 Meters)
Type: Power- Used
Year: 2008
Beam: 11' 5''
Draft Max: 2'
Draft Min: 2' 0''
Cabins: 1
Sleeps: 4
V Berths: 1
Double Berths: 2
Heads: 1
Head Room: 6' 2''
Pullmans: 2
Convertibles: 1
Maximum Speed: 51 MPH
Cruise Speed: 34 MPH
Range NMI: 290
Fuel Type: Gas/Petrol
Deadrise: 23
Hull Material: Kevlar Composite
Hull Finish: Black Awlgrip
Air Conditioning: Yes
Tower: No
Bow Thruster: Yes
Fuel Tank: 372 Gallons (1408.17 Liters)
Fresh Water: 40 Gallons (151.42 Liters)
Holding Tank: 12 Gallons (45.42 Liters)
Dry Weight: 14000
Designer: Sidney Lanier
Builder: Hydra-Sports Yachts, Sarasota FL
Exterior Color: Black
Seating Capacity: 10
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Engines
Engine 1
- Engine Make: Suzuki
- Engine Model: DF300APXW3
- Engine Year: 2021
- Engine Type: Outboard 4 Stroke
- Drive Type: Direct
- Power HP: 300.00
- Power KW: 223.71
- Fuel Type: Gas/Petrol
- Hours: 145.00
- Hours Date: 11-12-2025
- Serial Number: 30002P-142491
- Engine Location: Port
Engine 2
- Engine Make: Suzuki
- Engine Model: DF300APXXW3
- Engine Year: 2021
- Engine Type: Outboard 4 Stroke
- Drive Type: Direct
- Power HP: 300.00
- Power KW: 223.71
- Fuel Type: Gas/Petrol
- Hours: 145.00
- Hours Date: 11-12-2025
- Serial Number: 30002P-142795
- Engine Location: Middle
Engine 3
- Engine Make: Suzuki
- Engine Model: DF300APXW3
- Engine Year: 2021
- Engine Type: Outboard 4 Stroke
- Drive Type: Direct
- Power HP: 300.00
- Power KW: 223.71
- Fuel Type: Gas/Petrol
- Hours: 145.00
- Hours Date: 11-12-2025
- Serial Number: 30002P-142502
- Engine Location: Starboard
Generators
Generator 1
- Generator Make: Kohler
- Generator Model: 7.3 ECD Gasoline
- Generator KW: 7.30
- Generator Hours: 20
- Generator Date Hours Recorded: 11/12/2025
Full Details
CONSTRUCTION, HULL & DECK:
Built with an all-composite structure and hand-laid FRP lamination. Hull and deck are pre-cut bi-axial FRP fabric with woven roving and Kevlar reinforcement. The grid system is Kevlar-reinforced FRP bonded to the hull using methacrylate adhesive. Integral composite transom. All through-hull fittings are bronze below the waterline, and stainless steel above. Flat deck surfaces are white premium gelcoat with contrasting diamond-patterned molded non-skid areas. One-piece 14” stainless steel bow rail tapers at midship. Large FRP hardtop with painted non-skid top on 3” welded tube legs (powder-coated white). Reinforcing hardtop bars curve outboard, giving unobstructed visibility from the helm.
Hull: Black Awlgrip
Bootstripe: White Hydra-Sports Style Striping
Bottom: Black Anti-Fouling
- Maxwell 12V RC8 vertical windlass (2022) with deck chain snubber - footswitch and helm control
- S/S Lewmar DTX anchor and West Marine spare in dedicated bow storage locker
- Galvanized chain and nylon rode
- (7) 8” S/S pop-up cleats
- 3-sided Isinglass enclosure with U-shaped opening windows
- Water-line S/S bow eye
- (2) S/S transom eyes
- (3) Bowmar FRP opening foredeck hatches with screens - white
- (9) rocket launchers on the back of the hardtop
- (13) gunwale rod holders
- Taco 280 30 offset Grand Slam outriggers on hardtop - black and gold
- LED lighting on the underside of the hardtop
- Dual S/S trumpet horns on hardtop (2024)
- Bomar FRP opening hatch on hardtop - white
- Handrails - powder-coated white
- Molded S/S cupholders throughout
- 20” anchor light on hardtop (2024)
- Multiple-tackle storage lockers with Plano drawers
- Large stern rigging station
- 40-gallon transom livewell
- (2) in-deck insulated fish boxes on macerator pumps (New pumps, 2024)
- Starboard-side dive door with removable heavy-duty aluminum Armstrong swim ladder - ladder storage in deck hatch
- Freshwater hot & cold transom shower
- Hinged transom door
- Freshwater washdown inlet - transom
- Raw water washdown inlet - cockpit
- Aft-facing bench seat with cooler storage compartment beneath
- Retractable transom bench seat
- L-shaped forward seating for 4 people with cupholders and storage boxes beneath
- Molded 4-step centerline staircase leads from the forward seating area to the bow with S/S handrails
- (2) Lumitec LED underwater lights
- Cockpit bolstering, bow sun-pad, forward seating, and helm chair were re-upholstered (2021)
- Docklines and fenders
HELM CONSOLE, NAVIGATION & ELECTRONICS:
- (2) Electric helm chairs with articulating bolsters and armrests
- All dash switching was replaced with Blue Seas Contura II (2024)
- Upper and lower custom dash panels by American Offshore - black acrylic (2025)
- (2) glove boxes, (1) clear glass starboard on the helm console
- 12V socket plugs
- Edson S/S steering wheel with powerknob
- Large Taylor Made helm windshield
- Large helm console with door access to the genset and storage space beneath
- Stamoid helm cover - white
- (2) Garmin 12” 1242XSV MFDs (2021)
- Garmin 18 GMR radar dome (2021)
- Auto-pilot (2021)
- Suzuki SMD 7” engine data display (2021)
- Suzuki engine data available on Garmin MFDs
- ICOM flush-mounted VHF with a 6’ Shakespeare antenna on hardtop
- ICOM HM151 mic - positioned on the side of the helm dash
- Ritchie powerdamp compass
- GoLight Spotlight with helm control (2024)
- Red navigation light above console
- Lenco trim tab control
- Lewmar bow thruster control - stick
- Fusion Apollo Stereo (cabin) with (6) cockpit speakers (2021)
ACCOMMODATIONS & INTERIOR:
Air-conditioned express cabin with convertible forward dinette/ v-berth, mid-cabin berth, and stand-up head with shower. Compact galley/ wet-bar with refrigerator, sink, microwave, and ample storage. The VX interior delivers true weekender comfort on a fish-first platform. Fit-and-finish is upscale for her class, with practical storage and easy-clean surfaces.
- Sliding and locking FRP companion door
- The center of the V-berth houses a cherry dinette table
- Forward V-berth mirror
- Interior stereo speakers
- Pull-man style single berths to port and starboard of the V-berth
- Mid-cabin berth under companionway stairs with lighting and privacy curtain
- Teak & holly cabin sole
- Vinyl headliner and perforated vinyl fabric on bulkhead corners
- S/S basin sink with single lever faucet
- Norcold refrigerator
- Kenyon electric single-burner glass cooktop
- S/S Tappan microwave
- Built-in Contour coffee maker
- Galley storage shelving
- Dedicated trash receptacle
- Tan-speckled Corian countertops in the galley and head
- Hidden cabinet-style electrical panel
- Tobisha TV
- Sealand Vacuflush head
- Head cabinet storage, toilet paper holder, and towel ring
- Large mirror
- Tankwatch monitor for holding tank
- Xintex CO sniffer
- Fire extinguishers
TANKAGE & ECONOMY:
- Fuel: 372-gallon
- Waste: 12-gallon
- Water: 40-gallon
Reported Economy:
- 3500 rpm, 27-29 mph, burning 28-30 gph - efficient cruise
- 4000 rpm, 33-35 mph, burning 36-38 gph - ideal running cruise
- 4500 rpm, 38-40 mph, burning 45 gph - fast cruise
- 6000 rpm 50-51 mph, burning 80-85 gph - WOT
ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING & MECHANICAL SYSTEMS:
- 30 AMP / 120V system with (2) shore power inlets and cords
- (2) Promariner ProNautic 1260P battery chargers 60 AMP (2023)
- Batteries; (5) G31 AGM (All replaced, between 2021-2025)
- All flexible hoses in the boat have been replaced (2024)
- 12V waste macerator pump (2024)
- Marine Air 7K BTU for cabin & helm (New pump, 2024)
- (3) Rule bilge pumps on float switches, (1)-2000 gph aft, (1)-800 gph midship, (1)-500 gph fwd
- Bronze sea-strainers
- 10-gallon hot water heater
- (3) Suzuki White DP300APX 300 HP 4-stroke outboards with under 150 hours as of 11/2025 (2021)
- Suzuki Optimus 360 Joystick control system (2021)
- Dual top-mount digital Suzuki throttles with troll mode and precision control (2021)
- Optimus electric steering with a tie-bar on port and center motors (2021)
- 3-bladed S/S propellers
- Kohler 7.3KW ECD gasoline generator with 20 hours
- Lenco high-performance trim tabs, each on twin ram actuators (New actuators, 2023)
- Lewmar bowthruster - single blade
- Bonding system
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Chris was born and raised on Aquidneck Island, cruising and fishing his father's power boats from a young age. He continued by racing dinghies and small keelboats out of Tiverton Yacht Club. After graduating from the University of Rhode Island with a degree in Marine Affairs and Business, he comes to the team with the intent to build long-term relationships. His experience ranges from all aspects of marine services including private charter sailing, commissioning and diving. His passion for yachting and knowledge of boats has lead a clear career path in the industry. Chris can be found fishing or cruising the waters of Narragansett bay on his Palm beach with his yellow lab “Dublinâ€.