Yachts for Sale inVancouver

Blackfish Marine offers yachts for sale in Vancouver at Granville Island’s Maritime Mews, with direct False Creek access and in-water vessel viewing. We are the only authorized Ferretti Group dealer in the Pacific Northwest.

New factory-order and pre-owned vessels from Ferretti Yachts, Pershing, Riva, Sealine, Fjord, and Bayliner. BCYBA member brokerage.

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Official authorized dealer for six of the world's finest marine brands

Ferretti Yachts

Pershing

Riva

Sealine

Fjord

Bayliner

Available Yachts

Current Inventory

New factory-order and pre-owned vessels available through Blackfish Marine at Granville Island, Vancouver.

New yacht

2026 272 GTC Granfort

Status: Factory Order The 2026 272 GTC from Branfort offers everything you need for an incredible leisure experience. Elevate...

Pre-owned yacht

2018 Sealine C330 Cruiser

The 2018 Sealine C330, launched in 2019, is an exceptional express cruiser located in Saint-Paul-de-l’Île-aux-Noix, QC. This beautifully maintained yacht...

$440,000.00

New yacht

33ft 2026 Extreme Boats 986 Game King

Built for serious offshore performance, the 2026 Extreme Boats 986 Game King is a brand-new 33 ft vessel designed to...

$524,900.00

New yacht

52′ Leopard 52 sailing catamaran

Price: Please request The all-new Leopard 52 is the most versatile cruising catamaran in her class. Built for blue water...

New yacht

46′ Leopard 46 sailing catamaran

Price: Please request The new Leopard 46 sailing catamaran represent a significant upgrade from its predecessor, the Leopard 45. Building...

Pre-owned yacht

30′ 2006 Monterey 298SC Super Sport

Location: Surrey, British Columbia

TWIN MERCRUISER 350 MAG MPI – NEW ENGINES IN 2022 – DAVIT SYSTEM – SPACIOUS...

$79,000.00

Reading the Signals

Signs You’re Ready to Buy a Yacht in Vancouver

Buying a yacht is a high-consideration decision. These are the signals Vancouver buyers describe when they first contact us.

You’ve outgrown your current vessel.

Weekend cruises to the Gulf Islands or Desolation Sound feel constrained. Range, cabin capacity, or on-water comfort has become the limiting factor.

The chartering math has shifted.

You have been chartering regularly and the accumulated cost is approaching ownership territory. The question is no longer whether to own. It is which vessel and when.

You’re already moorage-shopping.

If you are researching slips in False Creek, Coal Harbour, or West Vancouver, you are not browsing. You are planning. Vessel choice and slip dimensions need to align.

Your cruising ambitions have expanded.

Extended Pacific Northwest passages are on the list: Georgia Strait, Desolation Sound, Johnstone Strait, or the BC Inside Passage. Your current boat is not equipped for those routes.

You’re relocating to Vancouver or the North Shore.

Buyers relocating from outside BC often want a vessel in the water before the May-to-September cruising window opens. Lead time is a real factor in what is available.

You’re not sure what’s right for BC conditions.

The Pacific Northwest has specific requirements. Many online listings do not address enclosed helm specifications or build quality for Georgia Strait crossings. That question belongs in a conversation with a local operator.

Local Market Reality

Why Buying a Yacht in Vancouver Is Different

Vancouver’s yacht market has conditions that do not apply in most other coastal cities. Tax treatment, moorage constraints, and the physical demands of BC coastal cruising all factor into what you should buy and how the purchase should be structured.

Transport Canada registration is not optional for financed vessels.

Any mortgaged vessel in BC must be Transport Canada registered. This is separate from BC pleasure craft licensing. Registration affects financing timelines and documentation requirements and should be built into the purchase schedule from the start, not handled at the last step. The paperwork sequence matters and varies depending on whether the vessel is pre-owned, new, or imported.

GST applies to all new vessel purchases. PST treatment varies.

GST is payable on all new vessel purchases in BC. PST exemptions may apply for vessels with a commercial-use configuration. Vancouver buyers unfamiliar with BC tax structure routinely underestimate total acquisition cost. We confirm tax treatment at the offer stage, not after the fact. For cross-border purchases or factory orders arriving via Port of Vancouver, importation duties also apply and should be factored in early.

Moorage and vessel specification need to be decided together.

Slip dimensions at Coal Harbour, False Creek, and Granville Island are finite and competitive. Some buyers need to know what slips are available before committing to a vessel length. Pacific Northwest conditions also favour enclosed helms and substantial range — Georgia Strait crossings, Johnstone Strait tidal passages, and winter rain are year-round realities. In our experience, the most common gap is between a vessel’s listed specification and what it actually takes to run BC coastal routes comfortably through all seasons.

Buyer considerations by local factor

Factor

Why It Matters in Vancouver, BC

What to Clarify Before Buying

Transport Canada Registration Required for mortgaged vessels and international cruising; affects financing and documentation timelines Is the vessel already registered? Will it be financed?

GST and PST on New Vessels GST applies to all new purchases; PST exemptions possible for commercial-use configurations Confirm tax treatment with broker before signing

Moorage Availability Limited slips in Coal Harbour, False Creek, and Granville Island; slip dimensions constrain vessel choice Secure moorage before or alongside purchase

Pacific Northwest Sea Conditions Georgia Strait and Johnstone Strait require enclosed helm, range, and proven seakeeping Confirm hull specification for open-water BC routes

BC Pleasure Craft Licensing Required for vessels with 10 or more HP; separate from vessel registration Confirm operator card status before delivery

Your Acquisition Path

New Build, Factory Order, or Pre-Owned

Buyers approaching this decision fall into one of four pathways. The right one depends on timing, specification requirements, and what is currently in the market. We lay out each path honestly so you can make an informed decision before committing to anything.

Pre-Owned Vessels

4–12 weeks from viewing to delivery

Current pre-owned inventory includes a 2018 Ferretti Yachts 550 (CAD $1,580,000) and a 2025 Sessa Marine F47 (CAD $1,480,000), alongside additional brokerage listings. Pre-owned vessels are surveyed, in-water, and available for viewing at Granville Island or the listing marina. In BC, pre-owned transactions typically move fastest between March and May, ahead of the main cruising season.

Factory-Order New Builds

6–18 months depending on brand and model

As the only authorized Ferretti Group dealer in the Pacific Northwest, Blackfish Marine provides direct access to factory-order configuration for Ferretti Yachts (500, 580, 670, 720), Pershing (5X, 6X, 7X, 8X), and Riva. We also hold authorized dealer status for Sealine, Fjord, and Bayliner. Factory-configured vessels to these specifications are not available through any other BC brokerage or aggregator listing. Lead times from European builders should account for Pacific Northwest delivery logistics; vessels arrive via Port of Vancouver and are commissioned at Granville Island.

Cross-Border Acquisition

8–16 weeks including importation

US buyers from Washington and Oregon purchasing through Blackfish navigate CAD/USD currency exchange and Transport Canada importation requirements. We manage this process from initial inquiry through to Canadian registration and delivery. For vessels located outside Canada requiring Transport Canada documentation, the additional steps are handled end-to-end and the timeline is flagged at offer acceptance.

Upgrade and Trade-In

Concurrent with brokerage listing

Existing owners looking to move up can list their current vessel through our brokerage at the same time as a new purchase. Timing and condition determine whether the two transactions run in parallel or in sequence. If you are considering this route, selling your yacht through Blackfish Marine begins with a complimentary valuation. The same team handles both sides, which simplifies the transition.

Pathway

Best For

Typical Timeline

Pre-Owned Brokerage Buyers wanting immediate availability; known vessel history; established price point 4–12 weeks from viewing to delivery

Factory-Order New Build Buyers configuring to specification; Ferretti Group brand preference; no acceptable pre-owned in market 6–18 months depending on brand and model

Cross-Border Acquisition US buyers from WA/OR; vessels located outside Canada requiring Transport Canada documentation 8–16 weeks including importation and registration

Upgrade Trade-In Existing owners moving up; condition and market timing dependent Concurrent with brokerage listing of current vessel

Step by Step

From First Call to Delivery

Six stages, each managed by Blackfish Marine from our Granville Island office. Here is exactly what happens from needs assessment to commissioning at your moorage.

Needs assessment consultation.

In-person at our Granville Island office or by appointment at your marina. We establish cruising intent (Gulf Islands day-use, extended Desolation Sound passages, or offshore BC routes) alongside budget parameters, moorage situation, and vessel preference. This conversation shapes everything that follows. No obligation at this stage.

Inventory matching and active search.

We review current pre-owned listings alongside factory-order availability across Ferretti Group, Sealine, and Fjord. For buyers with specific requirements, we conduct an active search across BCYBA network channels and international brokerage inventory. You should not be doing this search yourself — the network access and comparable sales data are not available to buyers directly.

Vessel viewing and sea trial.

In-water viewing at Granville Island or the listing marina. Sea trials are conducted in Burrard Inlet or False Creek. For factory-order vessels, factory visits to Italy or the UK can be arranged for buyers who want to see the build in progress. For buyers purchasing from outside BC, we provide detailed condition reports before the viewing trip is made.

Independent survey and valuation.

We coordinate an independent marine survey with a Transport Canada-recognised surveyor. Through our relationship with VTS Marine, we can also provide an in-house technical assessment alongside the independent survey. Survey findings are reviewed with you before negotiation proceeds. Nothing moves to offer until you have a clear picture of vessel condition.

Offer, negotiation, and documentation.

Purchase agreement, Transport Canada registration or licensing, GST and PST confirmation, insurance verification for moorage compliance. Port of Vancouver and BC marina insurance requirements are addressed at this stage. Nothing moves to closing until documentation is complete and verified on both sides.

Delivery and commissioning.

Vessel delivery to your chosen moorage. Full commissioning, systems walkthrough, and a Pacific Northwest-specific orientation covering the routes and conditions relevant to how you will use the boat. Buyers targeting a May launch should plan for a March or April purchase completion to allow for commissioning time. Ongoing service is available through our VTS Marine relationship.

Why Buyers Choose Us

Why Vancouver Buyers Choose Blackfish Marine

The only authorized Ferretti Group dealer in the Pacific Northwest.

No other BC brokerage holds authorization to factory-order or represent Ferretti Yachts, Pershing, or Riva in this region. That authorization is not shared and cannot be replicated through an independent broker. If a Ferretti Group vessel is your target, this is the only pathway to factory access in BC.

Broadest authorized brand access on BC’s coast.

In addition to the Ferretti Group, we hold authorized dealer status for Sealine, Fjord, and Bayliner. Our yacht brokerage services operate under BC Yacht Brokers Association standards. No single brokerage on BC’s coast carries this combination of authorized new-build access across multiple manufacturer relationships.

Active maritime operators, not a desk-based dealership.

Blackfish Marine runs BC-licensed yacht charters and builds custom aluminum hulls through our Blackfish Aluminum division. We operate on BC waters year-round. That operational background informs how we advise buyers on vessel selection for Pacific Northwest conditions. It is not theoretical knowledge — it comes from operating on these routes, in these conditions, across multiple seasons.

In-house technical capability through VTS Marine.

Our VTS Marine partnership provides technical assessment before purchase and ongoing service through the ownership cycle. The team that helps you buy the vessel is the same team that services it. This continuity matters at survey time and at every maintenance interval after delivery.

Single point of contact from first call to delivery.

Buyer inquiries receive a response within one business day. From needs assessment through to commissioning at your moorage, you have one contact and not a handoff chain. At this price point and complexity level, that consistency is not a nicety. It is what makes the transaction manageable.

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Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a yacht cost in Vancouver?

Pre-owned motor yachts in the Vancouver market range widely based on brand, age, length, and specification. Current pre-owned listings at Blackfish Marine include a 2018 Ferretti Yachts 550 at CAD $1,580,000 and a 2025 Sessa Marine F47 at CAD $1,480,000. Factory-order new builds from Ferretti Group are priced in EUR and converted at point of sale with GST added; contact us for current CAD pricing on any specific model. Aggregator listings show USD prices; all transactions at Blackfish are quoted in CAD.

How much is my yacht worth in the BC market?

The four things Vancouver buyers most commonly underestimate at the start:

Transport Canada registration is required for any mortgaged vessel and for vessels cruising internationally, including into US waters. This is separate from BC pleasure craft licensing and directly affects financing timelines.
Moorage availability in False Creek, Coal Harbour, and Granville Island is limited. Confirm available slip dimensions before committing to a vessel length, or enter a waitlist at the same time as your purchase.
Pacific Northwest sea conditions favour enclosed-helm vessels with substantial range. Buyers transitioning from interior lake or California coastal boating should factor this into vessel specification requirements.
Marine survey by a recognised surveyor is standard practice and typically required by lenders. We coordinate this as part of the acquisition process.

For buyers who want to experience Pacific Northwest conditions before committing to a purchase, yacht charters in Vancouver are available through our charter operation from Granville Island.

What is the process for buying a yacht in Canada?

The standard process: offer and acceptance on a purchase agreement; independent survey; negotiation of survey findings; Transport Canada documentation (registration or licensing depending on use); insurance placement; funds transfer and closing. For vessels being imported into Canada, whether US-documented or ordered from a European factory, Transport Canada importation documentation adds a step. We handle this end-to-end. GST is payable on all new vessel purchases at point of sale. PST treatment depends on commercial or recreational use configuration and is confirmed before signing.

Do I need a licence to operate a yacht in British Columbia?

BC requires a Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC) for operators of any vessel with 10 or more horsepower. This is the operator licence and is separate from vessel registration. Transport Canada vessel registration is required for mortgaged vessels and those cruising in foreign waters, including the San Juan Islands and Puget Sound in Washington State. BC pleasure craft licensing covers recreational use within Canada. Vancouver buyers who extend cruises into US waters need both Canadian vessel documentation and US cruising clearance confirmed before departure.

What are the ongoing costs of owning a yacht in Vancouver?

The primary ongoing costs are: moorage (False Creek, Coal Harbour, and Granville Island are among the higher-cost marinas on BC’s coast), hull and liability insurance (liveaboard coverage is a separate policy), fuel, annual maintenance and haul-out, and winter lay-up where applicable. Vancouver’s mild Pacific climate means some owners maintain year-round in-water moorage; antifouling schedules, winter storm exposure in Burrard Inlet, and marina waitlists are BC-specific planning factors. Ferretti Group new builds carry manufacturer warranty coverage; ongoing maintenance is supported through our VTS Marine service relationship.

What is the difference between a pre-owned yacht and a factory-order yacht?

A pre-owned vessel has documented history, is available for survey and sea trial, and is priced to reflect age, condition, and the current market. The acquisition timeline is measured in weeks. A factory-order yacht is configured to the buyer’s specification from the manufacturer, is brand new with full warranty coverage, and is available only through an authorized brand dealer. In BC, Blackfish Marine holds Ferretti Group dealer authorization (Ferretti Yachts, Pershing, Riva) for the entire Pacific Northwest. Lead times from European builders range from six to eighteen months. Orders placed for summer delivery should account for Pacific Northwest commissioning time after the vessel arrives via Port of Vancouver.

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Call 604-669-8081 or fill in your details. We respond to all seller inquiries within one business day.

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