PRINCESS V55 1998 FOR SALE

Some boats represent an era, while others manage to remain special long after that era has passed. This 1998 Princess V55 clearly belongs to the latter group. 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, speed and genuine possibilities for life on board. This boat also has an especially important argument in her favour: more than €50,000 has been invested in maintenance and updating, with invoices available, including removal and refurbishment of the Caterpillar engines. Rather than aiming for a superficially new appearance, the work has focused on restoring confidence and reliability to the boat's important systems. This creates a particularly interesting foundation for anyone who values the character of a classic Princess and wants to know what has genuinely been done in her maintenance. Built in 1998, this Princess V55 belongs to a particularly recognisable generation of Princess Yachts, when large open sports yachts combined deep hulls, traditional shaft-drive transmission and interiors conceived for family cruising. The boat is powered by two Caterpillar engines with shaft drives. The engines have been removed and refurbished as part of a substantial maintenance programme, included within documented investment exceeding €50,000. Her layout provides a master cabin and two additional double cabins, two bathrooms, saloon, galley and generous exterior areas. She also has Raymarine electronics, generator, Cruisair climate control and a configuration especially suited to anyone looking for a large open yacht with classic character and a significant mechanical update.

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: Shafts
• Engines removed and refurbished as part of the maintenance programme
• Engine controls
• Trim tabs
• Twin-propeller / traditional shaft-drive transmission

Electronics and navigation

• Raymarine electronics
• GPS / Plotter
• Radar according to configuration
• Autopilot according to configuration
• Depth sounder
• VHF radio
• Compass
• Engine instrumentation

Anchoring and deck equipment

• Electric windlass
• Anchor
• Chain
• Anchor locker
• Anchoring equipment
• Lines
• Fenders

Electrical system

• Generator
• Shore power connection
• Battery charger
• Service battery banks
• Engine-start batteries
• Domestic electrical system
• Hot water system
• Cruisair climate control
• Bilge pumps
• Interior lighting
• Exterior lighting

Exterior and deck

• Large sports cockpit
• Exterior seating area
• Exterior table
• Sunpad
• Bathing platform
• Bathing ladder
• Exterior shower
• Side decks
• Electric windlass
• Covers / protection according to inventory

Specific equipment

• Generator
• Cruisair climate control
• Raymarine electronics
• Shaft-drive transmission
• Caterpillar engines removed and refurbished
• More than €50,000 in documented maintenance and updating
• Invoices available

Interior and layout

Saloon

• Main saloon
• Sofa area
• Saloon table
• Cruisair climate control
• Wooden furniture
• Interior lighting
• Storage spaces

Galley

• Equipped galley
• Refrigerator
• Cooking area
• Sink
• Hot water
• Worktop
• Cabinets and storage

Cabins and accommodation

• 3 cabins
• Master cabin
• 2 additional double cabins
• Wardrobes
• Storage spaces
• Climate control
• Lighting

Bathrooms

• 2 complete bathrooms
• Toilets
• Washbasins
• Showers
• Hot water
• Storage spaces

Comfort and additional equipment

• Cruisair climate control
• Hot water system
• Generator
• Shore power connection
• Raymarine electronics
• Three cabins
• Two bathrooms
• Main saloon
• Equipped galley
• Spacious exterior cockpit
• Bathing platform
• Sunpad

Maintenance and upgrades

• More than €50,000 invested in maintenance and updating
• Invoices available
• Caterpillar engines removed
• Engines refurbished as part of the maintenance process
• Extensive inspection of mechanical systems
• Documented updating work

Why this boat stands out

What makes this Princess V55 especially interesting is not only the appeal of a large classic sports yacht, but the investment made to bring important elements up to date which, on a yacht of this age, matter much more than any superficial aesthetic improvement. The removal and refurbishment of the engines, the available invoices and investment exceeding €50,000 provide an especially valuable documentary basis when comparing yachts of her generation. Add three cabins, two bathrooms, generator, climate control and an exterior layout that keeps the essence of Princess's large open yachts intact.

Fontnautic opinion

For Fontnautic, a Princess V55 from the late 1990s should not be judged by trying to turn her into a modern boat. Her appeal lies precisely elsewhere: construction, presence, shaft-drive cruising and a sporting aesthetic that still has personality decades later. On this particular boat, the aspect we value most is the technical work that has been carried out. When the engines have been removed and refurbished and there is significant investment supported by invoices, the buyer has information that cannot easily be replaced by a merely immaculate appearance. For anyone looking for a large classic open yacht with Princess character and substantial updating already completed, we believe this V55 deserves particular consideration.

Information and viewing

If you would like further information about this 1998 Princess V55 for sale, review her documentation, receive the additional information or arrange a viewing, you can contact Fontnautic. We can also assist you with the pre-purchase inspection, sea trial, documentation review and complete administration of the transaction.