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HCB Center Console Yachts- OWYG’s Newest Brand
My thoughts on the HCB Center Console Yachts brand based on 17 years of industry experience- how they are built, concept behind them and the HCB’s trajectory. Like why a 56ft center console?? What are you nuts!? One thing that I learned early on in my experience with yachting is
Why Buy a 58 Sabre? 2023 Sabre LUCY BELLE For Sale- Vessel Walkthrough
The Sabre 58 Salon Express is the ultimate couples cruising yacht. The flagship of the Sabre fleet, the 58 Salon Express offers the most interior volume of any Sabre model while still retaining the easy functionality and handling of the smaller models. Her exterior lines are classically understated, purveying a
The Different Types of Yacht Propulsion: Benefits and Drawbacks
In this article I will review the different types of propulsion found in yachts and the benefits of each. This will help to understand why certain yachts have the powertrain they do. 1. Straight Shaft Inboard 2. V-Drive Inboard 3. Jet Drive 4. Surface Drive 5. Pod Drive 1. Straight Shaft
Different Types of Yachts Explained
In this article, I hope to dispel the confusion surrounding the categories of yachts that exist and explain what each means. There is definitely a lot of overlap in the categories or “types” out there… The types below are put into these categories: 1. Express, Express Cruiser, Cruiser, Sports Cruiser
Buying A Pre-Owned Yacht
In this article you will learn the steps involved when purchasing a Yacht available for sale as a brokered (pre-owned) boat. This is a basic guide and cannot act as a substitute for a trained and knowledgeable broker, but will give you an understanding of the process. Step 1. Finding
Why Use a Professional Yacht Broker?
Boat transactions usually involve large financial investments. Transactions today usually exceed $500,000, and in some instances can exceed $5,000,000. If you had a $500,000 income tax problem, would you attempt to handle it without the help of a CPA? If you had a $500,000 legal question, would you deal with
Preparing Your Yacht For Sale- How to Maximize Value and Minimize Time on Market
I hope that this article will give it’s readers a clear action plan to get their yacht ready for sale. With the classic adage “Begin with the End in Mind” the end goal is to get the yacht sold as quickly as possible for the most money possible. Below is
Selling an Older Classic Yacht
Tom George and I were approached a little while back by a long time friend of the family who had a client with a special situation. Bottom line there was a classic 1983 55′ Rybovich that needed to be sold quickly, cost effectively and to bring the absolute top value
Hatteras GT45x Bridge
Since it’s introduction in 2015, the Hatteras GT45x (formerly 45 Express) has been wildly popular, with 26 of them in the water and more on the production line. Despite competitors attempts to imitate her success, she has remained the top dog in the 40’s size express yacht category. This has
The Hatteras 64 Motor Yacht (2005-2009)
A viable option when looking for a pre-owned yacht? The Hatteras 64 Motor Yacht is a model that was extremely popular when it was actively in production in the mid to late 2000’s, 33 of them were produced between 2005 and 2009. It was designed to be functional enough for
The New Hatteras M75 Panacera
Introducing the new Hatteras M75 Panacera. She is stylish and cutting edge inside out, sure to catch the eye of onlookers, while remaining firmly planted with the Hatteras roots of quality, safety and top of the line fit and finish. This new addition to the Hatteras fleet carries along the new lines and
The Hatteras M60 Motor Yacht
The original Hatteras 60 Motoryacht was introduced to the Hatteras Lineup back in 2009 and was a breath of fresh air in the 58-65ft motoryacht segment. There is simply no competitor that offers the same amount of interior space, quality of build and style that the Hatteras M60 has. As
Finding the Right Crew for Your Yacht- Part 2
In Part 1 of this series we explored some example crew setups throughout the yacht size range from 58ft to 150+ft…which can be from 1 to 7+ crew total. How many and what type of crew works best for you is largely dependent on the level of service and care
MAN Common Rail Engine Maintenance Plan
This is a service guideline for Common Rail MAN marine engines. The MAN common rail engine started appearing in marine applications in 2005 and is still widely used today in horsepower applications from 600hp to 1550hp. It was regarded as a huge leap in technology from the old non-common
Catepillar C-32 Marine Engine Maintenance Schedule
This is a general guideline for service intervals on a Caterpillar C-32 Engine for recreational use The Carterpillar C-32 Acert Engine is a V-12, 4 stroke diesel motor with a displacement of 32.1L. It is seen in recreational marine applications with HP ratings varying from 1600hp to 1900hp For further
Caterpillar C-18 Marine Engine Maintenance Schedule
This is a general guideline for service intervals on a Caterpillar C-18 Engine for recreational use The Caterpillar C-18 Acert Engine is an inline 6, 4 stroke diesel engine with a displacement of 18.1L. It is seen in recreational marine applications from 1000hp to 1150hp on yachts ranging in
Finding the Right Crew for Your Yacht- Part 1
So you have made the decision to get into yachting…great! Yachting is a pastime that can provide you, your friends and family with truly unforgettable life experiences. For the select few that have the financial capability to enjoy yachting it can provide the utmost in quality time, relaxation and adventure.
The Hatteras GT45x (45 Express)
This amazing new addition to the Hatteras line is raising the bar for what we would expect in an express sportfish. She has the raw performance and seakeeping ability of her Cabo predecessors, but the table manners and fit and finish of the finest Hatteras Yachts. Having sea trialed her myself
FOR SALE! 2015 Sabre 48 Salon Express MYSTIC ADVENTURE- by Jimmy Rogers, CPYB
Jimmy Rogers April 29, 2025 3:01 pm