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
Hargrave Custom Yachts is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Northstar Yacht Sales. 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: 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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1887 West State Road 84
Fort Lauderdale FL 33315 USA
Office: 1-954-463-0555
Toll Free: 1-800-551-9590
Email: info@hargrave.org
Our company was founded by Jack Hargrave in 1957 in Palm Beach, Florida. In addition to being a Hall of Fame yacht designer best known for his work with builders like Amels, Burger, and Hatteras yachts, Jack Hargrave was also a highly successful yacht broker, as was his father before him. If you are not familiar with our company, Hargrave Yachts is one of the oldest and most respected yacht brokerage firms in the State of Florida. In addition to being a full-service yacht brokerage organization we maintain an in-house service department that our customers rate as 5-Star. When most yacht manufacturers put in their own in-house design and engineering departments we made the decision to begin building yachts in the 65’-200’ size range under the Hargrave brand name in 1997. As we tell all our brokerage clients, "If we can't find the perfect boat for you we'll build it!"