Yacht for Sale Description:
The flagship of Grand Banks' Eastbay line, the 55SX makes waves with its large staterooms, impeccable quality and powerful engines. As a luxury cruiser it can reach speeds topping 30 knots but its design also encourages taking it slow with luxurious accommodations and large social decks. Using the newest in hull designs from Ray Hunt Associates this yacht is built to perform with tight handling and uncompromising balance, so you can be comfortable in even rough seas. Step aboard the biggest and best of the Eastbay series and see how Grand Banks has created a masterpiece.
The cockpit is a space that you will want to spend time in. There are two lounges, one facing aft and another facing front that share a large deck space between them. Grand Banks' use of wood is beautiful here, and you may feel like going barefoot to feel the smooth deck boards. Going at full throttle and a speed of thirty knots you can feel the wind and spray. There is plenty of room for a table and chairs or you can use the built-in seating. Access to the large lazaretto is through three gas-assist hatches.
Inside the salon teak interiors please the eye, and a large U-shaped settee provides seating around a custom table. There is a barrel chair behind the helm and another bench seat across to port. Improvements over the 54SX include larger windows and over three feet of extra space inside that is afforded by extending the deckhouse. There is a helm seat that faces an array of electronics, and a large wood wheel that feels nice in your hands. In the salon there is a pop-up TV, mini bar and plenty of storage. For fresh air open the optional sunroof with a button or open the aft facing window to socialize with the outside cockpit.
Sleeping onboard is a treat, with one of the largest master staterooms available in this class. There is a queen-sized berth, plenty of storage and a private en suite with a full sized shower. Guests can relax in the large VIP stateroom which has twin berths and a guest head across the hall. Additional amenities include a closer with a freezer and laundry units. There are several options for the deck plan which can add a third stateroom or change the arrangement of the two berth design. After a day of cruising you will be wrapped in comfort in any of the staterooms.
The Grand Banks 55SX is at once a boat that straddles two fences and in the process redefines itself as something new. Picture an elegant styled boat that also reaches quick speeds above thirty knots. Inside you'll find the signature use of teak and custom furniture that Grand Banks is known for. Underneath a well designed hull and twin 1,015 hp engines keep land within quick reach in case weather threatens or timelines change. You can turn heads in the marina or take a turn at the helm and feel the joy of controlling this thirty-two ton yacht. Inside or out she is beautiful and underneath she is a boat that shrugs off rough seas and second looks.