03/12/2026
Some boats are bought.
Others are rebuilt with a purpose.
Leatherback is the second kind.
She started as one of the most respected offshore hulls ever built - the Albemarle 28 Express. A 24-degree deep-V designed to run hard when the weather turns and bring you home when others stay at the dock.
But this one didn’t just get cleaned up…
She was completely reimagined.
New Mercury 350 Mag MPI power.
New wiring. New batteries. New seals. New systems.
Every major component has been redone so the next owner doesn’t inherit a project…
They inherit a finished boat.
The helm is now fully modernized with a complete Garmin navigation suite - radar, autopilot, digital displays - everything you need to confidently run offshore.
And then there’s the detail most people won’t expect…
A custom lithium battery bank capable of running the air conditioning for 8+ hours without a generator.
Quiet nights at anchor.
No humming.
Just the sound of the water against the hull.
Inside and out she’s been updated for comfort and style:
• Aqua Traction decking throughout
• New AC, water heater, and toilet
• Premium audio with high-output speakers
• Custom swim platform and ladder
• New helm enclosure to keep the weather out
What you end up with is something rare:
The legendary offshore capability Albemarle is known for…
With the technology, comfort, and reliability of a modern boat.
If you’ve been looking for a turn-key offshore machine that’s already had the hard work done…
Leatherback might be the one.
⚓ See the full listing, specs, and photos:
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