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FONERS review
Mega yacht · 141 ft (43 m) · Ibiza
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Key specs
- Builder
- IZAR
- Model
- 43m
- Length
- 141 ft (43 m)
- Guests
- 12
- Cabins
- 5
Verdict
FONERS is a distinctive former royal yacht with strong charter appeal: a 43m profile, 2023 refit, and accommodation for 12 guests in 5 cabins. Public listings conflict on size and machinery, but current charter specs point to a practical, well-updated Mediterranean yacht rather than a pure performance build.
Pros
- +2023 refit updates a 2000-built platform
- +5 cabins and 12-guest charter capacity
- +Large beam for a 43m yacht
- +Beach club, deck jacuzzi, and water toys
- +Low draft suits shallow charter grounds
Cons
- −Public specs conflict on length, cabins, and guest count
- −Performance varies widely across sources
- −Older platform despite refit
- −Value depends heavily on charter rate
- −No consensus on original propulsion layout
FONERS has strong presence and heritage, with an exterior proportion that still reads well for a 2000-built yacht. Current charter listings describe a 43m monohull with a 9.2m beam, and the 2023 refit helps keep the presentation relevant for modern charter use.
On the water, the most credible current charter data points to comfortable cruising around 14-15 knots, while legacy technical sources describe a much faster former military configuration. For charter guests, the practical takeaway is that today she should be viewed as a stable, capable Mediterranean motor yacht rather than a modern high-performance superyacht.
Comfort is a clear strength: 5 cabins for up to 12 guests, 6 crew, air conditioning, wifi, a deck jacuzzi, beach club, and a strong toy list all support family or group charters. The main caution is data inconsistency across public databases, especially on length, cabin count, and engine history, so buyers and charterers should verify the exact onboard configuration before booking.
Value is best judged against the refit and charter package rather than age alone. FONERS offers unusual pedigree and broad guest capacity, but the mixed public specifications make precise comparison with similarly sized yachts difficult.
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