2017 RIBCO Seafarer 36

The 2017 RIBCO Seafarer 36 is a high-performance sport RIB built for owners who want chase-boat pace without giving up overnight capability. Twin 350 HP Mercury Verado outboards and a 55-knot top end make it a serious coastal explorer, while the folding tent system creates two double cabins for weekend stays. This yacht for sale in Palma is best suited to a buyer who values speed, low maintenance, and flexible day-to-weekend use.
 

This RIBCO Seafarer 36 suits a buyer who wants a fast chase boat, a superyacht tender, or a fun family day boat that can still sleep four. It is ideal for Mediterranean island hopping, quick trips from Palma to nearby coves, and owners who do not want the upkeep of a larger enclosed yacht. If your priority is slow cruising and formal entertaining, this is not the right layout. If you want speed, sun, and flexible cabin space, it fits very well.
 

Is the 2017 RIBCO Seafarer 36 for Sale?

Yes, this 2017 RIBCO Seafarer 36 is currently offered for sale through its listing broker. The boat is located in Palma, a major yachting hub with strong service and berthing options, and is being actively marketed to buyers who value speed, low maintenance, and flexible day-to-weekend use. Because RIBCO RIBs tend to hold value well in the chase-boat market and this is a well-equipped example with low hours for its age, availability of a comparable boat in similar condition may be limited.
 

For buyers, availability is less important than the condition of the specific boat. Engine hours, Mercury Verado service records, tube condition, hull condition, and the full inventory should all be reviewed. A well-maintained example with documented service can have a very different ownership profile from another Seafarer 36 that has seen heavier use.
 

2017 RIBCO Seafarer 36 Price

The asking price for this 2017 RIBCO Seafarer 36 is in the mid-200,000 EUR range, which is realistic for a well-equipped Seafarer 36 with low hours for its age. RIBCO RIBs tend to hold value well in the chase-boat market because they are practical and easy to resell, which supports resale potential. Asking prices are subject to change and should not be treated as confirmed transaction values.
 

The purchase price is only part of the budget for a 36-foot sport RIB. Fuel burn is the main running cost here. Twin 350 HP outboards can drink heavily at wide-open throttle, so plan on a comfortable 35-knot cruise if you want reasonable range from the fuel tanks. Outboard servicing is simpler than inboard diesel maintenance, but you still need annual impeller, oil, and gearcase checks. Buyers should also account for a professional survey, haul-out, insurance, berthing, and general upkeep.
 

Performance and Propulsion

This RIBCO Seafarer 36 is powered by twin 350 HP Mercury Verado outboards with only two engines to service and a proven high-speed hull. The Mercury Verado 350 is a high-performance outboard known for strong acceleration and reliable operation, and the twin installation gives the boat a top speed near 55 knots, so it can run ahead of a larger mothership or cover long coastal hops quickly.
 

The RIBCO hull and inflatable tubes keep the boat light, stable, and easy to handle in choppy Mediterranean water, while the outboard configuration simplifies servicing compared with inboard diesels. Actual speed and fuel consumption depend on load, sea conditions, propeller condition, and hull maintenance, so sea trial the boat in choppy conditions to confirm the hull and engines perform as expected. Twin 350 HP outboards can drink heavily at wide-open throttle, so plan on a comfortable 35-knot cruise for reasonable range.
 

Exterior Design and Construction

This 2017 RIBCO Seafarer 36 features a RIBCO hull and inflatable tubes that keep the boat light, stable, and easy to handle in choppy Mediterranean water. A folding tent-like cabin system converts the open deck into two double cabins for overnight trips, giving the boat flexible day-to-weekend use. The console head and shower compartment adds real comfort for a RIB of this size.
 

Buyers should inspect the hull and deck, stringers, bulkheads, running gear, propellers, through-hulls, fuel tanks, steering system, and any signs of water intrusion or previous structural repairs. Get a full tube condition report, since replacement tubes can be a significant cost. The folding tent system, console head and shower compartment, deck hardware, and railings should also be tested during a personal viewing in Palma.
 

Interior and Accommodation

This 2017 RIBCO Seafarer 36 offers a folding tent-like cabin system that converts the open deck into two double cabins for overnight trips, plus a console head and shower compartment that adds real comfort for a RIB of this size. The layout can sleep four, making it ideal for Mediterranean island hopping and quick trips from Palma to nearby coves. It is not designed for slow cruising and formal entertaining, but it fits buyers who want speed, sun, and flexible cabin space.
 

Individual boats may have different upholstery, appliances, flooring, and interior finishes depending on subsequent refits. Buyers should inspect the cabin spaces, head and shower compartment, plumbing, bilge systems, and storage areas for condition and evidence of regular maintenance. The convertible cabin arrangement provides practical overnight capability while keeping the boat light and fast.
 

What to Check Before Buying a 2017 RIBCO Seafarer 36

Before you commit, get a full engine diagnostic and a tube condition report, since replacement tubes can be a significant cost. The survey should cover the hull and deck, stringers, bulkheads, running gear, propellers, through-hulls, fuel tanks, steering system, electrical equipment, plumbing, and bilge systems. The folding tent system, console head and shower compartment, deck hardware, and railings should also be tested.
 

The twin 350 HP Mercury Verado outboards should be inspected individually, including engine hours, service records, diagnostic reports, cooling systems, gearcases, and propellers. Buyers should also test navigation electronics, VHF radio, pumps, and other onboard systems. Sea trial the boat in choppy conditions to confirm the hull and engines perform as expected. If you want a used yacht that can act as a fast tender and a weekend escape, this RIBCO Seafarer 36 for sale in Spain deserves a close look. Contact the broker to schedule a viewing in Palma and review the full inventory.