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2010 Fort Lauderdale Boat Show:Luxury Yachts For Sale

The results are in…Largest Yacht. Most Innovative Yacht. Most Luxurious Yacht.


Largest Yacht:
2010 Direcktor 284’ Cakewalk

No surprise as to what yachts takes this honor…Cakewalk takes the cake. Not only the largest yacht in the show but the longest yacht built in the US since the 1930’s. Cakewalk was launched in 2010 by Direcktor with a LOA of 85.6m. The exterior was designed by Tim Heywood and interior designed by Elizabeth Dalton. Cakewalk features 6 guest cabins all located on the main deck offering full-height windows rather than your normal small portholes. The owners deck is located all the way forward offering a 180 degree view of the foredeck. Cakewalk runs with a crew of 26 with impressive crew quarters that resemble a cruise ship.

Brian and I were fortunate enough to tour Cakewalk twice with private showings. The amount of volume and space she offers to her owner and guest is impressive. Whether your looking for space for a formal dinner or breakfast in the sun she offers everything. A full garage open to both port and starboard making easy access to launch multiple tenders.


Most Innovative:

2010 147’ Big Fish
Steel hull with aluminum superstructure.

Three years in construction at New Zealand’s famous McMullen & Wing shipyard, Big Fish is a luxury expedition vessel unlike any Expedition vessel ever built. Big fish is a five stateroom vessel and carries a crew of 10. She is the world’s most eco-conscious yacht capable of travelling to any location in the world.

The most unique feature of Big Fish are the decks covered in indestructible granite. There is virtually no teak to be seen and you are actually encouraged to leave your shoes on when boarding her! The granite is cut into tiles and glued onto a cork surface to allow for flexing without cracking said a crew member showing us the boat.

The list goes on with unique features including the swim platform that comes that turns Big Fish into a 5 star beach resort. The entire foredeck of the boat lifts up where the 28’ custom designed dive boat is kept.

Facing forward in the main salon the first thing you will notice besides the enormous windows, granite flooring, modern interior is the HD 3D Video Ceiling. This is unlike anything you have every seen with I don’t know how many screen pieced together offers a floor to ceiling display of forever changing photos. If you want to turn the wall into a cinema the staircase will actually lift up out of the way to give a clear view. Just incredible and a must see.

At more than 12m meters, Big Fish offers the widest and most spacious swim platform ever built on a 45m yacht. The yacht’s normal-sized swim platform expands dramatically by port and starboard stern quarters, which unfold to join the platform structure. When fully unfolded, the entire structure is capable of simultaneously supporting water and boating activities. In addition, the unfolding stern quarters provide additional weather-protected storage of water sports equipment and gear.

Most Luxurious Yacht:

2010 157’ Christensen REMEMBER WHEN
Interior design: Carol Williamson & Associates

A semi-displacement yacht, Remember When has a contemporary interior featuring high gloss dark American walnut bulkheads and cabinetry. I’m typically not crazy about a high gloss finish but Remember When is certainly an exception to that. The fit and finish competes against the nicest Dutch built yachts in the world offering exceptional quality. After being on so many boats at the show it was pleasing to step onboard Remember When and see how much of a difference quality really does make.

Remember when is capable of transatlantic range and is fitted with the latest integrated dynamic positioning system that uses GPS linked thrusters to hold her in one spot without using an anchor.

Christensen has recently added an in-house stone shop offering the finest marble inlays and stonework on Remember When. Anyone looking for an American built yacht should certainly consider Christensen as an option.

Email Mike Carlson and Brian Hermann at: ybs@ardell.com

New Website: www.yachtbrokersales.com

If you haven't been there already check it out. Brian and I have launched a new website that will personalize your search. We are your search engines offering yachts for sale to buyers and a unique marketing platform for sellers. Selling in this market takes a new approach and thinking outside the box. This is exactly what Mike Carlson and Brian Hermann offer.

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New Website: www.yachtbrokersales.com

Welcome to yachtbrokersales.com website and blog
AuthorYacht Broker Sales | DateTuesday, October 12, 2010 at 6:00PM

Mike Carlson and Brian Hermann would like to introduce the all new website, www.yachtbrokersales.com. This site is an extension of Ardell.com and dedicated to bringing buyers and sellers a unique experience offering videos, blogs, featured boats and great buys. If you‚re in the market for a yacht simply fill out the search form and Brian and I will create custom tailored list of the finest yachts available in the world that fit your needs. Captains also have the opportunity to stay in touch with the market and learn about the latest trends to share with their owners.

Yachtbrokersales.com is a personalized shopping experience. Mike and Brian are your online search engines offering a quick response time and exceptional values. Sellers have another source to promote their yachts through two of the most forward thinking brokers in the industry.

This is a unique experience focusing on only the highest quality yachts available.

To speak with Mike or Brian now please call (401) 859.1578 or email ybs@ardell.com.

Heesen Yachts New Order

Heesen | New Order

Larry Ellison Sells ownership of Rising Sun to David Geffen

This in from Malcolm McClean, Charter and Brokerage News Editor of boatinternational.com.

I’ve just had a very interesting conversation with Merle Wood who tells me that David Geffen has now taken sole ownership of Rising Sun, the 138m yacht he has co-owned with Larry Ellison for nearly four years.

Both long-standing clients of his, Merle explains that it made perfect sense as Ellison is about to take delivery of his new 88m Feadship Musashi.

Built by Lürssen in 2005 to a Jon Bannenberg design, Rising Sun has in excess of 8,000m² of living space with 82 rooms across five decks. Her features include a gym, a cinema, a wine cellar and a basketball court.

She is currently at the Lürssen yard in Germany where she will spend the winter undergoing some refit/modifications and upgrades for her new owner.

Contact Carlson-Hermann@ardell.com
Brian Hermann brian@ardell.com
954-993-4195

Mike Carlson mike@ardell.com
954-309-1255

Feadship launches Lady Britt

Feadship Announcement...

October 12, 2010 - Koninklijke De Vries Scheepsbouw in the Netherlands has launched the 63.00-metre Feadship Lady Britt in a ceremony attended by hundreds of people that also saw the name of the yacht unveiled for the very first time.

Lady Britt is the first significant yacht ever owned by her Scandinavian owner. “He and his family have enjoyed many charters over the decades, using this time to synthesise exactly what they would like should the time ever be right to commission a new build,” explains Bas Nederpelt, sales and marketing director at Koninklijke De Vries Scheepsbouw.
“In recent years the owners have also deliberately chosen to charter Feadships in order to experience whether premium quality really does make such a difference. The answer was a resounding ‘yes’, leaving the owners to focus on how they would like Feadship to fulfil their ambitions in terms of layout, interior finish and the like. Exceptionally involved in every aspect of the project, including many visits to the De Vries yard and De Voogt Naval Architects, the owners have succeeded in creating a yacht that is the very essence of customisation.”


One of the most striking aspects of this personalised approach is the choice for six large guest suites on the lower deck in order to accommodate family and friends in comfort and style. Two of the suites can be converted into a full-width VIP stateroom to allow a dual principal charterer more space. The owners have chosen a luxury New York apartment feel for their stateroom, complete with separate bathrooms and dressing rooms; enhanced with a private study. Meanwhile, the overall arrangement makes Lady Britt an excellent yacht for charter with a dedicated wellness spa, a separate panoramic gymnasium, an outdoor cinema and an authentic Finnish sauna with its own private access to the ocean. All these facilities complement the very spacious external guest areas.


During the launch ceremony, Henk de Vries thanked the owners for their enormous commitment. “It has been a privilege to see how you have dedicated yourselves to learning about every aspect of yacht building. Even before signing the contract we spent many hours in discussions, and the depth of your knowledge was such that I wondered whether you might actually be going to build the boat yourself. Ultimately, all this know-how allowed you to make excellent decisions once we started work on Lady Britt, and the results are clear for all to see. You have taken a very pretty, classic Feadship design, made it a little longer and sleeker, and fashioned a spectacular yacht of which we are all very proud.”
De Vries also praised the decision to bring in Redman Whiteley Dixon to take care of the interior design brief. “This has resulted in an interior that is modern in terms of style and yet has a warmth and an intimacy that is identifiably Scandinavian in its ambience. All in all, Lady Britt is the finest yacht this yard has built to date.”

Owner’s representative and established Feadship captain Patrick Cowley praised the shipyard for its commitment and passion on the project: “Koninklijke de Vries continually strives to set the highest standards within the yachting industry and Lady Britt is certainly a highly polished testament to their skilled workforce’s pursuit of this prestigious goal. Everyone who was involved in the design and build process of Lady Britt should be very proud indeed of their incredible success and hard work.”



Technical specifications
Builder: Type:
Length overall: Beam overall: Draft (loaded):
Fuel capacity: Fresh water capacity:
Design:
Naval Architect: Exterior styling: Interior design:
Propulsion
Main engines: Generators: Stabilizers:
Accommodation
Owner:
Guests: Crew:
Water sports:
Feadship – Koninklijke De Vries Scheepsbouw Twin screw motor yacht, steel hull and aluminium superstructure
63.00m 11.30m 3.50m
148,700 l 38,500 l
206’8” 37’1” 11’6”
39,265 US Gallons 10,165 US Gallons
Naval Architects Naval Architects
De Voogt De Voogt Redman Whiteley Dixon
2x MTU 16V4000 M61R, 1520 kW @ 1600rpm 3x Caterpillar C9 Quantum non-retractable zero-speed stabilizers
Owners stateroom with separate his & her bathrooms, his & her dressings and study. Main deck lounge and dining room to seat fourteen. Two guests in owner’s lounge; twelve guests in six guest staterooms. Fifteen in eight crew cabins; two in captains cabin. Laundry on lower deck and storage rooms on tank deck. 2x 23’ tender

Mike Carlson & Brian Hermann
carlson-hermann@ardell.com 954.309.1255

Feadship completes Odyssey refit

Feadship post...

October 8, 2010 - Feadship De Vries Makkum has re-launched the 41-meter Feadship Odyssey, originally launched in 1989 as White Rabbit and since called Lady Columbo, Ladina and Bullish. This
major project included extending the hull by three meters and adding significant real estate
to the superstructure. The delighted owners will soon embark for a Caribbean cruise to make
the most of the new hydraulic swim platform, hydraulic passerelle and guest lazarette plus a
host of other facilities designed to maximize onboard comforts.


The yacht was originally purchased in early 2009 by a family looking for a pre-owned yacht
to refit to their personal requirements. “She had to be large enough to cruise the world but
still be able to access secluded areas and ports,” explains Feadship Refit Manager Ico
Vergouwe. “The owners also sought a quality product that they could be sure would retain
her value. As well-maintained Feadships rarely – if ever – drop below their original purchase
price, the clients were convinced that a refitted Feadship would offer better value in every
sense than a new build with virtually any other motoryacht brand.”


After the Feadship Refit Team had visited Florida to discuss the project, the owners had
access to all builder’s information, two decades worth of after-sales data, the design and
engineering team responsible for the original yacht’s concept and, crucially, the craftsmen
who created their new asset.


“Rebuilding a yacht requires a dedicated workforce that is available for the whole project,”
adds Vergouwe. “It is also vital that the yard has the right tools to provide the same quality
work as on the original build. All too often at maintenance and refit yards around the world,
projects are merely facilitated by the yard with the project manager and the accountant being
the sole constant factor in the process. You would not build a yacht at such a facility so why
rebuild one there?”


The primary leisure-based requirements for Odyssey were to create a more distinguished
lazarette and folding swim platform, have larger aft decks for exterior entertainment and a
more elaborate sundeck with a Jacuzzi and sun beds. Once the designers at Feadship De
Voogt Naval Architects started developing alternative profile plans and deck layouts, it
became clear that accommodating such a wish list would involve lengthening the hull by
three metres, enlarging the bridge deck lounge by two metres (including a new head) and
adding an extra metre to the sun deck.


After signing the refit agreement the yard started engineering the aft sections in order to
have production well underway when the yacht arrived at the yard in January 2010. Over the
next nine months Odyssey was completely transformed inside and out, ranging from a
complete repaint of the hull and superstructure to an extensive refurbishment of all luxury
interior areas.

The main deck aft was extended to include a new U-shaped seating arrangement, while a
new tender crane was fitted on the lengthened bridge deck. All decks have been re-laid with
teak and new cap rails adorn every deck. The ‘indoor’ changes are equally impressive, with
new bathrooms in all suites, a new galley interior (including stainless steel furniture and
equipment), a new interior for the extended bridge deck lounge, new provision freezers and
refrigerators, new laundry interior and equipment and a wide-ranging refurbishment of all
crew interior areas. Two new Caterpillar C6.6 100 kW generators have been fitted in the
repainted engine room.

FEADSHIP

Northcoast 125 For Sale

We previewed two yachts yesterday, a new 2010 Northcoast 125 and a 2005 157 Christensen named Nice N Easy.

Northcoast 125: Asking $22M located in Fort Lauderdale, FL. The Northcoast yacht for sale is a 5 cabin layout with the owners suite on the main deck. A very contemporary interior showing sharp angels and a extremely spacious layout. She feels much larger than a 125' especially with five cabins. The crew quarters were very well done and spacious all accessed aft. The Northcoast carries twin Caterpillar C32 and two Northern Light generators.

For more information please email carlson-hermann@ardell.com or call 954.309.1255.

Brokerage sales slip in September

Brokerage sales slip in September

Yachts for Sale: Annapolis Boat Show

Contact Mike Carlson or Brian Hermann
carlson-hermann@ardell.com 954.309.1255

St. Tropez Regatta - Classic Class - Race Start.qt

Ardell.com: 2001 Lazzara 80 B HIVE For Sale

Two New Ardell Listings: Couach 121 and Couach 115 For Sale

Ardell is pleased to announce two new listings this week. Carbon/Kevlar hulls make for a very light and fast yacht.

2009 Couach 3700 121' Asking 11.2M euros.
2010 Couach 3500 115' Asking 8.5M euros.

HULL
The hull is built by hand in sandwich composite in a female mould under controlled atmosphere. Monolithic high resistance inner and outer skin made Kevlar®, Aramat®, glass fibre, resin matrix, balsa or PVC foam core (Glass Reinforced Plastic GRP). Resins used on exterior plies are Vinylester type to guaranty a maximal resistance to osmosis. Orthophtalic and isophtalic polyester resins are used for the rest of the stratification according to needs. Structure reinforcements, floor frames, stringers,
omega are made of carbon and glass fibre skins, and PVC foam or balsa core.


The lamination process is carried out in accordance with approved drawings using layers of chopped strand mats and woven roving whose weave, weight and size are closely studied to give optimal mechanical resistance, following structural calculations carried out using the FEA method.

For more information please contact brokers Mike Carlson or Brian Hermann with Ardel Yacht and Ship Brokers. Carlson-Hermann@Ardell.com 954.525.7637

Expedition Yacht NuExplorer For Sale

Major Price reduction...

Was: $1,495,000
Now: $1,175,000

With boat show season underway NUEXPLORER is priced to sell with a major price reduction. This yacht has had a major refit in 2009 and fresh bottom paint in the last month. NUEXPLORER is truly a turn key yacht capable of crossing oceans and exploring the most remote locations.

If you are someone you know is interested in the expedition yacht NUEXPLORER please contact Mike Carlson or Brian Hermann with Ardell Yacht and Ship Brokers.

Carlson-Hermann@Ardell.com
(954) 525-7637

Ardell Yacht and Ship Brokers:2001Lazzara 80 B HIVE For Sale

For additional information please contact Mike Carlson or Brian Hermann
Carlson-Hermann@Ardell.com 954.525.7637

Very Interesting News on the next America's Cup

Watch live streaming video from 34thac at livestream.com

Feadship "GO" 2M EURO PRICE REDUCTION

NOW ASKING 25.5M euro

The world's leading luxury motoryacht builder will feature one of its latest launches, the 39-meter Go. After wowing the crowds in Cannes from 8 to 13 September, Go will then join other larger yachts in the Feadship fleet at the Monaco show.

The third yacht in Feadship's pioneering SL39 modular concept, Go is every inch a customized superyacht above the waterline. Her archetypal Feadship exterior profile has been designed by De Voogt Naval Architects, while the relatively modern interior comes from FPA Architects. The designers have taken the way modern owners enjoy cruising as their template, creating a yacht that is characterized by bright spaces, wide relaxation areas and a variety of places to make the most of an ‘outdoor-in' lifestyle.


LOA: 39.0m (128')
Beam: 9.1m (29'10")
Draft: Max 2.8m (9'2")

Hull Mtrl: Steel
Hull Cnfg.: Full Displacement
Interior design: FPA Architects
Flag: Netherlands

Location: Monaco, France

Year: Mfg-2010 Model-2010
Mfg: FEADSHIP
Model: SL39
Type: Mega Yacht
Engines: 2xMTU

Speed: Cruise 12 knots / Max 14 knots

MCA: Yes
Price: approx. (32,331,000) USD
25,500,000 EUR

Contact Mike Carlson or Brian Hermann
Carlson-Hermann@Ardell.com 954.309.1255

Feadship Launches LADY CHRISTINE

Lady Christine launched and heading for Monaco

Royal Van Lent has delivered the 68.00m (223'1") Feadship Lady Christine to her owners. Built for experienced yacht owners, Lady Christine features a radical different exterior design from De Voogt Naval Architects and a remarkable debut superyacht interior from British designer Rodney Black. The owners are so delighted with their new acquisition that they have agreed to showcase her to an invite-only audience at the upcoming Monaco show.

The beautiful exterior profile of Lady Christine combines a wide range of modern and contemporary features with signature Feadship influences. A wealth of windows, including the distinctive ‘fish-eye' section aft, hints at the vast amounts of light that bathe the yacht's interior. Enormous attention has been paid to ensuring continuity of detail, including adding ‘false' windows to extend the lines. A lovely infinity pool with water flowing over the stern from the swimming pool aft on the main deck adds to the spectacular first impression on all who see Lady Christine.

The overall shape of the yacht is defined by the decision to create an entire owner's deck, including a private observation lounge above the wheelhouse. This required a split-level approach that significantly enhances the yacht's volume. From the sophisticated Key West meeting room on the sun deck to the immense storage options on the tank deck, every inch of this Feadship has been optimized.

Highlights of the elaborate interior include a cinema for eight on the lower deck and the exceptional bar and dining room on the main deck. The latter features full-height windows either side, which slide back to open up the side decks. Large platforms slide out from underneath the floor to both starboard and port to create a unique double balcony and increase the beam of the deck in this spot to 15 metres.

The sensational main entrance opens up to a spiral staircase and the first of the many examples of magnificent marquetry and inlay work that are the hallmark of the interior design. The full-size images here and on the bridge deck lobby have been created using many kinds of woods and stains in order to portray aspects of the owners' lives and places they love to visit. The yacht's overall interior style takes its cue from an early form of art deco, translated into an entirely original and multifaceted design in its own right.

Lady Christine has luxurious accommodations that bring out the best of expansive space available. The owner's deck includes a full beam stateroom, two separate studies, full beam observation lounge and gymnasium. Eight guests will enjoy the four very large staterooms on the lower deck, while the nineteen crew members have also been given the very finest quarters and facilities.

www.feadship.nl

Contact Mike Carlson or Brian Hermann from Ardell Yacht and Ship Brokers if you would like more information on Feadship Yachts. carlson-hermann@ardell.com 954.309.1255

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For more information please contact Mike Carlson or Brian Hermann 954.309.1255

126' Christensen Emerald Isle Auction Aug. 24: RESULTS

At 11:00am on Tuesday morning was to be the auction of the 126' Christensen "Emerald Isle" presented by J.P. King. With a reserve price of $2.85M there were still questions on whether or not the reserve was too high to bring bidders. With a high reserve and a number of other issues on the table the end result was not good for the auction company. Not one bidder raised his paddle. The auctioneer started of at $4M and worked his way down when the audience remained silent. In fact they worked their way under the reserve to $2.25M and still no bidders. The auction quickly stopped and that was the end of it. The auctioneer made an announcement any further offers would be discussed in private.

If you would like to know more about Emerald Isle or availability please call direct at 954.309.1255.

Keeping you informed.

Mike Carlson & Brian Hermann

Feadship Yacht Launches F45

Feadship Royal Van Lent has launched Sirius, the fourth yacht in its F45 Vantage custom series.

The exclusive F45 concept brings together all of Feadship’s expertise in design, construction, engineering, systems and materials to great effect. And Sirius offers all the benefits of the experience built up on three previous projects to once again show why Feadship is the world’s number one luxury motoryacht brand.

Sirius has joined the Feadship Charter Division and is sure to be a very popular member of the growing Feadship charter fleet. The F45 concept lends itself especially well to chartering as there are five suites on the main deck, allowing up to ten people to reside in this prime real estate location. As well as having panoramic views through the giant windows, this position adds extra comfort should charter parties wish to make night sailings.

Holidaymakers also tend to spend the vast majority of their time enjoying the outdoor life on a Feadship charter, and Sirius caters for every al fresco eventuality. In addition to a wealth of dining and sunbathing options, the beach platform serves as the ideal base for using the highly impressive variety of water sport facilities.

Like her predecessors Space, Harle (both launched in 2007) and TV (launched in 2008), Sirius’ hull, superstructure, bulkheads and exterior style were set by Feadship in advance, with the equipment portfolio also being pre-selected. Sirius has a ‘Miami’ interior, featuring classic art deco styling and a fresh feel. Contrasting woods and horizontal divisions clearly define the spaces, emphasizing the rich and comfortable environment.

Sirius offers the maximum space possible in a yacht of her size thanks to a central air conditioning system that removes the need for separate fan coil units in each room. Her general layout philosophy reflects the way modern owners cruise onboard superyachts, with the emphasis placed on a ‘beach house on the water’ lifestyle.

Feadship

www.feadship.nl

Lazzara 80 B HIVE For Sale: 2001

Mike Carlson and Brian Hermann with Ardell Yacht and Ship Brokers are pleased to announce the new listing for the Lazzara 80 B HIVE sitting in Fort Lauderdale. The Lazzara 80 B HIVE is asking 1.495MM.

The boat shows extremely well having been looked after by a professional captain. All systems are up to date and engines serviced. This is a turn key yacht for sale with a motivated seller.

The Lazzara 80 B HIVE for sale is a fast cruising motor yacht with an cockpit making for an ideal fishing vessel. The cabriolet model provides and enclosed sky deck with opening windows for all climates.

Please contact Mike Carlson or Brian Hermann with Ardell Yacht and Ship Brokers.
Carlson-Hermann@Ardell or call 954.525.7637

Lazzara Yachts For Sale

126' Christensen Emerald Isle Going To Auction Aug. 24.

Motor Yacht "Emerald Isle" has arrived in Fort Lauderdale and available to be shown.

After spending this afternoon previewing the boat I am pleased to say this could potentially be a good buy. She shows better than expected, especially in the interior. The exterior still needs some work such as a paint job but overall the boat shows well. Looking at comps on the market EMERALD ISLE shows to be a good buy and certainly worth considering. With a $2.85M reserve the opportunity is there.

If you're interested in learning more about this yacht please contact us at carlson-hermann@ardell.com or call 954.309.1255.

1992/2009 126' Christensen currently asking 5.9M goes to auction with a minimum bid of 2.85M.

Selling to the Highest Bidder at or above a minimum bid of $2,850,000.

Luxurious 126 foot Christensen motor yacht completely refitted in 2009.

Boasting world class elegance and the finest of materials, the Emerald Isle is a dream vessel crafted to roam the far oceans of the world. This luxury motor yacht has made eleven Trans-Atlantic crossings including cruises to Norway, Cruasia, Sardinia, the Melby Coast, Caribbean, and Alaska. Enjoyed by a single owner, the Emerald Isle has proven reliability and received a complete refitting in 2009.

Model: Tri-Deck Type: Motor Yacht
Beam: 26’0” Draft: 7’
Speed Max: 17 Knots
Engines: 2 x Detroit Diesel 12V92 TA’s/1040HP/1992
Fuel Capacity: 6,830 Gallons
Water Capacity: 1,700 Gallons
Hull Material: Composite
Range: 4,000 Nautical Miles

For more information on this yacht please email:
carlson-hermann@ardell.com or call us direct at (954) 309-1255.

Yachts for Auction.

Vicem Yachts For Sale: Vicem 92 Sea Trial

Myself and a number of other brokers were invited for a sea trial on an inventory Vicem 92 factory owned yacht based in Fort Lauderdale. This is a 2008 model that has never been owned currently asking $4,249,000 USD.

Vicem yachts are built in Antalya,Turkey. Under new management the team seems very positive in the future of the company introducing new models and aggressively promoting their brand.

I was extremely impressed with the level of finish reconfirming that Turkish builders are a major contender in shipbuilding. With very good quality and low prices these yards should not be overlooked.

We left the dock around 6PM out of Port Everglades with near perfect conditions for an evening cruise. 5-7 knots of breeze that settled down and 2-3 foot seas. The Vicem 92 displays an extremely impressive layout offering a large master cabin with separate entrance and 3 guest staterooms forward. Crew quarters aft allows for complete privacy. A very spacious flybridge with plenty of seating which was tested with a large crowd and food platters spread out.

The standard bow and stern thrusters allowed the captain to drive the boat without a hitch fitting into a very tight dockspace.

We cruised around 13 knots with a very pleasant motion at every angle. Although this particular Vicem does not have stabilizers the option is available.

For more information on Vicem Yachts please email us direct at carlson-hermann@ardell.com or call 954.309.1255.

Ardell Yacht and Ship Brokers
Mike Carlson
Brian Hermann

Yachts For Sale in France

Brian is in France inspecting and doing a sea trial on a 2000 100' Falcon. An Italian build that many feel is an underrated yacht with great value. Brian also previewed sailing yacht "Queen Nefertini" a 136' asking $6M.

MY Trinity Yacht 150 MAGIC For Sale: $1M USD Price Reduction

Contact Mike Carlson or Brian Hermann for more information

Carlson-Hermann@Ardell.com
954.525.7637





Trinity Yacht MAGIC now asking $13.9M USD.



Trinity 150 MAGIC is a large yacht for sale currently in the Med. This 46 m (150 foot) luxury yacht was developed by Trinity Yachts in 1997. Superyacht MAGIC is able to accommodate up to 10 passengers on board and has around 9 qualified crew. Completed by 1997 the comparatively modern interior design reveals the abilities of owner and Dee Robinson/Victory Lane Enterprises.

Motor yacht MAGIC (ex NOBLE HOUSE, VICTORY LANE and PRINCESS MARLA) is a 150ft tri deck Victory Lane Legend Series motor yacht powered by Twin Caterpillar 2250 horsepower engines

Construction & Designing of Luxury Yacht MAGIC

The yacht's general design work came from Trinity Yachts. The professional naval architecture drawings are the products of Trinity Yachts. Motor Yacht MAGIC received her elegant interior designing from the interior design company of Dee Robinson/Victory Lane Enterprises. Built at Trinity Yachts the yacht was completed in the United States. She was successfully launched in New Orleans LA in 1997 before being handed over to the owner. The hull was constructed with aluminium. The motor yacht superstructure is fabricated for the most part using aluminium. With a width of 8.5 metres or 27.9 feet MAGIC has spacious interior. She has a reasonably shallow draught of 2.44m (8ft). She had refit maintenance and modification completed by 2007.

M/Y MAGIC Engineering & Speed:

She is propelled by twin responsive CATERPILLAR main engine(s) and can attain a exciting top end continuous speed of approximately 24 knots. The main engine of the yacht produces 2250 horse power (or 1656 kilowatts). Her total HP is 4500 HP and her total Kilowatts are 3311. Her propulsion units are twin screw propellers. With respect to the ship’s stabalisers she was supplied with Naiad. As for thrusters she was fitted with Abt. Her energetic cruise speed is 20 knots which produces a range of 4500.

Superyacht MAGIC Has The Following Accommodations:

The spacious luxury yacht M/Y MAGIC can accommodate as many as 10 guests and 9 qualified crew.

A List of the Specifications of the MAGIC:
Superyacht Name: Motor Yacht MAGIC Ex: Noble House; Victory Lane; Princess Marla - Built By: Trinity Yachts Inc. - Built in: New Orleans LA, United States - Launched in: 1997 - Refitted in: 2007 - Length Overall: 45.72 metres / 150 feet - Waterline Length: 40.51 (132.9 ft)

Naval Architecture: Trinity Yachts, Trinity Yachts Design Team - Designers Involved in Yacht Design: - Interior Designers: Dee Robinson/Victory Lane Enterprises - Gross Tonnes: 488 - Nett Tonnes: 126 - Displacement: 206 - Hull / Superstructure Construction Material: aluminium / aluminium - Owner of MAGIC: - Cost To Build: - MAGIC available for luxury yacht charters: - Is the yacht for sale: - Helicopter Landing Pad: No - Swimming Pool: - Jacuzzi Spa: - Material Used For Deck: teak

USA - Class society used: ABS (American Bureau of Shipping) - Completed survey under Maritime & Coastguard Agency (MCA) Large Yacht Code: - Max yacht charter guests 10 - Guest’s cabins: - Guests Cabin configuration: - Maximum Number of Guests Whilst Underway: - Number of Crew Members: 9

Her Engine(s) is two 2250 HP or 1656 Kilowatts Caterpillar. Engine Model: 3512B diesel. - Total engine power output 4500 HP /3311 KW. - Cruise Speed: 20 nautical miles per hour. - Her top Speed is around 24 knots. - Range: 4500 at a speed of 11 knots. - Bunkering capacity: 61506 L. - Potable water capacity: 10409.00. - Generators: Caterpillar 90 kilowatts 3306. - Some locations the yacht has visited: Charlestown. United States. Washington County. Rhode Island. - Stabalisers: Naiad. - Thrusters: Abt. - A/C: JDNall or Aqua Air. - Yacht Beam: 8.5m/27.9ft. - Waterline Length (LWL): 40.51m/132.9ft. - Draught at deepest: 2.44m/8ft.

www.charterworld.com/index.html?sub=yacht-charter&charter=magic-3016

Yacht Showings

Friday and Saturday we previewed the following yachts.

Azimut 100 "Pure"
Broward 108 "Miss Stephanie"
Jones-Goodell "Hard Assets"
Jefferson 82 "Mona"
Maiora 102 "Evelyn"
Hargrave 96 "Maryclare"
Cheoy Lee 81

If you are interested to hear how any of these showed please let us know. Carlson-Hermann@Ardell.com

150' Trinity Magic Considered The Top Buy In The World.

150’ Trinity MAGIC For Sale

Please contact Mike Carlson and Brian Hermann to learn more on why MAGIC is considered the best deal in the world right now.

Carlson-Hermann@Ardell.com
Office: (954) 525-7637

In today’s market the yachts that are selling are priced aggressively to reflect the new market conditions. The yachting market is no different than others and has been recalibrated in the past two years. Sellers are becoming more realistic in their asking prices making buyers feel more confident in their offering prices. What brings confidence is a good deal, and this is exactly what we are presenting.

Email CARLSON-HERMANN@ARDELL.COM or call 954.390-1255.

126' Christensen Emerald Isle Going To Auction

1992/2009 126' Christensen currently asking 5.9M goes to auction with a minimum bid of 2.85M.

Selling to the Highest Bidder at or above a minimum bid of $2,850,000.

Luxurious 126 foot Christensen motor yacht completely refitted in 2009.

Boasting world class elegance and the finest of materials, the Emerald Isle is a dream vessel crafted to roam the far oceans of the world. This luxury motor yacht has made eleven Trans-Atlantic crossings including cruises to Norway, Cruasia, Sardinia, the Melby Coast, Caribbean, and Alaska. Enjoyed by a single owner, the Emerald Isle has proven reliability and received a complete refitting in 2009.

Model: Tri-Deck Type: Motor Yacht
Beam: 26’0” Draft: 7’
Speed Max: 17 Knots
Engines: 2 x Detroit Diesel 12V92 TA’s/1040HP/1992
Fuel Capacity: 6,830 Gallons
Water Capacity: 1,700 Gallons
Hull Material: Composite
Range: 4,000 Nautical Miles

For more information on this yacht please email:
carlson-hermann@ardell.com or call us direct at (954) 309-1255.

Yachts for Auction.

Hot Buys - What are you looking for?

In the past several months Brian and I have spent a considerable amount of time previewing yachts and examining yachts that are potentially great buys. We are near completion of having our list of the top 10 best buys on the market put together. If you're looking for a particular model let us know and who knows...maybe your dream yacht is out there and will cost much less than you think!

Brokerage Yacht Sales Are Up--

Sailboat brokerage numbers are up in May
Posted on June 08, 2010
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Yacht brokerage sales volume in 2010 has been running ahead of 2009 all year, but as brokerages moved into the typically high-volume selling season of May, the difference between sales in the two years has diminished.

According to YachtWorld.com member brokers who report their sales in the proprietary database SoldBoats.com, units were up 7 percent from 3,020 to 3,219, and total value of the sales increased 24 percent, from $264 million to $327 million. Year-to-date, the increases have been 22 percent and 39 percent, respectively.

Mid-sized and bigger boats had the best unit sales gains in May compared to May 2009: boats 36 to 45 feet were up 27 percent to 685 boats, 46 to 55 feet up 33 percent to 157 boats, and above 55 feet were up 38 percent to 84 boats.

By comparison, unit sales of boats 35 feet and below increased only 11 to 22 percent in May. Increased valuation of sales followed a similar pattern; in small boat-size ranges, valuation was up between 15 percent or less compared to May 2009, while larger boats sold at 25 to 35 percent higher valuation. The two highest-valued categories were among boats 36 to 45 feet and boats over 55 feet, both with total valuations close to $100 million.

On a percentage basis, unit sales of sailboats showed a greater increase than powerboats when comparing May 2010 to May 2009. For the year to date, 9,682 powerboats have been sold, a 21 percent increase over '09, and 2,385 sailboats have changed hands, a 25 percent increase. The total valuation of all powerboat sales is up slightly more than among sailboats, 40 and 37 percent, respectively. Powerboat sales account for $1.2 billion in total, while all sailboat sales have been valued at $180 million.

The time required to sell the average boat reported sold in May remained high - more than 300 days, for the second straight month. Both the power and sailboats sold during the month took an average of 314 days to sell.

A more detailed report on May 2010 brokerage sales, including a special report on sales in the Great Lakes region, will appear in the July issue of Soundings Trade Only.

— John Burnham, YachtWorld.com

How to sell your yacht in turbulent waters

Sales Tips to sell your yacht today:

We all know selling multi-million dollar yachts in the worst recession many of us have seen is not an easy task. Some not familiar with the industry would even say it’s laughable. No longer can you post your listing on sites such as YachtWorld and Yacht Council and sit back and wait for leads. No longer can you depend on the broker that credits himself as knowing everything there is about boats and rely solely on this knowledge. You would not consider hiring your cleaning lady to sell your house because she’s familiar with your home would you? The obvious answer is no, you would hire a sales professional who has the reputation and necessary tools to sell your yacht. Someone that knows the market, has the energy and drive to bring in prospects and can protect and advise you on selling one of your most prized and valuable assets.

Today’s market is value driven and buyers are looking for opportunities just as you would be if the roles were reversed. Listing your boat for sale does not make you a seller. A seller is someone that has been educated of the current market and priced their yacht to compete. A seller’s representative is aggressive providing exposure that will bring buyers to the table in a reasonable amount of time.

Are you an individual that wants to list your yacht for sale…or are you a seller?

Quick Sales Tips

•Make sure your listing agent has an assistant that can reach him or field calls. Also confirm that your broker is teamed with another broker in his office that can cover his business when out of the office. In the brokerage business, a successful broker often travels frequently so back up is very important. One-man brokerage offices can only handle one client at a time.

•Ask your broker for a report showing comparable yacht prices in the market as well as sold boat comps. If your yacht is not priced competitively in the market, it will generally not sell after other more competitively priced yachts have been sold or removed from the market.

•Ask your broker if they provide virtual tours as well as what new marketing tools are they using that are different than their competition.

•Position your yacht in a location where the yacht can be easily shown. Part of the exposure you need to sell are having showings.

•DON’T CHASE THE MARKET. Too often I look at listing that show the date the yacht went to market as being two or three years ago with significant price reductions along the way. Price your yacht to sell, not to sit.

Contact Mike Carlson and Brian Hermann to sell your yacht today.

carlson-hermann@ardell.com

Expedition Yacht NuExplorer For Sale

Expedition Yacht NuExplorer For Sale

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Florida Sales Tax Cap

Boat Sales Tax Cap passes both Florida State House and Senate.

The proposed boat sales tax cap has passed both the Florida State House and Senate and is part of the larger jobs for Florida Bill. The bill has now been forwarded to the Governor of Florida, Charlie Crist, who has fifteen days from the time he receives the bill to sign it into law, which would take effect July 1, 2010. Governor Crist has voiced his support for the Florida Jobs Bill.
This proposed bill will cap the tax on the purchase of vessels in the State of Florida to a maximum of $18,000.00. The intent of the bill is to encourage the purchase and US flagging of larger yachts in the State of Florida, that otherwise would be doing an offshore registration and documentation of the vessel due to the 6% sales tax that is currently being enforced. Any boat over $300,000.00 will benefit from the proposed bill. The $18,000.00 cap is derived from the amount that it costs to do an offshore corporation for a vessel. The state of Florida realized, through the efforts of the Florida Yacht Brokers Association and the Marine Industries Association of South Florida, that instead of these boats going offshore to do a closing, in nearby Bahamas, that it would be better to retain this revenue for the State and provide a tax break for yacht owners at the same time.
The key benefits for yacht owners, beside the huge savings in taxes, will be in the costs associated to moving the vessels to a foreign location, arranging crew, and crew accommodations. As long as the boat is US registered and the appropriate sales tax has been paid, the boats will no longer be required to have cruising permits in the states and they will be able to stay indefinitely. Hiring crew will also be less hassle for captains and owners as it will be easier to obtain and retain good crew with vessels legally located in prime South Florida Marinas. Completing refits, organizing detailing, and standard maintenance issues will also be more easily arranged while the yachts are positioned in the US.
re easily arranged while the yachts are positioned in the US.