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Discover the exceptional 2006 Grand Banks 72 Aleutian, a remarkable yacht that combines luxury with performance, now located in Sarasota, FL. This meticulously well-maintained vessel stands out with its impressive length of 76 ft, offering ample space and comfort for those who seek adventure on the high seas. The yacht is powered by twin Caterpillar C30 diesel engines, boasting 1,550 hp each, which allows for a top speed of 27 knots and a comfortable cruising speed of 21 knots. With engine hours at 3,600 as of June 2024, and major services recently completed, this yacht is presented as turn-key ready. The recent updates include rebuilt transmissions, full Cat service, new coolers, props re-tuned, and more, ensuring enhanced safety and performance for its new owner.
The 72 Aleutian is not just about power and maintenance; it’s also about the luxury and functionality it offers. It features upgraded Naiad Hydraulic stabilizer fins and bow thruster seals for a smooth cruising experience, alongside a Parker Aquamatic 19 GPH Watermaker, ensuring fresh water supply. The flybridge is a highlight, equipped with Garmin displays, Naiad controls, and a 1,000 lb capacity davit, not to mention the Summerset SS gas grill for entertaining. Inside, the yacht boasts state-of-the-art navigation and control systems, including two Garmin GPS map 8622 displays, ensuring ease of maneuverability. With recent exterior upgrades including new bottom paint, prop speed on metals, and multi-color underwater lights, this yacht is as stunning visually as it is functionally. Priced at $1,999,900, this Grand Banks 72 Aleutian represents an excellent value for those looking to embark on cruising adventures from the prime location of Florida.
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Basic Information:
- Price: 1,999,900.00 USD
- Length: 76 ft
- Year: 2006
- Make: Grand Banks
- Model: 72 Aleutian
Technical Specifications:
- Beam: 19.83 ft
- Draft: 5 ft
- Fuel Capacity: 2625|gallon
- Water Capacity: 350|gallon
- Cruising Speed: 21 kn
- Maximum Speed: 26 kn
Engine Details:
- Make: Caterpillar – Model: C-30 – Power: 1550|horsepower
- Make: Caterpillar – Model: C-30 – Power: 1550|horsepower
Location:
Sarasota, FL, US
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What kind of performance and power can I expect from the Grand Banks 72 Aleutian?
The Grand Banks 72 Aleutian is equipped with twin Caterpillar C30 diesel engines, boasting 1,550 hp each. This powerful configuration allows the yacht to reach a top speed of 27 knots, with a comfortable cruising speed of 21 knots. Additionally, it operates efficiently at under 11 knots for those who prefer a more leisurely pace. With engine services recently completed, including rebuilt transmissions and new coolers, this yacht offers reliable performance and is ready-to-go for new owners.
How is the Grand Banks 72 Aleutian equipped for long cruises?
This yacht is well-prepared for extended voyages with its upgraded Naiad Hydraulic stabilizer fins and bow thruster seals, ensuring a smooth ride through various sea conditions. It’s also equipped with a Parker Aquamatic 19 GPH Watermaker, allowing for longer trips without the need to frequently dock for fresh water. The yacht’s navigation and control systems, including two Garmin GPS map 8622 displays, ensure easy and safe journey planning, making it an ideal choice for ambitious cruising adventures from its prime Florida base.
Can you tell me about the recent updates and condition of the yacht?
The Grand Banks 72 Aleutian is described as well-maintained by knowledgeable owners who have kept up with all necessary services and upgrades. Recent works include a full service of its twin Caterpillar engines, rebuilt transmissions, new coolers, re-tuned props, and upgraded navigation and stabilization systems. Cosmetic and functional exterior upgrades include new bottom paint, prop speed on metals, multi-color underwater lights, as well as new awnings and lighting. The inclusion of a new audio system with Fusion Stereos and JL Audio further enhances the onboard experience. All these upgrades ensure that the yacht is in a turn-key ready condition.
What luxury and functional features does the Grand Banks 72 Aleutian offer?
The Grand Banks 72 Aleutian is designed with both luxury and functionality in mind, featuring walkaround decks and a side door near the lower helm for easy access outdoors. Its larger cockpit, compared to previous models, provides ample space for relaxation and entertainment. The flybridge is not only equipped with necessary navigation controls but also includes seating, a 1,000 lb capacity davit, and a Summerset SS gas grill for enjoyable outdoor gatherings. Additionally, the onboard luxury is complemented with crew quarters that accommodate 2, ensuring that every cruise is both enjoyable and well-supported by staff.
Where is the Grand Banks 72 Aleutian located and why does it matter for potential buyers?
The yacht is conveniently located in Sarasota, FL, a prime location offering an attractive starting point for cruising adventures. Florida’s coastlines and proximity to the Caribbean islands, Bahamas, and other tropical destinations make the Grand Banks 72 Aleutian perfectly positioned for owners looking to explore these regions. The state’s well-developed yachting infrastructure, with numerous marinas and services, further adds to the appeal, ensuring easy access to maintenance and provisioning for extended trips. This location, combined with the yacht’s readiness for immediate cruising, makes it an appealing option for potential buyers eager to embark on their next sailing adventure.
Provided Description:
“M/Y Relentless” is a 2006 Grand Banks 72 Aleutian Raised Pilothouse that has been cared for with an open check book by knowledgeable yacht owners. The 72 Grand banks “M/Y Relentless” has just had all the major services completed making her a true turn-key boat, ready for any adventure of your choice. Recent services include but are not limited to a Cat 1000 hour service, full rebuild of both transmissions, new transmission coolers, new oil coolers, shafts pulled and checked, props sent for prop scan and re-tuned, 6 new air handlers, electo-sea installed, full service on the Naiad Hydraulic stabilizer fins including seals, oil new cooler, new oil cooler tank, 2 Naiad displays, and new seals on bow thruster just to name a few of the recent services in the last 4 months. The 72 Grand Banks was based on the 64 Grand Banks designed by Tom Fexas, but benefits from a cockpit, longer running surface, additional fuel capacity, and more storage. She is easy to handle thanks to walkaround decks and a side door directly adjacent to the lower helm station. “M/Y Relentless” is powered twin Caterpillar C30 diesel engines rated at 1,550 horsepower each enable this boat to reach top speeds approaching 27 knots and a comfortable high cruise speed of around 21 knots. For efficiency, anything under 11 knots is very economical and doesn’t require much effort from the big engines. Three staterooms with ensuite heads plus crew quarters for 2 provide plenty of space for overnight guests. What is normally a convertible office is a dedicated stateroom on this 72, with 3 bunks. Typical of Grand Banks, her interior living areas are roomy and comfortable and feature beautiful teak joinery.
Recent Updates/Upgrades 2024 Both transmissions fully rebuilt May 2024 Cat Service on mains with valve adjustments Aftercoolers removed, cleaned and pressed tested New oil coolers New Transmission coolers New Naiad displays at both helms Naiad service with new seals New Naiad cooler and tank New Fusion Stereo’s through out with Party Mode New JL Audio through out Exterior New JL Audio Amps New smart TV in Salon 6 New air handlers through out the boat A/C system fully serviced Parker Aquamatic 19 GPH Watermaker serviced Bow Thruster seals replaced New bottom Paint New prop speed on metals 3 New lumitech multi color underwater lights. New Cutless bearings Props balanced Updates and Upgrades 2023/2022 New interior carpet All new interior countertops New interior hardware to match more modern look New mattresses (Oct 2022) All new linens 5-person dinette with leaves (reupholstered Oct 2022) Stidd captain’s chair (reupholstered Oct 2022) 2 x Garmin GPS map 8622 multi-function display (new 2022) Galley New galley ice maker New galley sink Cabinet reconfigures to allow for more open space New exterior throw cushions New aft awning All new lighting exterior; nav, anchor, running, and exterior courtesy lighting Summerset SS gas grill (new Jan 2023) Engine Room/Mechanical Parker Aquamatic 19 GPH Watermaker (new Oct 2022) Stabilizer system serviced 3 x New AC Chillers Steering system serviced (Dec 2022) SalonTwo electric doors open from the aft deck to the elegant salon. When left open, the area flows nicely as one. The curved sofa and two chairs provide lots of seating and the bookcases are useful and great-looking. A pop-up TV is in a cabinet in the aft port corner and a bar is in the starboard one. Teak and holly sole with L-shaped settee 2 x Upholstered chairs Pop-up TV ( New in 2024) Bar cabinet bookshelves Surround sound audio High-low table dimmable lighting Electric door to the aft deck AC breaker and switch panel New stone cabinet tops GalleyUp a few steps is the galley, complete with loads of refrigeration and storage. To starboard is a staircase to the flybridge. Subzero drawers (2 x freezer and 4 x refrigeration) Miele cooktop Miele dishwasher Single SS under-counter sink Insinkerator disposal New stone counter tops Isotherm icemaker (Oct 2022) Master StateroomSituated amidship, the Owner Stateroom has a king-sized berth flanked by a walk-in closet aft to starboard and Master Head aft to port. As in the rest of this boat, storage is abundant. Centerline king-sized berth Twin night stands Reading lamps 4 x Portlights with solid offshore covers 2 x Chests of drawers Walk-in hanging locker Carpeted sole with hatch cut-outs Make-up desk with mirror Additional drawers and lockers En suite head with large shower Dometic freshwater head Portlight in the head with offshore cover Sony wall-mounted TV Fusion radio (2024 with party mode feature) New stone counter (Oct 2022) Lower CompanionwayAccess to all the guest staterooms is available through this companion way. Hatches leading to the forward bilges are easy to remove. A clothes washer and dryer are located just outside the Master Stateroom door. Carpeted sole “Day” access to VIP head Access to master and guest staterooms Asko dryer front load Asko washer front load Whale manual bilge pump Central vacuum inlet Guest StateroomThis stateroom has 2 bunks, side-by-side, and a third bunk above the outside berth. Attached is a head with sink and toilet. 3 x Single berths Reading lights Teak and holly sole Hanging locker Storage drawers Portlight with offshore cover Ensuite head with shower Dometic freshwater head VIP StateroomForward is the VIP Guest Stateroom with a centerline queen berth, lockers, and drawers. The head is accessible privately or through the companionway. It has a separate shower stall. Centerline queen-sized berth Reading lamps 2 x Portlights with offshore covers Deck hatch with black-out screen and bug screen Hanging locker Storage drawers Carpeted sole Ensuite access to a full head with shower Portlight with offshore cover Dometic freshwater head New stone counter (Oct 2022) Fusion Radio (2024) HelmForward of the Galley lies the lower helm, flanked to port by a dinette and to starboard by a door to the side deck and stairs down to the guest staterooms. Thanks to the open aft bulkhead of the Galley, sightlines from the lower station are phenomenal. A full array of electronics and controls are beautifully arranged within easy reach and sight of the Stidd captain’s chair. Stidd captain’s chair (reupholstered Oct 2022) 5-person dinette with leaves (reupholstered Oct 2022) Starboard side door to the side deck Garmin chartplotter (Oct 2022) 2 x Big Bay dimmable monitors 2 x SilverStone CPUs Icom IC M602 VHF radio Simrad AP25 autopilot Maxwell anchor windlass controller Naiad bow thruster Naiad stabilizers Display (Replaced in 2024) Tank Sentry fuel level gauges and transfer system 2 x Furuno GP-33 2 x Furuno RD-33 VDO rudder angle indicator Parker Aquamatic 19 GPH Watermaker controls (Serviced 2024) Xantrex inverter monitor Freshwater transfer pump control Grey water Tank Sentry Black water Tank Sentry Freshwater Tank Sentry DC breaker panel 3 x windshield wiper and washer controls 3 x windshield blinds FlybridgeThe Flybridge is accessible from the aft deck and via stairs in the Galley. The upper helm is forward and two L-shaped lounges are aft, all beneath the cover of the factory-built fiberglass hardtop. Aft of the seating is a large area for dinghy storage and/or sunning area. A gas grill is aft of the port seating and behind the starboard seating is a 1,000 lb capacity davit. 2 x Stidd helm chairs 2 x Garmin GPS map 8622 multi-function display (new 2022) Icom IC M602 VHF radio Icom Command Mic Simrad AP25 autopilot Start/stop engine ignitions VDO rudder angle indicator Maxwell anchor windlass control Spotlight control Naiad bow thruster control Naiad Display (Replaced 2024) Garmin control Furuno RD 33 2 x L-shaped sofas 2 x teak cocktail tables Fiberglass hardtop Venturi windshield 1000 lb davit Summerset SS gas grill (new Jan 2023) Overhead lights Radar arch Air horns Engine Room 2 x Caterpillar C30 1,550 hp diesel engines (1000 hour service) Engine hours: Port 3,600; Starboard 3,600 (June 2024) Twin 20kw Northern Lights generators Generator hours: Port 4,600; Starboard 4,600 (June 2024) Centek generator exhaust separators 2 x Charles IsoTransformers AC freshwater pump Parker Aquamatic 19 GPH Watermaker (new Oct 2022 Serviced 2024) Eskimo ice chipper Twin-disc MCG 6557-A marine gears (Full Rebuild May 2024) PTO on both engines Fuel transfer pump 4 x Chilled water air con units (#1 and 4 new April 2023) 2 x Water heaters #2 new Nov 2022) Dripless shaft seals (Replaced 2024) Fireboy fire suppression system recertified in 12/23 Water-tight door to crew quarters Crew QuartersThe crew quarters may be accessed from the port side deck or through a door in the engine room. Over-under bunks Reading lights Air conditioning TV Wet head Refrigerator with freezer space Hanging locker Storage lockers CockpitThe large cockpit is accessible from the aft deck or through the transom door from the molded swim platform. Beneath the cockpit is an expansive lazarette and on the forward side is a sink to starboard and an ice bin fed by a Dometic ice chipper to starboard. High sides Transom door to the swim platform 2 x Glendinning Cablemaster with 50amp cords Teak deck 2 x Rod holders Side and transom hawse pipes 4 x Cleats 2 x hatches to lazarette Tackle center with sink Water-tight door to the generator room and engine room Portuguese Bridge and BowThe covered side decks lead forward, past gates amidship, to a Portuguese bridge and through gates to the bow comfortable seating is to port and starboard and the double anchor pulpit and windlass are forward, complete with power Inlets. Storage on the inboard side of the Portuguese bridge Teak decks and side decks Centerline bow access doors Lounge seats on bow Anchor locker hatches Fresh and saltwater washdowns Large freeing ports/hawse pipes 4 x Cleats Anchor pulpit for 2 x anchors Double-headed windlass 2 x 50amp inlets and breakers Storage beneath lounge seats 2 x Dorades with plumbed fans Aft DeckThe large, covered aft deck is part of the salon when the twin doors are open. There’s plenty of seating around the large table for al fresco dining. Wing doors to the side decks are forward to port and starboard, and stairs aft on both sides lead to the cockpit. Access to the crew quarters is through a door on the port side deck. Built-in bench seating aft with storage Large teak dining table 4 x teak folding chairs Ladder to flybridge Teak deck Exclusions Owners Personal Property
Fly Yachts is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Galati Yacht Sales.
