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1984 Custom 99' (30.18 m) Vinette 99 Paddle Wheel

Cocoa, Florida, United States

Opportunity is knocking! Everything needed to launch and operate an exciting business is available: an established website, current and future customer bookings, vendor contacts, and more. This is a very unique opportunity

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Vessel ID#     Last Updated: 2025-09-30 16:08:12

FEATURES:
   234 Passenger vessel w COI
   Commercial slip w pump out available-see details
   Loaded with fixtures and equipment
   Triple deck use
   Aluminum Paddle Wheel
Notable Upgrades: Notable Upgrades: - Triple decks provide versatile space for a variety of uses - Well-appointed dining area with ample room for special events - Fully equipped for hosting memorable gatherings - Regularly maintained by a professional crew, ensuring the vessel is always ready for new opportunities

Seller wants your best offer before upcoming haul out!

$ 952,300 USD

Description

For Sale: Indian River Queen – Turnkey Paddle Wheeler Opportunity


Step into a unique opportunity with the Indian River Queen—a steel-hulled paddle wheeler with capacity for up to 234 guests. This isn’t just a vessel; it has the potential for private use or charters, weddings, corporate events, and sightseeing tours. Let your dreams become a reality-there are no limits a vessel like this brings!


Opportunity Highlights:

- Event operation with documented success and a diverse revenue model (private charters, weddings, corporate events, sightseeing cruises, and themed tours).

- Immediate operation possible—fully equipped with entertainment facilities, safety gear, and logistical systems.

- Current U.S. Coast Guard Certificate of Inspection (valid through Nov 29, 2029) ensures regulatory compliance.


Don’t miss the opportunity to own or charter this one-of-a-kind floating venue—where every voyage is an unforgettable adventure!


Propulsion: Twin Cummins VT555S, 185HP@2800, reported that both engines have been recently rebuilt. Twin Disc Transmissions 2.51:1 Ratio, 2" stainless shafts w/muff joints & carries bearings, packless packing glands, drive shafts & rudders, skeg hung rudders, Vetus 10" tube bow thrust. Dual-function push/pull engine controls


Auxiliary Power: Northern Lights 30 KW diesel generator, Southwestern 20KW diesel generator, 2 ea. Interstate 2020 8-D acid batteries, w/ charge controls, dedicated generator batteries.


Tankage: Fuel: 1750 Gal fuel tank steel built into hull, 3x180=540 plastic tank supply water, 750 gal poly waste, 180 gallons potable


Safety Equipment: 2 Danforth 85lb fluke anchors, 1 large 155lb dredge anchor, Ideal Windlass, large inventory of PFD for each person aboard, signaling devices, large inventory of navigation electronics. Large capacity CO2 fire suppression system with required handheld extinguishers, all current dated, and 2-mile visible navigation lights.


Structural & Construction

Stringers: hull stiffness augmented by heavy steel 6" I beam longitudinal stringers

Keel: an enclosed ballast-type hollow keel extends approximately. 56" downward abaft of amidships centerline and tapers forward, flairs into forefoot.

Transom: raked and rounded into forefoot.

clean garboard areas


Vessel Features & Amenities:

- Custom signaling mast, integrated ladders and steps, and a custom rotary paddle wheel mounted on the transom

- Removable boarding Passarella for flexible guest access

- Custom-welded safety railings and multiple grab handrails throughout for enhanced safety

- Air-conditioned wheelhouse with full vessel controls and an entertainment station, featuring speakers throughout the vessel

- Engine-driven fire-fighting stations distributed across the vessel

- Clearly labeled PFD lockers on all deck levels for quick access

- Comprehensive intercom system for efficient vessel-wide communication, including the engine room

- Fully equipped galley service center with a full liquor bar, lockable storage area, wine chiller, and refrigeration systems

- Complete inventory of dining room and bar service ware and supplies for seamless event hosting


Additional Information:

- Dockage is available for rental or purchase

- The current business operation is also available for purchase


Assets & Support:

- Access to a network of trained crew and event staff

- Marketing and brand assets included, along with a loyal customer base and repeat business


Brewer Yacht Sales is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Engel & Völkers Yachting. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a particular vessel

Specifications

HIN/IMO: TDVDP832M84J

Official Number: 668945

Stock #: 1069045

In Stock: Yes

LOA: 99' (30.18 Meters)

Type: Power- Used

Year: 1984

Beam: 25'

LWL: 79' 2''

Draft Max: 6'

Fuel Type: Diesel

Hull Material: Steel

Hull Shape: Displacement

Special Offer: Yes

Air Conditioning: Yes

Tower: No

Bow Thruster: Yes

Fuel Tank: 3600 Gallons (13627.48 Liters)

Fresh Water: 2400 Gallons (9084.98 Liters)

Holding Tank: 3200 Gallons (12113.31 Liters)

Gross Tonnage: 88

Dry Weight: 166000

Builder: Vinette

Max Passengers: 234

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Engines

Engine 1

  • Engine Make: Cummins
  • Engine Model: VT555S
  • Engine Year: 1984
  • Engine Type: Inboard
  • Drive Type: Direct
  • Power HP: 185.00
  • Power KW: 137.95
  • Fuel Type: Diesel

Engine 2

  • Engine Make: Cummins
  • Engine Model: VT555S
  • Engine Year: 1984
  • Engine Type: Inboard
  • Drive Type: Direct
  • Power HP: 185.00
  • Power KW: 137.95
  • Fuel Type: Diesel

Generators

Generator 1

  • Generator Make: Northern Lights
  • Generator KW: 30.00

Generator 2

  • Generator Make: Southwestern
  • Generator KW: 20.00

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Disclaimer

The company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change or withdrawal without notice.

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