Sunseeker builds high-speed British planing motor yachts.
1. Why a Separate Guide for Sunseeker?
Speed raises the loads on the bottom structure and drive train, and the survey follows that load path.
Common models: Sunseeker Manhattan, Predator, Portofino serileri.
2. What We Look at Closely
On top of the standard survey scope, these are the points we pay particular attention to on a Sunseeker. They are not faults of the make; they are where findings most often appear on boats of this type and use.
Bottom structure and stringers
Cracking and separation in the bottom shell and stringer bonds; sounding and moisture readings where needed.
Drive train
Shafts, surface drives or IPS; bearings, seals and maker service records.
Engines under load
Temperatures, pressures, smoke at high rpm and the difference between engines.
Gelcoat and superstructure
Gelcoat cracking on the superstructure and bow; signs of hard slamming.
Hydraulics and electrics
Platform, passerelle and trim-tab hydraulics; panels and leakage current.
Records
Engine hours against service records; any incident or major repair history.
Points We Pay Attention To on This Make
These are not claims of defects. They are the places we spend extra time on boats of this build; every boat is judged on its own use and maintenance history.
Manhattan, Predator and other ranges
- Signs of high-speed use: engine mounts, exhaust line, steering and trim systems.
- Drive system, by model.
- Gelcoat crazing; paint finish on coloured hulls.
- Sealing at glazing and deck joints.
- Hydraulic garage and platform.
- Generator hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
General questions (duration, price, insurance, charter history): see the FAQ and the survey quote calculator.
Scope: The survey is non-destructive and nothing is dismantled; details on the survey types page.
Related Pages
Send the model, year and where the boat lies; we come back with an itemised written quote.
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