"First Bite" 74' Viking 74' · 2004
3 Staterooms · 6 Guests · Twin diesel, 2,000 hp each · Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Key Specifications
Length74'22.6m LOA
BuilderVikingSportfish
Year2004Refit 2019
Guests63 staterooms
Fuel3,000 gal380 gal water
Asking Price$1,300,000USD
Offered by its listing brokerage through the YATCO MLS - details and photos courtesy of the listing broker, as of August 19, 2026. Double G Yacht Sales acts as your buyer's representative at no cost to you.
M/Y First Bite
A 2004 Viking 74-footer refreshed in 2019 and ready to run.
"First Bite" is a 2004 Viking 74' sportfish offered for sale at $1,300,000, lying Fort Lauderdale, Florida. South Florida is the world capital of sportfishing boats - the deepest inventory, the best rigging yards, and the fastest-moving market for well-kept hulls.
Power is twin diesel, 2,000 hp each, showing 7,740 hours.
Accommodations run to 3 staterooms for 6 guests, plus crew quarters sleeping 2.
Highlights
What sets this hull apart on today's market.
Greg Gaus runs and sells performance boats out of Fort Lauderdale - his current central listings include the Viking 45 Open "The Wroe Boat", a Midnight Express 43, and a Formula 430 SSC - and he spent 20+ years as a professional captain. That is the lens every Double G buyer gets on this listing: what the hull is really worth, what the survey should focus on, and how she compares with every sistership currently for sale.
- Refit 2019 - updated systems and finishes
- Twin diesel, 2,000 hp each — 7,740 hours
- 3 staterooms for 6 guests · 3 heads
- 1 crew cabins sleeping 2
- 3,000 gal fuel - Bahamas and Caribbean legs without stress
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FIRST BITE is a 2004 74' convertible Viking with a model year of 2005. She has a fiberglass hull and maximum speed of 29 knots and cruising speed of 25 knots. She has x2 MTU Diesel engines with 2000 Hp. She has a hydraulic steering system and new batteries. Domestic 2 chiller air-conditioning system.Listing description · YATCO MLS
Buyer Representation
Buy her with Greg on your side of the table.
No cost to you - the buyer's broker is paid from the existing listing commission
Full-market search - every comparable hull on the YATCO MLS compared before you offer
Licensed captain, 20+ years - attends survey and sea trial personally
Sold-price data - negotiation backed by confirmed market results, not asking prices
Full Specifications
74' Viking "First Bite" Dossier
Dimensions & Capacities
LOA74 ft
Beam19.7 ft
Max Draft5.5 ft
Fuel Capacity3,000 gal
Water Capacity380 gal
Performance
EnginesTwin diesel, 2,000 hp each
Engine Hours7,740
Accommodations
Staterooms3
Sleeps6
Heads3
Crew Cabins1
Build & Listing
BuilderViking
ModelSportfish
Year2004
Refit2019
LocationFort Lauderdale, Florida
Asking Price$1,300,000
Common Questions
"First Bite" questions, answered.
How much does the 74' Viking "First Bite" cost?
The asking price is $1,300,000. Contact Greg Gaus at Double G Yacht Sales at (954) 881-5500 - as your buyer's broker he negotiates on your side, at no cost to you.
Who is selling "First Bite"?
"First Bite" is offered by its listing brokerage through the YATCO MLS. Greg Gaus of Double G Yacht Sales represents you, the buyer: independent advice on price, survey attendance, and negotiation, paid from the existing listing commission - never by you.
What does it cost to run a 74-foot sportfish?
As of 2026, industry estimates for a crewed 74-footer typically run mid to high six figures per year, with a crew of roughly four to six, covering crew, fuel, insurance, dockage, and maintenance. Greg can build a realistic operating budget for this yacht before you offer.
Where can I see "First Bite"?
She is lying in Fort Lauderdale, Florida and shows by appointment through your broker. Contact Double G Yacht Sales to arrange a private showing.
How does the purchase process work?
Accepted offer, then a survey and sea trial contingency of typically 7 to 14 days. Greg - a licensed captain with 20+ years at sea - attends the survey and sea trial personally and manages everything through closing.
How much is Florida sales tax on a yacht?
Florida charges 6% sales tax on boats but caps the total at $18,000 per vessel regardless of price - one of the most favorable regimes in the US. Out-of-state buyers who remove the vessel within the statutory window may qualify for an exemption.
Interested in "First Bite"?
Have Greg Represent Your Offer
Asking $1,300,000, lying Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Contact Greg Gaus for the full specification package, sisterships comparison, and a private showing - buyer representation at no cost to you.
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