Princess V52 (powerboat) for sale

There are boats that represent an era, and others that manage to remain special long after that era has passed. This 1998 Princess V55 clearly belongs to the latter. Her proportions, long sports cockpit, Caterpillar power and the character of a large British open yacht convey a way of enjoying the Mediterranean that combines elegance, performance and genuine liveaboard cruising capability. This particular yacht also has an especially important advantage: more than €50,000 has been invested in maintenance and upgrades, with invoices available, including the removal and reconditioning of the Caterpillar engines. Rather than focusing on creating a superficially new appearance, the work carried out has concentrated on restoring reliability and confidence in the yacht’s key systems. This makes her a particularly interesting option for anyone who appreciates the character of a classic Princess and wants to know exactly what has been done in terms of maintenance. Princess V55 Built in 1998, this Princess V55 belongs to a particularly distinctive generation of Princess Yachts, when large open sports yachts combined deep-V hulls, traditional shaft drives and interiors designed for comfortable family cruising. This yacht is powered by two Caterpillar engines with shaft drive transmission. The engines have been removed and reconditioned as part of an extensive maintenance programme, forming part of a documented investment exceeding €50,000. Her layout includes a master cabin and two additional double cabins, two bathrooms, saloon, galley and generous exterior areas. She also features Raymarine electronics, generator, Cruisair air conditioning and a configuration particularly suited to anyone looking for a substantial open yacht with classic character and significant mechanical upgrading already completed. Technical specifications Builder: Princess Yachts Model: V55 Year: 1998 Type: Sports yacht / Open Hull material: GRP Cabins: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Fuel: Diesel Engines and manoeuvring Engines: 2 × Caterpillar Fuel: Diesel Transmission: Shaft drive Engines removed and reconditioned as part of the maintenance programme Engine controls Trim tabs Twin-propeller / traditional shaft-drive configuration Electronics and navigation Raymarine electronics GPS / Chartplotter Radar depending on configuration Autopilot depending on configuration Depth sounder VHF radio Compass Engine instrumentation Anchoring and positioning Electric windlass Anchor Anchor chain Anchor locker Anchoring equipment Mooring lines Fenders Electrical system Generator Shore power connection Battery charger Domestic battery banks Engine starting batteries Onboard electrical system Hot water system Cruisair air conditioning Bilge pumps Interior lighting Exterior lighting Exterior and deck Large sports cockpit Exterior seating area Exterior table Sunbathing area Bathing platform Swimming ladder Exterior shower Side decks Electric windlass Covers / canvas according to inventory Specific equipment Generator Cruisair air conditioning Raymarine electronics Shaft-drive transmission Caterpillar engines removed and reconditioned Documented investment exceeding €50,000 in maintenance and upgrades Invoices available Interior and accommodation Saloon Main saloon Sofa seating area Saloon table Cruisair air conditioning Wood cabinetry Interior lighting Storage spaces Galley Fully equipped galley Refrigerator Cooking area Sink Hot water Worktop Cupboards and storage Cabins and accommodation 3 cabins Master cabin 2 additional double cabins Wardrobes Storage spaces Air conditioning Lighting Bathrooms 2 complete bathrooms Toilets Washbasins Showers Hot water Storage spaces Comfort and additional equipment Cruisair air conditioning Hot water system Generator Shore power connection Raymarine electronics Three cabins Two bathrooms Main saloon Fully equipped galley Large exterior cockpit Bathing platform Sunbathing area Maintenance and upgrades More than €50,000 invested in maintenance and upgrades Invoices available Caterpillar engines removed. Engines reconditioned as part of the maintenance programme Extensive inspection and servicing of mechanical systems Documented upgrading and maintenance work Why this yacht stands out What makes this Princess V55 particularly interesting is not simply the appeal of a large classic sports yacht, but the investment made in updating areas that, on a yacht of this age, are considerably more important than any superficial cosmetic improvement. The removal and reconditioning of the engines, the availability of invoices and an investment exceeding €50,000 provide especially valuable documentation when comparing yachts of the same generation. Added to this are three cabins, two bathrooms, generator, air conditioning and an exterior layout that retains the unmistakable essence of Princess’ large open sports yachts.... whole text » less text