18 SOLD! What's the Nordhavn N51's Secret? Exclusive Tour & Review

[@Yachtbuyer]

Read our in-depth REVIEW with pricing, rivals, deck plans and data: www.yachtbuyer.com/en/reviews/nordhavn-51-2022

[@georgedoolittle7574]

These actually *ARE* production boats...now made in Turkey apparently along with many other of this type most well known be #bering I imagine but yes not a fan of these traditional bow designs at all as massive amount of wasted space created by what not wrong to say *"good sea keeping"* which does matter in an Expedition Class Yacht which this is absolutely very good one one of the best actually 😊😊

[@adamhose5231]

I love the way you put a diagram alongside the video to orientate the viewer as to where you are on the boat.

[@Yachtbuyer]

Thanks, glad it’s helpful! - J

[@johnmichaelkarma]

yes,excellent for quick orientation

[@bhudd154]

Great review have been watching AwanuiNZ on KZbin. They bought the Nordhavn 51, Hull #1! What an adventure they are having traveling from Turkey, all over Europe and eventually back to their home in New Zealand. Love Nordhavn!

[@nicbennett6554]

Brilliant tour as always Jack, thanks. Certainly looked and felt like a Nordhavn with a modern twist - perfect I’d say!

[@danstreech5439]

Great job in presenting our new Nordhavn 51 model. Thank you Jack! Dan Streech

[@Yachtbuyer]

Thanks Dan, glad you liked the video. - Jack

[@JDoxby]

Another great review as always Jack👌A Nordhavn has been a dream of mine since I first saw one 20 or so years ago that N51 just keeps the dream alive.Maybe one day 🙏🏻

[@constantineding8700]

The N51 is the smallest medel in the new generation of Nordhavns that can give you a feeling of a proper cross-ocean yacht. The N41 is gorgeous but it's just too small that it even doesn't have a pilot house, let alone the laundry room and so on. Adding 10 feet makes a huge difference that N51 just looks like a different kind of boat.

[@Yachtbuyer]

Agreed, they've used the extra space well - Jack

[@kne2323]

You clearly have the best job in the world! Fantastic vessels that you review!

[@seanogden927]

Definitely a Nordhavn, beautiful throughout with nice finishes and a nice layout. Nice tour Jack thank you.

[@Yachtbuyer]

Our pleasure Sean, cheers! - Jack

[@doverivermedia3937]

Proper little ship. Nice one 👍 ... 🇬🇧

[@peterjordan-turner8789]

I like it! I watched the owner video from hull #2, and he had a ton of commissioning problems after it was delivered, which made me wonder how normal that was, and if the yard had sorted their quality procedures out.

[@ML-ws6ce]

Oooh baby, that´s my Nordhavn.....love it

[@cookiemonster2299]

Yeah that's gorgeous and perfect size too. ❤️🇬🇧

[@ironichumorist]

thanks for this one, jack. been waiting for this one.

[@Yachtbuyer]

My pleasure! - J

[@johnschieffelin3226]

Nice yacht. Thanks for the tour.

[@Yachtbuyer]

My pleasure, John! - J

[@raynold3351]

Love all of it. It's not trying to look like a house. I like the idea of no free standing furniture.

[@abhishekparmar6702]

I've shit on nordhavens a lot in the past and much of it was well deserved imo esp because ive always considered them to be quite over priced. This one however, there's no denying it, its a very very good boat. still fkn pricey but incredible.

[@ThaximusPrime]

Huge Nord fan, and this is a great look for the brand.

[@duncanjames914]

Excellent review. I love the quality that Nordhavn builds into their boats regardless of size.

[@kaspar_1982]

Beautiful, strong, perfect LRC for an active couple with occasional guests or family of 4.

[@jamesc4686]

very nice. I also like the look of the Sasga Menorquin 55 FB. Suspect the quality isn't the same but seems to offer much of the same functionality (except for range) and a more elegant look for a fair bit less £

[@Yachtbuyer]

Agreed, they have real charm. A very different proposition to this but something a bit different - Jack

[@mrshort2379]

awesome content great tour. It is nice, but just a little tight for my taste, but it would not be a deal breaker. However I would rather have maybe a size up around 65'.

[@craigwilsenach]

Thanks for the review, Jack - Love your work! I think this particular Nordhavn N51 is stunning, however, the only thing I'd add is maybe have double helm seats on the flybridge - If Nordhavn has the option to add an extra helm chair, I would seriously consider buying one - perfect for "America's Great Loop" (I'd also want to add a bimini enclosure for the flybridge)

[@Yachtbuyer]

Cheers Craig, I believe both of those are options - Jack

[@johnbasler329]

@@Yachtbuyerwhat is the draft ? And air draft

[@royrobson2694]

The Mercedes air vents in the cockpit are a quirky touch.

[@davidlangford3841]

Have watched Awanui NZ KZbin video since the build started in Turkey. Very impressive. Great balance between practical and luxury. ❤

[@rogerbaker-vo1cd]

I love it, could be my new favorite, two John deeres lol ❤

[@valharris9346]

Thank you very much for this video!

[@Yachtbuyer]

It's our pleasure!

[@wowsituations]

rly nice galley on this one esp for a 50 footer. this is a perfect starter yacht lol. i like the sneaky ways they got as much interior volume as possible like moving the floor of the side deck and bow upwards.

[@rodwilliams4170]

Nice clean fitout, typically Nordhaven. Scandi look and feel almost like an ocean going modern Volvo!! 😂😂. I like the practicality of these boats, especially the helm set up and they seem like value for money (even for the ‘younger’ buyers!! There are a lot of well heeled entrepreneurs out there with the means to buy a serious boat. I like it!!

[@EdwardTilley]

Great video!

[@Yachtbuyer]

Thanks!

[@michaellui74]

Great review as always jack 👍👍. Saw both your review the hardy 50 and this nohavn 50. I prefer the hardy 50 layout. Which do you like?? And which little ship seem more robust ?? Thank you watching you from San Francisco 😄

[@FinnishPanther]

That's an incredible boat. Yes, it is over 2 million, but there's a lot of boat for the money. Pretty much the only thing this demo boat is lacking is a MF/HF (GMDSS) on the bridge, other than that I'd be happy to take it over the Atlantic. The other thing that I noticed was that does the N51 have a good spot for the compacted trash? During longer voyages that becomes a problem and larger transatlantic yachts have dedicated freezers for that.

[@Yachtbuyer]

It's got a large amount of storage in the lazarette that could probably be put to use for that... - Jack

[@BERTVVANHORCK]

The old 50 had less internal space, but a Portuguese bridge. For ocean going I would not want to do without.

[@Ratboy2004]

Great video. Great boat.

[@Yachtbuyer]

👌

[@greathornedowl3644]

Thank you for the detailed tour. It is a great-looking boat. Do you think a yacht (70>ft) requires a crew? Nice to see they went with twin main engines, a rare find on older Nordhavn's

[@Dogasaurus]

No fixed seating in the aft cockpit & the bow bench are brilliant- the most Zen view is almost always back to the wake or from the very front. Separate washer & dryer in the engine room is also eminently practical; those combo units are useless for drying & the noisy cycle takes HOURS. Love the huge single sink in the galley, too. Clearly listened to their clients' feedback. Kudos Nordhavn.

[@nickwebb9290]

Good review Jack 👍

[@Yachtbuyer]

Thanks 👍

[@jimdevlin2138]

Definately a Nordhavn, you can see in its DNA that its made to go tough for a long time, and an exemplary review from Jack, no faffing about, just get to the facts. cheers Jack

[@africanpagan6338]

Great boat. great review.

[@Yachtbuyer]

Thanks!

[@thebigguy8306]

Thank you for the detailed tour with the walkaround diagram. Love Nordhavn design. Ironic how many builders are pushing the 100ft+ hulls, Nordhanv has a sweet spot in the 50-80ft range, my fave is the 68ft. My only wish is that they were aluminum hulls and more models with dual main engines - like Bering's

[@Yachtbuyer]

Our pleasure!

[@ianwilde5379]

Absolutely fantastic! And I assume conveyor belt production means cheaper product!

[@BlackwingDan]

Would love to have seen: 1. The cockpit cleats recessed into the bulkhead so wobbly-legged lubbers don’t scrape their shins on them; and 2. That pilot house dinette table slide north-south, to facilitate easier ingress when rocking at sea; and 3. All that pretty walnut in the pilot house should be black/dark grey (sorry, less pretty but way better at night); and 4. NON-recessed overhead grab rails in the salon. Recessed grab rails; really silly. Other than that, yup, it’s a rock-solid, SAFE long-hauler, and that’s what you’re paying $2mm for. Safety and dependability.

[@bud1412]

It would be nice to do a follow up, showing any changes and improvements since hull 1 to the next 20. I know that when they did the 40 there was several changes made to the newer 40s

[@Yachtbuyer]

Yes and hopefully a sea trial! We'll work on it - Jack

[@TravelonlineWalk]

Nice bout to expplore beet places of Fuerteventura )

[@ianscott3180]

I sail a very old Beneteau First 501. I would like to change to a motor yacht as seventy is behind me. A couple could spend a long time aboard a yacht like this. I suggested to my wife that we could sell the Beneteau for about 5% of the Nordhavn and make up the rest. We could sell the house and cash in everything that the kids and grandchildren were going to get. The nurse says that I should be good to go home in a couple of days. This is my kind of motor yacht but not my kind of budget.😂

[@Yachtbuyer]

Funnily enough there is a young couple on KZbin who did just that - sold everything to live and cruise the world aboard their 40ft Nordhavn. Search for the channel "MV Freedom", I think you'll enjoy it! - Jack

[@matthewmartin1970]

As nice and as capable as this is I'd still take a Fleming over a Nordhavn any day. The extra speed that a semi displacement hull gives you is godsend when you need to outrun some bad weather. A great review as always Jack. Thanks

[@ianscott3180]

@@matthewmartin1970 You can't always outrun a storm mid Atlantic. They're both great boats. Pity that I can't afford either. Nice to dream though.

[@matthewmartin1970]

@ianscott3180 not always but sometimes

[@Matusovsky]

Please make a review of the Nordhavn 80! You have very high quality reviews!

[@Yachtbuyer]

Thanks, we’ll do our best!

[@bobcathey8903]

Switch panels should always be at standing height. I understand the extra wiring requirements, the navigational view needs, etc. but even my 28' cruiser does not require me to bend over to access the switch panel. Nordhavn is not the only manufacturer guilty of this. Small cruisers like Cutwater require contortions to access basic electrical panels. This may be OK for 40 year old folks but us older folks do not want to bend over so far to flip a switch. In a 50' yacht, engine room height should be much better. Laundry appliances should be outside of the engine room with standup height and a more convenient laundry folding area. I like the newer dual engine setup. Cheers!

[@maryholder3795]

Nor one of your speedy Lady's of the Sea. She a explorer, a Norhaven who moves at the speed that allows you to take in your surroundings. Her exterior is practical with safety in mind. The Flybridge has the greatest view. But the interior is contemporary, stylish light colored wood. Love the master cabin at the front, lots of storage for long term voyages. The salon and galley very family oriented, very sociable space. The guest cabin is not as large but more than adequate, twin or double beds. Engine room, accessable to inspect everything for an owner owed boat. The only thing I'm not keen on is all the white it would be headaches inducing for me. But apart from that I like her.

[@KILBY999.9]

The problem Nordhavn have is they've consistently & thoroughly spoilt their followers with exquisite luxury finishing both inside & out, which is why the exterior of this offering, with its endless blanketing of white sterile plastic, gives the impression that it's a Nordhavn that's been stripped & looted. The interior was uninspiring too & would definitely benefit from a bit more elbow room on the beam. In conclusion, it looks overpriced.

[@coryjay16]

The stabilisers aren’t zero speed, so they only work when under way.

[@SasquatchShmenge]

Someday I'll have a Nordhaven!

[@Yachtbuyer]

💪

[@TheBrickLyfe]

Im new to all of this. Can someone explain why people love Nordhavn? Is Bering better or worse? What are the ferraris and what are the toyotas and what are the 90s Sköda of various yacht makers?

[@luisz.7309]

Could you review the Nordhavn 625?

[@Yachtbuyer]

We’d love to!

[@chrisoleary9876]

Thanks Jack! 😅

[@Yachtbuyer]

Cheers Chris!

[@jacktyler7599]

Yet another sensible tour, the kind YachtBuyer is becoming known for. Even with the wide angle lens, it feels a bit cramped as a liveaboard to me. Perhaps they are hoping to compete, layout feature by feather, with 56 or 58 footers. The fly bridge looked overly bright indeed, even via the camera. I'll look forward to how you spec its rivals, Jack. Thanks for the tour!

[@Yachtbuyer]

Thanks Jack, glad you like our approach - Jack

[@bobl1769]

At 71, I am still too young to afford this.

[@TheRemyRomano]

I like it. I just wish that it had a cover over the flybridge. I don’t see that getting a lot of use honestly.

[@doughboi007]

A 54 or 57 in this new style would be roomier and more ideal to spend a month or two on the water. I think them not adding a cover for the flybridge was a big miss.

[@120Livi]

Tremendous boat.

[@Bob-bo8ik]

Awanui NZ has a sibling.

[@andrewhall6038]

Definitely a Nordhaven, but I would be less keen on not having a steel hull (if I could afford either!).

[@SpatialGuy77]

G’day Jack. A question that I can’t quite get my head around. This yacht has twin 160’s. Why wouldn’t it perform the same with twin say twin 175hp outboards? Cheers, Michael 🇦🇺

[@Leosarebetter]

To answer your query and sorry for the long reply but its not a quick answer: Design Philosophy Displacement boats like the Nordhavn 51 are built for long-range cruising and efficiency, not high speeds. Their hull design and propulsion systems are optimized for steady, economical operation over long distances. Efficiency and Range Inboard diesel engines are significantly more fuel-efficient than outboard motors, especially at the low speeds typical of displacement hulls. This allows for much greater range, which is crucial for long-distance passagemaking. Reliability and Durability Marine diesel engines are renowned for their reliability and longevity. They are designed to run continuously for extended periods, which is essential for ocean crossings and extended cruising. Propeller Design Displacement hulls work best with large, slow-turning propellers. Inboard engines allow for optimal propeller placement and size, which is not possible with outboards. Noise and Vibration Inboard engines, when properly installed, produce less noise and vibration compared to outboards, enhancing comfort during long voyages. Seaworthiness Having the engines inside the hull, below the waterline, improves stability and handling in rough seas. Outboards would be exposed and vulnerable in heavy weather. Fuel Capacity Inboard engines allow for much larger fuel tanks to be integrated into the hull design, which is crucial for the long-range capabilities of vessels like the Nordhavn 51 Power Characteristics The John Deere engines used in the Nordhavn 51 are chosen for their low-end torque and ability to operate efficiently at low RPMs, which is ideal for displacement hulls. Outboard motors are generally designed for higher RPM operation. While outboard motors have their place in certain types of boats, they are not suitable for the design goals and intended use of displacement trawlers like the Nordhavn 51. The inboard diesel engine configuration is fundamental to achieving the long-range, efficient, and seaworthy characteristics that define these vessels.

[@Yachtbuyer]

Excellent answer from @Leosarebetter. Couldn’t have put it better myself! - Jack

[@SpatialGuy77]

@@Leosarebetter So technically, hp is hp and the outboards could propel this yacht at similar speeds, it’s just that outboards are not as well suited to the task at hand?

[@Leosarebetter]

@@SpatialGuy77 HP is HP - but torque (which outboards dont have in comparison) and propeller size/pitch and hull design are some of the deciding factors. Personally i have always lent towards diesel engine, either leg or shaft drive over any outboard petrol or (aghast) inboard petrol. Carrying around a few tonne of very high explosive fuel where just one spark will go BOOM is not my idea of relaxation.

[@morri03]

Because torque. The gardeners are large capacity but low output diesel engines that produce a very large amount of torque at low revs compared to the petroleum outboards that produce a very low amount of torque and rev much higher to produce the same power (power is just torque times revs). Bottom line is the large propellers on the Nordhavn could not be turned by the little outboards. The outboards are better suited to light vessels designed to place and reach far higher speeds

[@KenFriisHansen]

I could never afford a boat like that, but I'm always dissapointed with the lack of storage on this sze of boat. If you lived aboard for periods of time, where would you store all the things that comes with normal life? Instead you get a day head in addition to two ensuites ... feels like the wrong priority to me

[@ronaldtucker1262]

Does Nordhavn sell a sport fishing yacht?

[@NewyTraveller]

Jack, I’m curious, in regards to Marine Propulsion development what is your opinion in regards to paradigm shift in regards to hybrid power, full electric or hydrogen for marine engines for mass produced boats? I see some brands like Greenline are innovators in this area and both Beneteau & Volvo are moving to produce hybrid technology boats Do marine engines have manufacturing links with car companies for engines and why does the marine industry imho seem to be several years behind the car industry in this development? Would we ever see in the near future systems like say Toyota hybrids or like Nissan hybrid technology in marine engines for mass produced boats? For example I own a Nissan e-XTrail, it has an electric engines on front & rear axles with a petrol engine NOT connected to the drive train but is connected to to battery, so system uses petrol to generate electricity to battery to drive electric engines for propulsion, advantage is pure linear power & fuel economy. Love to see you address this in your You Tube channel presentations.

[@Yachtbuyer]

That is a great comment that raises many important questions. There's more to cover here than is feasible for a KZbin comment but it's a great idea for a video and we'll have a think about how we can approach this. It's an exciting space and one I'd like to cover in greater detail. Cheers - Jack

[@rogerbaker-vo1cd]

Great loop capable ? 19 foot air draft max n chicago

[@Yachtbuyer]

The air draft is 18ft with the arch down 👍

[@PlesKropp]

I would take that day head out wich is kinda redundant and make that the laundry room and put a tool chest and work bench where the washer and dryer are now

[@alanbuckley7000]

yes brilliant idea you can use any head if you need too!

[@bobg1685]

What? No hanging locker in the midship cabin? Outragious! I'm saving my money for something else (probably shoes.)

[@Yachtbuyer]

😆

[@thaitom449]

Its definitely built for passage making as all nordhavn yachts are but for 2.2 million ,none of that money was spent on the outside seating

[@QuestionEverything-y3w]

It's a beauty, isn't she!? There are some bus length luxury campers that are in the 2 million range and nowhere as pretty or comfortable. I don't know the maintenance costs but 100k a year sounds a bit too much. Just imagine from Miami to Portugal, what a fantastic trip!!

[@QuestionEverything-y3w]

I was wondering, could a single person manage to take this boat on a transatlantic passage?

[@AlexKilleen-wl6pv]

Great boat but jeez the speed would drive me nuts , I can see the use for trans Atlantic etc but for 95% of boaters 7.5 knots is a big issue , when your time is limited 14 hours Cannes to Corsica is a non starter , for weekend you nearly get there and then have to come back . Very mission specific and if that’s your thing but I see so many buy these things and a year later it’s back on the market .

[@nicknatuzzi2652]

Watching this new Nordhavn video is voraciously feeding into my boat addiction and Walter Middy persona. I need help! 😅😅😅

[@AlVlogs1603]

Prefer a Bering Nordhavn sometimes too utilitarian it is still well built though but accommodation is poor for a 51ft boat

[@outback109]

Love the Nordhavns but they have gone all Mc Donalds with these off the shelf models. Have a look at Awanui NZ and tell me what hasn't fallen to bits.

[@JyttesTrailCamera]

"designed to clear that away"... yea, every time I see loose furniture on a yacht, I wonder... where in heaven's name are they gonna put it all when underway in not-so-nice weather? Great tour as always :)

[@Yachtbuyer]

Thanks!

[@PeterMartin-l4l]

The telly is on the wrong side.

[@clauswilken145]

Nice roomy boat just under the typical european 15m limit, good but too fast speaking review. As an engineer I would be worried with the building process, or actually assembly structure, moulding port side and stb side separately and putting them together afterwards; does it hold up over time. Also, have seen rust on the stanchion base on a N41 after just one year, so maybe turkish stainless is less good.

[@Yachtbuyer]

Fair point, it was quite quick as were under pressure to shoot before the boa got busy. Will keep in mind for next time - Jack

[@morri03]

There are some weird things about it. For example you don’t need 3 heads and the forward cabin has no headroom to sit up in bed

[@glord49]

Can I get one for Christmas please

[@Yachtbuyer]

Serious chimney at your place? - J

[@charlienevergold3654]

Nordhavns are nice but so damn slow. I get it’s a long range yacht but tops out at 11kts… at some point you want to get somewhere. I couldn’t do a 20 hour passage Miami to key west.

[@danburns3759]

That wheel belongs on a center console, not a $2.2MM yacht

[@derjaeger3321]

These are certainly sturdy, well built long range cruisers, but to my eye these yachts are only attractive in a functional way. And they are sloooooow. Yes 6-8 knots is efficient but if you have to zip along to react to an onboard emergency or to beat bad weather or get a port in a hurry for any reason you cannot do it. My choice would be a boat like a Fleming. All the strength, similar efficiency and the ability to speed up if necessary. But the right boat for the right owner.

[@jaffaholland4039]

No way would i pay that amount of money for that boat. I wanted to love it but hate it.

[@adammazengarb7923]

Why?

[@James-gf9jl]

Can't help thinking that this looks like a Nordhavn copy built by Bavaria boats.

[@MrSilus2000]

I need at least 12kts

[@ballerblocks]

This is a very niche boat, doesnt look like or even feels like fun, its too serious but i am sure, no other boat can compete with it sea faring, they forgot to add joy and excitement into it.

[@paralogregt]

The interior woodwork looks like some cheap early 70’s furniture.

[@numbereightyseven]

"Is it still a Nordhavn?" You seem a bit simple there, sonny. If it was Nordhavn who designed and built it, then it's probably still a Nordhavn.

[@Yachtbuyer]

😁

[@jefforceone]

Top speed is only 11 kn ? well I guess I just won’t able to pick up any women with this particular yacht. Nice walk-through Cheers, Jack.

[@Yachtbuyer]

Slow and steady on this one, Jeff... - Jack

[@originalmindset5278]

A pocket explorer for the filthy rich young buyer? Mmmm 🤔

[@Nordyman47]

As a former N47 and N57 owner all you need to know is listen to the cheap RV crap fiberboard cabinets opening and closing. Sounds like a catamaran. Spend your 2 mil on a real N from 15 years ago. Made in Turkey? Bwahaha.

[@grabannon]

Was watching this thinking not a Nordharven of old for sure. All the redundancy gone. Agree on going older.

[@bskybop]

A Nordhavn passage maker without a Portuguese Bridge. Not for me.

[@jpmerrick8886]

I like it but then I don't the glass im the galley won't last the wood tone not me looks like tru by hilton interior the new fresh and cramped revealing head front stateroom again it's not my cup of tea I like the 47 55 62 or kady 55 58 or nord 52 but yes lovely boat just not for me and the berth in the pilot house etc looks goid but chincy too but for 51 feet and 3k range ok

[@Zippezip]

This boat has many issues. The first is anyone over 6 feet tall is toast, the second is you have to sit on your bum to do the laundry, the third is there is no space for privacy, not even a little office or map cabin. 😞 P. S. if all you want to do is cross the Atlantic you can do it a lot cheaper by cruise ship, and faster by air.

[@klokskap_]

You cannot be serious. "Attract at younger public" at the same time the price "FROM TWO point TWO MILLION DOLLARS" show up on the screen. Which young public can pay a tenth of that amount, which also need like a budget of 100 K a year in service costs? What a joke.

[@Yachtbuyer]

I mean it literally has attracted a younger buyer, though that buyer probably still isn’t that young…

[@The_vincepryor]

Some Young Kick streamers come to mind. Aiden Ross earns $100mil a year. Some others earn $5-10 mil It's not your Fathers economy anymore. I didn't even mention the Crypto (scammers) millionaire's 😂🤣😝💰😎

[@ScubaDude1960]

Learn to code.

[@paton57]

I don't think you realize just how many very young multi millionaires there are in this day and age

[@HarryShagnasty-sc9zd]

I am 62 years young!

[@Albert-my3yt]

I love that brand but they always waste space . All that boat and it only has 2 state rooms.

[@mikered2131]

Sorry to say this, but... I am Jack hayens, welcome to Jack ass. 😂 i hear it like 2 years or so....

[@Yachtbuyer]

😄

[@eccentricsmithy2746]

How is this an exclusive first tour of a N51? There have been tour videos of the N51 on youtube for years.

[@karlbrumbeloe2714]

🦒🦒🦒🦒🦒

[@Yachtbuyer]

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