There are boats that represent an era, and others that manage to remain special long after that era has passed. This 1998 Princess V52 clearly belongs to the latter. Her proportions, long sports cockpit, Caterpillar power and the character of a large British open yacht convey a way of enjoying the Mediterranean that combines elegance, performance and genuine liveaboard cruising capability.

This particular yacht also has an especially important advantage: more than €50,000 has been invested in maintenance and upgrades, with invoices available, including the removal and reconditioning of the Caterpillar engines. Rather than focusing on creating a superficially new appearance, the work carried out has concentrated on restoring reliability and confidence in the yacht’s key systems. This makes her a particularly interesting option for anyone who appreciates the character of a classic Princess and wants to know exactly what has been done in terms of maintenance.

Princess V52

Built in 1998, this Princess V52 belongs to a particularly distinctive generation of Princess Yachts, when large open sports yachts combined deep-V hulls, traditional shaft drives and interiors designed for comfortable family cruising.

This yacht is powered by two Caterpillar engines with shaft drive transmission. The engines have been removed and reconditioned as part of an extensive maintenance programme, forming part of a documented investment exceeding €50,000.

Her layout includes a master cabin and two additional double cabins, two bathrooms, saloon, galley and generous exterior areas. She also features Raymarine electronics, generator, Cruisair air conditioning and a configuration particularly suited to anyone looking for a substantial open yacht with classic character and significant mechanical upgrading already completed.

Technical specifications

Builder: Princess Yachts
Model: V52
Year: 1998
Type: Sports yacht / Open
Hull material: GRP
Fuel: Diesel

Engines and manoeuvring

Engines: 2 × Caterpillar
Fuel: Diesel
Transmission: Shaft drive
Engines removed and reconditioned as part of the maintenance programme
Engine controls
Trim tabs
Twin-propeller / traditional shaft-drive configuration

Electronics and navigation

Raymarine electronics
GPS / Chartplotter
Radar depending on configuration
Autopilot depending on configuration
Depth sounder
VHF radio
Compass
Engine instrumentation
Anchoring and positioning
Electric windlass
Anchor
Anchor chain
Anchor locker
Anchoring equipment
Mooring lines
Fenders

Electrical system

Generator
Shore power connection
Battery charger
Domestic battery banks
Engine starting batteries
Onboard electrical system
Hot water system
Cruisair air conditioning
Bilge pumps
Interior lighting
Exterior lighting
Exterior and deck
Large sports cockpit

Exterior seating area

Exterior table
Sunbathing area
Bathing platform
Swimming ladder
Exterior shower
Side decks
Electric windlass
Covers / canvas according to inventory

Specific equipment

Generator
Cruisair air conditioning
Raymarine electronics
Shaft-drive transmission
Caterpillar engines removed and reconditioned
Documented investment exceeding €50,000 in maintenance and upgrades
Invoices available

Interior and accommodation

Saloon
Main saloon
Sofa seating area
Saloon table
Cruisair air conditioning
Wood cabinetry
Interior lighting
Storage spaces
Galley
Fully equipped galley
Refrigerator

Cooking area

Sink
Hot water
Worktop
Cupboards and storage

Cabins and accommodation

3 cabins
Master cabin
2 additional double cabins
Wardrobes
Storage spaces
Air conditioning
Lighting
Bathrooms
2 complete bathrooms
Toilets
Washbasins
Showers
Hot water
Storage spaces

Comfort and additional equipment

Cruisair air conditioning
Hot water system
Generator
Shore power connection
Raymarine electronics
Three cabins
Two bathrooms
Main saloon
Fully equipped galley
Large exterior cockpit
Bathing platform
Sunbathing area

Maintenance and upgrades

More than €50,000 invested in maintenance and upgrades
Invoices available
Caterpillar engines removed, maintenance and paint.
Engines reconditioned as part of the maintenance programme
Extensive inspection and servicing of mechanical systems
Documented upgrading and maintenance work
Why this yacht stands out

What makes this Princess V52 particularly interesting is not simply the appeal of a large classic sports yacht, but the investment made in updating areas that, on a yacht of this age, are considerably more important than any superficial cosmetic improvement.

The removal and reconditioning of the engines, the availability of invoices and an investment exceeding €50,000 provide especially valuable documentation when comparing yachts of the same generation. Added to this are three cabins, two bathrooms, generator, air conditioning and an exterior layout that retains the unmistakable essence of Princess’ large open sports yachts.

Fontnautic opinion

At Fontnautic, we believe a Princess V52 from the late 1990s should not be judged by trying to turn it into a modern yacht. Its appeal lies precisely elsewhere: construction quality, presence, shaft-drive navigation and a sporting design that still has real personality decades later.

On this particular yacht, the aspect we value most is the technical work that has been carried out. When the engines have been removed and reconditioned and there is substantial investment supported by invoices, the buyer has access to information and traceability that cannot simply be replaced by an immaculate cosmetic appearance.

For anyone looking for a large classic open yacht, with genuine Princess character and substantial upgrading already completed, we believe this V52 deserves serious consideration.

Information and viewing
If you would like further information about this 1998 Princess V52 for sale, review its documentation, receive the complete documentation package or arrange a viewing, just contact us!