SHALIMAR - Benetti FOR SALE

SHALIMAR is a rare proposition in the current 110–120-foot superyacht segment. This 118-foot Benetti tri-deck luxury motor yacht carries 268 GT of volume and delivers a five-stateroom layout with an on-deck owner’s suite, a bona fide skylounge, and expansive alfresco zones—an arrangement that remains aligned with contemporary cruising lifestyles.

What truly reframes the discussion is her machinery space. Re-powered with twin Caterpillar C32B engines, she benefits from a modern, globally supported propulsion package that alleviates headaches tied to older high-horsepower systems in this class. Parts availability, service coverage, and long-term confidence are markedly enhanced by the worldwide Cat dealer network. She retains her KaMeWa waterjet drive—an important distinction. With a shallow draft of roughly 5’6”, SHALIMAR slips into the Bahamas, the Exumas, and shallow-water Caribbean anchorages that many comparable 110–120-foot yachts drawing 6’6”–7’ cannot approach with the same assurance.

You gain tri-deck scale, Caterpillar power, and jet propulsion that unlocks shallow-water freedom, complemented by a 2019–2021 cosmetic refit and the gravitas of 268 GT, all positioned as compelling value under $4M. This is not merely another mid-1990s yacht on original engines; it is a proven Benetti platform thoughtfully updated and sensibly priced for today’s market.

NOT FOR SALE TO U.S. RESIDENTS WHILE IN U.S. WATERS.

Engine room

The engine room is anchored by two CAT C-32B 2400 hp powerplants, newly installed and backed by a two-year warranty for confident, long-range capability. Power is delivered through two ZF transmissions with a 2.7:1 ratio, optimizing torque and efficiency across the rev range. Electrical demands are supported by two Northern Lights 50 kW three-phase generators, ensuring robust, redundant onboard power. Endurance is enhanced by two Matrix watermakers (2400 gpd), while steady freshwater pressure throughout the vessel is maintained by two Headhunter Mach 5 potable water pumps.

Lazarette

Within the lazarette, an Atlas Shore Power converter anchors a robust electrical backbone, complemented by Wards Marine 480-volt, 100-amp galvanic isolators and dedicated shore power breakers that ensure clean, safeguarded input. Machinery support is equally comprehensive, with two KaMeWa hydraulic power packs poised for dependable performance and a fully engineered ventilation system maintaining optimal ambient conditions. Practicality meets safety with a neatly integrated passerelle trunk for seamless deployment and an engine room fixed fire suppression system providing vigilant protection.

Hull & deck

Engineered for confident performance and effortless handling, the hull and deck are driven by two KaMeWa jet drives and steadied by Naiad stabilizers. Forward, two Sanguineti vertical windlasses command the ground tackle with authority, supported by a freshwater washdown in the anchor locker. Precise maneuvering is assured by a Hydro Marine bow thruster, while two aft electric deck capstans streamline line handling dockside. A hydraulic davit with a 2,200-pound capacity services tenders secured on removable chocks, and boarding is simplified via aft doors to port and starboard. High-pressure deck wash systems keep every surface meticulously clean and ready for action.

Navigation & communication

Command your passage with SeaTel SAT TV and a Magnavox SATCOM system, complemented by a Furuno SSB radio and two Sailor VHF units for clear ship-to-shore communication. Situational awareness is assured with two Furuno radar units offering 24 mi and 72 mi coverage, while a Plath Autopilot and a B&G HS921 display provide precise control and data at a glance. Positioning is anchored by a Trimble NavTrac GPS, and searchlight controls stand ready for confident night operations.

Entertainment systems

In all staterooms, Samsung LCD TVs are paired with Bose surround sound for immersive viewing, while the salon features a dedicated Bose surround sound system that fills the space with rich, cinematic audio.

Galley & laundry equipment

The galley is outfitted with a comprehensive suite of Miele appliances, featuring a Miele oven, a Miele convection oven, and a Miele microwave, complemented by a Miele five-burner electric glass cooktop. Cold storage is abundant with three Miele stainless steel refrigerators and two Miele stainless steel freezers, while cleanup is handled by a Hobart dishwasher. Entertaining flows seamlessly thanks to a Sub Zero ice maker and refrigerator at the flybridge bar and a Sub Zero refrigerator on the aft deck.

Fire/safety equipment

Safety aboard is uncompromising, with a Rescue SART and EPIRB complemented by a full flare kit, twenty-six life vests and four throw rings, as well as a man-overboard smoke signal and a rocket line thrower for rapid response. Two Type II U.S. Coast Guard approved canister life rafts stand ready for deployment, while comprehensive CCTV cameras and smoke detectors throughout provide vigilant monitoring. An emergency bilge manifold with five pickups and an emergency bilge/fire pump add robust redundancy to the yacht’s damage-control capabilities.

Refit 2019–2021

Between 2019 and 2021, the yacht underwent a comprehensive refit that saw the hull and superstructure completely repainted, the bottom freshly coated, and all-new teak decking laid, complemented by a new cap rail along the port and starboard sides. Inside, new interior soft goods and all-new carpeting were installed, stained or clouded woodwork was repaired or replaced, and new headliners were fitted throughout, while new LED lighting enhanced both the interior and exterior. The vessel received new closed-circuit security cameras with an updated operating system, and the technical spaces were meticulously repainted and polished. An Atlas converter was completely rebuilt, the engines were repainted, then inspected and serviced as necessary, and the plumbing was updated with a replaced blackwater tank and all toilets rebuilt. Efficiency and climate control were further advanced with all-new chilled-water piping insulation and four new chillers.

Refit 2016

In 2016, the yacht underwent a comprehensive refit that elevated performance, reliability, and onboard comfort. The bottom was painted; a new discharge pump was installed for the aft grey water tank; a new mechanical seal was fitted on the port main engine shaft; the galley refrigeration system was serviced; new compressors were added for control air and ship service air; a new transfer pump was installed for the sludge tank; the engine room aft bilge suction piping was replaced; the aft sea chest manifold and valves were renewed; and a new low-pressure supply pump was fitted for the watermaker. The stabilizers received extensive attention, with fins removed and seals replaced, new hydraulic cylinders installed, and new hydraulic hoses throughout. The air conditioning plant was optimized with chilled water supply lines chemically cleaned, a new circulation pump with impeller and seals, a new air-conditioning unit installed in the crew mess, and re-insulated chilled water lines. The port generator benefited from a new starter motor and a new exhaust muffler. On the starboard main engine, new exhaust manifold O-rings and a sealing ring were fitted, the plate cooler was serviced, and new seawater supply lines were installed, while the port main engine received a new starter motor and a new speed sensor. The KaMeWa system was refreshed with new hydraulic hoses, new hydraulic cylinders for the buckets, and new hydraulic PTOs installed on the port and starboard engines.

Refit 2015

In 2015, the yacht underwent a comprehensive refit that included the installation of a new exhaust system; the removal and resealing of all thru-hulls; full servicing of the KaMeWa jet drives with hydraulic seals replaced; renewal of all zincs; soda-blasting of the bottom and jet drives; application of fresh antifouling bottom paint; a top-end overhaul on the port and starboard main engines, including, but not limited to, cylinder heads, cylinder sleeves, valve seats, and guides; servicing of the port and starboard generators; and the fitting of a new air compressor with receiver tank.

Disclaimer

The details of this yacht are presented in good faith; however, the accuracy of this information cannot be guaranteed, nor can the condition of the boat be warranted. This yacht for sale is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal from the market without notice. Offered as a convenience by the yacht broker to its clients, this information is not intended to convey direct representation of a specific yacht for sale.