£581K Yacht Tour : Princess F45

The Princess F45 is one of the best packaged and most beautifully resolved mid forty foot flybridge boats I've ever seen! Take the full tour with me and I'll show you exactly what I mean.
With thanks to Princess Motor Yacht Sales www.princess.co.uk
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[@SkiCourchevel]

This guy does not come across as a pompous ass as some of these other boat sellers. He’s seems very honest and down to earth. He’s really knowledgeable and does a fantastic job pointing out the hidden features. If I ever buy a boat it will be from him! Well done!

[@godspeedjourneys2661]

Agreed, that's why his channel has exploded from inception.

[@ike8236]

True, He has sold me on about $200million worth of boats in the last hour if I had the money.

[@jimherbert007]

He's got his own boat and actually uses it - a rare occurrence in my experience to be honest ;-)

[@5amH45lam]

By far and away the best at it on KZbin. EDIT: PS. *Top tip:* Make sure you opt for the 4-wheel drive model if you're mooring in Courchevel! ;)

[@guerrillaentrepreneur5999]

Ok, how many quid did Mr. Burnham pay you to post that? Jk, he always does a great job......................................

[@stanleyhipkiss4690]

When you have watched so many superyacht videos with prices anywhere between 1 and 100 million dollars that 500k acctually seems affordable

[@Justwantahover]

But it's pounds, it would be like a mill in dollars. Expensive but nice.

[@3DPeter]

When xrp rises to 200 dollars, i'm buying this yacht alright, and then i can even affort to pay 10% of the purchase price, every year to maintain it, because nothing in the world is more expensive to maintain than a yacht. I would love to own one like this or even smaller and cheaper, but they are a money pit and you never get the money back that you put into it but that's why they are rich men's toys, because they earn more than they spend so what the heck is their motto and buy those expensive toys, use them, sell them and buy something newer.

[@Justwantahover]

@@3DPeter Planes are even worse.

[@adamhicks1212]

Exactly! I’m thinking retire on one.

[@Justwantahover]

A half a mill won't buy a boat much bigger than 50 ft. Unless it needs the same money put into it.

[@ozgur4670]

İ dont have yacht and maybe im not gonna buy a boat any soon.But im still watching your channel.And im addicted.Make more videos man. :)

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Haha, great to have you aboard, and lots more coming! :)

[@Smooth-Silk]

Im in the same boat (or not) :D

[@motorworld2513]

Same thing here I had no interest in yachts before.

[@deltanovember1672]

Likewise but now I want a Mangusta.

[@yavin99]

I went to school for it and I used to work on yachts in my 20s but after two seasons I switched to automotive instead because you make double the money but I had hated yachts at the time but its nice watching these videos as a fan and daydream about having a boat like this now that I'm a little older.

[@MRSPADE94]

I need a boat! I literally can’t stop watching these videos!

[@creepinwhileyousleepin]

I love this dudes commentary. Best yacht reviewer there is and probably a fantastic gentleman.

[@poorfordtransitowner1627]

Im the 2010 ford transit driver but this channels addictive

[@godspeedjourneys2661]

This would be the one I want. I can imagine myself single handing this comfortably.

[@edaneo11]

Who will throw the line for you, when docking😂😂😂

[@godspeedjourneys2661]

@@edaneo11 I'm a commercial captain, I can dock a boat, step off and hitch it. I do it 5 times an hour, 30 times a day. And yes, also in bad weather, raining locusts, the night of an blue moon eclipse, etc.

[@ldanzamariastile3536]

would one need training to navigate a boat like this or would you have to hire a 2 man crew?

[@godspeedjourneys2661]

@@ldanzamariastile3536 I would start with chartering a small boat (20ft plus) for a season, with a competent instructor, and do it old school first. Meaning no thrusters, IPS engines etc. Just throttle and rudder. Take your time and enjoy the process of learning, don't rush it, that's how you will fall in love with being on the water in your own boat. In my commercial captain's course, there were also a lot of pleasure boaters who simply wanted to learn more and be competent on the water. So I would highly recommend taking the first level of a commercial license, which in Canada allows me to drive a 5 ton boat and take up to 12 passengers if I so desire. The knowledge you gain in a commercial captain's course puts you above 90% of all other pleasure boaters. The primary stress in handling a boat is docking and undocking, especially in a crowded marina. So work with a captain who is also a good teacher and do at least 100 dockings in various types of weather conditions over the course of the season. Once you are comfortable with that, stick with your small boat until you start to feel you've outgrown it, then move up to a bigger one by 10ft plus. If you keep chartering, then you would not loose much money as opposed to buying one and the hassle that comes with it. You can also get to try out a variety of boats before you decide what you actually like as opposed to what you thought you liked. For me personally, I would want to be able to single hand a boat because when I go out to quiet coves, I don't want anyone around me, so I don't want a crew. This will determine the size of the boat which you will get, which for me will be around 50ft. But if you want crew, then the sky is the limit. Hope this helps.

[@ldanzamariastile3536]

i recently starting towing a van well it's been two years to be exact i know you can't compare the two but i did the same process as you explained here for example learning hot to hitch the caravan to the car and unhitching the caravan learning manoeuvring with the caravan on narrow roads turning corners etc now i'm very confident because of all the pratice, but with the boat i immagine you will need navigation skills seeing as there re no road signs at sea i can immagine docking to be the same as un hitching a caravan

[@Ziggs-Kitchen]

As a engineer and have worked with marine engines etc, I don’t know how they manage to price the boat at 500k. There must 150k just in engines & plumbing! Not to mention the flawless finish through out, outstanding attention to detail. Great tour as usual!

[@rahmanrejepov4283]

Note that the final price is not 581k £. The final price for this boat would probably be around 800k+

[@kutark]

What's even crazier is it's absolutely normal to get 15% or better discounts on new boats with just minor haggling.

[@rykehuss3435]

At 800k GBP who would buy this? Just about 200k more and you can get a 55' from Sunseeker.

[@darthkek1953]

If you were to build a Ford Fiesta from scratch, from bits, it would cost you many times over what a new Fiesta costs Ford to make. It's about scale and production lines. Princess buy in bulk, manage in bulk, have production teams. As one crew moves onto one boat being build another crew moves over to do something else on a different boat in a different stage of production. But if you were to start a shipyard you'd find it impossible to get this finish at this price. But then back in the Princess were that bit less finished... they took time and experience and 'company culture' to get where they can do this for this price.

[@EpicSlug]

@@rykehuss3435 No it would not. a Manhattan 55 from Sunseeker has a list of £1.255m for a very basic spec (you don't even get winches or wood decking) most M55's retail at £1.7-£1.9m + VAT.

[@PMcGuffin]

I honestly have no idea how I ended up on this channel as I am not a boating enthusiast but after watching about 20-30 of your videos I’m dreaming of owning a yacht! That being said out of all the tours I have seen this is the one I’d love to own if I won the lottery or somehow made it big. I tried watching another video tour from someone else’s KZbin channel and found them unwatchable, the way you go about your tours it’s very apparent that you do this because you love yachts and it’s nice to see someone geek out about all the little details.

[@corwingarber]

haha agreed

[@shabab189]

Honestly by now, Princess should be paying you with showcasing their gorgeous boats and with these AMAZING addictive videos

[@dwdrum11]

Anyone else like me who watches and dreams of owning one, do you think this is a bargain. Doesn’t look too intimidating. And the finish is exceptional. I’d be very happy with this boat!

[@AndyC2_]

Fantastic once again Nick You mention the attention to detail on the vessel, well I love the attention to detail that you include in your videos My only complaint, is that you didn’t say “Hey, it’s me” in the mirror 😂 You got to make that your thing !!! Many thanks sir 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Haha, I like your thinking! Thanks for the comment :)

[@aussiesurfer805]

AQUAHOLIC “hey, it’s him in the comments” - love ya vids !!

[@leontedumitru]

You've made the best out of this video. I doubt 90% of all of us watching your clips have anything to do with boats and that means something. Good job! 👏👏

[@MJRSTUDIOS8]

princess should pay u for advertising their boats all the time, i dream of having a boat like this one day truly outstanding bits of kit, love your videos

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Thanks Rowan

[@baddazzgarage2953]

@@anyexpat he is not a broker he writes for a magazine!!!

[@junk52]

This boat and similar sized Princesses should sell well. Sunseeker made the mistake imo of not building the smaller boats anymore and start at 50ft. Theres a large market for 39- 50 and this 45 is the business. Great video as always nick

[@coops6621]

I love this guys videos, real down to earth and enthusiastic walk through's without the pretentious feeling that comes across in many boat reviews

[@gabsta_123]

Love how you mention always about the detail, that’s what makes the boat and its pricing, keep up the great content!

[@justme-hh4vp]

These tours are really well presented, comprehensive and pointing out cool little details

[@brianb4942]

Fantastic use of space! Thanks for showing the attention to detail, it’s the best part of your videos. That handle/locking mechanism on the top deck hatch is pure class as is the electric seating on the rear.

[@Zarih67]

Good job! I like when you geek out and show the little detail!

[@JohnErlebach]

That is a boat to aspire to. Very good review of a lovely boat!! Thanks for taking us along.

[@badgoat666]

This is so beautifully made. Small but perfectly formed. Love it.

[@markperrins9485]

Keep up the geekiness. It is what matters in boat design. Even my Grandezza has following grain in the woodwork on board. Love it.

[@ContrailsaviationCa]

@aquaholic I am not much of a boat guy but i cant stop watching your videos. You are are great presenter and take the time to note the small details without going too overboard. Thank you for sharing all of these fantastic yachts

[@AQUAHOLIC]

That's very kind of you to say so, thank you! :)

[@DevonLad]

I love all that attention to detail!

[@johnpeel6601]

Amazing how Princess fit so many facilities complete with quality woods and upholstery and maintain as much headroom in a 47 foot boat. A fabulous boat worthy of the Princess name presented by the best reviewer on the marine circuit. Thanks Nick.

[@andrewcole1323]

Another superb Princess product. You get a lot of boat for that size - very impressive.

[@motorworld2513]

Love the princess yachts, always finished off with amazing quality and detail.

[@richardpark7099]

Right you are! Brilliant work! Everything you need at an agile size and a workable cost!

[@stoutoutandaboutwithanorwe300]

Keep “geeking out”, I love the details also!

[@gameimprovement419]

This is probably one of my favorite boats on this channel. Also, this is one of the most underrated channels on KZbin. These videos are so addicting.

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Thanks GI!

[@powder960]

Brilliant boat, I love the attention to detail and high quality. Great video, thanks.

[@richardsmith273]

Regardless of size and cost, I think this is one of the finest boats around. It’s just perfect.

[@largol33t1]

That is the first time I've seen a yacht with a sliding patio couch. Even yachts costing twice as much sometimes don't have that! Amazing how much of a difference it makes when having guests crowing the deck and you really need an extra foot of space...

[@Saturnanian]

Fantastic, brilliant, just love it! Solid, superb detail!

[@TheTaxburden]

This is wonderful! Just what I need to cruise around in my dreams!

[@kclawdog36]

LOVE LOVE LOVE your reviews. Honest, thorough, filled with some humor and passion. FAV! Thanks

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Wow, thank you!

[@TheSuprahuman]

Princess makes fantastic yachts and this is no different, I could actually see myself buying this. Normally I drool helplessly over the larger yachts hoping to own one, THIS however is whit in reach. I love the blue stripe around the rear of the vessel. Very nice video, great presentation. Cheers

[@arekpetrosian4965]

"I hope you enjoyed that tour..." Dude...how could we NOT enjoy it? You're fantastic! LOL Seriously, if I ever get to the point where I can buy one of these boats, you're invited on board! :D

[@AQUAHOLIC]

You’re very kind 🙂

[@andyelliott8027]

@@AQUAHOLIC I like the way that seat slides back at the push of a button. To think I was pleased years ago when I got a car with electric windows for the first time !

[@daves2520]

I am really impressed with the layout of this boat. A good value for the money.

[@arvison9]

Best for the price. Very well thought and practical layout. Looks premium too

[@anguspaton583]

I’ve looked at a lot of great boats on your channel...but I think this is the one I’m going to buy one day🙏

[@rykehuss3435]

Got a rich one here

[@markhamnett4997]

The attention to details..... cracks me up ,but puts a smile on my face. Love your videos, Great to watch ,and one has to say,what a fantastic job you do.

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Thanks Mark :)

[@nicbennett6554]

Top quality ‘geeking out’ 👏👏 Another great boat with video to match.

[@75gromit]

A great video as always Nick, princess have finally used the extending cockpit idea sealine had 20 years ago, I'm surprised more manufacturers haven't.

[@michaelschneider3446]

You are right. Very practical ideas on that yacht.

[@Harrythepot]

I love this channel and the videos and I love the way that he is so enthusiastic. Great content. 👍

[@Mark..P]

Love these videos. Thank you

[@alanmoore2197]

Great job pointing out all the small details - and with such enthusiasm!

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Glad you liked it!

[@chrisp2249]

Awesome video. This particular yacht seems like a quite a good deal in comparison. I could also tender it myself. Keep up the great vids

[@barbaraguy3491]

I really enjoyed this tour, and I really love when you 'geek out'. Thank you!

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@bryansimpson664]

Another top review and I felt like I was actually there! That boat seems like terrific value for money.

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Thanks Bryan :)

[@ioannamarinaki2113]

i lllloooooovvveeee it! i was a big fairline fan but the attention to detail on this boat is astonishing. i will definately visit a marine to have a closer look. Thanks a million

[@bjornhosek9210]

awesome boat .... and again great video !

[@strider6920]

Lovely Princess yacht Nick. Very innovative and classy looking. Princess really make great yachts! Thanks for the tour Nick 😊

[@ATH_Berkshire]

I had a look on one of these in Southampton. It’s just as good as you made out. If I was in the fortunate position of being shopping for a new boat and if the boat was for a couple and occasional guests I would have this over the bigger Princesses. I thought it was elegant, comfortable and very practical.

[@GMJ674]

As ever Nick, another fabulous video! This boat is fantastic! I agree that for the price, you get an awful lot. Keep up the good work.

[@lambodriver6983]

Wow they have packed alot of detail and features into 45 ft. There's nothing wrong with "geeking out" over the surprise and delight features as you called them in the F62 review. I am exactly the same. Good video. :-)

[@Kimmo666]

Beautiful boat inside out !

[@tdx5storm]

Thank you for always giving us a popper tour of these boat videos I love watching them very much, keep up the great work you do thanks.

[@AQUAHOLIC]

You're very welcome, thanks for watching!

[@kaanaltinay]

I dont see how anyone would need anything more than this. A very cosy boat!

[@RW-vt8up]

You must buy and sell boats like hot cakes Your articulation, enthusiasm and obvious expertise surely have people queuing up on both sides of the fence to have you as a broker.

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Kind of you to say so but I don't buy or sell, I video, photograph and write about them.

[@SurreyAlan]

What a beautiful boat and with two fridges and a washing machine very practical so might just get used. I remember sailing school and sailing down the trots the instructors would show us all the boats that never moved, millions and millions just sitting there. You Tube popped up a Sea Trial of this boat by Capt. Pat Kelly in America and he demonstrated all the capabilities, pushing the boat sideways and pivoting to manouvre out of a pretty tight berth, then using dynamic positioning so whereas Nick has to rush round pulling his fenders in the F45 just stays put while you stroll about and put them away. Sadly my inheritance won't quite stretch to this one, might have to bump my sister off too.

[@finn.hermansen]

Love this Super beautiful Yacht - Thank for this video

[@shahmeerfarooqi5825]

excellent review as always

[@benkrivan3744]

I really enjoy these walkthroughs I am hoping to eventually buy a boat of my own

[@The_Real_Zaineman]

Thanks Nick, I'm so addicted to your videos, they are great. Head and shoulders above ANYONE else on KZbin. Also, feel free to keep "geeking out". It's good info and you are not wasting our time. I think I can speak for the rest of us who are clearly addicted to "Boat Porn"

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Thanks Dan, appreciate your comments :)

[@nickwatkins5321]

Very nice, well laid out and some clever design.

[@trendtradertrender4328]

brilliant Video Nick , Thanks a lot. Could really see and feel your enthusiasm for this vessel. It is a great beat, perfect for 2, 3 people in the Med.

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Thanks Marc :)

[@mrebk7220]

Stumbled across your reviews a couple of days ago. Been on somewhat of a binge since. Enjoy your delivery and obvious enthusiasm for the boats and the work that goes into building them. I don’t own a boat myself. I go sailing on my Dad’s Jeannaeu sailing yacht a couple of times a year which is always fun. Off to Troon in September to have a sail around there. Maybe I should make my own video 😀 Looking forward to your next review.

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Thank you, great to have you aboard AQUAHOLIC! :)

[@muckshifter]

Your enthusiasm shines through ... another great walkthrough :))

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Thanks!

[@everunuk9911]

Thanks Nick, fantastic value for money

[@AnonymousSuperTuber]

My father is ordering this yacht soon and I'm very excited

[@tempusfugit9796]

Yet another great video. This is a lovely boat. As you say the attention to detail is fantastic. Keep up the good work Nick.

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Thanks TF, will do!

[@KODA013]

Superb videos, well presented and thorough

[@chrisray7017]

Nice video again and a beautiful dream boat

[@andiscott8470]

Interesting to see some things which are common place and pretty much industry/design standard in private jet galley/storage, coming across into boat design. Draws with peg dividers for crockery, and drawers/stowage cupboard with cut outs/recesses for individual items of stemware so they don't move around and possibly get damaged etc. All very nice to see.

[@Dobermanator]

I totally agree with your enthusiasm. Personally I would have carried the logo frenzy all the way to the Head. I would have Princess Crown logo's engraved in strategic spots of the toilet seat face in order to be certain of leaving a lasting impression. All kidding aside, your work is similarly bursting with attention to detail. Descending the ladder to the Engine room without a jumpcut, brilliant!

[@nicolasgarger2719]

Again. Another AWESOME review.

[@alikhansapargaliyev1437]

Love you reviews! Thanks a lot :)

[@peterdodge6563]

Love this boat. Watched this video many times. Dreaming.

[@BG-hu8fi]

Great video! I love the attention to detail in your reviews!

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Thanks Ben :)

[@user-daviddog]

I really enjoy watching your videos. Your a natural. You most have been doing boat shows for a long time.

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Thank you. I've spent well over a year of my life in total at boat shows!

[@magicmindKL]

Really good video, very informative and so much detail thats normally overlooked. A true pleasure watching - and learning - from this.

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Glad you enjoyed it 🙂

[@LocoRocoNL]

I love you enthusiasm for this, glad I found this channel! :)

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Welcome aboard.

[@boldrasta]

Love your videos mate you inspiring me to save up and the smaller Princesses like this one are much cosier for family than the super yachts.

[@davidl6757]

Great!! Love the details!

[@5amH45lam]

I think Princess are my new favourite MY brand! A fabulous little boat indeed.

[@stanspch1]

I can’t stop replaying this vid Nick, I’ve watched it over a dozen times now!, & to be honest, this boat has everything I could need, it’s just beautiful, I had the opportunity to look round one berthed in Abu Tig marina in El Gouna, Egypt, it blew my mind !, for a small boat, the space & equipment, quality of finish just blew me away!, BUT , I would love to see the F55 fly hardtop, I believe it has an extra cabin mid ships, so would love to see you do a detailed tour. 😉👍

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Princess 55 AQUAHOLIC video coming soon! :)

[@DaveBartlett]

Same here: I've replayed it multiple times, often at three-quarter speed (or even half-speed) so I don't miss any details on the visuals that might not be mentioned on the review audio (never many, though there are one or two things to discover for myself.) The problem with this is that I also have to do it with sound muted sometimes too, because once I've heard Nicks voiceover so that I know it almost off by heart, I can manage better than trying to get my head round hearing it slowed down: Since KZbin slows down audio, but retains the original pitch, it has the effect of making Nick sound as though he's pissed

[@peterdodge6563]

I watched this one many times over also.....and see it again in my dreams. Love, love this boat !

[@stanspch1]

If your interested I’ve just seen this lovely boat sea trailed by utuber Capt Pat Kelly on lake Washington, it’s very impressive, he covers how good this machine really is, because of social distancing, he does everything one handed & on his own, holding a GoPro!. All the yachts technology is explained , you can definitely use the lovely piece of kit on your Jack Jones!.

[@peterdodge6563]

stanspch1 good luck. I am in love with the f45 also. Can afford it now...but I’m too old.

[@fastcarzrc4349]

Just waiting for my lottery ticket to come through for me lol lovely boats thank you for sharing these beautiful machines 👍

[@caior5377]

Great video Nick!! Wonderful yacht

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@youtubeenglandu.k8238]

Beautiful, beautiful thanks princess yachts I love your videos. Note 1 billion hahaha.

[@nadinmojzes-redl]

i'm watching this video for the 200 time i love it, Nick you're amazing!! this is my dream yacht!!

[@peterdodge6563]

Mine too.

[@davidbigwood8450]

Not a boat guy, but really enjoy your stuff. Thanks.

[@RichieRouge206]

Gorgeous boat, I love the styling. And Volvo power - cannot go wrong 😎🇸🇪

[@HackerDoge]

I love your videos there are the coolest yachts on your channel even though I’ll probably never be able to afford a yacht I could watch your videos all day

[@arnavpavier4454]

My dream used to be to have a sports car. Now, thanks to you I would love to own one of these to spear fish and dive of it

[@stefanEf]

That's could be my boat. Very nice! Thanks for that video!

[@andruzun1980]

Wow just wow, no words!!!!

[@archie1833]

Perfect boat and great review.