The Ocean Alexander 46 stands as one of the most respected names in blue-water motoryacht building. Constructed in Taiwan to exacting standards, these vessels earned a loyal following throughout the Pacific for their robust fibreglass hulls, generous beam and practical layouts built around serious passage-making. This 1988 example stretches 14.02 metres with a 3.8-metre beam — dimensions that translate directly into real liveability below decks.
Three separate cabins make this an outstanding choice for couples seeking extended coastal cruising or families wanting the flexibility of genuine offshore capability without compromise. The relatively shallow 1.1-metre draft opens up anchorages that deeper-keeled vessels simply cannot reach, a genuine advantage along New Zealand's stunning coastline. Berthed at Waikawa Marina — one of the South Island's premier marina facilities — the boat is well-positioned for Cook Strait crossings, Marlborough Sounds exploration and beyond.
Ocean Alexander built these hulls to last, and the 46 model in particular has aged gracefully, remaining practical, capable and genuinely habitable decades on. At NZD $395,000, this represents solid value for a proven offshore motoryacht platform with real cruising pedigree. Inspection strongly encouraged.
