Ferretti 500 Elite (powerboat) for sale

DescriptionGreat condition. Private use only. Motivated seller.
Penned by the celebrated Zuccon International Project studio, the Ferretti 500 Elite is widely regarded as one of the most accomplished flybridge motor yachts of her generation, a bold evolution of the standard Ferretti 500 that delivers a refined exterior profile, an enhanced lower deck layout, and a level of Italian design flair that has kept demand for this model consistently strong on the second-hand market.

SOLE MIA is a well-maintained 2007 example in great condition, privately owned and never chartered by an experienced owner and his family throughout her life. She has just completed the voyage from Tivat, Montenegro to Istanbul, Turkey where she has undergone new antifoul and polishing to end the 2026 season.

At 15.49m LOA with a 4.60m beam and an impressive 1.98m cabin headroom, the 500 Elite punches well above her weight in terms of interior volume and quality. Below decks, two generous full double cabins each enjoy their own spacious ensuite bathrooms, while an aft crew cabin provides entirely separate crew accommodation. The bright, large windowed saloon flows naturally into a fully equipped galley. Under power, the combined 1,600hp of the twin MAN units drives her to a maximum of 33.5 knots, with a comfortable cruising speed of around 28 knots; performance figures that remain genuinely impressive today. The cockpit is accessed through glass patio doors from the saloon, with a teak-laid aft bathing platform, extendable passerelle, and sturdy swim ladder. The flybridge features a forward helm station, expansive sundeck, and a large extendable bimini for shade.

Twin MAN R6-800 CR 800hp engines
MASE 11kW diesel generator (approx. 5,800 hours; regularly serviced)
Bow and stern thrusters; shaft drives with bronze propellers; 1,800L fuel capacity
Idromar watermaker 150 l/h; air-conditioning throughout
Full Raymarine navigation suite with autopilot; dual helm stations (interior and flybridge)
2x full double guest cabins, each with private ensuite; aft crew cabin
Cockpit enclosure with glass patio doors; teak aft bathing platform and swim ladder
Extendable passerelle; electric windlass
4-burner electric hob, microwave, fridge, coffee machine, and washing machine
8-person life raft, EPIRB, and full safety complement

SOLE MIA is a genuinely compelling proposition; a privately kept, never-chartered Ferretti 500 Elite with notably low engine hours for her age, presented by a motivated seller at a price that reflects a serious desire to sell. The 500 Elite's combination of blistering performance, Italian craftsmanship, and generous accommodation for four guests has made her a perennial favourite, and examples in this condition with a clean private history are becoming increasingly scarce. VAT is not paid, which may suit buyers registering commercially or outside EU waters. A personal viewing is very strongly recommended, the quality and condition of this boat deserves to be seen in person.

Mechanical
Twin MAN R6-800 CR 800hp diesel engines
Shaft drives with bronze propellers
Approx. 2135 engine hours
Max Speed: 33.5 knots
Cruising Speed: Approx. 28 knots
Fuel Capacity: 1,800 litres
Bow and Stern thrusters
MASE 11kW diesel generator with approx. 5,800 hours
Air-conditioning with outlets in all cabins
IDROMAR watermaker 150l/h

Accommodation
Accommodation for 4 guests and 3 crew
2x large double guest cabins with ensuite bathrooms
Aft crew cabin
Interior headroom of 2m

Galley Equipment
Fridge
Sink
Microwave
4-burner electric hob
Coffee machine
Washing machine

Navigation and Electronics
This Ferretti 500 Elite is equipped with a full suite of Raymarine navigation equipment including auto pilot. She can be helmed from an interior helm station or from the flybridge.

Cockpit and Flybridge
This Ferretti 50 Elite features a comfortable aft cockpit accessible through glass patio doors from the saloon, benefitting from a cockpit enclosure and large aft bathing platform laid in teak. There is also an extendable passerelle and sturdy swim ladder.
The flybridge offers commanding all round visibility with a forward helm station. It also features an expansive sun deck and ample al fresco entertaining space, with protection from the sun provided by a large extendable flybridge bimini.

Deck and Safety Gear
Anchor
Electric windlass
6x Mooring cleats
Winch
8pax Liferaft
6x life jackets
EPIRB
4x Flares

Disclaimer
Nicolle Associates offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
This vessel is VAT not paid
As always photographs do not do justice so a viewing is highly recommended.
This boat is lying in Istanbul, Turkey
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