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Yacht · 60 ft (18 m) · Kemer
Expertenbewertung
Technische Daten
- Werft
- Sunseeker
- Modell
- Manhattan 56
- Länge
- 60 ft (18 m)
- Gäste
- 10
- Kabinen
- 4
Urteil
The 2003 Sunseeker Manhattan 56 is a well-regarded flybridge cruiser with classic lines, strong planing performance, and a practical 3-cabin layout for up to 6 guests. Its main strengths are style, usable interior volume, and capable offshore cruising; the main limitation is that the listed 4-cabin/10-guest spec does n
Vorteile
- +Classic Sunseeker styling with strong visual appeal
- +Planing hull and twin-diesel performance suit coastal cruising
- +Three-cabin layout is practical for family use
- +Good fuel and water capacity for its size
- +Widely supported model with established market presence
Nachteile
- −Listed 4-cabin/10-guest capacity is inaccurate for this model
- −Flybridge layout can feel more compact than newer yachts
- −Fuel burn will be significant at cruising speeds
- −Older 2003 examples may need refit or maintenance work
The Manhattan 56 has the familiar Sunseeker look of its era: sleek exterior lines, a substantial flybridge, and a sporty profile that still reads well today. Public specifications for the 2001–04 generation place the boat at about 61'2" LOA with a 15'1" beam and a 3-cabin, 6-guest arrangement, so the listing’s 4-cabin/10-guest description does not align with the model.
On the water, it is best understood as a fast planing cruiser rather than a heavy displacement yacht. Published sources describe top speeds in the low-30-knot range and cruising speeds around the low-to-mid 20s, which is consistent with the twin-diesel, shaft-drive setup and the model’s offshore-capable character.
Inside, the Manhattan 56 offers a workable family layout with two heads, a proper owner’s cabin, and guest accommodation that suits short to medium cruising. Compared with newer yachts, some spaces will feel less open and the age of a 2003 example means condition varies significantly, so maintenance history and refit quality matter more than on a newer boat.
In value terms, this model remains attractive because it delivers classic Sunseeker styling, strong performance, and proven cruising ability at a typically lower entry price than newer 56-foot flybridge yachts. The best examples are those with documented engine service, updated systems, and a well-kept interior, since older inventory can shift value quickly depending on upkeep.


