The 1996 Birdsall 17m Expedition Motoryacht represents a rare opportunity to acquire a purpose-built, long-range passage maker with genuine bluewater credentials. Birdsall is a respected New Zealand builder with a strong reputation for crafting robust, sea-kindly motoryachts engineered to handle the demanding conditions of offshore cruising in the South Pacific and beyond. At 17 metres, this vessel offers commanding deck space, generous interior volumes and the kind of structural integrity expected of a serious expedition platform.
Designed for extended passages, she provides substantial liveaboard accommodation with multiple staterooms, a well-appointed saloon and a fully equipped galley — everything required to live comfortably at sea for weeks at a time. The expedition motoryacht configuration ensures excellent fuel and water carrying capacity, twin-engine reliability and a stable, seaworthy hull form suited to long ocean crossings. Presented in Auckland, this is a compelling proposition for the discerning buyer seeking an experienced offshore cruiser with the size and capability to explore the Pacific Islands, Australia and beyond in genuine comfort.
A thorough survey is recommended. Priced at NZD $525,000, this Birdsall represents outstanding value in the premium motoryacht segment.
