BENETTI-DOLPHIN-CLASSIC MOTOR-YACHT for sale in Tuscany Italy

B S K – HISTORY & DESCRIPTION: The luxury yacht designers and builders Benetti need little introduction as one of the leading superyacht brands in the world. Founded in 1873 at the historic shipyard in Tuscany the company have produced bespoke yachts for the rich and famous for the past 150 years. In the early 1960s Lorenzo Benetti took over the luxury yacht division and began designing in steel the Dolphin, Delfino and Timero classes in the 18 to 23-metre range.

B S K – HISTORY & DESCRIPTION: The luxury yacht designers and builders Benetti need little introduction as one of the leading superyacht brands in the world. Founded in 1873 at the historic shipyard in Tuscany the company have produced bespoke yachts for the rich and famous for the past 150 years. In the early 1960s Lorenzo Benetti took over the luxury yacht division and began designing in steel the Dolphin, Delfino and Timero classes in the 18 to 23-metre range. BSK is one of the early Dolphin Class of which twenty-three were built by Benetti during the 1960s. This stylish and well-planned motor-yacht was favoured by Prince Rainer, Princess Grace and the Beatles. In the current ownership BSK (named after the first initial of the owner’s children) has been completely refitted over a six-year period bring the vessel up to modern-day standards whilst retaining the class and style of the period. Original fitting were retained and re-chromed and all-new deck canopies fitted. The addition of a large bathing platform has enhanced the design and practicality of BSK. Steel constructed hull, teak laid decks, aluminium superstructure. Teak brightwork BUILDER: Cantieri Navali Benetti YEAR: 1963 / Reconditioned 2013 to 2019 LOA: 18.70 metres BEAM: 5.06 metres DRAFT: 1.80 metres CERTIFICATION: RINA TONNAGE: Light displacement 40 Tons INTERIOR DESIGNER: Michele Bonan HULL COLOUR: Blue and White CRUISING SPEED: 11 Knots MAXIMUM SPEED: 13 Knots RANGE: 1300/1600 rpm FUEL CAPACITY: 2,500 Litres WATER CAPACITY: 1,200 Litres FUEL CONSUMPTION: 100 litres per hour ENGINES: 2 x 675hp VOLVO PENTA D12 common-rail diesels (2013) Hydraulic stern system station ENGINES HOURS: 900 hrs from 2013 STABILIZERS: In navigation – Fins Rodriquez (2011) GENERATORS: Kohler 20Kw HOURS: 600 hours ELECTRICITY: 24 volts / 220volts Air Conditioning B-CE FRIGOMAR overhauled 2015 Desalination H.P. High Pressure (2005) Model SC 140 230V 50HZ VARIOUS N. FOUR Hi-Fi and Samsung Televisions. Hydraulic Bowthruster N. Hydraulic Stern gangway Besenzoni Sprint Accommodation for seven guests in four staterooms plus two crew. Master Stateroom with En-Suite. VIP Stateroom with En-Suite. Guest Twin Staterooms with Ensuite. Single cabin. Twin Crew Cabin. Stern Accommodation with Owners Double Cabin, Mahogany Panelling, Bathroom with Mahogany Panelling, Separated shower (Blue tiles) Washstand in Mahogany WC, Bidet. Bow Accommodation Guest Cabin Mahogany Panelling, two single side beds. Bathroom with Mahogany panelling, separated shower (Blue tiles) Washstand in Mahogany, WC, Bidet. Guest Cabin, Mahogany Panelling, 2 single beds, L shaped Bathroom, Mahogany panelling, Separated shower ( Blue tiles ) Washstand in Mahogany, WC. Single Cabin, Mahogany panelling, Single bed. Crew’s Cabin with two single beds (Bunk beds) with separated bathroom. Air conditioning throughout. Communications Equipment: Satellite telephone Satellite antenna Navigation Equipment AUTOMATIC PILOT Radar GARMIN 48NM G.P.S. GARMIN 5012 + RAYMARINE Axiom 2019 V.H.F. “Sailor” PLOTTER GARMIN 5012 COMPASS SATCOM IRIDIUM ECHOSOUNDER RAY MARINE MASTER 5.50 metre TENDER with outboard motor: Honda 40Hp (new 2019) – Anchor Orvea (2016) BROKERS NOTE: A rare opportunity to purchase a Dolphin Class Benetti, fully refurbished and offering a convenient sized 60s classic ideal for extended holidays or exploring the Mediterranean. Contact us for more information or to arrange a visit aboard BSK in this beautiful Italian marina location. GUIDE PRICE: On Application LYING: North Tuscany VIEWING: By Appointment through CLASSIC YACHT BROKERAGE REF: CYB/B402