Johnson 56

1993/2002 Johnson 56’ Motor Yacht – Shelia Renee’ II

Refit by Manufacturer in 2002 – Stunning Birdseye Maple Interior

Specifications

• LOA: 56’


• Beam: 16’


• Draft: 4’ 6”


• Engines: Twin MAN D2840LXE (820hp each) – less than 200 hours since rebuild in 2021


• Cruising Speed: 22 knots


• Max Speed: 28 knots


• Fuel Capacity: 600 gallons


• Water Capacity: 250 gallons


• Holding Tanks: 80 gallons total (50 & 30 gallons)


• Generator: Onan 12 kW, new motherboard & hour meter, ~500 hours

Interior & Accommodations

• Three staterooms, two and a half heads – all with cedar-lined closets and smart TVs with Blu-ray players


• Master Suite: Centerline queen, ensuite head with shower, walk-in closet, and a 32” Vizio smart TV


• VIP Suite: Centerline queen, ensuite head with shower, 32” Vizio smart TV


• Guest Suite: Twin beds, day head access, 25” Vizio smart TV


• Salon: Leather L-shaped couch, 50” Vizio smart TV, Blu-ray player, wet bar with glassed-in Birdseye maple cabinetry


• Galley: Sub-Zero fridge/freezer (2023 service), KitchenAid cooktop, GE Monogram microwave/convection oven, EdgeStar ice maker, granite countertops, stainless steel backsplash


• Dinette: U-shaped with leather upholstery

Mechanical & Electrical

• Engines inspected/rebuilt 2021 (Performance Diesel)


• Reverso oil change system for engines, generator, and transmissions (2025)


• 8D series house batteries (2023)


• Separate 12V house and 24V engine battery chargers


• Four air conditioning units (one new CTM self-contained unit, three Cruiseair split units recently serviced)


• Bennett trim tabs


• Garmin navigation suite (all installed 2023):




• GPSMAP 8616xsv


• M265LH in-hull transducer


• GMR Fantom 24x radar


• GC 200 Marine IP camera


• GMS 10 network port expander


• VHF 215 AIS radio, Shakespeare Galaxy antenna


• USB chart reader

Deck & Exterior Features

• Maxwell windlass (rebuilt 2024) with 200’ of new galvanized chain


• Danforth stainless steel anchor


• Hot/cold transom shower on swim platform


• Fresh water washdowns at anchor pulpit and aft deck


• Three-way entry from aft deck (port, starboard, and swim platform access)


• Sunbrella bimini with Strataglass enclosure


• Flybridge seating for seven


• Zincs and anodes changed and bottom cleaned every 3-4 months


• Bottom was extensively refurbished in 2020 with fiberglass repairs, barrier coats, and bottom paint

Other Highlights

• Small crew quarters at bow with fold-down bunk and plumbing for head, sink, and shower (currently disconnected but easily reconnected)


• Cedar-lined cabinetry and storage throughout


• Luxurious Birdseye maple wood finish throughout (refit by manufacturer in 2002)

Sheila Renee’ II is a rare find – a Bill Dixon-designed yacht extensively updated and boasting the timeless elegance of Birdseye maple joinery. Her low-hour engines, fresh Garmin suite, and impressive list of upgrades make her ready to cruise today.

Text-call Burke at or email Burke@LittleYachtSales.com for any questions or to arrange a showing and experience this yacht’s luxurious charm and firsthand.