2008 Riviera 47 Open Flybridge Series II

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53′ 1″ (16.18 m) REVIERA 47 Open Flybridge Series II

SANCTUARY is a beautiful turn-key 47 RIVIERA 2008 Sportfishing Boat (measuring 53’) Generation 2 Edition is well equipped, and powered by twin Caterpillar C12 ACERT engines, ensuring powerful and reliable performance on the water. The expansive 130-square-foot cockpit provides ample space for various activities, from fishing to relaxation. Updated electronics and engines serviced.

For elevated comfort, the bridge features seating for ten, offering a social and panoramic experience while underway. Inside, the Cherrywood interior adds a touch of elegance and warmth to the living spaces, creating an inviting atmosphere for guests.

Notable upgrades in this edition include additional fuel capacity, ensuring extended cruising range, and upgraded Garmin electronics for open water navigation. The inclusion of Side Scan Sonar enhances underwater visibility, while practical features such as a davit and tender cradles contribute to the ability to anchor out.

The vessel is also equipped with Stainless Steel West Coast Rails for durability and safety. A Cockpit Bait Tank caters to fishing enthusiasts, and the Izen Glass Bridge Enclosure provides protection from the elements while maintaining visibility.

The addition of a Bow Thruster enhances maneuverability, and a Swim Platform adds versatility to water-based activities. The Starlink feature adds a touch of modern connectivity to this already feature-rich vessel, making the Generation 2 Edition a comprehensive and sophisticated choice for yachting enthusiasts.

Highlights & Service

• Entire boat compounded and waxed
• Fresh bottom job and paint
• Main engines top-end service
• Newer Electronics 
• Starlink
• RIB Tender & custom Chocks
• Spare Props
• Trash compactor
• Extra 264-gallon Forward Fuel Tank
• Davit on bow
• Bowthruster

Accommodations

The Riviera 47 Series II, renowned for its performance, skillfully bridges the gap between a formidable fishing vessel and a luxurious family cruiser. Distinguishing itself by fit and finish, offering three private staterooms, a rarity in its size category, this model, introduced in 2005, boasts several enhancements.

The Series II presents a redesigned interior featuring a significantly larger salon, a queen-sized bed in the master stateroom, underwater exhausts, and prop pockets. This innovation underscores Riviera's commitment to continuous improvement and cutting-edge design in its 30-year legacy of crafting Flybridge Convertible cruisers.

Maintaining Riviera's signature blend of sleekness, dynamism, and elegance without unnecessary opulence, the Riviera 47 Series II stands as a testament to the brand's innovative spirit. It represents a harmonious integration of form and function, refining an already highly successful cruiser.

Beneath the waterline, the Series II introduces a revolutionary design, a creation of the renowned naval architect Frank Mulder. The hull's running surface, described as sensational, incorporates two pockets in the aft section housing the propeller shafts. This design not only enhances forward thrust, leading to a higher top speed but also contributes to improved fuel economy. The Riviera 47 Series II epitomizes a marriage of sophistication and functionality, showcasing the brand's unwavering dedication to innovation in yacht design.

Cockpit

The cockpit on this 47 features the finest setup of any cockpit on a sport fisher, regardless of size vessel has a full electronics suite and controls to the starboard side of the salon door where you can see and control the sounder, plotter, radar, and sonar. For additional bait capacity, there is a 30 gallon transom live well as well. Engine room access couldn't be easier, with a swing-out door and sink.

• Twin Disc cockpit controls
• Sounder display
• 30 gallon transom bait tank
• Cockpit freezer
• Transom Door
• Fiberglass Swimstep
• Cockpit coaming Bolsters
• Cockpit slant back cover that converts to an awning

Flybridge

One of the highlights of the Riviera 47 is her spacious flybridge with its ergonomic helm position, wet bar, and U-shaped lounge seating. The vessel has been updated with the latest in electronics, including, Garmin touchscreen, multifunction display, chart plotter, digital sounder, digital radar, side-scan sonar, New VHF, and 2-meter radios.
There is also a BTU air conditioning / reverse cycle heating unit. To the port side is a sink and a refrigerator. Entertainment is provided by a full JL Audio sound system with a digital amplifier.

• Twin Disc electronic controls
• Sidepower Bowthruster
• Fully Air conditioned / Heated
• Raymarine Radar
• Twin Garmin Chart plotters
• Caterpillar Digital Displays
• Bow Thruster Control
• Fusion radio
• Standard Horizon VHF
• Muir windlass control with digital counter (requires repair)
• Izenglass enclosed (requires repair/replacement)