2018 Palm Beach 55 Boat in Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480 US
Built in 2018
55
2 Engines (2x Volvo)
60 feet
Diesel
Fiberglass/Reinforced
2018 Palm Beach Motor Yachts PB55 - SWEET KAREN
SWEET KAREN is a beautifully maintained 2018 Palm Beach PB55 that has been exceptionally well cared for and thoughtfully upgraded by an owner who has continued to invest in the yacht since 2019.
She has been maintained by a full-time crew since September 2019, with regular washing, detailing, preventative maintenance, and scheduled shipyard service. The result is a yacht that shows the benefit of consistent ownership and attention to detail. Complete service records and maintenance logs dating back to 2019 are available.
The yacht has also received an extensive program of upgrades designed to make her a more capable and comfortable cruising platform. Highlights include a Starlink Marine system, upgraded entertainment and connectivity throughout the yacht, a watermaker with dockside treatment system, dedicated scuba air compressor, additional refrigeration in the VIP stateroom, and extensive custom storage throughout. The original bowrider seat was converted to a large forward storage locker, while additional storage was added throughout the staterooms, galley, helm and cockpit.
On deck, the yacht features Awlcraft Palm Beach Cream non-skid, a refinished Midnight Blue hull with Claret Red boot stripe, fiberglass-encased teak toe rail, custom tow cleats, upgraded lighting, a padded forward sun lounge, and all-new exterior canvas. The Sirocco tender is equipped with a Yamaha 9.9 HP outboard and is carried in the dedicated tender garage. A Seakeeper gyro provides additional comfort underway, while the Opacmare Transformer swim platform makes getting in and out of the water easy.
SWEET KAREN is also exceptionally well equipped for extended cruising, with a watermaker, Starlink, scuba compressor, air compressor with Kahlenberg air horns, EPIRB, six-person life raft, and numerous system and safety enhancements. Recent mechanical work includes servicing of the Volvo D11 engines and IPS2 drives by a Volvo-certified dealer in March 2025, along with Seakeeper service and new starting batteries for the engines and generator in 2025. New bottom paint was completed in February 2026.
Inside, the PB55 offers a comfortable three-stateroom, two-head layout with a galley-up design, stand-up helm, and generous storage. The guest accommodations have been thoughtfully modified, including a bunk-bed configuration with substantial drawer storage, while custom cabinetry and storage solutions throughout make excellent use of the yacht's available space.
SWEET KAREN is a PB55 that has clearly benefited from a long-term ownership approach focused on maintenance, preservation, and making the yacht better. She is extensively equipped, thoughtfully upgraded, and ready for her next owner to simply step aboard and go cruising.
Construction
- Custom Layout with Galley Up and 3 Staterooms: midship Master Stateroom (athwartship) and Custom port Stateroom
- Custom fiberglass keel protector
- Stand-up Helm
- All bulkheads and fixed furniture are structurally bonded to the hull and deck for superior strength and rigidity
- All exterior strength steel fittings are 316 marine-grade stainless steel
- Enclosed hardtop - GRP double moulded with electric sliding windows (port, starboard & aft) using toughened glass
- Full Burmese Teak interior
- Hull & superstructure are built using the latest technology in composite boat construction. E-Glass, Corcell® and Airex® foam, Duflex paneling, stitched multi-axial fabric, vinylester and epoxy resins are used to produce an extremely strong and lightweight hull.
- Hull color: Flag Blue, Upgrade
- Bootstripe color: PB Cream
- Antifouling paint: (2) coats Micron Extra 2 #YBC 704 Black
- Watertight collision bulkhead located in the bow
Cockpit & Exterior
- Bow Rider with seat cushion
- Bow Sunbed
- Esthec synthetic Teak decking at cockpit, swim platform, fore decks, sidedecks and bow rider; Color: "Honey"
- Non-Skid: "Moon Dust" Non-Skid on cabin trunk
- Full Bow Rail
- Sun Awning, fixed at cockpit
- (4) Italian Deck Chairs
- Custom pedestal Cockpit Table with high gloss finish
- Aft-facing Settee, Custom with storage drawers
- (1) unit Isotherm DR160 Fridge/Freezer drawer with built-in Icemaker at cockpit locker
- Opacmare Transformer Swim Platform: carbon fiber with dinghy chocks, tie downs & cleats
- Mooring cleats stainless steel—aft quarter, mid, & bow
- Sirocco 3.1 inflatable RIP tender with Yamaha 20hp 4-stroke, tiller-steer outboard motor
- Tender Garage
- Swim Platform Rail, stainless steel stable rail
- Stainless steel anchor
- Large anchor locker
- Electric anchor windlass with remote at helm
- Bow roller, stainless steel - self-launching
- Cockpit courtesy lights
- Cockpit cover
- Cockpit shower with fresh hot/cold water
- Cockpit wet bar with Silestone counter with AC/DC refrigerator, freezer, sink, storage
- Designated glassware cabinet
- Dock lines (6) and fenders (3) with covers
- Double transom doors
- Fwd Flagpole
- Transom flag with varnished flagpole
- Freshwater washdown
- Gas struts on all deck hatches
- Hatch and windscreen covers
- Navigational mast, hinged
- Hardtop handrail, stainless steel
- Forward-facing cockpit seat with teak table finished in high-gloss varnish
- Stainless steel handrails
- Marine-grade upholstery with Sunbrella canvas covers
Engine & Mechanical Equipment
- Twin Volvo IPS 950 @ 725hp each with Dynamic Positioning System
- Bow Thruster, Sleipner Side-Power SEP 170/250
- Seakeeper Gyro M9000 Stabilizer System, single station
- Rope Cutters
- Acoustic engine sound shield
- Air conditioning units: 2x 24,000 BTU self-contained
- Anti-vibration mounts on engine supports
- Bilge Pump: Automatic 100L/min with manual override (4)
- Composite skin fittings & ball valves, double clamped on all through-hull fittings on or below the waterline
- Electric trim tabs with indicators
- Fuel tank, integral composite with gauge at helm
- Internal seawater strainers for main engines, generators and air conditioning intakes
- Fuel shut-off valves
- Holding tank with macerator and dockside discharge
- Horn 24V electric
- Pressurized freshwater system (24V) hot/cold
- Racor fuel/water separator
- Freshwater sanitation system (2x 24V toilet)
- Hot water heater 75L
- Water Filter for freshwater system with UV light
Electrical Equipment
- Electrical System: 120V/240V, 60hZ, 24V DC, 50-amp
- AC outlets plus (1) additional 110V in Engine Room
- Vimar Outlets & Switches
- Underwater Lights: (4) units OceanLED; (2) Blue & (2) White
- Sidedeck Walkthrough Lights: Courtesy Lights in walkthrough stair risers
- Custom 24V and 240V 110V distribution panels with amp and volt meters
- House batteries: deep cycle AGM
- Engine start batteries: AGM
- Battery paralleling system for emergency engine starting
- Battery switches electronic isolators
- Genset start battery: AGM
- Shore power inlets: 1x 50A/240V
- Generator, Fischer Panda 15,000i mounted on subframe and installed with gas water separator for noise reduction
- DC battery charger 30amp x 24V
- Inverter, 4.000 watt/charger 100amp x 24V
- Engine monitors including instrumentation, alarms & hour meters
- LED overhead lights
Helm Area
- Teak Dash & Helm: finished in Teak, upgrade
- Ergonomically designed helm station, electronic instrument panel, teak steering wheel and custom helm seating
- Windscreen, clear tempered glass with (3) E-type pantograph wipers, 24V motors with synchronized variable speed control and freshwater washers
- Helmseat, Stbd: Custom standing helmseat with custom steering wheel, flip-down footrest
- Helmseat, Port
Utility Room
- Removable Shelves
- Custom lip on edge to keep bins in place
Electronics & Entertainment
Volvo Navigation Package:
- (2) units 8617 Glass Cockpit
- Garmin Autopilot
Garmin Navigation Package:
- GSD 24 Fishfinder/Sounder
- GMR X-HD 24" Dome Radar
- Garmin 300 VHF with Speaker
- (2) Engine Room Cameras
- AIS 600
- Garmin WiFi Adaptor
Additionally:
- FLIR M-625XP Night Vision Camera, Premium multi-sensor thermal night vision camera with joystick control unit
- Remote Docking Station at port Cockpit locker with Windlass control and Sunbrella cover
- Sea Fire Suppression System
- CO2 Monitors in Staterooms and Salon
- Shorepower Inlet at bow, 50-amp
- Windlass Foot Switch on deck
- Sirius SAT Radio & Weather
- Searchlight/Spotlight, Marinco #22040A Searchlight
- Satellite TV: KVH Satellite TV M-5 with 2 DirecTV boxes (Salon & Master Stateroom); Guest Stateroom TV connected to Salon TV
- Audio: Yamaha Home Theater system and Blu-Ray DVD player
- Cockpit and salon split speaker system
- 43" Samsung retractable TV in Salon
- 40" Samsung TV in Master Stateroom
- 32" Samsung TV in VIP Guest Stateroom
- Wine Enthusiast Silent 12 Bottle Wine Cooler/Fridge under bunk in port Guest Stateroom (3rd SR)
Salon
- Custom carpet salon with acoustic underlay
- Custom Ultraleather upholstery
- LED overhead lighting
- Solid teak cabinetry with satin finish
- Storage lockers positive locking hardware
- Teak Table, high-gloss varnish with movable base
- 43" Samsung retractable TV at starboard side behind helm seat
- Privacy Shades/Blinds, Black Textalene on all windows except aft windows & door
- Skylight Hatches with retractable shades
- Valances for Blinds on all Salon side & aft windows
Galley
- Miele 24" 3-burner Cooktop KM5820
- Mile Speed Oven H6200BM
- (1) unit Isotherm DR160 2-drawer Refrigerators
- LED overhead lighting
- Refrigerator AC/DC compatible
- Under-bench recessed disposal bin with Silestone cover
- Solid Silestone countertop incorporating a recessed stainless steel Franke sink with designer Blanco Zenos pull-out faucet
- Plate rack with cupholders
- Water purification system
Master Stateroom & Head
- Full Teak Fit-Out
- Custom Island berth with foam mattress
- Custom carpet with acoustic underlay
- 40" Samsung TV
- Safe Box: Mesa Safe electronic security MHRC916E-WHT, under berth
- Hanging locker with storage & mirrors
- Hull headliners
- LED overhead lighting
- Premium quality custom upholstery
- Reading lights
- Solid teak cabinetry with satin finish
- Overhead hatch with privacy blind & screen
- Storage lockers with positive locking hardware
- Under-berth storage drawers
- Ensuite, fully-enclosed, composed of a shower stall with glass partition, frameless glass door and teak flooring. Vanity cabinet incorporates a solid Silestone top, mirror, storage, custom Silestone above-counter basin and designer faucet.
- Macerating toilet with teak seat
- Chrome towel rails (1)
VIP Stateroom
- V-Berth, Fwd
- Samsung 32" TV
- Custom carpet with acoustic underlay
- Dressing cabinets & mirrors
- Hull headliners
- LED overhead lighting
- Premium quality custom upholstery
- Reading lights
- Custom portholes
- Solid teak cabinetry with satin finish
- Square Lewmar overhead hatch
- Storage lockers with positive locking hardware
- Under-berth storage drawers
Guest Stateroom
- Accordion Entry Door
- Single Berth
- Custom 950-mm Teak Handgrip on ceiling
- Custom Wine Cooler/Fridge under bunk, Wine Enthusiast Silent 12 Bottle
- Dressing cabinets & mirrors
- Locker storage
- Hull headliners
- LED overhead lighting
- Premium quality custom upholstery
- Reading lights
- Custom portholes
- Solid teak cabinetry with satin finish
- Overhead hatch
- Storage lockers with positive locking hardware
- Under-berth storage drawers
Guest Head
- Fully enclosed, traditional design with contemporary finishes incorporating a solid Silestone vanity top, stainless steel above-counter basin and designer faucet
- Mirror
- LED overhead lighting
- Shower stall with glass partition, frameless glass door and automatic sump pump
- Teak flooring
- Solid teak cabinetry with satin finish
- Square Lewmar overhead tinted hatch
- Storage lockers positive locking hardware
- Macerating porcelain toilet with teak seat
- Toilet roll holder, accessories and wall-mounted brush holder
- Towel rails, chrome (2)
Safety
- (2) Fire extinguishers
- Throwable life ring
- Flare kit
- First aid kit
- (8) Life jackets
- (1) Boat Hook
Interior
Flooring:
- Teak Flooring in Salon, Galley, Helm, Head & Shower
- Sisal Carpet in Staterooms & Companionway
Countertops:
- Galley Countertops in Silestone "Black Stardust"
- Cockpit Locker Countertops in Silestone "Black Stardust"
- Head Countertops in Silestone "Tigris Sand"
Additionally:
- Full Teak Fit-Out on Master Stateroom and Companionway Bulkheads
- Distressed High UV Ultraleather Fabric on Salon, Helm, Bowrider, Cockpit & Sunpad
- Custom Teak Grab Rail on starboard bulkhead companionway staircase
Since 2019, Sweet Karen has benefited from an extensive program of upgrades, custom enhancements, and preventative maintenance. The work has been focused on improving cruising capability, onboard amenities, storage, reliability, and long-term vessel preservation.
The yacht has been maintained to a high standard with a full-time crew since September 2019, along with scheduled washing, detailing, and cleaning, and regular shipyard service intervals.
DECK & EXTERIOR
- Awlgrip Awlcraft Palm Beach Cream non-skid applied to all deck surfaces
- Teak toe rail fully fiberglass-encased and painted to match the deck
- Hull refinished in Awlgrip Awlcraft Midnight Blue with Claret Red boot stripe
- Original bowrider seat converted into a dedicated forward bow storage locker
- Custom transom tow cleats installed, rated to 20,000 lbs. breaking strength
- Additional skiff locker and intermediate jackshaft access hatches installed
- Expanded storage solutions for washdown equipment
- Cockpit settee storage modified to increase usable volume
- Yamaha 9.9 HP outboard installed on Sirocco inflatable tender
- Custom LED spreader lighting installed for enhanced swimstep illumination
- Custom forward salon half-wraparound sun cover
MACHINERY & CRUISING SYSTEMS
- Custom two-drawer refrigerator/freezer installed in VIP stateroom with seawater-cooled compressor
- Yachtpro SCUBA air compressor installed in machinery room
- FCI Aquamiser watermaker with dockside treatment system installed
- Dedicated air compressor installed with Kahlenberg air horns and cockpit air jack
INTERIOR & STORAGE
- Extensive custom storage enhancements throughout the yacht
- VIP stateroom lockers extended aft
- Additional access hatches added to stateroom companionway
- Storage locker added to port helm seat steps
- Custom appliance storage added to galley
- Single port bunk converted to bunk-bed configuration, with four-drawer storage beneath lower bunk
- Custom enclosure installed for master stateroom television
ENTERTAINMENT & CONNECTIVITY
- Starlink Marine antenna installed
- URC remote-control system installed throughout salon and staterooms
- Integrated media computer and switching system supporting:
- Apple TV
- SiriusXM
- Plex movie server
- DirecTV
- Bluetooth
- Additional onboard media sources
SAFETY & SYSTEM ENHANCEMENTS
- EPIRB installed
- Six-person life raft with custom stainless-steel cradle installed on overhead deck
- Custom fiberglass jackshaft enclosures installed in shaftways
- Standalone fire bottles installed in machinery room and bow thruster compartment
RECENT MECHANICAL MAINTENANCE
- Volvo D11 Main Engines
- Engine service completed at 1,338 hours
- Main engine heat exchangers serviced
- Raw water pumps serviced
- Supercharger belts replaced
- Work completed by a Volvo-certified dealer in March 2025
- Volvo IPS2 Drives
- Drive units serviced
- Shaft seals replaced
- Work completed by a Volvo-certified dealer in March 2025
ELECTRICAL / STARTING SYSTEMS
- New starting batteries installed for main engines and generator in May 2025
- Seakeeper
- Seakeeper serviced by an authorized service technician in March 2025
DOCUMENTATION & CARE
- Full-time crew maintained aboard since September 2019
- Regular washing, detailing, and cleaning program
- Routine shipyard service intervals
- Complete service records and routine maintenance log available dating back to September 2019
A WELL-CARED-FOR, EXTENSIVELY ENHANCED PALM BEACH 55
Carole Lyn represents a Palm Beach 55 that has received significant investment in cruising capability, storage, comfort, connectivity, safety, and preventative maintenance. The extensive list of custom modifications and documented mechanical service reflects an ownership approach centered on keeping the yacht properly maintained, upgraded, and ready for extended cruising.
- Rule 2000 bilge pump
- Sure, flow blaster washdown pump
- Whale sump pump, grey water pump
- Two Volvo serpentine belts
- Palm Beach documents bag empty
- Oil removal tool
- 50-amp 125 male electrical connector
- Spare Zink's six
- One main engine, Oil Filter
- Large O-rings two
- Spare whale waist pump
- Two engine impellers
- Two Propeller nuts
- Two Recor lids large with gaskets
- Volvo aluminum sink plate
- One water maker filter
- Spare water maker fittings
- Caulking, sealing de bonding kit
- Spare paint
- Spare material for aft deck chairs
- Spare windshield wiper blades
- Two main engine, Recor bowls
- Refer compressor capacitor start relay
- Zip quake control box
- Main engine raw water pump
- Generator fuel pump
- LINAK actuator programmer
- Zip, wake servo kit
- Spare raw water strainer for pumps, large plastic
- Spare Shure flow water pump
- Dive compressor, fill whips
- Head faucet
- Two carbon monoxide alarms
- Three smoke/CO2 combo detectors
- Three freshwater filters
- One water maker carbon filter
- Spare lightbulbs
- Spare panel fasteners
- IPS exhaust O-rings
- Miscellaneous hardware and switches
- Refrigerator circulation pump head
- Reading light hinges, and door latches
- Dive compressor spares
- Large roll of plastic
- Spare main engine water pump with slight water leak
- Generator spares box with fuel filter, bowl belt, impeller water pump
- Two Recor main engine filters
- Spare oil and coolant for engines and generator
- Spare vacuum pump oil
- Length of 2-inch hard wall hose
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/9/26 | Initial price | $1,895,000 |
Palm Beach 55: BoatTEST Review
Overview
The Palm Beach 55, a distinguished express cruiser from Palm Beach Yachts, a division of Grand Banks, exemplifies refined craftsmanship, style, and versatility. Available in three distinct layouts—including two or three cabins and options for galley up or galley down—this yacht is designed to accommodate a variety of cruising preferences. Its premium fit and finish establish it as a standout vessel in its class.
Exterior Design and Cockpit
The yacht's 96-square-foot cockpit immediately impresses with its spaciousness and thoughtful design. Forward-facing seating is mounted at the transom behind a gloss-finished wood table supported by stainless steel pedestals, with storage conveniently located beneath the seats. To port, a cabinet houses a stainless steel sink recessed into a silestone countertop, complemented by a refrigerator and ice maker concealed behind matching doors. On the starboard side, a double-wide out-facing seat offers additional seating and storage. The entire cockpit is sheltered by an extended hardtop measuring 5 feet 2 inches, while natural teak decking and storage compartments integrated into the side bulwarks enhance both aesthetics and functionality. Removable stanchions can be added to the cap rails to support a bimini top if desired. Access to the 4-foot-9-inch deep teak-covered swim platform is provided via sliding gates on both port and starboard sides, with an 8-inch step facilitating complete walk-around capability. The platform features flip-up cleats at the corners, a reboarding ladder on the starboard side, and a removable staple-style rail on the trailing edge that can accommodate a table or grill, with flexibility to reposition the rail for tender launching.
Tender Garage and Access
A notable feature of the Palm Beach 55 is its tender garage, capable of housing a 10-foot-8-inch tender equipped with a 20-horsepower motor. The hatch mechanism is ingeniously designed to lift the stern of the tender, allowing it to slide out smoothly on installed rails and transition directly into the water. Even with the garage hatch open, access to the cockpit from either side remains unobstructed. Additionally, a day hatch in the cockpit sole facilitates tender loading when the garage is closed. The forward bulkhead of the cockpit is adorned with gloss-finished wood trim, underscoring the yacht's meticulous fit and finish.
Interior Living Spaces
Entering the salon through a bifold door reveals an elegant space featuring an L-shaped sofa to port that wraps around an expandable gloss-finished table on a fixed pedestal. Opposite, to starboard, two loveseats arranged floor and aft surround a high-gloss varnished teak table. A 42-inch flat-screen television rises from the forward seat back, with entertainment components discreetly stored beneath the helm seat. The cabinetry throughout is crafted from satin-finished solid teak, eschewing veneer for a premium feel. Custom carpeting with acoustic underlay enhances comfort, while ultra-leather upholstery in customizable colors adds to the refined ambiance. The salon's ceiling height reaches 6 feet 10 inches, with satin-finished wood trim framing large side windows and mounting LED lighting, contributing to excellent sight lines and an overall atmosphere of quality and attention to detail.
Galley and Utility
In the galley-up layout, the galley is positioned forward and to port, featuring a U-shaped silestone countertop with a single-basin stainless steel sink. The galley is equipped with its own water purification system and includes a double-burner induction cooktop, dishwasher, refrigerated drawers, and a convection microwave. Storage is ample, both above and below the counters. Ventilation is thoughtfully addressed through manually opening overhead hatches, dual aft windows flanking the doorway, and electrically actuated opening side windows, complete with a drip edge to prevent water ingress. Adjacent to the galley, a hatch in the deck leads to a utility room housing a combination washer-dryer and additional storage space, as well as the main battery switches.
Private Accommodations
Accessed via a centerline companionway, the lower deck accommodations begin with a fully forward master stateroom featuring an island berth with side steps for ease of entry. The master cabin is richly appointed with Burmese teak woodwork extending to the overhead and hatches, providing a warm and elegant environment. Headroom measures 6 feet 8 inches, with 3 feet 2 inches of clearance above the berth. Storage is abundant, including drawers beneath the berth, a large hanging locker to starboard, and a television to port. An overhead hatch supplies natural light and ventilation, while the trunk cabin’s subtle curvature aids in water runoff. The en suite master head is fully equipped with a separate walk-in shower and is accessed just to port of the entrance, featuring a 9-inch step down. The guest accommodations include over-under berths with storage drawers and an opening mirror, as well as a twin-berth stateroom to starboard with sliding berths that can be combined by relocating a center nightstand. Headroom in the guest areas remains at 6 feet 8 inches. Palm Beach offers alternative layouts below deck, including a full galley down configuration with twin beds in the starboard cabin, or a version with a smaller galley down, an office in the port space, an expanded master stateroom to starboard with a thwart ship’s berth, and a VIP forward cabin—ideal for two cruising couples.
Conclusion
The Palm Beach 55 is an undeniably beautiful yacht that combines premium-level fit and finish with versatile layout options and comfortable accommodations suitable for extended cruising or dockside entertaining. Its thoughtful design extends from the cockpit and tender garage to the richly appointed interior spaces. While this inspection focused on features and layout, the vessel’s handling in challenging conditions is notably impressive, as detailed in a separate review. Overall, the Palm Beach 55 represents a compelling example of craftsmanship and functionality in the express cruiser category.
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,895,000 | $640,000 | $399,000 | $269,900 | $149,900 | $89,800 |
| Location | Wrightsville Beach | Sneads Ferry | Beaufort | Beaufort | Atlantic Beach | Wilmington |
| Nominal Length | 60' | 41' | 37' | 32' | 24' | 27' |
| Draft | 4' | - | - | - | - | - |
| Engine Make | Volvo | Mercury | Cummins | Yamaha | Yamaha | Yamaha |
| Total Engine Power | 725 hp | 400 hp | 600 hp | 300 hp | 300 hp | 150 hp |
| Days on Market | 0 | 542 | 114 | 406 | 84 | 101 |
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2330 Shelter Island Drive, Suite 105, San Diego, CA, 92106
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