2017 Vanquish VQ54

The 2017 Vanquish VQ54 sits at the sharp end of the performance day yacht market, a 54 foot Dutch built machine with an all aluminum hull and twin 800 horsepower MAN diesels on surface drives. Vanquish stopped producing this model, and VESPER shows why the examples that remain hold their value. An owner who wants to run at 45 knots to Bimini in the morning and dock for dinner in Fort Lauderdale will find very little at this price that matches her.
 

She is listed at $995,000 following a $300,000 refit completed at LMC Fort Lauderdale in May 2024 and a fresh bottom and mechanical service in April 2026. That documentation matters more than new paint on a used yacht in this class, and it is the first thing a serious buyer should read.
 

Is the 2017 Vanquish VQ54 VESPER for Sale?

Yes, this 2017 Vanquish VQ54 VESPER is currently offered for sale through its listing broker. The yacht is located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and is Cayman Islands registered and not offered to US residents while she stays in US waters. Because Vanquish stopped producing this model and used Vanquish VQ54 for sale inventory is thin worldwide, availability of a comparable example in similar condition may be limited.
 

For buyers, availability is less important than the condition of the specific boat. Engine hours, the $300,000 refit invoices, the April 2026 service records, hull condition, and the full mechanical survey should all be reviewed. A documented example with fresh mechanicals can have a very different ownership profile from another VQ54 that has deferred maintenance.
 

2017 Vanquish VQ54 VESPER Price

The asking price for this 2017 Vanquish VQ54 VESPER is $995,000 following a $300,000 refit completed at LMC Fort Lauderdale in May 2024 and a fresh bottom and mechanical service in April 2026. Original build cost approached $2,000,000, and the current ask is $995,000 with a documented refit behind it. Aluminum hulls from established Northern European yards hold value, and a limited production model with fresh mechanicals sells faster than a mass produced fiberglass alternative. 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 54-foot performance day yacht. Fuel is the number one line item. Twin 800hp MANs burn in the region of 180 to 200 liters per hour combined at 32 knots, so a weekend of island runs is a four figure fuel bill before dockage enters the picture. Budget for 200 hour service intervals on the MANs and a haul out every 12 to 18 months for bottom paint and drive inspection. Buyers should also account for a professional mechanical survey, insurance, dockage, and general upkeep.
 

Performance and Propulsion

This Vanquish VQ54 is powered by twin MAN D2676LE423 800hp diesels with surface drives, reaching 45 knots wide open and holding 32 knots at cruise, a Fort Lauderdale to Bimini run of about 90 minutes. The MAN D2676LE423 is a high-performance marine diesel known for strong torque and reliable operation, and the surface drives give this 54-foot performance day yacht the speed that Vanquish buyers expect.
 

The all aluminum hull and superstructure were built by Vanquish in the Netherlands, and the boat carries 863 hours on the port MAN and 860 on the starboard. Actual speed and fuel consumption depend on load, sea conditions, surface drive condition, and hull maintenance, so schedule a sea trial in Fort Lauderdale and run her to wide open throttle. Twin 800hp MANs burn in the region of 180 to 200 liters per hour combined at 32 knots.
 

Exterior Design and Construction

This 2017 Vanquish VQ54 VESPER features an all aluminum hull and superstructure built by Vanquish in the Netherlands, and the $300,000 refit finished in May 2024 at LMC Fort Lauderdale included a full exterior repaint, hull and running gear renewal, new anodes and prop speed, reupholstered exterior cushions, and every hinge and sliding door lock replaced. An April 2026 bottom repaint plus complete engine and generator service keeps the boat turnkey.
 

Buyers should inspect the welded aluminum hull and superstructure, stringers, bulkheads, running gear, surface drives, propellers, through-hulls, fuel tanks, and steering system. Aluminum needs a surveyor who knows welded hulls, and surface drives deserve a specialist eye. The automatic hydraulic hatches, remote anchor system with 50m of stainless chain, bow and stern thrusters, and deck hardware should also be tested. Ask for the refit invoices and the April 2026 service records before you negotiate.
 

Interior and Accommodation

This 2017 Vanquish VQ54 VESPER offers one cabin and one head, keeping maintenance and crew costs low, which is the trade off that makes a performance day yacht attractive. Families with teenagers, charter minded owners and anyone stepping down from a 70 foot flybridge will appreciate the simplicity, and the single level deck supports owner operator use. Liveaboard cruising is not the mission here, so shoppers who need three staterooms should look elsewhere.
 

Individual boats may have different upholstery, appliances, flooring, entertainment systems, and interior finishes depending on subsequent refits. Buyers should inspect the galley equipment, refrigeration, air-conditioning, plumbing, bilge systems, and all accommodation spaces for condition and evidence of regular maintenance. Five refrigerators and an ice maker on board turn a day boat into a genuine entertainer for Florida and Bahamas weekends.
 

What to Check Before Buying a 2017 Vanquish VQ54 VESPER

Before you make an offer, ask for the refit invoices, the April 2026 service records and a full mechanical survey. The survey should cover the welded aluminum hull and superstructure, stringers, bulkheads, running gear, surface drives, propellers, through-hulls, fuel tanks, steering system, electrical equipment, generator, air-conditioning, plumbing, and bilge systems. An aluminum specialist and a surface drive specialist should both be involved.
 

The twin MAN D2676LE423 800hp diesels should be inspected individually, including the 863 hours on the port MAN and 860 on the starboard, service records, diagnostic reports, cooling systems, turbochargers, exhaust components, transmissions, and surface drives. Buyers should also test the 8kW Whisper Power generator, 17 inch Raymarine navigation display, bow and stern thrusters with joystick control, automatic hydraulic hatches, remote anchor system, refrigeration, and other onboard systems. VESPER is Cayman Islands registered and not offered to US residents while she stays in US waters, so confirm the ownership structure with a marine attorney early. Schedule a sea trial in Fort Lauderdale and run her to wide open throttle before making an offer.