At this price range, you are in the domain of serious cruising vessels, boasting multiple cabins, robust engines, and ample living spaces conducive to extended stays onboard. The Miami Yacht Show stands as the ultimate venue for comparing boats side by side, offering a glimpse into the vast array of options available.
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Among the boats on show from manufacturers like Jeanneau, Cruisers, and Pursuit, you can truly gauge the spectrum of choices within reach for this budget in 2024.
Cruisers 38 GLS
$1,027,000
The Cruisers 38 GLS is all about day boating, designed for hitting the sandbank quickly, open everything up have fun, and then blast back again. Fed by triple 400hp V10 outboards - which are an upgrade - this boats rockets to 55-56 miles per hour - some serious pace on the water.
In the cockpit, the Cruisers 38 GLS has a balcony - a now-essential feature for many boaters - on one side, while the other side has the seating area. The backrest here twists around, allowing you to face the water or face out over the balcony. Built in the USA, the boat prides itself on the quality of its fit-out, and you can really see it in the upholstery, woodwork, and friction fittings. It's a lovely product.
You'll find a grill, cooling space, storage, and a sink - all the usual dayboating stuff. The helm station features a double helm bench with leather finishes, drop-down armrests, and a canvas sunroof for shade & protection from bad weather - and there's joystick control.
Forward, the layout includes a comfortable lounging space with a table, speakers, and plenty of cup holders. Below deck, the accommodation is surprisingly spacious for a day boat. Though open plan, it offers a convertible double berth forward and another double bed under the cockpit, perfect for kids. There's even a TV and a separate bathroom with shower facilities, making an overnight stay quite comfortable.
For Europeans, the Cruisers 38 GLS is a taste of something different, with its multiple outboards and sports fishing flair. For Americans, it's a familiar yet high-quality option, albeit above a million-dollar budget. A good choice if you're after fast, fun, and flexible day boating without a compromise on quality.
Reasons to Buy
- High performance with triple outboards
- High-quality fit and finish
- Spacious forward lounging area
Things to Consider
- Limited overnight sleeping space
- Balcony only on one side
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Jeanneau NC 1295 Fly
$890,000
If you want a flybridge for this budget then take a look at the Jeanneau NC 1295 Fly It can get it's speed up to about 40 knots with a triple outboard configuration. In the cockpit, there's a balcony on the starboard side which you can manually drop-downs to enjoy some extra deck space. Although it doesn't have a balcony on the port side, the sliding boarding gate and drop-down backrest can be arranged into a sun pad. There's also a pop-out sunshade so you don't fry in the sun.
On deck, the asymmetric design favours the starboard side, lining up with the side door for easy access. The sunbathing space and small table up front are a treat, making the most of the foredeck space. The flybridge isn't particularly big, but Jeanneau has packed in a grill, wet bar, and seating area. The two-way backrest can make up part of the dinette or a double navigator's bench. The single helm seat is a commanding position, with optional bow thruster and twin throttles, all well within reach.
Inside, the galley has a pop-up bar area and reasonable storage, but no domestic-size fridge freezer. You'll have to make do with two large cooling drawers instead. The dinette is another space maximiser, with a pop-up TV and a table that converts into an additional double berth - allowing up to eight adults to sleep at a push. The main helm station is simple with great sightlines, high-positioned throttles and a side door.
Below decks, the accommodation is genuinely spacious, across three good-sized cabins. The twin cabins share a day head, while the owner’s cabin forward is the real highlight. It has a lovely big double bed, private bathroom with a separate shower, and plenty of natural light thanks to an opening hatch and long hull windows.
Reasons to Buy
- Great all-round view
- Sunbathing space
- Private owner's bathroom
Things to Consider
- Headroom isn't amazing
- Narrow raised deck
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De Antonio 42 Open
$929,026
The De Antonio 42 Open might look like a standard walk-around T-top, but it's different. Made in Poland by a Spanish company, this boat hides a surprise: three 400hp Mercury V10 outboards tucked under the sun pad. With the engines boxed in like this, it should cut noise and maximise deck space. You get the perks of outboard propulsion without losing the full-width bathing platform and engine access.
The central dinette features twin tables that open up for plenty of seating - great for on-board lunches. It's right next to the wet bar, which comes with a cooktop, sink, and cooling storage, making hosting straightforward.
At the helm, you've got a few engine options, but the triple 400s steal the show reaching 47-48 knots. The helm has triple bolstered seats and an upright dash with carbon fibre touches. Adjustable for comfort at any height, and the deep windscreen keeps you protected during the ride.
Head forward, and you'll find a sunbathing paradise equipped with speakers and cup holders. Below deck, the surprises keep coming. The accommodation is roomy and high-quality. The forward double cabin offers privacy with its sliding door, while the bathroom shines with a teak-laid floor and generous headroom.
Amidships, the yacht avoids cramming in berths and instead, there's a chill-out zone. The air conditioning is a cool escape from above decks, and the benches convert into a berth if needed.
Reasons to Buy
- Full-width bathing platform
- Walk-around deck
- Spacious dinette area
Things to Consider
- Cramped cabin
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Pursuit S378
$967,328
Back to Americana with the Pursuit S378. It has the classic fast centre console design, built for speed and fishing. Triple Yamaha outboards propel this boat to an incredible 60 miles an hour. The deck caters to fishing with rod holders, a bait well, and loads of open space for all the gear. But it's not just a fishing space - there's a little bit of comfort as well with flip-up bench seating at both ends.
At the helm, triple seats with bolsters and armrests offer the same familiar flexibility so you can sit or stand. The fully enclosed area, with the windscreen meeting the T-top, keeps you well-protected from the elements. Joystick control for those three engines and an optional bow thruster are good for slow-speed manoeuvring.
The bow is a seriously cool living space. Seating with pop-out backrests can become a chaise lounge, ideal for laid-back cruising. Below deck, the finish is high-quality, with a separate day head & standing headroom. The cabin switches from bed mode to dining mode thanks to a nifty rising table stashed beneath the cushions.
Reasons to Buy
- 60mph top speed!
- Plenty of open space
- Fishing focused
Things to Consider
- Bow thruster as an option
- Simple interior design
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SAY 42
$1,010,000
The SAY 42 is a boat with an all-carbon fibre build that really stands out at the show with its bright orange paint job - you can choose any colour you'd like though. This performance machine has a pair of 430hp petrol V8 engines, propelling it to a top speed of 43 knots. Choose the Ilmore engine option, and you're looking at an impressive 60 knots - matching the speed of the Pursuit S378.
On deck, the SAY 42 has plenty to enjoy. A massive sunbathing area lifts up to reveal the engines, which run on stern drives. This setup is super-efficient and incredibly light, with the entire package weighing in at under 10,000lb- remarkable for a 42-foot boat. Moving forward, you'll find some protection under a stubby T-top, with an extended canopy providing shade over the sun pad. The amidships dinette features a table that drops down, allowing it to convert into another sun pad. The carbon fibre detailing, highlighted against the orange and complemented by plenty of teak, looks wonderful.
Positioned in a cosy cockpit is the helm station with full suspension seats; again carbon fibre. Thin but incredibly comfortable. They slide forward and back and swivel to face different directions. The sporty driving position, with throttles set nice and high and a low windscreen, is designed for seated driving.
While accommodation isn't the primary focus, the SAY 42 does still have a small berth below deck. The space benefits from natural light thanks to the lots glass, and there's a separate bathroom included. It's not the main attraction, but it's a nice bonus for those overnight stays.
Reasons to Buy
- All carbon fibre build
- Efficient stern drives
- 43 knot top speed
Things to Consider
- Low windscreen
- Quite thin seats
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