AZIMUT 52 FLY

Interior equipment

🛏️ Three double cabins supplemented by a marine cabin, WC marine, air conditioning, hot water. Fitted kitchen with two refrigerators, dishwasher and washing machine. Multimedia equipment including Satellite TV.

Electronic navigation equipment

🧭 GPS, chart plotter, VHF and automatic pilot, This is a coherent configuration for cruising, inshore and offshore sailing.

Deck equipment

⚓ Watermaker, generator, bow thruster, flaps, tender with engine, gangway hydraulics, electric windlass, cockpit in teak and rear platform, offering autonomy and comfort on board.

Our analysis

Aesthetics & general condition

🎨 This Azimut 52 Fly, flybridge 15,66 m registered in 2000, With its classic Italian lines, emblematic of Azimut's productions of the late 90s. The volumes are generous and well distributed, with three double cabins, two shower rooms and a crew cabin, This configuration is still very much in demand for family or semi-professional cruising.

☀️ The exterior spaces are functional, with cockpit and a teak platform, a welcoming flybridge and a smooth flow of traffic on board. The overall presentation is consistent with the boat's age and programme, with a focus on use and navigation rather than static displays.

Engines & technology

⚙️ The boat is equipped with 2 × 660 hp Caterpillar, propulsion tree line, with around 1,450 engine hours. This figure is consistent for Caterpillar engines, which are renowned for their robustness, torque and ability to withstand long hours when properly maintained.

🛠️ The tree line provides mechanical simplicity, proven reliability and controlled operating costs compared with more complex solutions. The technical equipment is complete for the programme, with a generator, watermaker, bow thruster, flaps and hydraulic gangway, allowing autonomous and comfortable use.

Price positioning analysis

📊 Analysis of comparable units observed on markets France / Italy / Spain for flybridges of 15 to 16 m, years 1998-2002, This study, which is based on the results of a survey carried out in the UK, shows that there are three distinct market segments. Units in the lower end of the market are in tired condition, with major refits to be expected, while those in the middle of the market are well-maintained units in standard condition, and those at the top end of the market are well-maintained units with significant refits and in homogeneous condition.

📈 Given the Caterpillar engines renowned for their longevity, the high level of equipment for cruising, from 3-cabin configuration plus crew cabin and a consistent number of hours for this type of engine, this Azimut 52 Fly is positioned in the heart of the market, with a potential of high heart if the actual condition, maintenance history and general appearance are confirmed by the appraisal. A price in line with this positioning is in line with market reality.

The team's advice

✔️ We recommend this Azimut 52 Fly a buyer looking for a spacious, seaworthy flybridge with a clear cruising orientation, giving priority to space, autonomy and comfort. mechanical reliability rather than novelty at any price.

This is a rational choice, This is particularly relevant for a extended Mediterranean cruises or for structured family use, with a clear understanding of operating costs and a realistic market positioning, far from hype but close to real use.