$4,500,000 Explorer Superyacht Tour : 2009 Nordhavn 86

[@tonybazz53]

Yup, I can easily see myself living on that ship for a couple of years. My chef would take the sweet little cabin by the galley. Amazing how you kept the pace going so we could see every detail Nick.

[@orwellknew9112]

I love Nordhavn interiors. Haven’t seen one yet that I wasn’t super impressed with. You can count on beautiful finishing, decor and gorgeous cabinetry. One look and you know you are in a yacht. No mistaking these interiors for a condo or house. This one, once again, doesn’t disappoint. It is very unusual, because it feels like a split level. I’ve never seen another one like it. The owner’s cabin on the second level is another idea that I haven’t run across before. Morning coffee in the Caribbean, out on your private balcony would be pure bliss.

[@Jeff-gn1xz]

I can see myself waking up in that master suite, and stepping onto the aft balcony for my morning coffee & pastry. Lovely.

[@AlexMotan1]

That was precisely my wife's comment as well. 😲 🙂 Great yacht! Thanks, Nick.

[@johnkidd797]

I'd be asking you "why are you aboard MY boat ?".😃

[@MrPlusses]

​@@johnkidd797 Second question would be... " Could you put some clothes on? "

[@ralphweber2522]

@@MrPlussesThat was my thought, as well!

[@bentleydonovan4608]

And then you woke up 😂

[@r.a.monigold9789]

What a yacht ! ! ! This is what dreams are made of... An older, well kept yacht can prove itself as a cost effective investment. With a skipper who loves to tinker, a chef that enjoys keeping things tidy and an engine room aficionado that fancies a clean exterior that crew of three could keep this boat "ship shape" for years to come. Thanks to all involved and thanks Nick, for the tour!

[@AQUAHOLIC]

I'm glad you enjoyed it 🙂

[@Ron-zr6se]

Just checked the Nordhavn website and she is already sold. The interior set her apart from the other offerings and at such a good price she went quick. Thank you for a lovely tour Nick, excellent as always.

[@AQUAHOLIC]

I'm glad that you enjoyed it 🙂

[@iansillifant4857]

Absolutely stunning little ship.

[@ronschwolsky1626]

Damn, I was just looking for my checkbook!

[@geoffreytofte4049]

I’ve been following Nordhavn and the brokerage market years now Pirate Radio was on the market for close to 2 years before it finally sold, Yes it did sell “recently”

[@yorkshirepudding..]

​@@geoffreytofte4049 correct this yacht started off at 5.95 million dollars and went for just over 4 million in the end. Shows just how over priced large yachts are, perhaps the brokers think if you can afford a boat this size we can get away with charging you 50% over what it's worth ?

[@Squirel]

Classic Nordhavn indeed. Whatever size they are, they seeem to be in a class of their own. No matter the size, they are always something special. This one is really excellent.

[@SilentButDudley]

I keep coming back to this video. What a fantastic ship and layout. The owners cabin being at that placement is fantastic and really fits the purpose of the ship. Idk why Nordhavns really scratch that itch.

[@scottprice8994]

Little ship is the perfect way to describe this Nordhavn 86. There is a lot packed into its 86-foot length.

[@dungeonrat]

I don't think that I have seen a Nordhaven yacht that I didn't like. They're the best blend of utility & comfort going.

[@RC-hm9vg]

The amount of work that goes into these vessels is amazing.

[@doughboi007]

Nordhavn and Nick always make the perfect pair!

[@andrewnewton9137]

You were lulling me with all those fancy Med Cruisers and now you bring me back to reality with a wonderful Nordhavn

[@PatrickSBellSr]

The layout/deck-plan of this Nordhavn is ,seriously, the best I have ever seen. Wow!!

[@niknoks7638]

A true gem .....thank you for explaining the design function of a ‘Full Displacement Hull’, everyday is a school day! 😉👏

[@Randy-ss9jb]

love that you always open the dishwasher, every boat every time..

[@chiphill4856]

And the grill

[@BhaaskarDesai]

Been a while since I really loved another small ship. Perfect size and layout with 5 cabins and plenty of space for tenders. Well maintained with good interiors and good crew space. The owners cabin with complete privacy and terrace is a plus. I'd definitely put a hot-tub back on the fly. Thank you so much Nick~! :)

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Glad you enjoyed it 🙂

[@rp1645]

Thank you for walking through this Beautiful vessel 😊😊 Love how the Rudders have manual connection on top. For emergency steering. Then there is the old school throttle control in engine room. For crew to be inside engine and rudder space for redundant control of functions Glad this vessel has TWO engine instead of the normal redundant single engine system that switches power from main engine on this type of vessel 😊 so glad you explained the hull built system for long range NOT speed. The old stand by eye sight FUEL gages will never fail by looking at the fuel tank level. On a small Tug look alike vessel we rented, you dipped the fuel tanks on fuel level ( using a measuring pole. I could NOT believe the long range fuel consumption with that type of hull. I thought the reading were wrong 😊 she used very little fuel.

[@michaelhastie7324]

All of the positive aspects of a high-quality, world is your oyster, long-distance Yacht. The price is nicely depreciated when compared with a new Nordhaven and yet you don't see any obvious signs of age on this beauty. Another Aquaholic Review, well done; brother from another mother....

[@johnclamshellsp1969]

What a nice practical yacht. Not over fabulous, nor under. Very well done for almost everyday needs.

[@gloriousradio]

I'm a little late to this one, but I think this may well be my favourite big yacht/little ship you've ever had on the channel, Nick! She's huge, but homely - it somehow feels like loft living. Beautiful interior, beautiful exterior. Gorgeous all round.

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Glad you enjoyed it! 🙂

[@petercawley8444]

For serious cruising a Nordhavn is a must. A very robust and beautiful yacht.

[@HubsByG]

Wow! If only I had the money... not just for the boat, but the upkeep and running costs. This is a beauty.

[@mikej767]

Nordhavn interiors are just always a step above the rest in quality. Absolutely beautiful ship for its age. I prefer it to many of the newer ships.

[@freestyla000]

Watched the entrie video for the "Classic Norhaven"...did not disappoint. Of all the boats I see on this channel all of which I could never afford, there's just something about the Nordhavens that are so compelling.

[@dgrock2484]

This is definitely a dream boat , I can't imagine how amazing it would be to cruise on such an impressive and comfortable vessel, very good and detailed walk through, thanks for showing is this gem

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Glad you enjoyed it 🙂

[@floodo1]

My new favorite. Not surprised considering it’s a Nordhaven but still. With the right 3 crew one could have some amazing journeys on board this masterpiece!

[@terot8341]

Nordhavn never dissapoints. Thank you for tour Nick.

[@AQUAHOLIC]

I'm glad you enjoyed it 🙂

[@johnphelan6623]

You can keep your flashy ‘super yachts’ 😅 (* whose videos I enjoy greatly as mere visual titillation, Nick) but this is the real deal for an early retirement-live aboard-travel anywhere small ship! What an absolute beauty she is. ❤

[@Pesmog]

That's a great little yacht, and I keep revisiting this video. I love that it has a little office as there is always admin for the skipper or owner to do to keep a vessel like this running. The laundry/utility room is a great idea. I also liked that the main cabin had proper couches and not nautical benches with cushions. The only omission that I could see was that there didn't appear to be a bridge heads. That could easily be fixed by making the massive owners cabin bathroom a little smaller. The foredeck looked like it had a little more space available for a few more toys as well. I could easily live on that boat.

[@terrydouglas2777]

That is the perfect family boat that the whole family will enjoy for many years to come. Nordhavn designers checked off Every thing on my list and I'm sure on your lists as well. Thank you Nick for finding this gem to share with us. I absolutely love this boat. May I suggest one thing, can you please put up a specks page up on the screen to show us all the main things such as loa, width, engines and HP, holding tanks for fuel and water, top and cruising speed, max NM at top speed and distance and for cruising speed with NM. I love to see that on another channel, you know what one I'm talking about. Love your videos the best because you don't waste our time opening every cabinet and going over every thing in the bridge, we know what is on the boats from you showing the console to us. Spring break is coming and it's about time for another family holiday for you and your family so start hinting to the boss and find out where she wants to go next. We look forward to seeing you and your family on a video like you did in the past. I'll never get to see most places you travel to so I deeply appreciate you sharing your life with me. I can't walk nor able to travel anywhere. But I sure have enjoyed watching all your videos on here buddy. Safe travels and stay healthy. Stay away from anyone that is sick and coughing. Love you all, share the Love and lets make our planet better for our grandkids and theirs. I'm still praying that one day we will win then we will All have World Peace. Amen

[@AQUAHOLIC]

I'm glad you're enjoying them. More boating videos coming this summer I very much hope! 🙂

[@brettallan7417]

Most of the details you are looking for are listed on the Nordhavn Australia website where she was listed for sale. She is now sold.

[@terrydouglas2777]

Thank you, but since I am not able to type because of shaking hands an fingers causing alot of typos causing me to go back to fix them I don't search the web anymore. I love this channel and seeing these boats, an even more on times I see them having a elevator for us who are trapped in wheelchairs. We can't do stairs and need wider hallways. Plus taking showers are alot harder when we have to have help. I love you all and wish I had that magic clock to rewind back 25 years before I was injured by someone else who wasn't paying attention to what they were doing. That's why I am so thankful for Nick for making his videos and sharing them. Peace and love to everyone.

[@IanObzi]

If money was no object I think Nick would go for a Nordhavn, maybe not quite this big but he always speaks about them with such fondness and admiration.

[@ronschwolsky1626]

Who wouldn't?

[@festerofest4374]

Nordhavn, or Bering! Check out some NautiStyles tours of Berings.... they are just as wonderful.

[@dougchapman4129]

What a beautiful boat. I can see myself cruising the warm spots during the winter months then moving to the west coast for the summer months. Well, I can always dream.

[@moejaime2654]

For we who are not millionaires I would call it a ship Nick ! What a lovely ship she is truly !!

[@jeffreydaniels7519]

One of the smartest layouts I’ve ever seen, gorgeous!

[@NastyCortezian]

A perfect Sunday afternoon is when I can sit and relax and watch you review one of my favorite boats. Thanks!

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Glad you enjoyed it 🙂

[@markshutt1476]

Such a beautiful boat. It most certainly is not a "cookie cutter" layout, and I love that. Not being a fan of hot tubs on board, I like this small seating area. Such a lovely, intimate, spot to tuck yourself in. Thanks, Nick, for once again getting us on the best boats.

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Glad you enjoyed it! 🙂

[@jamesdonoghue5907]

Brilliant - what a great boat. The space for an 86 footer…and the quality and touches…you can tell a hell of a lot of thought went into its design. Thanks for bringing it to us.

[@AQUAHOLIC]

I'm glad that you enjoyed it 🙂

[@randyjude8346]

Had to " cast " this one to the main TV in the house as i saw aquaholic and nordhavn in the same sentence. So the entire house was obligated to watch! She's a beauty ( and you're fairly fair yourself m8 ) Thanks so for sharing this and looking forward to the future with our KZbin friend!

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Fantastic! I'm glad you enjoyed it 🙂

[@TheMVCoho]

Unreal, best of the best! Saw Aquaholic and Nordhavn in the title and I sprained by clicking finger I clicked so fast. This did not disappoint!! Classier than any super yacht and yet still every bit classic brawny Nordhavn full of practical features, quality and livability. Absolutely timeless and class. I'm in love and currently only $4.500,000 to go before I bring her home!

[@AQUAHOLIC]

I'm glad you enjoyed it 🙂

[@christophergherke446]

Nordhaven yachts have got to be some of the best on the planet. Great "little ship" and excellent tour.

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Glad you enjoyed it! 🙂

[@Steve-Cross]

Priced very reasonably. A beautiful yacht with bags of potential. As always. Thank you, Nick for a very comprehensive walk around. 👍😎

[@ozarkmartin1174]

The only "super yacht" tours I find myself watching are these Nordhavens 😍

[@jansimonteambondi143]

The best yacht brought to us by the best presenter - thanks heaps Nick

[@AQUAHOLIC]

You're very welcome!

[@SiFit-Gym]

This epitomises why I love Nordhavn. My dream yacht right here.

[@forresthoward5868]

Nordhavn are by far my favorite yachts 🛥️ on the water!

[@GeorgeMonaghan]

The internal volume is just amazing.

[@thomasbassett5028]

Very nice layout and meticulously maintained, shows like a new yacht.

[@nicbennett6554]

Another wonderful Nordhavn and another brilliant tour to complement the not so little, little ship.

[@AQUAHOLIC]

I'm glad you enjoyed it 🙂

[@christiansmith7458]

Don't know why, but I had a thought during the engine room tour... I actually missed the drills we used to run on the US Navy Destroyer I was on years ago. Love your videos Sir, Thank You.

[@mmsmits2868]

Goodbye, street address; hello world. Absolutely 100% perfect. Thanks so much for the tour of that magnificent ship.

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Glad you enjoyed it 🙂

[@chuckbecker4983]

On an engine configuration such as this, first objective is to get uneven hours on the engines so both don't need overhaul at the same time. I would run on one engine for ~2500 hours more than the other (assuming 25K hours for major overhaul). Once that differential is achieved, run 'em even hours. That way one engine will need overhaul ~a year before the other. In memory of Chief Engineer Thomas Wash - - - best engineer I ever sailed with.

[@richardkeen1996]

As ever, a first class tour and presentation - thank you very much. It's great to see how the other half live - I could just about afford the dinghy!!! Keep 'em coming it's a treat to watch.

[@AQUAHOLIC]

I'm glad that you enjoyed it 🙂

[@howner501]

I love the owners cabin up top aft of bridge with its own deck, cracking design and lay out . All I need is to win a lottery 😅

[@darrylalford8879]

WOW ! Love that upper Deck suite , FINALLY ! So many choices for an "owner's suite" could be on the main deck if you get tired or LOST ! LOL ! LOVE these explorers that you can "go where you're looking" and not worry ! Thank you Nick !

[@michaelsasylum]

Nordhavn, worth every penny. Feels bigger than it really is.

[@ExUSSailor]

If I had a vessel like that, I would never be in a hurry for my journey to end!

[@petersnushall7293]

Looking at some boats, it is clear that everything is set up to impress people. Not so with this boat, it is set up to provide comfort for those fortunate enough to travel in her. She is a magnificent ship.

[@bielefeldundmehr2461]

I really like the captain's cabin. It looks very comfortable.

[@TexanUSMC8089]

Now this is a beautiful boat. I'd probably change the name and some of the art, but it's incredible.

[@marchport]

Beautiful! “The main gubbins!” That’ll be added to my vocabulary! Thanks for another cracking tour!

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Technical term! 😄

[@CharleyGeorge]

now that is a super sexy boat. OMG 5 cabins and two overflow WOW. I absolutely love that layout and boat. What a diamond in the rough but not rough at all lol. Marvelous boat and good tour as always my friend.

[@AQUAHOLIC]

I'm glad you enjoyed it 🙂

[@woodshed_moments]

Literally the nicest Nordhavn I've ever seen, and it's an old one - always very Scandic with the wood, nice... doesn't touch a Sanlorenzo, but nice.

[@BertMerlin57]

That little desk area in the salon reminds me of a resturant recept “Have you reserved a table?”

[@percival23]

Out of all the superyacht's I have seen on here ..I don't recall one that gives you this much boat for the money. And it's a Nordhavn to boot.

[@manuelhnieves]

one of the sisters of this ship, the sol and sons stayed at the marina i have my boat at, always wanted to go inside thanks for making the dream come true nick

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Glad to have helped 🙂

[@TradeWindgng]

Nordhavn the one and only Great comprehensive video thanks a lot keep them coming please.

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Glad you like them!

[@orwellknew9112]

This is a 15 yr old ship/yacht and it looks new. It has been beautifully maintained. I have counted 5 different levels because it looked to me like the first 2 cabins were not as far down as the lowest level. I find these ship/yachts somehow seem to have more space and more interior space than seems possible.

[@Kim_Jensen]

Fantastic little ship, I would'nt mind spending a couple of months in Norway on this mighty ship 😁Thank you for a "little ship feel" tour Nick 😀

[@AQUAHOLIC]

My pleasure!

[@lenejeff-lc9kp]

Love the almost hidden drawers for real charts

[@patrickabas1112]

what an excellent tour Nick, loved it

[@duncanwaterston6145]

I’m sorry, that’s the best tour you’ve ever done, what a stunning little ship, such things dreams are made of !

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Glad you enjoyed it 🙂

[@ThoughtfulWander]

Awesome master cabin! Love the private balcony area! 👍👍

[@nothingsurprisesmeanymore]

Looks a better interior than plenty of newer Nordhavns and 15 years old! 👍

[@MGAFFY]

Nordhaven's Yatchs are some of my favorite offshore cruisers, built so sturdy.

[@scottcooper3436]

Now thats a real ship not just the real ship feel. Keep up the good work!

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Wilco!

[@jeffalexander544]

The best 86 I’ve seen. Just beautiful!

[@jdo1014]

Was it run as a charter yacht? Was getting that vibe. Another day another sublime Nordhavn!

[@thanksfernuthin]

I absolutely LOVE the private terrace area for the master cabin! Let the guests and kids climb all over the rest of the yacht but allow me and my spouse have a quite area to ourselves.

[@firstsgt279]

Not that I'd ever be able to afford this Boat but Wow, set up nice, style and clean. I'd say in my Top 5

[@FLGurl]

An outstanding home away from home masquerading as a ship! Thank you Nick! 🍷

[@AQUAHOLIC]

My pleasure!

[@PierluigiPuttiDiaz]

Absolutely beautiful ❤️! Great job as always! Well done Nick!

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Thank you! 🙂

[@djwashx]

Best bargain ive seen EXCELLENT CONDITION!!!!!!!

[@seanogden927]

What's not to like with a Nordhavn they are just beautiful in every way. Love the woodwork on this one and a great layout. Great tour as ever Nick thank you.

[@AQUAHOLIC]

I'm glad you enjoyed it 🙂

[@johnkidd797]

Bloody lovely Nick, ultimate boat/ship, it just oozes class and purpose. Great tour pal.👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Thanks 👍

[@snlburr]

Nick your tours as always impress me, full detail taking the time. Being land locked Canadian I dream of owning a ship, come on lottery. This ship and tour is top shelf. I can see myself and of course my guests enjoying every inch of this beauty. Thank you

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Good luck!! 🤞

[@andyraven9855]

It's no Gulf Craft Majesty 175 but Mr Burnham sir IT'S A NORDHAVN nuff said!! all joking aside Nick this 86 is gorgeous, absolutely love this one,the interior layout fittings and furnishings is fantastic,I really could see myself living full time on this 86ft stunner, thanks Nick all the best from Cornwall 🤗✌️👍

[@AQUAHOLIC]

I'm glad you enjoyed it 🙂

[@jimgraves6464]

These are the types of boats i like its not all about glamour

[@mikebarnes3557]

SENSATIONAL LITTLE SHIP NICK. WOW !! FABULOUS LAYOUT AND SPEC. A SERIOUS SAILOR`S DREAM BOAT !!

[@AQUAHOLIC]

I'm glad that you enjoyed it 🙂

[@EliapoAfamasaga]

A ... maze ... ing how well designed narrow doors tucked around the corner of the kitchen to the captains hq and the crew to the guests is a work of art ' awesome boat that still towers over its counter parts is deceiving ✅

[@williamwhaley7842]

Beautiful boat! Nordhavn is my favorite. Nick, you do a great job of presenting these boats.

[@AQUAHOLIC]

Many thanks!

[@sykendu-twanbiemans7586]

Wow…..I always love the Nordhavn ‘proper little ship’ yachts! ❤

[@ai-d2121]

I read the Nordhavn 86 has a displacement of about 180 tons. A displacement boat could use somewhere in the range of 4-7 hp per ton for optimum performance. The bottom line is that you have enough power for any sea condition. Obviously the gear reduction also is of importance. In this case power would range from 720hp to 1260hp. With 2 times 600 hp it is spot on. My 86 ft icebreaker of 100 tons of displacement has 400 hp but it has a reduction of the engine of 1:5; my single propeller is 1.3 m 4 blades. The maximum speed of a displacement vessel is squar root of the length (m) waterline x 4,5 in km/h. Thus in both cases it is around 22 km/h. They won’t go faster. My boat does 20 km tops.

[@dixon296]

Boat sounds nice any pictures

[@Vladimir_SHCHERBAKOV]

the layout of the yacht is perfect. I'll take some ideas for myself.

[@susanwatson1599]

Beautifully appointed yacht, from the layout to the interiors. Absolutely nothing I didn't like about her. One of my favourites.

[@garry17713]

What a great yacht. I can imagine living very comfortable onboard and I’m already planning my adventures with her. One thing to point out, cranes on ships are called davits 🙂

[@bruceroaf5750]

If I ever won the lottery and have dreams of a sunseeker 100. This would be a different machine but boy does it look nice. Another great video thanks for posting Nick

[@AQUAHOLIC]

I'm glad that you enjoyed it 🙂

[@Shaneodell35]

Wow! What a beautiful vessel! I'll take two!!!

[@alextomei-z6l]

Same

[@alextomei-z6l]

That saloon is gorgeous and loved the white rug how it blends in with the furniture

[@matteice6675]

Nick & a Nordhavn, the best way to start a Sunday 👌🏼

[@JamesMacleanEsq]

Absolutely lovely. The only thing missing are layout pads. But, to be fair, lots of people don't like laying in the sun anyway.