Bertram Yacht - 31 Express Cruiser - For Sale

Presented by Shestakov Yacht Sales, the 31 Express CruiserfromBertram Yachtis a compactmotor yachtwith the spirit of asport fisherman, built on afiberglass platformwith a Deep Vee hull form. For guidance and availability, broker Andrey Shestakov and the Shestakov Yacht Sales team are ready to assist.

Selecting a 31 Express Cruiser

Choose the 31 Express Cruiserif you want the straightforward performance of twin outboards, the ride of a Deep Vee, and the flexibility of Gas/Petrol fueling in a 31-foot package. As amotor yachtoriented towardsport-fishing pursuits, it balances fishability and utility with practical dimensions and capacities suited to varied coastal missions.

Features of the Model

• Twin Yamaha power: 2 engines from [[specs note: manufacturer]] are specified as Yamaha outboards, running on Gas/Petrol for simple fueling and service.
• Ride and handling: Deep Vee hull geometry supports confident tracking and wave slicing.
• Construction: fiberglass buildwith a fiberglass deck for durability and easy care.
• Capacities for range and self-sufficiency: 400 gallons of fuel and 120 gallons of fresh water.
• Practical footprint: 31 ft LOA and 11 ft beam facilitate docking and trailer-width considerations (where applicable) while maximizing deck use for sport-fishing needs.
• Built by Bertram Yachtand marketed as the31 Express Cruiser.

Technical Specifications

• Builder: Bertram Yacht
• Model: 31 Express Cruiser
• Category: motor yacht
• Sub-category: sport fisherman
• Hull category/material: fiberglass and plastic
• Hull configuration: Deep Vee
• Deck material: Fiberglass
• Length overall (LOA): 31 ft (9.45 m)
• Beam: 11 ft (3.4 m)
• Draft (max): 9.022 ft (2.75 m)
• Engines: 2 x Yamaha, Outboard
• Fuel type: Gas/Petrol
• Fuel capacity: 400 gal
• Water capacity: 120 gal

Pricing and Ordering

Availability, pricing, and purchase options for the 31 Express Cruiserare handled directly by Shestakov Yacht Sales. Contact broker Andrey Shestakov for tailored guidance, current market insight, and assistance with inspections and logistics.

Questions and Answers

Q: What type of boat is the 31 Express Cruiser? A: It’s a motor yachtwith a strongsport fishermanfocus, built on afiberglass foundationand shaped by aDeep Veehull.

Q: What powers this model? A: The boat is specified with 2 YamahaOutboardengines running onGas/Petrol, delivering the straightforward serviceability many owners prefer.

Q: What are the key dimensions? A: LOA is 31 ft (9.45 m), beam is11 ft (3.4 m), and maximum draft is9.022 ft (2.75 m).

Q: What are the fuel and water capacities? A: Fuel capacity is 400 gal, and fresh water capacity is120 gal, supporting longer days on the water.

Q: How do I buy through Shestakov Yacht Sales? A: Reach out to Andrey ShestakovatShestakov Yacht Salesfor availability, pricing, and end-to-end brokerage support tailored to the31 Express Cruiser.

Owner Experience Review

Owners gravitate to the 31 Express CruiserfromBertram Yachtfor its original sportfishing mission: a large cockpit and low profile tailored to offshore work. Many report evolving the boat over time, noting a transition from a "fishing with the guys" boat to a family cruiser, often through thoughtful interior updates. The model also has a strong following among restorers and is frequently shown as a classic, with an active community focused on preservation and refits.

On the water, the Ray Hunt deep-V hull is the point of pride. Owners describe it as seakindly, with comments that it "didn't broach easily, didn't roll the props out at speed in a beam sea and was superior at running inlets." With original twin 330-hp MerCruisers, typical reported cruise is about 22–24 knots, delivering confident tracking and a notably dry ride for a 31-footer. Seasoned hands caution that the boat is not intended as a high-horsepower go-fast platform; major HP increases without propeller and hull work risk poor prop loading.

The express layout provides a full cabin, a raised amidships helm, and a large operable windscreen, prioritizing fishing ergonomics and deck space over a modern, expansive salon. Below-deck accommodation is basic and compact by today’s standards, which is why many owners undertake galley and cabin refits to make weekend cruising more comfortable. Maintenance realities are front and center on older examples: stringer, transom, and core rot are recurring concerns; heavy wood motor beds can suffer if the bilge hasn’t been kept dry; and a thorough professional survey is widely recommended. Parts support for legacy items can be limited, but owners rely on active forums and community parts databases; engine choices vary, with twin 330-hp MerCruisers or Cummins 6BT diesels common, and engine swaps or removals often accompany structural work.

Pros and Cons

• Seakindly Ray Hunt deep-V hull with confident tracking and a notably dry ride offshore.
• Large, fishing-friendly cockpit and express helm layout that work well for sportfishing.
• Strong owner community and restoration culture, with common paths to family-cruiser refits.
• Aging structures can show stringer, transom, core, and motor bed rot; a professional survey is strongly advised.
• Some original Bertram Yachtparts are discontinued, so sourcing often depends on owner forums and community databases.
• Not designed for high-horsepower speed upgrades; big HP increases risk poor prop loading without prop/hull changes.

Comparison with Other Models