£1.5M Superyacht tour : 120ft Hall Russell

[@ozziepilot2899]

Maybe you can do a post restoration video of this lovely ship when it's all done :)

[@hitomitanukki4848]

Seconded!!.. love to see how she turns out

[@lewisariki6396]

Thirded?? Completely sure that is not a real word, but it is a real request!

[@rockets4kids]

Based on the design style it looks like the restoration has been underway since the 1990s....

[@TheDarkrelic]

Good idea, a before and after 👍🏻

[@treylennon4858]

Great idea !!

[@mallerywallinger1096]

This has to be one of my favourite boats so far. I love it. The only thing I would change are the televisions. Please would you update us when this boat is fully renovated.

[@garethchild]

I agree. Comparing this design with more modern boats is interesting, but this has charm and character of its own. As a steel vessel it also has lots of design & build traits I recognise from my own (much, much smaller) boat. Your experience on this would be completely different from, say, a Sunseeker 131. That, IMHO, is its appeal. Why compete? Why not opt out of the fashion show altogether and just enjoy the experience? Please, Aquaholic, do come back to this boat when the work is finished.

[@lewisariki6396]

Oh sugar, I said almost the same prior to reading your remark! So I second your thoughts sir!

[@smith5312]

My favourite too cos it’s a ship not a yacht. If they sold the tellies as antiques they would pay for the refit of the boat they were that old. 🤣🤣

[@PhilbyFavourites]

Gents, she is currently residing at Trafalgar Shipyard, Hamilton Rd, Portsmouth PO6 4PX. She’s on the ship lift having her bottom scrubbed as I type this. A wheelbarrow of cash (though how big a wheelbarrow I don’t know) may well purchase her…

[@TheNinja691]

I did wonder about the old TVs aswell. I’m guessing this boat remerged from the Bermuda Triangle as a long lost ship. 🤣

[@Powderlover1]

This one feels more like a superyacht than most of the new $10 million+ yachts you’ve shown. When she’s finished she will be magnificent

[@JustAnotherReviewwithAlek]

What I love about this channel is there is little to no editing which is great! You take your viewers a journey through the boat. What you experience is what we experience. Thank you

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Glad you like them!

[@theoriginalonion7545]

You give the best tours and walk-throughs, they are always so thorough and you answer my questions before I have them.

[@dougforrest3133]

I was a designer in Hall Russell's shipyard in the late 60's early 70's but it was Aberdeen not Edinburgh. We built ships up to 5000 tons.

[@swedishkev]

I dont know why people think the inside is outdated. It is not a 10 - 15000,000 pounds super yacht, l think it is very modern, absolutely love it. All modern bathrooms, just needs a good tidy up, Varnish all the handrails, Proper little ship, feel , that is missing on all these mega yachts. All that needs updating are the tv's and all new navigation equipment on the bridge. And she's good to go.

[@DavidMeddowsTaylor]

The TVs alone make the thing look outdated.

[@elliottwilford6457]

So much potential for this ship!!! The cabins are great already and if you had the odd million spare you could do so much!! Love it 👍🏻👍🏻

[@trixiepickle8779]

Just loved this ship. Style, charm, comfort and elegance. Love to see her when she's finished.

[@michelesilva9491]

I just want to say that I really appreciate the way you do your videos. You give a proper tour keeping the camera on in one continuous scene going through every part of the boat. I absolutely hate videos that are supposed to be tour’s and they show a room scene ends, comes back there in another room. I can’t get an idea of the layout that way and it just frustrates me. With these videos I’ve seen everything there is to see. I love it never change it.

[@davidmwood560]

Oh my goodness! 120 feet of class. I've been having a quiet "Aquaholic" evening before I hit my bed. To end the evening on this beautiful craft has absolutely made my night. I'd love to see her when she's all done, she's going to be stunning, exquisite even. Thank you Nick, for a comprehensive and highly informative tour. You really must have the best job imaginable. Keep up the good work and please find more classic beauties with which to blow my mind. Thank you very much indeed sir.

[@simonfarrow1782]

You’ve got more vision than me Nick it’s not the 1.5 m price tag 🏷 it’s the 10m+ to put it right.. A friend of mine bought a 50m yacht 4yrs ago he hasn’t got it back yet . This ship makes his look like a rolls Royce in fact I’m going to send him this VT to cheer him up. Don’t stop doing what you’re doing Nick. This is still the best on KZbin for information on boats from the smallest to 150’ mega yacht’s 10/10 Keep up the good work bud.⚓️⚓️⛵️⛵️⚓️⚓️

[@doms6741]

If I could afford a house. I'd be happy.

[@1Reddd]

That’s a lot of boat for the money

[@lovejetfuel4071]

@Richard Ball Im sure this boat is turn key ready, you dont need to upgrade everything for goodness sake.

[@itwasjammerthatclickedyou2262]

I think this ship is a wonderful buy. It is so in need of some color. I would love to live on this vessel. So much room. What a wonderful place for a family to live. With a proper school curriculum this could be a paradise. This boat is so big your kids could literally run about. What a place for an old game of hide and seek. I hope this ship is a live aboard for a family. What a life. What an adventure.Thanks Nick for another quality tour. Please keep us updated. Wishing you and all your loved ones the best. Jerry

[@toddw6555]

Absolutely spectacular! I could only imagine the stories this timeless piece of history and beauty could tell. The parties thrown on this ship must have been incredible. Thanks for sharing this.

[@philipmason3218]

Absolutely magnificent. Real boys own stuff, I hope they have the time and money to do the project justice.

[@TheBrewersDroop]

She's beautiful. Needs deeeep pockets to get the 1990's out of that interior.

[@robertpepperwolfe7256]

the 90s called, they want their CRTs back

[@jettcam5784]

Fatt Robb I was just about to leave the identical comment 😜

[@zeus982]

I kept thinking, what's with all these 30 year old televisions?

[@callumhardy5098]

Craig Perkey Super-cheap and if your not interested in TV’s and not particularly neu voux riche it is not something that is particularly bothering

[@callumhardy5098]

@Mr.Sweg yes but they might have not made all there money in 5 mins.

[@MarcMercier1971]

More like they want the whole of the interior design back. I expected Austin Powers to pop out. Only decent area is the dining "Gentlemen Club" part. Ship needs a full refitting, including power plant.

[@laurienewport8037]

Love the super yacht s. You do a fantastic job showing boats, motor homes and houses. Please do more of all

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Thank you! Will do!

[@ShamirMuhammad]

you got me at "world's last CRT TV I suspect". Love these little quips in your super cool reviews of these boats.

[@sircravenuk]

This is now my favourite one, the things you could do with the top deck, hot tubs, BBQs etc, it’s wonderful

[@5amH45lam]

_"The owner has their own..."_ ...dentist's waiting room! By the look of it anyway! Complete with 4th-hand TV! Interesting to see a proper, old-school ship though! Great presentation, as ever! Thanks for sharing. 👍

[@Zarih67]

Excellent job as usual. A very cool boat. This doesn't have the condo feel but a real boat feel. I like it.

[@chandlerbingbong]

*That's a nice boat, it's got that ''Christina O'' kinda feel to it - lovely. £1.5 seems a good deal to boot, although I'd need a slick new interior and exterior, a jacuzzi for the super models, new ship-tronics and that engine is begging to be chromed-to-the-max. I'd probably use it as my 2nd boat and moor it in Gibraltar, ready for some med cruising - Cannes, Monaco... Portofino, you know the sort of thing, dear boy*

[@RIOMAN-]

This is my favourite boat soo far , needs a lot of work but soo much potential . Also its the biggest boat I’ve seen under 10million

[@kevinmcintyre6503]

Hi Nick, catching up on some of your older videos. Gosh, you do a terrific job. Your camera is steady, you narrate with superlatives, enthusiasm, and curiousity. A few of your competitors sites are dashing through the boats, jiggling their cameras, and making the viewer feel rushed. Your videos are like sitting on the sofa with a cup of tea and chatting with an old friend. The largest boat I owned was a Carver 390MY Aft Cabin. Loved that boat! 2 heads, excellent shower stall in the master cabin, good outdoor space. One thing I notice in a lot of these videos of yours and others, is the fascination with “storage”. On a smaller boat, say 50 feet and under, storage is definitely important for buyers but not so much for viewers. On large and larger yachts, I don’t need to see every hanging locker or drawer, especially in mirror image cabins on the same boat. Another point of interest for me is in the size of the twin beds. You commonly call a bed for 2 a double. More comments about King, Queen, full twin, or narrow twin would be of interest. Some of the twins appear to be barely 30 inches wide while others appear much wider and comfy looking. One last comment: it makes me laugh a bit as to the number of fridges and ice makers one finds on some of these boats. It appears that boating is really an alcoholic’s game! My favourite part is the crew cabins. Seeing how the hard working crew gets treated is really interesting. Some boats seem to have a much more egalitarian approach with ensuites and separate showers. I cannot imagine having to use a washroom with a wet head and dropping one’s pants into a puddle of water! My old boat had one shower stall and one wet head. I always had every guest use the shower stall in the master stateroom. It is such a better experience. Anyway Nick, keep up the good work. Your charming presentations are a relaxing pleasure to watch.

[@TheSuprahuman]

Lovely old ship. Those TV's must be as old as the ship tho :) Not too sure about the colour choice in the sky lounge. Good stuff, more more.

[@vinniesuperstar8923]

the mind boggles why someone would go to so much trouble with the decor only to put those kind of TV's in there. They better have VCR's too else I'd want a discount!

[@vinniesuperstar8923]

You can imagine it too, someone asking "What's the WIFI like?" only to hear "There isn't any but we do have Ceefax!"

[@Nokenify]

I really enjoy your thorough walkthrough of the ship. Doesn't necessarily be a long one but it's nice to see all the areas of the vessel, big or small.

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Thanks, lots more coming!

[@The_Real_Zaineman]

@@AQUAHOLIC I wonder what this ship looks like today ? Did you keep the owners info. A folliw up vid when it's done would be most welcome Nick.......your friend.....Z

[@clifbradley]

Nice ship. Amd those TV's...throwback to the 90's.

[@ahshatmasell6751]

I was an apprentice welder in Hall Russell Yard Aberdeen 1981

[@will01819]

Nice profile pic. RIP Patrice Oneil

[@hydrostatics]

YES PLEASE, After the refit please update this video! I am very much looking forward to seeing it.

[@xyzaero]

After a complete, in depth refit, this would be a marvelous yacht.

[@basstrammel1322]

I applaude the owner of this yacht. It's a big task to get it up to date, but it's worth every dime. (not that I have more than 3 dimes to spare, but you know what I mean)

[@ricdwe]

That video tour was like being transported back in time, to the boats grande old years of the 60s or 70s.

[@CruisingTheCut]

Love the boat and the concept but that fit out didn’t appeal and the ancient TVs were hilarious!

[@tsscnorthants]

CruisingTheCut hello David! You are not going to get that down the Grand Union. 🤣

[@disrupter7419]

Only about twice the length you're used too David. You should enquire about a trade in, I'd pay money to watch you turning this into Trinity marina :)

[@warrengamey6267]

The old CRT TV's struck me as well. If they have antiquated TV's on the Yacht what other technology is antiquated? I wouldn't feel safe on the open seas on this ship - it seems only good for puttering close to shore. For the same price I will take a 60ft Nordhavn over this yacht

[@CruisingTheCut]

obrbob194 Pretty sure that at the age of 50 I don't qualify as a "millennial" but they certainly *are* ancient in terms of TV technology.

[@juergenlohse6902]

Is this the wet dream of a narrow-boater? I'm afraid, you need deeper pockets! (Just kidding; follow your vlog from the beginning) Greetings from Krautland

[@lucyf9034]

Fantastic potential for a person with a lot of money. I loved it!

[@temper44]

I felt strangely at home on this ship. There was something about the wide passage ways that made it feel like a hotel. The bathrooms were very well fixed up.

[@timleggott3670]

She's magnificent! For that price - someone is going to have a great deal!

[@eric4946]

Just Bottle of head and shoulders on a 120ft ship, now this is my kind of yacht owner. This guys got priorities.

[@kal_el1129]

Just came across this gem of a video! We have seen many yachts now big and small with similar layouts and different interiors but this conversion was something else. Another great video. I would strongly recommend more unique finds like this or even conversions of s smiliar nature. This really was a ship!

[@ph11p3540]

Don't forget to change your socks after exiting the engine room.

[@BouncingSoul1987]

This is such a cool layout! I love it, absolutely brilliant, Cheer Nick, you have the profession most of us can only dream of. God Bless!

[@AQUAHOLIC]

You're very kind :)

[@kroneditor9266]

Excellent work as usual. An absolute joy to see this project coming together and I sincerely hope it does really well at auction.

[@denverbevins4052]

Enjoy all your fine videos but really look forward to your reviews of these highly unique, classic ships. Cheers!

[@kristenwhite1585]

Yes it’s dated but the cabins are pretty big and I love the layout. It’s like your traveling back in time. This really is a beautiful ship.

[@Kysushanz]

Well. This really is all just so proper isn't it? No other word for it - just proper.

[@iancharlton678]

Superb tour to finally see the inside of this.... had my Falcon moored over the river at Burnham, had to cross over to the fuel barge next to this boat for petrol.... 🙂

[@peterb7734]

I had my own boat moored in Essex next to this for a couple of years but never went inside so this is fascinating . Beautiful boat but needs constant work and deep pockets to keep it in tip top condition. Has been up for sale for £1.5m for about the last 7 years I believe.

[@Batman-wv5ng]

Peter Barriscale That is long time to be on sale.Must be money pit.

[@louisnap2610]

I feel claustrophobic just watching the tour of the guest accommodation and I’m not one to feel claustrophobic 😂

[@homerhorisgumboot5503]

Yer, Nar! This is a great project and a complete refit would be in order. You would end up with a very nice vessel, but it would need a couple of million spent first.

[@georgemartin4963]

It looks like it has an exceptionally wide beam. Wonderful walkthrough as usual.

[@randomweeklyshows2786]

So this is what love at first sight feels like

[@futhaiter366]

"In working progress" ... nicely overwritten the whole chaos and more than enough work to do.

[@blewyd]

Even though it needs some refit work, this is a beautiful, and super classy yacht. Would love to see a tour post refit.

[@strider6920]

A real ship, that is a definitely a work in progress. I’m sure it will look great when finished. Hope you get to go back when it is done. This would require a port more than a marina. It really is massive. Thanks for showing it to us 😊

[@visionist7]

That CRT is perfect for enjoying some PS1 classics! Metal Gear Solid, Resident Evil 1, 2 & 3, Final Fantasy VII, VIII & IX...

[@charlesp3824]

Just beautiful lots of potential feels much different than a personal yacht but very comfortable

[@garethbell22]

Beautiful hull, but a mind boggling mix of old and new! Could I see myself lording it up on board as a guest for a weeks cruising?... Hell yes! Would I ever consider buying her? Hell no!!! But I see why someone would fall head over heels in love with her!

[@youtubeenglandu.k8238]

Beautiful. Classic yacht

[@bobuncle8704]

This feels like my personal ultimate ship. Very much like me, as my life is a work in progress. I would feel quite at home on the ship the way it is. My life is a little rough around the edges, so this ship suits me eminently.

[@tonyjedioftheforest1364]

Very interesting video thank you. It will be great to see once it is finished. Can’t believe those TV’s !

[@SensoryPlayToys]

I love the boat tours, I've actually got a house near torquay as well!

[@alcylon]

Torquay? A man called Basil pops ups. :-)

[@SensoryPlayToys]

alcylon haha fawlty towerss

[@absolutelyimmaculate6072]

This is such a romantic boat/ship. Love it.

[@ivanb7160]

These boat has my attention. Could u imagine is Ferretti or Wider was able to retrofit this boat out. All the best to the owners on there endevour. Great good.

[@theginge6064]

Reminds me a bit of the shining. Stunning ship though and fully modernised would be amazing

[@lordsleepyhead]

It's almost got that tramp steamer vibe to it! I love it!

[@johnchristopherrobert1839]

She still needs some love, but her space is one of my favorites that you have shown so far.

[@TheAstronomyDude]

I can picture myself circumnavigating the world in a ship like that.

[@Martin-ry3ce]

Proper boat, huge potential

[@julianpenny4671]

Marvellous tour well done Sir😎🇳🇿

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@AustralianDude1]

Once again an excellent presentation. I enjoy your approach to what you do. If I had the money this would be on my short list a fine looking ship. I felt comfortable listening to you and what you feel towards your passion.

[@christophervilliers8395]

They done a very nice job on reconverting that yacht.

[@Justthatguy420]

By the age of the tv's and jet skis I can tell its been years since this boat has been used or had any attention

[@AndreiTupolev]

What a lovely ship, now that's proper shipbuilding for you. English Electric 1000 hp V8s? Same as Class 20 locos. Wonder if they sound like them too,.

[@paulgolding1009]

When finished with a few additional mod cons like a flat screen tv and a general clean up the yacht is going to be worth a bid or two. A classic looking ship with style. A great one Nick well done for getting a view of it.

[@stevebranston475]

Hall Russell was in Aberdeen, not Edinburgh. Mostly famous for having built the last ship to serve the Azores - the RMS St Helena, one of they last ships the built before being closed and bringing an end to shipbuilding in the city. They also built the Sir WIlliam Hardy, which went on to become the Rainbow Warrior which met its end at the hands of the French government when owned by Greenpeace. Cracking vid though!

[@wotrulke5868]

Interesting project for someone 👍🏼 nice walk through 👏🏻👏🏻

[@TheAgentTexas]

This guy better be a huge retro gamer cause that's a lot of CRT TVs.

[@jccrary]

I absolutely love this ship!❤

[@TheAngryFinnishPerson]

Oh I love these more old fashioned yachts.

[@LucasChoate]

When I draw boats (badly), this is the kind of boat I draw. This would be really fun to restore and run.

[@walksandtravels]

I always enjoy your content.... Its produced from a man who is down to earth. Certainly keep up the good work that you do. How can I reach out to you on a personal basis? Thanks for your content!

[@guerrillaentrepreneur5999]

If you have not done so, just visit his KZbin channel home page then click 'About' and he list 2 links................

[@steven20919]

Some broadcast station should cast you and let you present a boat reviewing show!

[@clintwhatley7981]

Service Ready , but in need of another 2.5 million pounds to finish

[@earlwright9715]

I like it, I could live on it as is! Other then the old school TVs, I liked the interior!

[@3m5r56]

The televisions date the ship. The TVs are before flat screens.Deck floors need a little polish. Nice ship.

[@futhaiter366]

Nice boat but with (in some areas very) old technic, like that radar out of the last century.

[@crazyjay7676]

Wonderful video! Please please please more content like this.

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Lots more coming! :)

[@stoatsngroatsuk5012]

Beautiful, so much potential!

[@AQUAHOLIC]

You're so kin... oh. You meant the boat.

[@stoatsngroatsuk5012]

@@AQUAHOLIC 😂 oh, no I meant the Nick, you’ve improved immeasurably 🙏👍 the boat is quite good, but nothing compared to you! 🙏👍 all the best to you Nick, I’ve learned so much from you and seen some wonderful dream boats (😂) ….

[@AQUAHOLIC]

@@stoatsngroatsuk5012 You really are so kind! 🙂

[@stoatsngroatsuk5012]

@@AQUAHOLIC only when it’s deserved. A craftsman at his work is a delight to see, and the transformation between this production and your current ones is absolutely astounding. Your knowledge and ability to share fine detail is amazing, and despite myself not being on the water has driven a desire to watch your videos, and dream. Of course, with so many watchers, and subscribers, you know that, but your personable nature and natural delivery really is a joy. 🙏🙏👍👍

[@filip1997andersson]

£1.5M is not cheap, but for a boat of this size its quite affordable

[@drxym]

That looks like a ship that went missing for 20 years and is discovered floating adrift with all of the passengers and crew mysteriously gone.

[@henrylawson6755]

Would love to see another walk through after the work is completed. I'm not even that much into boats, and I could never afford anything like this, but this could look really special.

[@edaneo11]

Love classic yachts, is the hull Aluminium or Steel, looks like steel because of the rust, there is a lot of work to be done. Have a look at a yacht called Lady Sheridan beautiful yacht the decor is out of this word

[@antonyward9060]

Yes, I have a soft spot for these old classic steel ships. They have a certain charm to them, they remind of the Jackie Onassis and Grace Kelly times of glamour.

[@Nokenify]

If this lovely ship got a bit of love again it would be really marvelous. Would be interesting to see how the next owner will reconfigure it. Great content!

[@bruceleeroy872]

Great narrative and nice ship!

[@KP-oe8sk]

The New finished areas will always be in fashion. The blond colours are perfect.A bit of OLD dark walnut from the 1900s finishings. The TVS are most likely history? Maybe another million pounds to bring it right. Technology and teak etc. This boat was shamefully neglected but it is still worth saving. The carpeting is strange to have but maybe cheaper to rip out as needed? all in all a steal for 2 plus million.

[@gareth36]

Another great video,thanks for sharing.

[@neilchapman4037]

Great tour Nick. Quite a strange but lovely boat. Lends itself to chartering out - fantastic to cruise far on!

[@mrknwt]

That was a fascinating tour. I'm not a boatie so it was interesting to see how interior designs have changed. Thank you!

[@foggy_b2837]

Definitely a fixer upper, but beautiful none the less. TONS of potential!