Overview
SISISI is a classic motor yacht built by Cantiere Navale St. Margherita Ligure in 1985, offering rare pedigree, long-range capability, and remarkable ownership continuity. With a single family ownership spanning 40 years and never chartered, she has been carefully maintained, extensively refitted, and continuously upgraded to preserve her condition and authenticity. Powered by efficient Gardner diesel engines, she delivers exceptionally low consumption and transatlantic range, making her a true gentleman's cruising yacht with enduring appeal.
Highlights
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ModelMotor Yacht
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Year1985
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LOA97 ft - 29.57 meter
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Beam20 ft 8 in - 6.3 meter
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Draft - max8 ft - 2.44 meter
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Engine Hours18609
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Number of Rooms6
Basic Information
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CategoryPower
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ConditionUsed
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LocationSavannah, GA, US
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Vessel NameSISISI
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Boat TypeMotor Yacht
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Hull MaterialSteel
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Designer:CN Spertini Alalunga
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Flag of RegistryUS
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Available for sale in U.S. watersYes
Dimensions & Weight
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Length97 ft - 29.57 meter
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LOA:97 ft - 29.57 meter
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Beam:20 ft 8 in - 6.3 meter
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Draft - max:8 ft - 2.44 meter
Engine
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Model:Gardner
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Engine(s):2
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Hours:18609
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Cruise Speed:13 MPH
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Range:3452 MI
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Fuel Type:Diesel
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Max Speed:14 MPH
Tank Capacities
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Fuel Tank:5283 gallons - 1 tank(s)
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Fresh Water Tank:1849 gallons - 1 tank(s)
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Holding Tank:400 gallons - 1 tank(s)
Accommodations
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Total Cabins:6
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Total Heads:6
Descriptions
SISISI's exterior design is defined by her iconic canoe stern and large fantail aft deck, providing expansive outdoor living space ideal for relaxed cruising and entertaining. A spacious sundeck offers additional lounging and social areas, while her open flybridge layout enhances visibility and onboard enjoyment. Her classic profile and traditional proportions give her a distinctive presence rarely seen in modern yachts.
Powered by twin Gardner diesel engines, recently professionally overhauled, SISISI is renowned for her efficiency, consuming approximately 1.5 gallons per mile and offering impressive long-range capability with large fuel capacity. Her engineering systems have been continuously maintained and upgraded, including rebuilt transmissions, electrical systems, and structural upkeep.
Her interior features warm walnut burl finishes throughout, reflecting classic yacht craftsmanship and traditional elegance. She accommodates eight guests in a flexible four-cabin layout, including two master cabins, offering a rare level of comfort and privacy for a yacht of her era. The interior spaces are well proportioned, combining character and practicality, and have been carefully preserved through decades of attentive ownership.
Key Features
- Classic 1985 CNSM motor yacht with timeless Italian design
- Twin Gardner 8L3B diesel engines - range of 3,000 nm
- Steel hull with a Canoe stern and fantail aft deck
- Teak decks throughout
- Walnut burl interior
- Accommodation for 10 guests in 4 ensuite staterooms; including 2 Master staterooms
- Single owner; never chartered
Machinery
- Main Engines
- Twin Gardner 8L3B diesel engines, 230 bhp (171.5 kW) each @ 1,150 rpm, naturally aspirated, 8-cylinder, 24.1 L swept volume
- Engine Hours (June 2026): Port - 18,609 hours | Starboard - 18,607 hours
- Engine Controls: Morse twin-lever at helm; fly-bridge secondary station; ZF controls
- Propulsion & Steering
- Shafts:2 x fixed shafts
- Propellers:2 x fixed pitch propellers, bronze
- Gear Boxes: Gardner 3UC reversing and reducing gearboxes (confirmed type for 8L3B installations); Twin Disc transmissions
- Steering System: Hydraulic, twin-station (Bridge / Fly Bridge)
- Stabilizers: Vosper/Quantum Controls anti-roll system
- Engine Ventilation: Forced-air ventilation to engine room
Generators & Auxiliary Systems
- Generators
- 2 x diesel generators:
- 1 x John Deere 4039, 37 kW
- 1 x Northern Lights LX-E, 50 kW
- Generator Hours (June 2026): John Deere 4039: 4,807 hours | Northern Lights LX-E: 3,463 hours
- Generator Fuel Consumption: 1.3 gal/h
- 2 x diesel generators:
- Shore Power & Electrical
- Shore Power: 2 x 50 amp (also/100 amp), single phase / split-phase
- Power output: 50/100 kW, single-phase
- Batteries & UPS: 2 main battery banks / 12 total + 2 x emergency batteries
- Shore Power: 2 x 50 amp (also/100 amp), single phase / split-phase
Tank Capacities
- Gross Tonnage: 130 GT
- Net Tonnage: 39 NT
- Fuel Capacity:20,000 L (approx. 5,283 gal)
- Fresh Water Capacity: 7,000 L (approx. 1,849 gal)
- Black Water/Grey Water: 400 gal
- Combined grey/black water capacity
- Water Makers: Offshore Marine Labs, approx. 2 gal/h
Ancillary Equipment
- Climate Control
- Air Conditioning: 2 x Aquaair chillers, 14 x air handlers
- A/C Sea Water Pumps: Oberdorfer
- Circulation Pumps: Oberdorfer
- Air Compressor: Rigid
- Fresh Water Systems
- Fresh Water Purification: WetSpot UV, 2 filters
- Fresh Water Filters
- Fresh Water Heaters: 2 x 50 gal each
- Fresh Water Maker: Offshore Marine Labs
- Fuel Systems
- Fuel Filters:Parker Racor
- Fuel Separator:Parker Racor
- Rudder Angle Indicator: Simrad
- Fuel Transfer Pumps
- Bilge & Sewage Systems
- Fire/Bilge Pump
- Clean Oil Pump: Manual/electric pump
- Dirty Oil Pump: Manual/electric pump
- Sewage Treatment System: Hamann MSD (2020)
- Toilet System: Headhunter Mach 5
- Sewage Treatment:Hamann, 400 US gal
Safety & Fire Fighting
- Lifesaving
- 22 x Lifejackets
- 2 x liferafts (10-person and 8-person)
- Fire fighting
- Fixed: CO2 / FM200 fixed fire suppression, engine room; Fireboy
- Mobile: Portable extinguishers throughout, 16 total
Communication Equipment
- VHF System: Garmin
- Intercom System
- Internet: Starlink
Navigation Equipmnt
- Radar: 2 x Furuno
- Magnetic Compass: Simrad
- GYRO Compass
- Auto Pilot: Simrad
- Echosounder: Furuno
- Cartography System: TimeZero
- GPS: Garmin AIS
- Displays: Navetron
- AIS: TimeZero
- Chart Plotter: TimeZero
- Navtex
- Wind Instruments: Raymarine
Deck Equipment
- 2 x Anchors
- Anchor Chains: 2 x 100 m each
- 2 x Electric Windlasses (bow/aft)
- 2 x Capstans (bow/aft)
- Passarelle: Fitted, aft deck
- Side Boarding Ladder: Stainless steel side ladder, articulating steps
- 2 x Boat Crane/Davits
- Spotlights: Fitted; ACR
Tender
- Novurania 430DL with Yamaha 70 HP outboard (approx. 121 hours)
Audio / Visual Entertainment
- 70" Samsung TV
- Surround sound system
- DirecTV satellite
Office Equipment
- Computers: HP
- Copier/Printer: HP
Galley & Domestic Equipment
- Cooking Equipment: Frigidaire; Electric range
- Oven: Whirpool
- Refrigeration/Freezer: 2 x Sub-Zero refrigerator/freezer units
- Dishwasher: Miele
- Wine Cellar
- Laundry: Stacked Electrolux front-loader washer/dryer
Accommodation & Walkthrough
Accommodation for up to 10 guests in 4 ensuite staterooms; and up to 4 crew in separate crew quarters, as follows:
- Main Deck
- Main Salon
- Dining Area
- Galley
- Wheelhouse
- 1 x VIP Stateroom
- Lower Deck
- Master Cabin - Aft
- 2 x Guest Staterooms - Midship
- Crew Quarters (Lower Deck Forward)
- Captain's Cabin
- 1 x Crew Cabin
Interior Walkthrough
Main Deck
- Main Salon & Dining
- The main salon features walnut burl wood paneling throughout, consistent with the vessel's 1985 construction. A wraparound sectional runs along the port side, with a built-in wine cooler positioned nearby. A flatscreen television is mounted aft within the burl wood cabinetry. Forward of the seating area, an oval dining table seats six. Starboard aft is a private stairwell that leads to the lower deck Master cabin.The enclosed pilot house is a half level up and just forward of the galley. It has a complete array of communication and navigation electronics and a day bed. Just above is an open flybridge steering station with radar arch above.
- Galley
- The galley includes stainless steel sinks, an induction cooktop, built-in oven, and dishwasher, with a watertight door port side.
- Wheelhouse
- Situated half a level above and forward of the galley, the enclosed pilot house features a comprehensive suite of navigation and communication electronics, adjustable helm chair, and built-in settee. Directly above, the open flybridge offers a secondary steering station equipped with a radar arch.
- VIP Guest Cabin (Additional Master)
- The VIP stateroom is forward, with a centerline bed, upholstered ceiling panels, and burl wood paneling. The cabin includes a built-in desk with bookshelf and an en-suite.
Lower Deck
- Master Cabin
- Accessed via the private stairwell from the main salon, the master stateroom includes a centerline bed flanked by built-in bookshelves and reading lamps, with burl wood cabinetry and storage throughout. The en-suite head includes a double-sink marble vanity, mirrored storage, and a separate shower.
- Twin Cabins (2)
- Accessed via the forward stairwell from the main deck, the two twin guest cabins have double single berths, a pullman berth, and ensuite.
Crew Quarters (Lower deck forward)
- Crew mess includes a dinette, kitchenette, and a stacked washer/dryer.
- Captain's cabin with double berth and ensuite.
- 1 x Crew cabin with twin single berths and ensuite.
Broker's Remarks
The captain is willing to remain onboard to assist with a smooth transition to the new owner, if requested.
Disclaimer
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
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