This 1997 De Ruiter Kruiser 8.5 is offered for sale in Aprilia Marittima on MarineDirect, Europe's premium marketplace for yachts, motorboats, and sailboats. The listing presents 8.50 m of luxury cruising capability with used condition presentation and transparent seller contact.

Boat overview

Designed for owners who value refined Mediterranean cruising, this power boats combines practical deck layouts with comfortable interior volume. Buyers searching for De Ruiter yachts in Aprilia Marittima will appreciate direct access to specifications, photography, and seller details without intermediary friction.

Features & comfort

The vessel accommodates 1 with berths and bathroom arrangements suited to family cruising or owner-operated weekends. Equipment and finishes reflect used upkeep — review the equipment section for navigation, deck, and domestic systems included in the sale.

Performance & engineering

Powered by Vetus M10, the yacht delivers confident coastal passages and efficient harbour manoeuvring. Length of 8.50 m positions this model competitively within the De Ruiter range for buyers comparing similar power boats inventory across Croatia, Greece, Spain, Italy, and France.

Navigation equipment

Navigation, safety, and communication equipment should be verified during survey. MarineDirect encourages buyers to request service records, engine hour logs, and recent yard invoices to validate operational readiness before closing.

Condition & ownership history

Condition is declared as Used. Ask the seller for maintenance summaries, antifouling dates, and any structural or cosmetic work completed in the last two seasons. A professional survey is recommended for all pre-owned purchases above entry-level price points.

Mediterranean market context

Aprilia Marittima remains one of the most active regions for De Ruiter resales, with strong demand from owner-operators and family crews upgrading into flybridge and sport-cruiser platforms. Inventory at this price point typically moves when photography, maintenance records, and VAT documentation are presented clearly — all of which MarineDirect surfaces on this listing page.

Survey, sea trial, and handover

We recommend scheduling a sea trial in settled weather and commissioning an independent survey before contract signing. Confirm mooring arrangements, insurance transferability, and any seasonal lift or antifouling work due within twelve months. Sellers on MarineDirect can often coordinate local berthing for inspections without obligating you to travel before basic questions are answered.

Ownership and registration

Registration path depends on buyer residency and intended flag state. European buyers frequently keep vessels within EU VAT-paid status when cruising seasonally; non-EU buyers should validate import duties and temporary admission rules with a marine lawyer. Request the seller's bill of sale chain, lien search results, and equipment inventory signed at handover.

Why compare similar listings

Use the related listings below to benchmark De Ruiter Kruiser 8.5 values in Aprilia Marittima and neighbouring hubs. Matching by brand, geography, and price band helps you judge whether this 1997 example is competitively positioned. MarineDirect refreshes published inventory continuously so you can monitor new arrivals without repeating broad marketplace searches.

Buying through MarineDirect

MarineDirect connects serious buyers with private sellers and brokers across Europe. Use the inquiry tools on this page to discuss price, availability, and handover logistics for this De Ruiter Kruiser 8.5 in Aprilia Marittima. Comparable listings in the same brand, region, and price band are linked below for side-by-side evaluation.