PALM BEACH - Palm Beach 55 Sedan - For Sale

Palm Beach 55 SedanbyPALM BEACHis amotor yachtin themotor yachtsclass, constructed on afiberglass hullplatform with a planing configuration. Measuring 55 ft LOA with a 17 ft beam, it blends speed, volume, and range for confident coastal cruising. Offered through Shestakov Yacht Sales, broker Andrey Shestakov provides expert guidance from selection to closing.

Selecting a Palm Beach 55 Sedan

Choose this model if you seek a fast, stylish cruiser with practical capacities and overnighting for family and guests. Twin Volvo Penta inboard diesels deliver a 26-knot cruising pace (29.92 mph) and up to 30 knots (34.52 mph) on demand, while the planing hull helps keep handling crisp. Accommodations for up to 8 with 2 heads support extended weekends, and generous tanks (740 gal fuel; 264 gal water) broaden your itinerary. As a motor yachtwithinmotor yachts, the boat’sfiberglass constructionkeeps weight in check without sacrificing rigidity.

Features of the Model

• Planing performance for agile handling at cruising and top speeds.
• Propulsion: 2 x Volvo Penta;Inboard;Diesel.
• Layout: sleeps up to 8; 2 headsfor added privacy underway.
• Capacities that support longer passages: 740 gal fueland264 gal water.
• Construction: hull in fiberglass construction; decks inFiberglass.
• A true motor yachtpositioned within the premiummotor yachtssegment.
• Professional representation by Shestakov Yacht Sales and broker Andrey Shestakov.

Technical Specifications

• Length overall (LOA): 55 ft (16.76 m)
• Beam: 17 ft (5.23 m)
• Draft (max): 12.85 ft (3.9166 m)
• Hull configuration: Planing
• Gross tonnage: 51
• Cruising speed: 26 kn (29.92 mph)
• Maximum speed: 30 kn (34.52 mph)
• Engines: 2 x Volvo Penta
• Engine type: Inboard
• Fuel type: Diesel
• Hull material: fiberglass construction
• Deck material: Fiberglass
• Accommodation: up to 8
• Heads: 2
• Fuel capacity: 740 gal
• Water capacity: 264 gal

Pricing and Ordering

For current pricing, availability, and to arrange viewings for the Palm Beach 55 Sedan, contact Andrey Shestakov at Shestakov Yacht Sales. We will align the specification to your brief, coordinate inspections and surveys, and manage the transaction through delivery.

Questions and Answers

Q: What type of yacht is the Palm Beach 55 Sedan? A:Type: amotor yachtwithin themotor yachtsclass, built on afiberglass hullplatform.

Q: What are the cruising and maximum speeds? A: Cruising speed: 26 kn (29.92 mph).Maximum speed: 30 kn (34.52 mph).

Q: How many guests can stay aboard and how many heads are there? A: Accommodation: up to 8.Heads: 2.

Q: What powers the yacht? A: Engines: 2 xVolvo Penta.Type:Inboard.Fuel:Diesel.

Q: What are the key capacities and dimensions? A: Fuel capacity: 740 gal.Water capacity: 264 gal.LOA: 55 ft (16.76 m).Beam: 17 ft (5.23 m).Draft (max): 12.85 ft (3.9166 m).Gross tonnage: 51.Hull configuration: Planing.

Owner Experience Review

Owners find the Palm Beach 55 SedanfromPALM BEACHto be a versatile family cruiser and a refined weekender for owner-operators. Common three-stateroom/two-head layouts are reported, with a spacious forward master featuring a centerline berth and a large en-suite head. Premium Burmese-teak joinery draws consistent praise, and the ability to choose between one to three staterooms and upper or lower galley helps tailor the boat to different cruising styles. The salon-to-cockpit flow works well for entertaining, and the tender garage is intended for a tender of around ten feet, supporting beach and harbor runs within that size limit.

Underway, reviewers have described the ride in 25–35-knot gusts as smooth and composed, more like a gently cantering horse than a slam, and handling at low speed is notably easy with Volvo Penta IPS and joystick controls. Published test numbers and listings reference a capable ~32–33-knot cruise and reported top speeds up to ~40 knots, varying with propulsion choice and loading. On the maintenance side, IPS/pod systems can be complex with higher repair costs and reliance on certified service after impacts, so some owners and brokers favor conventional shaft-prop setups for simplicity and ease of ownership. Engine-room access is generally reasonable on test boats, though one reviewer noted the port engine’s oil dipstick is awkwardly outboard. A 2024 incident also documented a Humphree control board failure after water intrusion, underscoring the importance of diligent inspection and leak prevention.

Pros and Cons

Pros:

• Smooth, confidence-inspiring ride in rough conditions, described by reviewers as more like a gentle canter than a slam.
• Excellent low-speed and harbor handling with Volvo Penta IPS and joystick controls.
• Flexible interior layouts with high-quality teak joinery and strong salon-to-cockpit flow for entertaining.

Cons:

• IPS/pod systems add complexity, higher repair costs, and reliance on certified technicians after impacts.
• A water-intrusion event fried a Humphree control board in 2024, highlighting vulnerability if leaks occur.
• Tender garage limits the tender to around ten feet, constraining tender size options.

Comparison with Other Models