Vivace - LINSSEN FOR SALE

The 2001 Linssen DS 45 “Vivace” is a distinguished Dutch-built motor yacht that artfully blends advanced engineering with enduring style and first-class craftsmanship. Conceived by renowned naval architect Don Shead, this deck-saloon luxury cruiser is driven by twin 480 hp Volvo TAMD-74H diesels with approximately 900 hours, delivering confident, quiet, and efficient performance offshore while remaining perfectly at home on inland waterways. Linssen’s signature hydraulic mast-lowering system and a clever hydraulic folding teak transom expand the cockpit for effortless entertaining, while wide walkaround decks and a teak-clad cockpit underscore her seakeeping poise and premium build.

Inside, the two-stateroom, two-head arrangement showcases rich cherry joinery, teak-and-holly soles, and a bright, elevated deck salon with an inside helm and sweeping visibility. A comfortable lower lounge and a fully equipped galley create a refined setting for extended cruising or a stylish liveaboard lifestyle. Dockside handling is simplified by a bow thruster, and the helm is outfitted with Garmin GPS and radar, wind instruments, and a Simrad autopilot, backed by an Onan 9 kW generator in a sound shield for serene power underway or at anchor. With a 550-gallon fuel capacity, this coastal cruiser offers impressive range, matching capability with elegance in a compact, easy-to-manage footprint.

Lying in Fort Myers, Florida, “Vivace” represents European quality seldom seen in this size class—a true pilothouse motor yacht and deck-saloon cruiser that rewards discerning owners with timeless aesthetics, thoughtful innovations, and the confidence to roam in comfort.

Accommodations

Step aboard to a deck salon designed for effortless command and relaxed conversation, where a port-side helm station enjoys excellent visibility beneath a hydraulically actuated convertible canvas top. To starboard, an inviting L‑shaped Ultraleather settee with table anchors the space, complemented by real cherry wood cabinetry, a teak-and-holly sole, a stereo system, and dedicated air conditioning with its own digital control. A lockable companionway door leads below, while a wet bar tucked just behind the helm seat adds hospitality with a stainless steel sink, an insulated refrigerator, and practical storage drawers.

In the lower salon, a large U‑shaped Ultraleather lounge to starboard frames a proper dinette table opposite the electrical panel, with premium entertainment delivered by a Vizio flat‑screen TV and a stereo system with speakers. Unique curved doors, overhead lighting, and a handsome teak holding rail lend yacht‑finish detail, while hatches with screens, windows, and opening portholes with shades bathe the area in adjustable natural light. Beautiful cherry wood cabinetry throughout underscores the craftsmanship, and this space, too, benefits from air conditioning with digital control.

The galley, arranged L‑shaped to port, is equally capable and stylish, featuring a four‑burner electric cooktop, a refrigerator with freezer, a Panasonic microwave, and a stainless steel double sink set into a Corian countertop. Abundant stowage in under‑counter and overhead cherry cabinets keeps provisions and cookware neatly organized and within easy reach.

Forward, the bow master stateroom centers on a large island queen berth, served by a wardrobe locker, opening portlights with shades, and its own digital A/C control. Entertainment comes via a Vizio flat‑screen TV and a stereo system, while a large overhead opening hatch fitted with Oceanair screen and shade ushers in fresh air and star‑lit views at anchor.

The starboard master ensuite head is finished for comfort and convenience with an electric flush head, an opening port light and vent, a mirrored medicine locker, overhead lighting, a stainless steel sink with faucet, and a storage locker beneath the basin. Guests are perfectly accommodated to port, where a dedicated stateroom offers dual bunks, a wardrobe locker, opening portlights with shades, additional drawer storage under the lower berth, and overhead lighting. The adjacent port guest head, with dual access, includes an enclosed stall shower with hot/cold wand, an electric flush head, an opening port light and vent, a mirrored medicine locker, overhead lighting, and a stainless steel sink with faucet over a practical under‑sink storage locker.

Electronics and helm details

From the double helm seat with a convertible backrest, the skipper commands a comprehensive suite of navigation and control systems that blend precision with redundancy. Communications are handled by a Garmin Marine VHF Command Mic, while critical data is presented on a Garmin GNX20 instrument display and a Garmin GPSmap 6212 touchscreen GPS/chart system. Situational awareness is enhanced by a Raytheon RL70C color radar display paired with a Raytheon dome radar, and course‑keeping is effortless via a Simrad Robertson AP20 autopilot. True wind intelligence arrives through a Simrad IS20 Wind with both digital and analog display, with traditional heading reference provided by a Ritchie compass.

Night operations benefit from an ACR spotlight control along with a secondary spotlight control, and precise low‑speed maneuvering comes courtesy of a bow thruster joystick control. Performance trim is dialed in with dedicated trim tab controls and matching trim tab indicators, all under the confidence‑inspiring feel of Sea Star hydraulic tilt steering. Power management at the helm is completed by Volvo electronic binnacle controls, delivering smooth, responsive propulsion command.

Electrical

Power autonomy and seamless switchover are assured by an Onan 9 kW generator housed in a soundproof enclosure, currently showing 1510 hours, paired to shore with a 50‑amp shore power cable and backed by an automatic shore‑power‑to‑generator safety switching system. All ship’s distribution is clearly organized at the AC/DC panel located in the lower salon, placing critical electrical management right where it’s most convenient.

Deck

Purposeful hardware lines the foredeck, beginning with a Simpson‑Lowrance windlass with convenient foot controls feeding a ready anchor and served by a bow rail opening for direct access from the foredeck. Confidence comes from heavy‑duty bow railing, stainless steel vents, and robust windshield frames, while heavy‑duty custom cleats—two at the bow, four spring amidships, and two aft—make fast work of any docking plan. Linssen heavy‑duty windows, stainless steel grab rails on the bow deck, and stainless steel bow line chocks complete the secure, seagoing specification.

Aft, the teak‑lined cockpit with teak cap rail welcomes lounging and line handling alike, accessed through a transom door and refreshed by a hot‑and‑cold outside shower. Smart cockpit seating hides generous storage beneath, the mast raises and lowers hydraulically, and a cockpit washdown keeps decks shipshape. A large, finely finished entrance door opens to the helm, while the swim platform and swim ladder invite the water. Service access is straightforward via a hatch to the engine room, and the hydraulically operated transom transforms for tailgate or dinghy access. Stainless steel stern line chocks, stainless steel cleats, and mast‑mounted spreader lights round out a cockpit engineered for both enjoyment and utility.

Engine and mechanical details

Underway, the yacht’s mechanical backbone inspires confidence, beginning with Bennett trim tabs for optimal running attitude and the comfort of three dedicated AC units serving the interior climates. Fuel is managed cleanly via a fuel tank equalizer and Racor fuel filters, while the generator exhaust/water separator keeps operation civilized. Reliability offshore is further assured by engine sea strainers and AC filter/strainers, robust bilge pumps, dripless shaft seals, and a fully automatic Halon fire‑suppression system. Engine room blowers aid ventilation, and the freshwater‑cooled engines deliver enduring performance with simplified maintenance.