A 40-metre Sunseeker joins the sales market
Burgess has announced SEA RAIDER V for sale at US$9.75 million, describing a 40-metre Sunseeker delivered in 2013. The yacht is part of the British builder's 131 series and has remained in private use under the same owner since delivery, according to the broker.
The announcement comes as Fort Lauderdale's autumn boat show approaches, with the brokerage planning to display the vessel. Physical access could help purchasers judge whether the yacht's size, performance and accommodation offer the right fit for their cruising plans.
A consistent ownership history may simplify the documentary trail, but it does not replace an independent assessment of current condition. The relevant evidence remains service records, surveys, machinery reports and a clear account of any upgrades or outstanding maintenance.
Interior flexibility and family use
The broker advertises accommodation for up to fourteen guests in six cabins, a relatively generous plan for the yacht's approximate length. A full-beam master suite is designed to provide a private retreat with broad views and abundant natural light.
Additional cabins create scope for extended family groups, yet the guest-certification limit must be confirmed with the applicable flag and operational documentation. A yacht's physical sleeping capacity is not always identical to the number permitted for a particular voyage.
Inside, the emphasis is on traditional luxury, with upholstered seating and warm finishes. Prospective buyers should examine storage, bathroom layouts and the practical relationship between the public rooms and crew working spaces.
Outdoor space as an everyday asset
SEA RAIDER V's exterior areas include an aft deck suited to dining and a sun deck with a jacuzzi, bar and several seating zones. These spaces are not simply decorative; they determine how comfortably a large guest party can use the yacht over a whole day.
Separate areas can accommodate competing preferences for conversation, sun, shade and quiet. It is worth inspecting the arrangement at different times of day and asking about overhead protection, handrails and safe routes when the boat is moving.
For owners who entertain often, service from galley to table is a practical consideration. A room can look impressive in marketing material but become awkward if crew must repeatedly cross guest circulation paths.
An energetic performance profile
Burgess reports two MTU 12V 4000 M93 engines rated at 3,181 horsepower each, with an advertised top speed of around twenty-two knots and a cruising speed around fifteen knots. Actual performance is affected by hull loading, machinery condition and sea conditions.
A relatively quick motor yacht offers a different ownership experience from a slow displacement explorer. Owners may value the ability to cover coastal distances efficiently, while accepting the operating cost and fuel considerations associated with higher speeds.
The published gross tonnage is 338 GT, giving context to the accommodation and deck volume. Buyers should request a full technical specification and assess the yacht against the places they actually intend to cruise.
The importance of a physical inspection
Burgess says SEA RAIDER V will be shown at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, creating an opportunity to review both guest spaces and technical installations. An appointment can also clarify what equipment will be included in any sale.
The yacht's 2013 delivery date means that maintenance history and life-cycle costs deserve close attention. Experienced buyers will commission their own specialists and understand the cost of ownership rather than rely on the suggestion that a vessel is immediately ready for use.
At a published asking price of $9.75 million, SEA RAIDER V presents an established Sunseeker platform with comparatively high performance and a six-cabin guest programme. Availability and every advertised particular should be reconfirmed before negotiations proceed.
