If you’re in the market for a yacht, you have several options available to you. You can commission a yacht customized to your precise specifications; you can personalize a semi-custom yacht where you still maintain design control for a smaller price tag, but if you’re looking to make an immediate purchase, there are also many pre-owned options that come with a brand-new look and feel thanks to several key refits.
For those whose top priority is customization and control, there are a number of excellent opportunities in the new build market. For owners seeking a yacht tailored to their every whim, many shipyards can accommodate the commissioning of a fully custom build. Of course, this will increase both the cost and build time considerably.
Many established shipyards are also now shifting toward semi-custom builds, which offer shorter delivery times, proven designs, and more competitive pricing compared to fully customized yachts. Of course, costs are rising in the custom and semi-custom superyacht market, and it can be a challenge for even the wealthiest buyers to outpace growing worldwide yacht inflation. New vessels can run well above $200 million, in part because builders are adding more amenities and larger outdoor spaces.
Not everyone wants to wait years to step aboard their next luxury yacht, and many brokerages are selling outstanding yachts that are already on the water, offering immediate ownership, and at a fraction of the replacement cost. Most of these yachts are pre-owned, but there are also yachts on the sales market that have just been delivered, offering a wide range of sizes and features, all with recent refits to make each yacht feel modern and new.
Working with a Broker
Buying on the brokerage market offers instant availability and a more cost-effective option than a new and custom build — but in order to calculate the best value for your dollar and to ensure you get all the options you’re looking for, the expertise and guidance of a sales broker is paramount. You can contact us anytime to learn about how we can help make the sales journey easier and quicker, and buying on the brokerage market also opens the door to smaller or Mid-size yachts are becoming increasingly difficult to find and purchase due to the constant increase in minimum lengths for most shipbuilders.
At Moran Yacht & Ship, we have several options for mid-size refit yachts for sale to suit the needs of the most discerning buyer, and today, we’re looking at two beautiful vessels, TASIA and MARGUERITE.
TASIA from Feadship
Representing the gold standard in yachting, the 158′ Feadship TASIA (formerly GITANA) is currently for sale in turnkey condition following a comprehensive refit in 2022. This superyacht features stunning design inside and out, where every detail has been carefully considered. The extensive refit work includes an engineering overhaul and a full interior remodel, making her a true standout in port and on the water.
Sleek & Stylish Design
With her 499 GT displacement and cutting-edge engineering, TASIA combines elegance, comfort, and functionality in one exceptional yacht. Showcasing the renowned design expertise of Guido De Groot and the naval architecture of Frits De Voogt, with oversized windows in the main salon port and starboard for panoramic views of every port of call, TASIA is the envy of yacht owners wherever she docks.
The elegantly casual Deco-Caribbean motifs and contrasting madrona burl and wood joinerwork complement the sleek design. The layout is optimized for entertainment and relaxation, with an expansive main salon, a formal dining area, and multiple al fresco spaces.
The sundeck is a favorite lounging area, perfect for sunbathing and outdoor dining, boasting an enclosed gym area, a Jacuzzi, and sunpads with ample seating for guests forward, and comfortable guest seating arrangements as well as a BBQ area aft.
Opulent Suite & Cabins
Another standout is the full beam master suite forward on the main deck with a king bed, extensive closet storage, an owner’s desk, a couch and chaise lounge, a state-of-the-art entertainment system, and expansive windows port and starboard to further enhance the spaciousness of the stateroom. The ensuite master bathroom has a large steam shower, a stunning Jacuzzi tub with a skylight above, and a breathtaking mural behind.
Below deck are four guest staterooms with complimentary styling, clean lines, and the elegant John Munford designed millwork seen throughout the yacht. There are two queen staterooms with ensuite bathrooms with Jacuzzi tub and shower. Two additional twin staterooms (each with a Pullman bunk) have ensuite bathrooms with showers complete with high finishes and luxurious marble work throughout.
TASIA also boasts a range of amenities, from a well-equipped sundeck with a Jacuzzi to generous spaces for watersports equipment and toys, making her equally suitable for private retreats or entertaining. Meticulously maintained and privately owned since her launch, TASIA is a rare and desirable offering on the market today for $17,900,000.
MARGUERITE from Lürssen
Built in Germany by the Lürssen shipyard and featuring an updated and recently refit interior, the 201′ superyacht MARGUERITE is now available for sale from Moran Yacht & Ship for $43,750,000. This stunning superyacht boasts an opulent interior design by Michael Bargo and a Winch Design exterior.
MARGUERITE is a five-deck vessel complete with sleek lines and immense open spaces that are perfect for entertainment and hosting.
Designed as an ocean-going cruising yacht capable of serving as a floating luxury home for months at a time, MARGUERITE is the perfect vessel for extended stays on open waters. Built with a steel hull and aluminum superstructure throughout, she comfortably cruises at 14 knots and reaches a maximum speed of 17 knots with a range of up to 7,700 nautical miles from her 168,000-liter fuel tanks at 13 knots thanks to her twin MTU engines.
The ship accommodates twelve guests and seventeen expert crew members in complete comfort with an immense Owner’s suite, VIP suite, and four additional staterooms. This is a two-story apartment that lies forward on the main and upper decks.
Notable amenities of the self-contained, full beam Owner’s suite includes his and hers bathrooms and his and hers walk-in wardrobes and dressing rooms. Additionally, a hallway leads to the Owner’s Observation Lounge while the Owner’s Sun Deck gives the owner plenty of privacy without denying guests use of the deck, making this an ideal vessel for creating lasting seabound memories.
Securing the Right Broker
If you’re in the market to purchase a yacht, the process can be complex, and having a broker specializing in luxury yacht charter and sales options will help you complete the transaction with speed, efficiency, and legal accuracy. Working with proven Fort Lauderdale yacht brokers of record provides you with access to a team of professional brokers who will help you achieve your goal of buying your dream yacht — in a fraction of the time.