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Silverton Yachts Review: 39 Motor Yacht

  • By Jay Coyle
  • Updated: October 4, 2007

When the folks at Silverton decided to redesign their popular 392 Motor Yacht, they called on current owners and dealers for input. About half their typical buyers would opt for diesel power and cruise; the rest would go with standard gas power and spend the bulk of their time entertaining dockside.

All should be satisfied with the new Silverton 39 Motor Yacht. Unlike many comfort-driven boats, she gives up nothing in the way of performance, offers a thoughtful layout and boasts excellent detailing.

Her hull is based on a Michael Peters design. The wave-taming forward sections are parabolic: slightly convex near the chine and a bit rounder toward the keel. Sections abaft amidships are cambered, and the 13-degree transom deadrise seems an efficient choice. A hull-side step optimizes her planing surface without compromising interior volume.

I spent more than an hour running at speed and wiggling about dockside, and was impressed. She felt more like a small, high-performance convertible than a pleasure platform. Kudos to Silverton for keeping weight in check and controlling the center of gravity.

The builder offers a variety of gasoline and diesel engine options. While the roughly $45,000 premium for diesels may not appeal to some, I believe gasoline power is inappropriate for a vessel of this size and service-unless you intend to remain tethered.

Our test boat, fitted with 385 hp Caterpillar 3126s, delivered a top speed of 27.5 knots and a cruising speed of 21.3 knots at 2400 rpm. A 20-knot cruise would be important to me, so I would select these engines or the bigger Caterpillars.

The interior’s satin-finished, hardwood cherry cabinetwork, Corian counters, soft goods and fixtures are a notch above average. The L-shape sofa is not a slab-side built-in; it is a deep, custom-made affair covered in synthetic leather.

A pair of matching ottomans hidden cleverly within the cocktail table can serve as footrests or additional dinette seating. The entertainment center also is strategically positioned to serve guests on Silverton yachts.

It is a step down to the galley’s hardwood sole. There is plenty of counter space, and the polished stainless-steel sink is large enough to wash real plates. There is a cooktop, a microwave, an electric oven and dual-voltage refrigeration.

The master cabin is aft with an island berth and queen-size innerspring mattress. There is excellent stowage, and separate head and shower compartments flank a built-in cabinet and a shelf for a television.

The forward cabin has a queen-size berth, also with an innerspring mattress. A dual-access forward head with separate stall shower serves guests.

Silverton’s SideWalk exterior layout on Silverton yachts lets the skipper and crew move from the bridge to the bow with minimal effort. The bridge gates that lead to the side decks are an improvement from earlier models, which had pocket doors that tended to be wind driven. A three-position helm bench has flip-up bolsters. The control console is ergonomically satisfying with space for a reasonable complement of electronics. Additional bench seating is immediately abaft the helm.

The afterdeck, just steps away, has a built-in bench seat, a wet bar with ice maker, and space for deck chairs and a table. While a boarding area on the afterdeck is convenient, another just forward of amidships would be nice. Silverton considered a rail gate, but had safety concerns.

I would be remiss if I did not grouse about the ornamental approach to fender stowage on Silverton yachts. Fenders are not styling accessories. When mounted on the bow rail, as they are on the 39 Motor Yacht , they could run afoul with a piling if the captain is not cautious.

“Indeed, the fender baskets fall outside the gunwale dimensions, creating a potential docking hazard, said Michael Usina, Silverton’s director of marketing. “We are going to relocate the baskets to a yet-to-be determined location. They will continue to be topside for easy access.

The 39 Motor Yacht’s styling may be challenging to the traditional eye, but the boat is well proportioned and cleverly executed. She will no doubt be as popular as her predecessor, 600 of which were delivered between 1996 and 2001.

The 39 is built at Silverton’s Millville, New Jersey, production facility. She is laid up by hand with stitched and woven reinforcement, and polyester resin. The bottom is solid fiberglass, and Coremat is used in the hull-side laminate to minimize reinforcement print-through. Areas below the waterline receive a vinylester skin coat to reduce the chance of blistering. A network of fiberglass stingers and web frames is formed over wood, and bulkheads are plywood on these Silverton yachts. The hull-deck joint is bonded, mechanically fastened and fiberglassed from the inside where accessible. The gelcoat finish reflects the quality of Silverton’s tooling, and I was pleased to find frameless windows.

Access to the engine space is through the saloon sole, and equipment removal hatches are provided in case major work is required.

An 8kW generator with sound shield is forward in the engineroom. The generator is a bit out of the way, but there is additional access under the saloon steps. Bilges are finished, and mechanical installations appear well thought out and properly executed. Internal seawater strainers are hearty, there are dripless stuffing boxes, and an engine-mounting system incorporates steel foundation beams within the span between web frames.

Base price with the 385 hp Caterpillars is $330,765. Expect to pay about $416,000 with popular options and a Raymarine electronics package.

Contact: Silverton Marine Corp., (856) 825-4117; fax (856) 825-2064; www.silverton.com .

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SOJOURNER Boat for Sale

39' silverton | 2007 | $229,000.

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Sojourner Boat | 39' Silverton 2007

Discover the exceptional 2007 Silverton 39 Motor Yacht, 'Sojourner,' now available for sale near Tampa in St. Petersburg. This unique motor yacht/aft cabin assures an unparalleled water experience.

Highlights and Recent Updates:

  • Twin Cummins QSB 5.9 380HO (380 hp) Direct Drive with 625 Hours
  • Kohler 10 kW diesel generator with 250 hours (Recently Serviced)
  • All New Exterior Upholstery
  • New Throttle
  • New Spot Light
  • New Windlass Clutch
  • New Anchor Light
  • Seacock Repairs Throughout
  • New HVAC System (2022)
  • Complete A/C Acid Flush following 2023 Summer Season
  • New Spot Light and Anchor Light

This one-of-a-kind model features a rare twin Cummins QSB5.9 380 HP diesel engine setup, with only 625 hours on the engines—an extraordinary find not commonly available in the market.

Powered by a Kohler 10 KW diesel generator, 'Sojourner’' offers easy departure with a 50 AMP Glendinning cable master power cord. The aft deck, accessed from the swim platform, features fiberglass stairs, a stainless steel handrail, and a wet bar with a refrigerator under a protective fiberglass hardtop.

The upper helm area, seating eight adults, boasts a Garmin chart plotter, autopilot, color radar, and Fusion RA70 stereo system. Hydraulic steering and dual electronic shift controls ensure a smooth voyage.

The main salon, with a galley and dinette, offers large windows, a pull-out sofa, and a smart flat-screen TV. The galley includes a three-burner princess glass cooktop, a Samsung smart 5-function oven, and a full-size marine refrigerator—all climate-controlled by a dedicated HVAC system from 2022.

Accommodations feature a VIP stateroom with a queen-size berth and dedicated HVAC. The aft cabin offers an island queen berth, a large window, and a private head with a separate shower area. Both areas are protected by a Smar-T-Alert CO2 and smoke detector system.

Don't miss the chance to own this rare 39 MY, premium aft cabin yacht from Silverton.

Explore 'Sojourner' today! Easily accessible in St. Petersburg, Florida. Serious inquiries only.

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Sojourner HIGHLIGHTS

  • Yacht Details: 39' Silverton 2007
  • Location: Saint Petersburg, FL
  • Engines: Cummins
  • Last Updated: Jan 25, 2024
  • Asking Price: $229,000
  • Max Draft: 3' 11''

Sojourner additional information

  • Cruising Speed: 15.64 kn
  • Beam: 14' 0''
  • Hull Material: Fiberglass
  • Fuel Tank: 1 x 334|gallon
  • Fresh Water: 1 x 100|gallon
  • Holding: 1 x 60|gallon
  • Double Berths: 2

Some insist that the true measure of a motor yacht's worth is the dimensions of her flybridge, sundeck, and covered aft-deck. There must be space for owners and their guests to revel in sun, sea, and sky. But there are others equally convinced that a motor yacht must be judged by her interior spaces: How roomy, how magnificently furnished, how well appointed with standard equipment and amenities. Happily, the 39 Motor Yacht satisfies all those requirements. The open bridge seats eight, who can also enter conveniently from the foredeck by the Side Walk.

The 39 Motor Yacht's foredeck and sheltered aft-deck are the perfect adjunct to an interior designed for on-water living and entertaining. Wide of beam, the 39 Motor Yacht's salon, dinette area, and uncommonly roomy galley are remarkable for their space and luxury. The convertible L-lounge is sprawling; the dinette table, solid cherry; the galley, a seacook's delight.

At the end of a satisfying day on the 39 Motor Yacht, two generously proportioned and elegantly outfitted staterooms await the travelers, each with a queen-sized bed.

Experience luxury and relaxation on the spacious aft deck of our 2007 Silverton 39 Motor Yacht Aft Cabin, which seamlessly blends comfort and entertainment, making it the perfect retreat for enjoying the open water.

Highlights of the aft deck include:

  • Swim platform with molded fiberglass stairs and a stainless steel handrail.
  • All Weather Fiberglass Hardtop
  • Wet Bar with Refrigerator
  • Built-in aft bench seat and space for loose furnishings
  • Flat-screen smart TV with new remotes
  • Adjustable Isinglass Canvas Enclosure: Surrounding protective canvas that can be opened to let in the invigorating sea breeze
  • New Magma Grill and Propane
  • SimpliSafe Alarm System

Upper Helm Station

Ascend three steps from the aft deck to the Upper Helm Area, a commanding space designed for both the captain's control and the enjoyment of family and guests. Key features include:

  • Spacious Seating: Seat up to 8 adults.
  • Hydraulic Steering
  • Dual Electronic Shift Controls
  • New Spot Light (2023)
  • Advanced Garmin Electronics: Including a Garmin 7610xsv chart plotter, Garmin auto-pilot, and Garmin color radar for reliable navigation.
  • Autopilot Feature
  • SmartCraft Digital Displays: Twin SmartCraft Digital Displays provide comprehensive engine instrumentation, ensuring a smooth and informed journey
  • Fusion RA70 Stereo System
  • Fully Enclosed with Isinglass Canvas: All weather condition as it is fully enclosed with canvas, providing protection without compromising on the scenic sea views.

Descend into the inviting Main Salon from the aft deck, where spaciousness meets elegance in an open-concept design that seamlessly integrates the galley and dinette area.

The salon boasts a bright and open atmosphere, featuring large windows adorned with wooden mini-blinds. The ambiance is further enhanced by gloss-finished wood paneling and a cream-colored headliner, creating a welcoming and sophisticated interior. Key features include:

  • Open Concept Design: The salon's open layout incorporates the galley and dinette area, fostering a sense of connectivity and spaciousness. Large Windows with retractable Blinds: Enjoy panoramic views and control the natural light with large windows adorned with wooden mini-blinds.
  • Elegant Interior Accents: Gloss-finished wood paneling and a cream-colored headliner contribute to an elegant and well-appointed interior.
  • Versatile Sleeping Arrangements: A pull-out sofa effortlessly transforms into a bed, providing flexibility for accommodating extra guests.
  • Entertainment Center: Smart, flat-screen TV ensures entertainment at your fingertips, enhancing the overall comfort and enjoyment of the Main Salon.
  • Machinery/Engine Access: A hatch located in the center of the salon area, off easy access for maintenance. 

Enter the Galley—a luminous and expansive culinary haven that invites the chef to partake in the festivities. Culinary excellence is at your fingertips with the following features:

  • Bright and Open Space: The Galley exudes brightness and openness, creating an inviting atmosphere for culinary creativity.
  • Princess Glass Cooktop Stove: A three-burner Princess Glass Cooktop Stove stands ready for cooking duties, ensuring precise and efficient meal preparation.
  • Samsung Smart 5-Function Oven: The Samsung Smart Oven, with its five functions including microwave, convection oven, and standard oven, provides versatility to meet diverse culinary needs.
  • Full-Size Marine Refrigerator: Ample space for food and beverages is provided by the full-size marine refrigerator, ensuring well-stocked provisions for your journey.
  • Dedicated HVAC System: The entire Galley area enjoys comfort with its dedicated HVAC system, offering both heating and cooling. This system, newly installed in 2022, ensures an optimal culinary environment.

Step into the Galley—a chef's delight that combines functionality with a bright and open ambiance for an enjoyable cooking and dining experience on the water.

VIP Stateroom:

Progressing from the Galley, explore the VIP Stateroom—a luxurious sanctuary designed for comfort and convenience. Discover the following features:

  • Queen-Size Berth: The VIP Stateroom is furnished with a queen-size berth, offering a sumptuous retreat for restful nights on the water.
  • Ample Storage: Thoughtfully designed with ample storage, providing space for belongings and ensuring a clutter-free environment.
  • Overhead Hatch: Welcome the invigorating sea breeze through the overhead hatch, adding a touch of freshness to the stateroom.
  • Private Access to Forward Head: Enjoy the convenience of private access to the forward head, complete with a separate shower stall for a spa-like experience.
  • Dedicated HVAC System: Tailor your climate with the VIP Stateroom's dedicated HVAC system, delivering personalized heating or cooling based on prevailing conditions.

Venturing aft, descend several steps to the expansive Aft Cabin—a haven of comfort and relaxation. Revel in the following features:

  • Island Queen Berth: Indulge in restful sleep on the island queen berth, offering optimal comfort for your yachting journey.
  • Large Aft Bulkhead Window: Experience refreshing breezes through the large aft bulkhead window, connecting you with the outdoor ambiance.
  • Private Head with Separate Shower Area: Enjoy privacy in the Aft Cabin's private head, complete with a separate shower area for added convenience.
  • Abundant Storage Space: Find ample storage for personal items, ensuring a clutter-free environment during extended cruises.
  • Dedicated HVAC System: The Aft Cabin is serviced by its dedicated HVAC system, ensuring climate control tailored to your preferences.

Step into the VIP Stateroom and Aft Cabin—an embodiment of comfort and elegance, where thoughtful design meets luxurious amenities for an unparalleled yachting experience.

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This is a very clean very well maintained Silverton 39 Walk-around Aft Cabin. 

  • Professionally maintained with systems checks and repairs as needed on a monthly basis
  • Custom bedspreads and upgraded mattresses in both cabins
  • Replaced halogen with LED lighting throughout salon, cabins, heads, galley
  • Complete Port, Starboard, and Generator service (oil change, filters, belts, transmission fluid, coolant, service fuel water separators, new impellers, exhaust hoses, and radiator pressure caps; replaced engine hoses & clamps as needed - 12/2021)
  • New Nova Kool AC/DC Refrigerator/Freezer (10/2023)
  • New Windshield Cover (8/2022)
  • New duckbills, seals, and pressure switch on aft vacu flush toilet (11/2022)
  • New Forward Shower Head (10/2023)
  • Buff, wax, polish exterior surfaces including metal polishing (6/2023)
  • New Bottom Paint (3/2024)
  • New Port & Starboard Engine Thru Hulls and Valves (3/2024)
  • New Zincs (3/2024)
  • New Galley Faucet (3/2024)
  • New 50A shore power cable (3/2024)
  • New 43’' Hisense/Roku LED TV in salon 
  • Feeds for both Antenna TV with signal amplifier and Cable TV in salon and cabins
  • Bose Sound System in Salon
  • Sony CD player / Stereo at Helm
  • Bimini top and full isinglass enclosures at flybridge (01/2019) and aft cockpit (03/2020)

    Engine Hours:

  • Starboard:  705

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    Flybridge

  • Full Enclosure 
  • Accent Lighting
  • Large Helm Station w/ Comfortable Seating for 3 with Armrests
  • Bench Seat with Backrest Behind Helm Seats 
  • Port & Starboard Doors Aft
  • Cushions in Excellent Condition

Helm Station & Electronics

  • Stainless Steel Wheel
  • Raymarine Chartplotter
  • Raymarine Radar 
  • Raymarine Depthfinder
  • Raymarine Autopilot 
  • Fuel, Oil, Temperature & Volt Gauges
  • Stereo Speakers
  • Remote Control for Anchor Windlass

Aft Cockpit & Swim Step

  • Spacious Fully Enclosed (Isinglass) & Carpeted Aft Deck
  • Built-in Sofa w/ Drink Holders
  • Wet Bar w/ Drink Holders
  • BBQ Grill in Separate Outside Area
  • Swim Step w/ Large Storage Locker
  • Fresh Water Shower at the Swim Step
  • Stainless Steel Swim Ladder
  • Large Molded Steps w/ Sturdy Handrails up to the Flybridge 

Bow, Decks & Anchor

  • Stainless Steel Railings
  • 2 x Fender Holders
  • Sunpad on Bow
  • Silverton's "Sidewalk" (Side walk around to bow)
  • Anchor Windlass w/ Up & Down Foot Switches
  • L-Shaped Sofa converts to a Berth-Leather in great condition
  • Coffee Table w/ Reversible Cushion/Wood Tops with Storage below (moveable)
  • Dinette Table w/ L Shaped Settee with storage underneath
  • Window Shades
  • Carpet (in very good condition)
  • Cherry Wood
  • Stainless Steel Sink w/ Corian Cover
  • Corian Countertops
  • 3 Burner Princess Electric Stovetop
  • Princess Oven
  • Built-In Panasonic Microwave 
  • Large Upright Nova Kool Refrigerator w/ Freezer
  • Upper & Lower Cabinetry
  • Hardwood Floor

Master Stateroom

  • Queen Size Walk-Around Bed 
  • Large Storage Cabinets below Bed
  • 2 x Cedar Lined Hanging Closet
  • 2 x Large Windows w/ Blinds
  • Ensuite Bathroom with Sink  & Fresh Water Vacuum flush Head
  • Separate Shower w/ Large Seating Area
  • Flat Screen TV

VIP Stateroom

  • Queen Sized Berth with Large Drawers and Storage Below
  • Cedar Lined Closet to Port
  • Cedar Lined Closet to Starboard
  • Opening Port Holes on Port & Starboard
  • Large Opening Overhead Hatch
  • Separate Door to the Day Head  w/  Sealand Vacuflush Head, Sink & Separate Shower w/ Opening Portholes
  • Kohler Generator (207hrs)
  • 50amp Shore Power Inlet
  • Shore Power Cord
  • Battery Charger

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.

For the fastest response please Call / Text Ian Van Tuyl at 1-619-507-4416

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  • Model: 8.1L MPI
  • Power: 385 hp
  • Type: Inboard
  • Drive Type: Direct
  • Fuel: unleaded
  • Propeller: 3 Blade, Bronze

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Sailing yachts like Mike Lynch's are 'unsinkable bodies', CEO of boat manufacturing firm says

Bayesian superyacht which sank off Italy is an "unsinkable" vessel, Giovanni Costantino, CEO of The Italian Sea Group, said.

By Ashna Hurynag, news correspondent and Eleonora Chiarella, producer

Thursday 22 August 2024 15:27, UK

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Vessels like Mike Lynch's stricken superyacht are "unsinkable", according to the chief executive of the firm which makes and sells them.

Giovanni Costantino, CEO of The Italian Sea Group, told Sky News there are no flaws with the design and construction of the Bayesian superyacht which capsized in a storm off the coast of Porticello, Sicily, on Monday.

Five bodies were found by divers on Wednesday - taking the number of confirmed dead to six.

The Italian Sea Group also owns the firm that built British tech tycoon Mr Lynch's Bayesian, and Mr Costantino said the vessels "are the safest in the most absolute sense".

News of the sinking left CEO of The Italian Sea Group Giovanni Costantino in ‘sadness on the one hand and disbelief on the other’.

"Being the manufacturer of Perini [boats], I know very well how the boats have always been designed and built," he said.

"And as Perini is a sailing ship... sailing ships are renowned to be the safest ever."

He said their structure and keel made them "unsinkable bodies".

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Mr Costantino said news of the sinking "put me in a state of sadness on one side and of disbelief on the other".

"This incident sounds like an unbelievable story, both technically and as a fact," he said.

It is understood Italian prosecutors investigating the incident are continuing to hold interviews with the survivors.

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On Tuesday they questioned the captain for more than two hours to help reconstruct what happened and provide useful technical details.

Four British inspectors are also in Porticello and have begun a preliminary assessment of events.

It is understood they will look at all relevant aspects of the incident, including the design, stability, and operation of the vessel. They will also examine the effects of the weather conditions experienced.

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Twenty-two people were on board the vessel, 15 of whom were rescued - including Briton Charlotte Golunski and her one-year-old daughter Sofia.

Divers will resume efforts on Thursday morning to bring ashore a body they found earlier. One more person remains missing.

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    Our test boat, fitted with 385 hp Caterpillar 3126s, delivered a top speed of 27.5 knots and a cruising speed of 21.3 knots at 2400 rpm. A 20-knot cruise would be important to me, so I would select these engines or the bigger Caterpillars. ... Silverton's SideWalk exterior layout on Silverton yachts lets the skipper and crew move from the ...

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    Cruising speed was at 18 knots, at 3,400 rpm — and at that point, the fuel consumption was 22.3 gallons per hour, per engine. This stout little boat took on everything that came its way — and did it with style. CONTACT: Silverton Marine, Millville, NJ; (877) 863-5298; www.silverton.com Silverton 35 Motor Yacht. Length.

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    Some of the most iconic Silverton models now listed include the 34 Convertible, 39 Motor Yacht, 392 Motor Yacht, 330 Sport Bridge and 42 Convertible. Various Silverton models are currently offered for sale by specialised yacht brokers, dealers and brokerages on YachtWorld, with listings ranging from 1978 year models up to 2023.

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    The starting price is $21,196, the most expensive is $268,700, and the average price of $122,350. Related boats include the following models: 330 Sport Bridge, 34 Convertible and 39 Motor Yacht. Boat Trader works with thousands of boat dealers and brokers to bring you one of the largest collections of Silverton Motor yacht boats on the market.

  11. Silverton Yachts 330 Sport Bridge

    Model Years: 1999—2007. Draft: 2'11". Beam: 12'4". Water Capacity: 104 gals. Waste Capacity: 30 gals. Length w/ Pulpit: --. Silverton got it right with the 330 Sport Bridge, a maxi-beam flybridge cruiser that ranks among the best-selling Silverton models of all time. Granted, her tall-freeboard profile won't win any design awards, but ...

  12. Sojourner Yacht for Sale

    Discover the exceptional 2007 Silverton 39 Motor Yacht, 'Sojourner,' now available for sale near Tampa in St. Petersburg. This unique motor yacht/aft cabin assures an unparalleled water experience. Highlights and Recent Updates: Twin Cummins QSB 5.9 380HO (380 hp) Direct Drive with 625 Hours. Kohler 10 kW diesel generator with 250 hours ...

  13. Silverton Yachts 29 Sport Cruiser

    Model Years: 1985—1987. Draft: 1'7". Beam: 10'10". Water Capacity: 40 gals. Waste Capacity: 20 gals. Length w/ Pulpit: --. Introduced in 1985, the Silverton 29 Sport Cruiser is a surprisingly spacious boat with an unusual two-stateroom interior, roomy cockpit, and a large bridge area. Built on a solid fiberglass hull with prop pockets and a ...

  14. Ovation

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    Silverton Models showcases the diverse and elegant range of yachts and motor yachts that Silverton Home offers. Whether you are looking for a convertible, a sport bridge, or a motor yacht, you can find the perfect model for your needs and preferences. Browse the Silverton Models page and discover the beauty and performance of these vessels.

  16. Silverton 37 boats for sale

    Silverton 37. A powerboat built by Silverton, the 37 is a convertible vessel. Silverton 37 boats are typically used for overnight-cruising, saltwater-fishing and day-cruising. These boats were built with a fiberglass modified-vee; usually with an inboard and available in Gas.

  17. Silverton 35

    It was a perfect day in Ft. Meyers. The sun was shining, a faint breeze wafted across the marina behind the Chart House Restaurant, and the Silverton 35 Motor Yacht was tied alongside a weathered old dock there, nose-out and ready to go. Passing the restaurant, I felt a little thrill of anticipation upon seeing the 35 for the first time, the same thrill I've enjoyed since I was a kid. Whether

  18. Cruising Yachts

    Cruising Yachts New and Used Yacht Brokers on the West Coast New Yachts include Bali Catamaran Bavaria Catalina Catana. Bali Catamaran | Bavaria Yachts | Catalina Yachts | Catana Yachts ... About; FAQ; Contact; Inquire. 2004 Silverton 39 Motor Yacht. $184,900. Location: San Diego, CA. Length: 39 ft. Beam: 14 ft. Engine: 770 hp. YACHT ...

  19. 2004 Silverton 39 Motor Yacht, San Diego California

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  22. Silverton Sport boats for sale

    Silverton Sport. A powerboat built by Silverton, the Sport is a cruisers vessel. Silverton Sport boats are typically used for overnight-cruising, saltwater-fishing and day-cruising. These boats were built with a fiberglass modified-vee; usually with an inboard and available in Gas.

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    Silverton is a boat builder in the marine industry that offers boats for sale in differing sizes on Boat Trader, with the smallest current boat listed at 28 feet in length, to the longest vessel measuring in at 50 feet, and an average length of 37.33 feet. Boat Trader currently has 221 Silverton boats for sale, including 4 new vessels and 217 ...

  26. Silverton 39 boats for sale

    The starting price is $169,000, the most expensive is $229,900, and the average price of $199,900. Related boats include the following models: 330 Sport Bridge, 34 Convertible and 39 Motor Yacht. Boat Trader works with thousands of boat dealers and brokers to bring you one of the largest collections of Silverton 39 boats on the market.