New Model: Bavaria 420 Virtess Coupe

 

Introduced in the final part of 2012, is Bavaria second model of its new Vitress line series the Coupe version of the 420.  Based on all minus the flybridge on the standard 420 Virtess, the Coupe series looks to a more your young audience and type of customer.  The 420 Virtess Coupe offers all the nice features Bavaria and Italian designer Marco Casali brought to the table with a clever three double cabins lower deck, and a living main deck which joins with the aft cockpit thanks to the sliding of the patio door.  A nice feature on the 420 Virtess Coupe is the moving of the aft bulkhead on the cockpit which makes the deck becoming a terrace on the sea.  Another clever solution is the use of the hard-top which as in bigger hard top models this features a sunbathing area reachable by the ladder to port side.  Power is three Volvo engine from 370 to 435hp with stern drives and IPS pods available as propulsion.

Technical Data:

LOA - 13.6 m (44.6ft)

LOA - 12.3 m ex bathing platform

Hull Length - 11.95 m

Beam - 4.21 m

Draft - 1.11 m

Displacement - 11,000 kg

Fuel Capacity - 1200 l

Water Capacity - 420 l

Accommodation - 6 berths in 3 cabins

Max Persons - 12

Engines - 2 x Volvo D6 370hp, D6 400hp, D6 435hp

Propulsion - Volvo DPH dual prop stern drive, or Volvo IPS500 or 600 forward looking pod

Project - Too Design Marco Casali

Certification - CE B

www.bavaria-yachtbau.com

Project: Heesen 55m YN 17255

Heesen Yachts is proud to announce the sale of the first 55m steel fast displacement motor yacht.  Hull number: YN 17255 has been sold thanks to a beneficial collaboration.  The Heesen 55m steel fast displacement class was first introduced at “The future is now” Press conference held at the Monaco Yacht Club during the 2012 Monaco Yacht Show, where this Dutch shipyard presented several new models: as well as the 55m steel fast displacement, the 42m fast displacement equipped Hull Vane - sold even before it was introduced on the market, and the 45m fly bridge.  Working with the most radical thinkers, these three new yachts were developed to overcome seemingly opposing attributes: to go faster but use less fuel, to increase range and speed, optimize performance but reduce environmental impact, to enable uncompromised interior design without compromising performance.
YN 17255, whose fast displacement hull form was developed by Van Oossanen Naval Architects, will reach the remarkable maximum speed of 16knots with a range of 4.500Nm at a cruising speed of 13 knots. Frank Laupman from Omega Architects created the elegant lines of this new Heesen 55 metre.  YN 17255 also boasts extensive outdoor spaces with its 110 square metre sun deck and a 70 square metre Owner’s private terrace located forward. Tenders and toys are stored in the garage located at the front of the vessel and launched from the two gull-wings doors on each side; hence the lazarette can be dedicated to a wide beach club and gym with a generous swim platform that allows the Owner and guests to swim and relax right at the sea’s edge. Twelve guests are accommodated in six cabins: the master suite traditionally located on the main deck forward features a side recessed balcony; a full beam VIP on the lower deck alongside two twins and two doubles. YN 17255 will be delivered to her Owner in Summer 2015.

www.heesenyachts.com

Project: Astondoa 63 Top Deck

Some projects come which try to re-invent the wheel of how a boat should look, many go while some are perceived well by the market and create a new segment.  The Astondoa 63 Top Deck designed by Luiz de Basto is a very innovative concept for its layout, looks, and what it brings on the table.  From a certain point of view the 63 Top Deck can look as it is one of those crusing boats which take tourists around in popular coast line areas, investigate close and you notice this is not the case.  Surely looking at the renderings it brings a lot of fresh design in a nineteen meter sport yacht.  Obviously the most interesting part is the main deck and its full use of space from fore to aft.  This creates an unusual spacious area for entairtainment, with bar areas, lounges, sunpad, and a jacuzzi spa bath.  Below the standard layout offers two cabins sleeping five, plus a saloon galley lounge area to fore.  Power is twin Volvo 700hp with IPS pod propulsion with estimated top speeds of 36 knots and a cruise of 25.

www.astondoasa.com  

New Model: Magazzu MX-11 Coupe

Magazzu is making a huge statement in the large rib cruisers sector presenting interesting models.  Most important some of the large models still have the feel and usability that a rib should offer while still presenting over night accommodation for two below.  This is certainly the case for the MX-11 Coupe presented by Magazzu in 2012.  The full exterior of the MX-11 Coupe are indeed complimented by a cabin which sleeps two in a Vee shaped berth, and featuring a shower head to starboard side.  A galley is located outside behind the centre console on the large main deck.  Power choices start at 500 and go up to 900hp with max speeds estimated of 60 knots possible with the large options.

Technical Data:

LOA - 11.0 m (36ft)

Beam - 3.60 m

Fuel Capacity - 2 x 370 l
Water Capacity - 370 l

Accommodation - 2 berths

Max Persons - 18

Engines - 2 x engines form 500 up to 1000hp

Propulsion - stern drive, or surface drives

Speed - 60 knots max

Hull Shape - twin step deep Vee

Construction - fiberglass in composite with carbon fiber and epoxy resins

Certification - CE B

www.magazzu.com

Project: Clipper 50 Explorer

Down under boat builder Clipper presents the new Explorer series a long range pilot-house blue water cruisers designed by renowned naval architect Mark Williamson from Australia. The first model of the range the 50 Explorer will debut this year and is available in a two, or three cabins layouts. The two cabin version offers a full beam master stateroom amidships with island bed along with a generous VIP cabin forward, both with ensuites. A new contemporary saloon, galley and pilot house design featuring your choice of West African teak or a lighter Aniegre wood finish internally. The Explorer will feature a semi-displacement hull design available in single shaft or twin propulsion configuration.  The Clipper 50 Explorer can be ordered to be a dedicated 8 knot cruiser or equipped to be capable of a sprint speed of 18 knots if you need to get ahead of the weather. Speeds are dependent on engine horsepower and configuration. The 50 Explorer will be joined by a 55 model in 2014 and a 70 flagship in 2015.

www.clippermotoryachts.com.au

New Model: Maritimo M45 Cruising Motoryacht

The latest offer from Maritimo is the M45 Cruising Motoryacht hitting a sweet spot for a broad cross section of the cruising market being the not to big and small size for couples with enough space and luxury to accommodate visiting family and friends for a day, night or week.  The Maritimo M45 has evolved after extensive research including feedback from dealers, current owners, industry stalwarts and prospective buyers.  The Maritimo M45 is a stunning performer flybridge cruiser sharing with it main hallmarks of quality, design, style and exceptional sea-keeping of its larger siblings, but it also has a number of lifestyle enhancing features that will appeal to boating couples and families who know exactly what works.  Recessed walk around decks will make it easy to maneuver around the vessel. The generous saloon will be comparable to the bigger M48 and M53 motor yachts. Saloon windows forward will allow plenty of natural light and a sense of space. The M45 features a cleverly designed saloon daybed lounge that coverts to a large double bed, an aft galley and wide opening bi-fold saloon doors, the obligatory internal staircase to the fly bridge, a three sided enclosed fly bridge with forward helm, an aft, full beam fly bridge dinette lounge that coverts to a double bed creating a private penthouse suite, transom barbecue console and a two cabin, two bathroom layout. The M45 will comfortably sleep eight and will come with a choice of twin Volvo 435hp engines and twin IPS pods propulsion. 

Technical Data:

LOA - 14.8 m (48.5ft)

Beam - 4.68 m

Draft - 1.1 m

Displacement - 15500kg

Fuel Capacity - 1800 l

Water Capacity - 400 l

Accommodation - 4 berths in 2 cabins + 4 convertible berths

Engines - 2 x Volvo D6 435hp

Propulsion - Volvo forward looking IPS pod drives

www.maritimo.com.au

Project: Viking 75 Motor Yacht

What goes around comes around is a popular saying and one that emerges again at Viking, as the US builder announces plans to build a new 75 Motor Yacht.  Viking exited the motor yacht market with the last 60 Cockpit Sport Yacht delivered in 2001. This model was a strong performer and during its reign was recognized by Boating magazine as Boat of the Year in 1995. Much has changed in the motor yacht arena over the past decade and the development of the new 75 Motor Yacht, a strategic collaboration between the Viking design team and the firm of Michael Peters of Sarasota, Florida, reflects a number of innovations and refinements in this portion of the market. The exterior profile is sleek, curvy and embodies a number of style cues from the Viking convertibles including the teardrop salon windows, and distinctive molded feature lines in the hull and superstructure. The fiberglass hardtop and raked side supports replicates the look of the Sky Bridge, a very popular appointment found aboard enclosed bridge convertibles. An integrated molded swim platform is planked with teak for secure footing for boarding, as well as water sports activities. Shapely port lights and master stateroom hull side windows contribute style and function, and the full wrap-around anodized aluminum bow rail and wide side decks make for convenient passage when moving forward to handle dock lines or anchoring. The 75 Motor Yacht starts with a freshly designed hull to take full advantage of the available power, Viking also opted for a convertible style running surface renowned for ease of handling and sea-keeping ability. The first boat, which will deliver in early fall of 2014 will have a pair 1925hp Caterpillars, with speed estimated going for a 30 knots cruise and a mid thirty top end. The Viking 75 Motor Yacht tri-level layout demonstrates an intelligent use of space with accents on family comfort and usability. Twin molded fiberglass staircases lead from the teak planked swim platform to the aft deck with its U-shape lounge and table. A glass door slides open to the salon this featuring a custom made sofa and cocktail table on the port side faces teak cabinetry with a built-in entertainment center and flat screen television, which rises on an electric lift. Moving forward, the center area combines a formal dining area with seating for eight, and a galley.  A lower helm station is complemented with a pair of leather seats and additional seating is available at the port settee. Lounge seating also is provided forward on the main exterior deck, along with a large sun pad making this a most versatile area at the dock or under way.  Below, accommodations include five nicely proportioned staterooms, each with its own head and shower, including a full beam master suite and crew quarters with private access from the stern.  Topside, the flying bridge deck is ideal for entertaining and relaxing with multiple lounges, a wet bar and grilling area and a center line helm. The Viking 75 Motor Yacht will have its inaugural appearance for the fall of 2014.

www.vikingyachts.com 

Sabre New Web Site

Sabre from the USA presents its new World wide web showroom.  Sabre started operating in 1970 founded Roger Herwon who built in that year a 28 feet sailing yacht with fiberglass and production line methods.  Sabre sailing boat production never ceased from then and today the yard builds three models from 36 to 45 feet.  The Sabre motor boat production started in 1989 when the company build the 36 Fast Trawler.  Today Sabre Motor Yachts line feature eight models from 38 to the 54 divided into three lines; Salon Express, Fly Bridge Sedan, and Hard Top Express.  Sabre new website takes you around with the following buttons; Motor Yachts, Sailing Yachts, Owner Resources, About, News, Contact, Search, and Find a Dealer.  The new website also features social networks to Sabre's Twitter, Facebook, Youtube, and Pinterest pages.

www.sabreyachts.com

Production History;

36 Fast Trawler 1989-2005

34 Flybridge Sedan 1990-

43 Motor Yacht 1994-96

47 Motor Yacht 1996-

36 Express 1998-2004

42 Fly Bridge 2000-

42 Hard Top Express 2004-12

38 Hardtop Express 2005-09

34 Hardtop Express 2006-10

52 Saloon Express 2007-12

40 Sedan/42 Saloon Express 2008-11/12-19

40 Fly Bridge 2011-

48 Saloon Express 2011- *46 Saloon Express project

54 Fly Bridge Sedan 2011-20 *52 Flybridge Sedan project

54 Saloon Express 2012-15

38 Saloon Express 2013-

66 Dirigo 2015-20 *66 project

48 Fly Bridge 2016-

45 Saloon Express 2017-

66 Dirigo Fly Bridge 2018-20

58 Saloon Express 2020-

43 Saloon Express 2022-

Project: Bayliss 90 B19

Bayliss Boatworks is proud to announce it began construction on their largest project to date, the B19 90 which will be named Singularis. She’ll include the best of what Bayliss built before it; teak transom and toe rail, custom center console with wrap around seating forward on the bridge, the finest electronics and navigational equipment available on the market today, custom cabinetry, air-actuated parts, and creative storage. But with her grander dimensions, some new features can be implemented as well.   Bayliss 90 B19 will feature a five stateroom, six head layout which will feature a full beam master stateroom, complete with in-suite sofa, a walk-in closet, vanity cabinetry and a Seura mirror TV. There will be three helm chairs, and she’s the first Bayliss to also include a Seakeeper Gyro stabilizer, and a complete Brownies Nitrox system for diving.  Twin 2800hp Cat engines will power the new Bayliss 90 B19. So far the 2002 founded North Carolina builder has not announced any performance numbers. 

www.baylissboatworks.com 

The Used Problem

A few years ago, before 2009 recession hit us a boat coming with a good brand name and maintenance used to bring a solid return, and I actually know a lot of cases where owners lost little to nothing when they sold used.  Sometimes people also made a surplus on the purchase. The important part was maintain it well, make it look good, and things used to work out on there own.

In recent years though change hit the world economies and with the recession, the first object people seems they want to get rid off is a boat.  This is all natural since the up keeping expenses of a boat are usually not cheap and these can double or triple to the least if you keep it in a more exotic place i.e. highly demanded luxury marina. 

But does this cycle create a circle of people not buying boats anymore cause of the lose they suffered?  Unlike cars which have the same cycle boats cost a considerable amount of money to buy and keep.

So here lies the used problem, that up until the used market stabilizes and these will start to have a more decent return the new build market will not see the growth it had before 2009.  At the moment this looks a bit far away, making buyers and bargain hunters with opportunities which I have never seen before and actually till recently did not exist.
If you are a buyer I am sure this brings you with endless opportunities plus huge savings.