1984 PALMER JOHNSON 84' CLASSIC SUPERYACHT TOUR / Perfect Loop Liveaboard Yacht?

[@NautiStyles]

Affordable Liveaboard Series is back! 👌🏻🙌🏻 what do you think of this Palmer Johnson?

[@Burevestnik9M730]

It seems the price increased 50% in only 2 months. I guess I'm gonna wait for the upcoming crisis and leveling of prices

[@curly213]

It's awesome to see something people can sell their home and retire on again. Unfortunately I was getting tired of seeing 20 million unobtainable yachts. Affordable older restored/refitted yachts is why I became a fan of NautiStyles.

[@Burevestnik9M730]

@@curly213 Affordable is up to 400k. Anything above that is not affordable

[@curly213]

@@Burevestnik9M730 Sorry, but this could be affordable for me if I sold my house and used a little retirement. And I'm just a blue collar schmuck

[@Ozmy]

For the quality condition and heritage of the yatch 650k is a quite reasonable price.

[@steven_dekok]

I am in love with the older yachts. The classical style is timeless. This is one of the finest examples I've seen in a long time. Keep them coming please!

[@janentomenkafka]

I totally agree with you. This ship has beautiful lines... both classic and classy.

[@johncu45]

Dittos

[@richard_n]

My favorite videos are the ones like this where you find a unique boat or ship. I like things that break away from the mainstream.

[@NautiStyles]

👌🏻💯🙏🏻

[@AaronSmith-kr5yf]

Previous owner REALLY loved their yacht. Also the fact that the owners took this boat out and really used it means it was impeccably maintained, they don't want to break down or have issues while they are out cruising. I also like the aft cockpit design, looks like it would be a great boat to fish out of.

[@NautiStyles]

👌🏻🙌🏻💯

[@johnmccrane1660]

Another great tour. Such a grand old vessel, shows the craftsmanship and time honored design from this shipyard. The owners should be congratulated on their ownership and love of this vessel and having Nautistyles show her to the world. I think Nautistyes should rate the vessels, this would be a blue anchor classic ( to go with your logo ).

[@FrankIsAlwaysRight]

I’d love to dive this when it becomes a wreck…and I can’t even swim!

[@carldevries178]

For me, this yacht screams old style taste. I like the way the interior is decorated. Very comfortable. Definitely a classic. Thank you guys for another great tour.

[@NautiStyles]

Thanks for watching

[@brentduanefoster]

When a boat is on its THIRD engine, you know that this vessel has put in work!!! The Owner’s Cabin is CLASSIC!!!

[@NautiStyles]

💯💯🙌🏻

[@jerrysmith3515]

I think this is a great boat. I like the way the mast can be stored. My grandchildren would really like their summer vacation on it. Thanks

[@tomdrummy4984]

Victoria with the stripes in two directions ! 👍🙂. This is a beauty……..beautiful lines…….and on 3rd set of engines. You don’t hear that very often. Maybe more square footage than the house it’s docked alongside of ? 😂. Cant believe this is 1984……it’s gorgeous !

[@pheebs818]

There's just something so awesome about these older well kept boats. I love the variety of boats on your channel. How boring would it be to just see brand new super yachts all the time. Love the layout. With a new interior designer to update a few cosmetic things here and there this boat would be the envy of everyone . Love it !

[@NautiStyles]

So glad you are loving these tours

[@niptodstan]

I prefer old boats like this than new ones. This has been well looked after too.

[@CAUSELESSREBEL]

I would live aboard this beauty. She has everything I would need. I would probably spend most of my time in the galley area. In the salon, I would put the 2 chairs somewhere else. Then have a large computer desk, with lots of storage, in that space. Along with a good sized rocker recliner. Good tour of a really good yacht.

[@garyhaber333]

I love the older yachts so much. Classic details, like a fine piece of furniture that was made with love and attention to details. This is a perfect live aboard.

[@occultustactical6138]

Interesting layout. It has a formal feel in the salon but have that cockpit and table really makes for a great entertaining area.

[@NautiStyles]

Glad you found it interesting

[@robertwallace9215]

Love these guys, their exploration of each boat they go on gives a full view of what is available, plus… thank you.

[@jccrary]

Absolutely love this boat! The owners are so fortunate to have such a beautiful vessel. Have to admit, I am a bit jealous!

[@rtbinc2273]

Hi - thanks a lot. The lowest bridge clearances on the loop are about 15 feet on the New York State Canal System.This yacht would just make the Chicago River Clearances which are just a tad over 19 feet. There are actually a few different paths for the loop. The variances are basically in the Eastern US. From East to West on the Great Lakes west to Chicago to South on the Mississippi to Gulf of Mexico then back to Florida is the same for all. There is North on the Hudson River and West through the Erie Canal to the Great Lakes or continue North to the Lake Champlain Canal to Lake Champlain to the Chambly Canal to the St Lawrence River. From the St Lawrence you can go the either West to the Great Lakes or East to the Atlantic. You can go North up the Eastern US Seaboard skipping the Hudson which this yacht would have to do because it is too tall for the New York State Canal system to the St Lawrence then West to the Great Lakes. Or you can go the other way around the go North up the Mississippi from the Gulf to Chicago then West to East on the Great Lakes out the St Lawrence and South down the US Seaboard. There is also a set of Canals in Canada which I know less about. Thanks again for all the great videos

[@kennyhuskisson2684]

WOW! You really know your way around! Always good to know for sure!👍✌️

[@MannyB-b7l]

The Chicago clearance is 19'6", which is exactly the height quoted on this boat IIRC. And you are correct, the Erie Canal has a 15'6" clearance. So you would need to cruise through Canadian waters to bypass it and access the Hudson River. The only limit on the Canadian Trent Severn Waterway is a length of 90', for the locks. No height restrictions. As a side note, most marinas along the rivers won't be able to accommodate boats longer than 42ft, so this length becomes a practical limit.

[@rtbinc2273]

​@@MannyB-b7l This is not a practical Loop boat. You are usually looking at smaller Krogans or something like the Nordhavn 41, which was specifically sized for this sort of motoring. You can take big yachts like this if you want, but you need to account for that. That would, I imagine, be the job of the professional Captain mentioned. Though, it wouldn't break my heart to have to stop at Montreal. Nautisyles doesn't really review boats of the smaller size of most loop boats, really only Aquaholic does. He just reviewed a 46 foot Botnia Targa which is much more of the size you mention.

[@janjager2906]

Ah, thank you! When watching I made a mental note to Google “The Loop” and “Grand Loop”. Because they were mentioned several times in other videos and now again. It took me a while to figure out it had to be some inland route and this time I decided to find out the where’s and how’s. So again, thank you. 👍

[@Chuckles..]

Was just thinking I wish they would tour more older or unusual boats/yachts and viola!. I love the subdued floral earth tone upholstery and venerable quality, she's a beaut!.

[@darploin5071]

Back in the '80s Palmer Johnson was the one of the best when I came to the yachts. And I remember they were Palmer Johnson of Savannah Georgia

[@NautiStyles]

Thanks for sharing

[@marlin1018]

I look at a lot of yachts, and this one is beautiful. Even though she is nearing 40, she still has that 'X' factor.

[@peterhowe2678]

when you have something that is older and you put the time in to look after it you get a wonderful feeling inside. Congrats to the current owners.

[@NautiStyles]

👌🏻🎉

[@willywonka8730]

Now THAT is REAL value!!!!! Love it!!! Well maintained. Would not be afraid of the 4000 hours after an engine survey. Didn't see stabilizers. Maybe unnecessary on this boat after going thru 2 1/2 engine swaps. Can't image that much time on a hull without stabilizers. Either a real testament to the sea kindliness of a Palmer Johnson or the owner stuck to intercoastal waters.

[@alanblasczyk1779]

I love classic yachts..they are so majestic. This one is so well kept.

[@johngauntlett4915]

Palmer Johnson are such well-built yachts with a classic feel and look, especially with the raised pilot house. I remember building and trimming the teak decks in Sarasota to ship to Wisconsin for one of our crews to install back in the 90's.

[@NautiStyles]

Thanks for sharing!

[@leediamond4609]

Great tour. Super nice yacht, especially cool seeing "She Sends Her Regrets" by Jim Buckels, in the owner's Suite!

[@piecesofbrokentime4803]

May The Lord comfort the peeps in FL. So many ppl living in an unbelievable situation. It'll be months before basic services are up and running again. Know we out here praying and sending love and positive energy your way. ♥️☹️😢

[@NautiStyles]

😞💔🙏🏻💙

[@clifbradley]

The old intro to a new video. I like these Palmer Johnson yachts. Not a fan of the 120 Sport cruisers they made, but these are quite nice. They made some unique yachts back in the day.

[@dermos9928]

I didn't think a yacht this size would be able to do the loop. That's amazing.

[@Ulbre]

draft could be a problem in parts of the ICW....but yep, amazing indeed

[@swisswildpicsswp3095]

I just LOVE this one. Nice and versatile layout. I'm always a big fan of pullman berths. That's a lot of boat for under $700'000 !

[@Burevestnik9M730]

You probably didn't see the same age yacht but much bigger sold for $400k only few months ago. This price is ridiculously high.

[@swisswildpicsswp3095]

@@Burevestnik9M730 You mean the Cheoy Lee 90? meh. Fiberglass hull, slow, no indoor dining area. Liked the crow's nest and crew quarters, though

[@NautiStyles]

Glad you like it!

[@Burevestnik9M730]

@S. Clarke Yes. Sold because it was affordable. ~$40k per year maintenance and repairs or ~3300 per month on average. By renting out a 1mil. condo it is possible to get back these $3300. The remaining income is $2000 pension plus $2500 wife's digital nomad remote work income for a total of $4500, for family of 4. Probably sufficient as right now I spend $3000 on Visa per month plus $2000 condo maintenance I have to pay to condo rogue board.

[@Burevestnik9M730]

@@swisswildpicsswp3095 How much does crew cost? Are there such resources for hire and that's their occupation? I know that Musk and Larry Ellison can afford crew and hire people, but a 40yr old yacht?!

[@whitneydouglas4794]

Such a lovely boat! I would change out some of the dated decor, but it was so well maintained! Thank you!

[@chrisheine1139]

I have to say the orange ones are slick 😊 As always I love your Boat tours it’s awesome to wake up to a new video ! And that is an excellent price for that yacht Very well-maintained

[@patricksullivan2261]

Now that is a nice boat there. It looks livable. In that you could stay aboard her and be comfortable for extended periods of time. Impressively maintained for a ship that old. You can tell that a lot of love has gone into this and its upkeep.

[@NautiStyles]

Thanks for watching

[@jacpol8249]

Wow, 1984? Talk about ahead of its' time. Beautiful vessel and as always, well presented by you guys.

[@KenBlackRifleAmerica]

Palmer Johnson is an iconic yachting experience! Very classy and this beauty has been loved and well maintained for many years. Would LOVE to 'do the loop' with this awesome yacht! Victoria, I think the orange glasses match that dress perfectly! Take care guys and see y'all next time!! ⚓

[@NautiStyles]

Thank you so much!

[@DoomfarerCDN]

For 695k - that is a steal for such a lovely boat. Loved the cockpit design - like a command deck is right. Always liked the look of the Palmer Johnson. More of these would be great.

[@NautiStyles]

🙌🏻👌🏻

[@malcolmjcullen]

Much prefer these older yachts to a lot of the more modern ones - just so much character, and I think they seem a lot more comfortable.

[@I-am-awayTOM]

YES! Feels unhurried yet it wants to go. Not a marina queen, but still a beauty. I am not sure why.

[@marvindebot3264]

What a lovely old lady, well worth the ask. 3rd set of engines? Wow, she must have some miles under her keel! The layout is not that unusual for a PJ, it places the engine room and galley/crew quarters within easy reach of the bridge which of course is ideal for passage making.

[@davel9130]

I love the "traditional classic" style of this boat.

[@thomascraig7230]

A beautiful classic yacht. I love the dark wood all throughout. This boat is "very" unique. I really enjoy the outtakes. Stay safe. 🛥😎💪💕🍷

[@NautiStyles]

Thanks for watching and taking the time to like and comment

[@michaeljefferson6810]

Definitely a lot of boat for the money. You can tell the owners really loved her.

[@kevinmoore.7426]

Thanks, Victoria. You guys always do such a good job !

[@NautiStyles]

🙏🏻💙

[@I-am-awayTOM]

Value is off the charts... like NautiStyles.

[@stevensykes3740]

Love the Galley and the flybridge!!! Another great video.

[@alvinmick218]

So glad you guys tour the older yachts as well as the newer ones. Great video!!

[@TheDjricorox]

Thank you

[@医生G]

A magnificent boat, really well built and doesn't look anything like nearly 30 years old. I like it!

[@papa.mike01]

Nice classic yacht. Nice presentation as always. Thanks V & Ricco.

[@bobbiecoldiron9883]

I don't think I would have noticed the age if the Upholstery had been updated.

[@barbiesboats4522]

This yacht was designed by Tom Fexas. I new Tom and when the boat was new it was shown at the Fort Lauderdale Florida Boat Show. Tom gave me a tour of this boat and I was very impressed. It was a beautiful yacht then and it's wonderful to see it is still beautiful today.

[@MountainFisher]

Looked really nice. Older style drawers and furnishings from the 80s, but well taken care of. I'd probably update some of the older systems in the engine room to make it look more modern, parts of it did look old and a little shabby down there. 38 years old you expect a little bit of clutter.

[@NautiStyles]

Fair enough

[@bobuncle8704]

38 years old. Immaculate. Wow. I could see myself living full time on this

[@01dumbfrog]

Oh and the cute little dresser in the double stateroom at the 19 minute mark would be Vicki’s editing space not located in the main soloon.

[@01dumbfrog]

I will come by a say hello to yawl when I get to Marina Del Rey.

[@rickbourne1376]

Always liked Palmer Johnson and their old Sturgeon Bay, WI facility where I presume this was constructed. Door County WI is a great vacation area in between Green Bay and Lake Michigan with lots of great marinas. What a classic looking and huge owner suite. All the woodwork makes it feel even older, like an older New England yacht, and it looks great. I presume the upkeep is high, but wow, that sure seems like a lot of value for the money.

[@kennyhuskisson2684]

WOW!! Stunning yacht! Even for an older yacht it's remarkable! I love it! & Love you two, love watching your video tours!❤️😀👍✌️

[@NautiStyles]

Our pleasure!

[@michaelwilner4756]

Need those aviator sunglasses! 😎

[@ThoughtfulWander]

Love the christmas tree in the pilot house! Pretty cool!

[@leslieannalbright4772]

Exquisite. Only one thing that needs changing, and that’s the curtain by the stove. 🥴😳🤪 The love shows throughout this boat. I love it. Come on lottery. 🤪❤️👍 PS. I even like the fun house heads. 😂

[@PiratePrincessYuki]

I’d love to see a tour of a late 30’s to early 50’s Chris Craft live aboard style yacht.

[@PiratePrincessYuki]

@S. Clarke I cannot remember the name of it, I was very young but what I do vaguely remember is it had 3 motors and it was big. But I fell in love with it’s style.

[@foyboy03]

Love these older boats.

[@peterhowe2678]

what a sensationally looked after yacht. Victoria licks to use unique in her descriptions but she is very very right with this one. love it. love that you look for these older more affordable yachts to look at, well done guys.

[@NautiStyles]

🙏🏻👌🏻💙

[@michiganengineer8621]

Just under the length limit for the Trent-Severn of 90 feet. Wow! A whole 5" clearance for the mile 300.6 bridge outside of Chicago LOL TBH, even subtracting the radar mast it doesn't LOOK that low! Oops! a 6' draft will seriously limit where you go on the loop, you'll have to take the Oswego canal up to Lake Ontario and then the Welland canal to Lake Erie since the Trent-Severn requires 5 feet or less. This would be a perfect coastal cruiser/live-aboard for anyone who loves the classic lines.

[@NautiStyles]

Thanks for sharing

[@roberthandlon1877]

Beautiful classic yacht, I wonder what that would cost to operate. You guys always make me smile. Thanks

[@hughmacdonald2608]

Love your channel. This is such a well kept almost 40 year old yacht! Victoria please do not be offended, but the word "storage" is usually the same when used in a singular tense or a plural tense. If you look in a dictionary, "storages" is an actual words, but "storage" can be used in a singular and plural tense as well. In the English language most would not use the term "storages". Never the less it is very cute when you use the word "storages" so maybe do not change.

[@NautiStyles]

🙈😝🙏🏻💙

[@Junior9.11]

Mi piace tantissimo questa barca , tutto bello , grazie per tutto quello che fate per mostrarci queste barche meravigliose

[@karlshook4586]

Very nice. Extremely well maintained.

[@debbiedempsky8160]

Your channel reminds me of the old show "Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous", but not over the top or obnoxious like the old show. We love cruising, so these yachts are so fun to see. Great job!

[@jaffaholland4039]

This is a great boat, feels better than a lot of much newer boats

[@mohammednadeemanwar2213]

Classic Motor Yacht. Quite a Rare find in perfect condition. Beautifully maintained and appointed. Thank you for the tour.

[@andynicoll8566]

The teak needs a lot of work but I'd love to spend my retirement working on that and what ever this classic vessel needs.

[@davekirby7790]

this is the first boat I my impress with.... a great find ....good video

[@alanblasczyk1779]

I am back..late as usual. no damage from the hurricane yesterday..but it was fun to say the least. Now on with the show !

[@NautiStyles]

so glad to hear you are ok Alan

[@lordrossmacca]

What a wonderful old yacht. Great that is has been used heaps and so well looked after

[@jimbetzing3587]

What a great yacht! But those sunglasses, wow,!

[@robertworden8559]

Fantastic job covering this amazing yacht. Great camera work Rico! A very enjoyable tour.😊

[@IKhanNot]

As much as I like the newer yachts for their innovative design I also like yachts that have lasted the test of time in terms of their design language and fee.

[@mjd03085354]

What a lovely well kept yacht, well kept teak deck along with wonderful well maintained varnished timber around the vessel.

[@jamesmurphy1480]

I’m so proud that you keep using the proper term for those beds pullman

[@NautiStyles]

Haha! Happy to make you proud 😝

[@richardr5888]

Another great tour. These classic boats always seam to have more character than the sterile newer boats. 2 questions- 1) Do you find that these older boats are built to last longer than newer ones (like so many things today) 2) How the heck do they refit the engines? Do they cut an opening in the aluminum and slide it in, or is it a piece by piece project? Thanks as always for each tour and making us feel like we're right there with you.

[@NautiStyles]

Thanks for watching, not sure how they did these engines, prob best to ask the listing broker

[@2490debrick]

Steel hull, turn the flybridge into the upper sealed helm, curve the aft and seal that off, and you have a design that would make an amazing explorer cruiser! Stunning vessel mind...!

[@alexanderstefanov6474]

This is such good value. $695k for an aluminium yacht of this size by a blue chip yard in fantastic shape.

[@rvail136]

2nd video I'm rewatching. I wish ya'll would do more of these affordable older yachts that would make excellent liveaboards

[@NautiStyles]

We do at least 1 a month

[@thomasw5430]

Wow considering this one was built the year I graduated from high school, it has definitely fared better! 😂😂. Great boat to do the “Great Loop” on. Plenty of room, as well as meeting the all important height restriction when the tower is folded down. Congratulations to owners for keeping it so pristine. It looks great!😊

[@ChiChi-dy9qi]

I absolutely love the classic styling of this boat and all that for the price?? Amazing.

[@exnihiloabe176]

I think this is my favorite boat of all the walk throughs I've seen you do.

[@ph11p3540]

Palmer Johnson always made truly iconic yachts. Their 2015 48 meter Super sport (aka Khlilah) is particularly iconic except for obnoxious gold paint.

[@SilverJackLeg]

Great boat. I love these older classic style yachts, they are timeless. But - as liveaboard - I must say I prefer that 1991 Hatteras 72 you presented a couple of weeks ago. Although officially smaller, it somehow uses that liveaboard space much better. Or it is purely subjective - I get the impression it offers more space. And to these two boats I would add that 1983 Cheoy Lee 90-footer as excellent examples of old liveaboard style.

[@NautiStyles]

Fair enough

[@geoffreyharris2367]

Love the sunglasses. Grey and orange

[@donnajohnson2979]

I really love these older yachts I would like to see more of these for sale that have been well cared for. Recent ones. That are larger in size like this one.

[@christopherbaas1774]

That’s a LOT of mirrors in the bathrooms. I couldn’t tell how big they were until you pointed the camera at the floors, at least those weren’t mirrored too!

[@NautiStyles]

😝

[@jeffstever7754]

I like that one a lot we should have an extra guest cabin or two and I didn't realize you could take something that big on the Great Loop wow that's awesome

[@jeffpierce3436]

I know I get a little bored with newer yachts that have the same basic layout(doesn’t mean they aren’t nice!) but this old cruiser definitely has character!! You guys do a great job of not “losing” me while doing your presentation. Much appreciated

[@NautiStyles]

thanks for your feedback Jeff

[@markshutt1476]

I sure love these older, live aboard, and affordable boats you do. This is a beautiful, interestingly laid out, boat. Or, a really fun mobile home. I could easily live on this. Love the entire forward interior space, always been a fan of galley with dine in space. For me, the day head, owner's head, and gold (brass?) finish sinks don't work, oh my God, those mirrors. BUT, easily fixed. Thanks for bringing this to us, and more, please.

[@ThoughtfulWander]

Wow great yacht! Great find! 👍👍

[@michaelhabada3493]

She is defintely in great shape. Thanks for the tour.

[@frederikn.kalangi5619]

Very interesting layout with walkways from the bulwark going up to the fly bridge and a folding mast.. wow... so cool... Furuno, Simrad and Garmin systems.. I dont think you can get lost with this yacht..hahaha... (personally, luv the black with orange combo. awesome)

[@bionicsasquatch]

I like the Palmer Johnsons good looking yacht both of them I wouldn't say no to either one. "Cheers!"

[@OnTheFlipSide]

I watched this thinking you showed this beautiful yacht just for me. I love this!!

[@NautiStyles]

😍🙌🏻💙

[@elivr6046]

What a great vessel. It appears to need some updating, but it's a nice price point.

[@I-am-awayTOM]

This yacht was definitely handled with TLC or what to look for when buying a used little ship!

[@aycoi2833]

Alu hull, grp hull, steel hull... some prefer one or the other but what are good or bad size of each and how a future owner can choose between... may be next you are at a shipyard who built or repair each one, you could make an interview to deal with these differences.. Commercials use steel, trawlers use steel (most dutch shipyard) and grp (nordhavn, fleming...) and speedboats use grp or alu. You pass from grp to steel so what about corrosion, condensation, isolation... Thanks. Forgive my english, i am from belgium.

[@rtbinc2273]

Around 16 minutes in while doing the rear cockpit in the background is a Tiara Yacht called Liquor Box. It shows up all the time on the Miami Boat and Wavy Boat videos. I'd assume you're somewhere around Haulover.