1998 Hunter Passage 450 | “Heart of Gold” Well-equipped center cockpit cruiser, proven Caribbean boat, watermaker, air conditioning 2021 Survey available on request. Heart of Gold is a well-maintained Hunter Passage 450 that has spent her life as a comfortable Caribbean cruising yacht. The Passage 450 is known for its spacious center cockpit layout, excellent liveaboard accommodation, and easy handling under sail or power, making it an ideal choice for couples planning extended cruising or a liveaboard lifestyle. A 2021 condition and valuation survey found the vessel to be structurally sound, with machinery, systems, and equipment installed to ABYC and USCG standards. The boat was surveyed both afloat and hauled, with bottom inspection, sea trial, and system testing completed. Powered by a Yanmar 4JH2-HTE diesel with approximately 2,635 hours, the boat offers reliable cruising performance, supported by a Fischer Panda 8 kW generator installed in 2017. Onboard systems are designed for independence at anchor, including air conditioning, a watermaker, large tankage, and a robust DC and AC electrical setup with inverter. Sail handling is straightforward with in-mast furling, electric and self-tailing Lewmar winches, and a well-laid-out cockpit protected by a full dodger and bimini enclosure. Ground tackle includes a powered windlass with primary and spare anchors, making anchoring simple and secure. Below decks, the Passage 450 delivers a bright, spacious interior with a generous owner’s cabin, multiple heads, quality joinery, and a practical galley equipped for long-term cruising. Air conditioning throughout, ample refrigeration, and abundant storage make this boat particularly well suited to warm-water cruising and liveaboard use. This is a turnkey cruising platform with the right equipment package, proven systems, and a solid survey history, ready for her next owner to cruise the Caribbean or beyond.