LADY SANDALS - FeadShip FOR SALE

The celebrated 131' (40m) Feadship LADY SANDALS is now on the market. Delivered in 1985 as GALLANT LADY, this classic Feadship superyacht presents a rare opportunity to steward an enduring icon of luxury yachting.

LADY SANDALS pairs a steel hull with an aluminum superstructure and is propelled by twin Caterpillar 3512 DITA engines, a proven package for bluewater cruising. This timeless motor yacht accommodates eight guests in four staterooms and carries up to 7 crew, ensuring effortless passages and a serene, indulgent experience aboard a true pedigree displacement yacht.

Machinery

Engineered for dependable blue-water performance, the yacht is powered by two Caterpillar 3512 DITA main engines with a top-end completed in 2021, showing Port – 11,386 hours (Mar 2025) and Starboard – 11,711 hours (Mar 2025). Power is transmitted through robust Reintjes gear boxes, while onboard generation is handled by two 90 kW Caterpillar 3304 gensets, both rebuilt, with Port – 3,869 hours (Mar 2025) and Starboard – 3,861 hours (Mar 2025). The vessel’s electrical backbone is a 120/208V AC, three-phase, 60-cycle system supported by an ASea shore power converter for seamless global connectivity. Precision low-speed control comes via a Schottel 33 kW two‑speed, reversible electric bow thruster, and comfort underway is assured by Vosper stabilizers (underway). Climate control is delivered by Aqua Marine chillers installed new in 2023, with fresh water autonomy enhanced by Sea Recovery water makers rated at 1800 GPD. Waste handling is managed by the Head Hunter MSD, deck operations are supported by a MarQuipt davit (serviced 2025), and critical redundancy includes diesel-driven emergency fire and emergency bilge pumps.

General

A twin screw motor yacht flying the Cayman Islands flag, this vessel measures 342 GT and was built in 1985 by Feadship, De Vries. Her timeless exterior is by De Voogt, with an interior conceived by Paola D. Smith, all set within a proven steel hull and aluminum superstructure for enduring strength and elegance.

Electronics

The bridge is comprehensively outfitted for confident navigation and communication, featuring an Anschutz Pilotstar D autopilot paired with an Anschutz gyro compass for unwavering heading control. Positioning is delivered by a Furuno GP-37 GPS complemented by Garmin, while Nobeltec TIMEZERO (added 2024) provides modern routing and situational awareness. Long-range detection comes from two Furuno FAR 2827 96-mile ARPA/radars, with subsurface detail from the Furuno FCV 582L color sounder and full traffic oversight via Furuno AIS. Communications are assured through two Icom IC M120 VHF units and a Furuno FS 1562 15 single sideband radio, with weather intelligence supplied by a Furuno Fax 108 weather facsimile and coastal broadcasts via a Furuno NX-300 Navtex. Global reach is enabled by two Nera Mini M world phones and JRC Inmarsat C, while entertainment is delivered by Sea Tel 4942 satellite television. For elevated vantage operations, a Garmin plotter is installed at the crow’s nest, and maintenance discipline is streamlined through the Sea Hub planned maintenance system.

Tenders

Dedicated to effortless exploration, the yacht carries a 17' Novurania tender powered by a 115 hp Honda with 97 hours, complemented by a Sea-Doo jetski showing 20 hours, ensuring swift transfers, watersports, and shore access with style and ease.

Overview

Preliminary Listing – new photography coming soon. LADY SANDALS is a magnificent 40.07-meter (131’6") luxury motor yacht crafted by the esteemed Feadship shipyard in the Netherlands in 1985. Her elegant exterior by De Voogt Naval Architects and sophisticated interior by Paola D. Smith & Associates were elevated by a major refit in 2007, preserving classic pedigree while integrating modern amenities. A robust steel hull and graceful aluminum superstructure, paired with teak decks, underscore her timeless stature. Twin Caterpillar 3512-TA diesels, each delivering 1,165 hp, provide confident performance with a comfortable 14-knot cruise and a 16-knot top speed. With a fuel capacity of 39,570 liters, she offers a range up to 3,743 nautical miles, and carries approximately 9,760 liters of fresh water for extended autonomy. Accommodations for up to 8 guests in four opulent suites and quarters for up to 7 crew ensure a private, pampered experience defined by seamless service. Currently in Fort Lauderdale, FL, LADY SANDALS is available for viewings by appointment. The vessel is not available to U.S. residents while in U.S. waters.