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Rima II review
Mega yacht · 162 ft (49 m) · Ibiza
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Key specs
- Builder
- Benetti
- Model
- Custom
- Length
- 162 ft (49 m)
- Guests
- 12
- Cabins
- 7
Verdict
A well-proportioned classic Benetti with strong charter appeal, Rima II combines timeless lines, generous guest space and a substantial refit history. Her age caps efficiency and modern technical refinement, but the layout and interior volume remain attractive for relaxed cruising.
Pros
- +Classic Benetti exterior with enduring styling
- +Large guest capacity in 7 cabins
- +Extensive refit and updated interior
- +Good range and solid semi-displacement profile
Cons
- −Older 1987 platform limits modern efficiency
- −Performance is respectable, not sporty
- −Value depends heavily on refit condition
- −Handling likely less refined than newer yachts
Rima II is a 49.5m Benetti custom yacht from 1987, with the kind of traditional Italian profile that has aged well. Publicly available reports describe a steel-hull, aluminium-superstructure build with a later rebuild/refit that refreshed the interior and guest areas, giving her a more modern feel inside than her build year suggests.
On the water, she is best understood as a capable classic motor yacht rather than a high-performance cruiser. Reported figures vary by source, but she is generally described with cruising speeds in the mid-teens and a top end in the low-20-knot range, which is strong for a yacht of this vintage, though not exceptional by current standards.
Comfort and livability are a clear strength. The 12-guest, 7-cabin arrangement is generous for a yacht of this size, and the layout is geared to private cruising and charter use rather than minimal-owner operation. The trade-off is that, despite refit work, the underlying 1980s platform will not match newer builds for systems efficiency, noise isolation, or low-maintenance operation.
Value is mixed: the yacht offers substantial volume, classic pedigree and proven charter-friendly accommodation, but buyers should weigh age, upkeep and technical modernization carefully. For those prioritizing character and space over cutting-edge technology, Rima II remains a compelling older superyacht.
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