Island Pilot embraces Volvo Penta IPS 600 Drives!

After building 5 Island Pilot IPS drive IP435s, we have decided that in keeping with our philosophy of using only the best solutions, whether it’s refrigeration, navigation or power train, to continue building only IPS drive Island Pilots.

For those still desiring an Island Pilot with stern drives, hull numbers 1 thru 17 have those drive systems. Most likely, they will, sooner or later, be coming onto the resale market. Already, #05 has resold for 92% or her purchase price.

Island Pilot is looking for an adventuresome boater to purchase the first Island Pilot 555.

This exciting new project was conceived as a way to provide those who like the Island Pilots - their style - their performance - their economy - with something big enough to house Two Equal Master Staterooms.

The result is the IP555. She’ll have a layout similar to the 1SR - except that the galley/great room forward of the helm will be split level with both the galley and the dining area. A day head is located just forward of the dinette.

Forward of the great room is a full-sized master with ensuite head and shower. Aft of the great room is another full-sized master with ensuite head and shower. There is no flipping a coin to see who gets the “mountain view” and who, the “parking lot.”

The deck house is 3 feet wider and 3 feet longer - and since no dining is planned here, has a full-sized convertible sectional sofa and easy chairs, along with the lower helm station.

The after cockpit is larger, too - in both directions. An L-shaped stairway leads to the bridge - also king-sized with seating for 12. Under the stair, is an additional entry into the “in-law” cabin aft - suitable as an office, for crew, for kids, or the mother-in-law! Has it’s own ensuite head and shower.

Under the cockpit are a pair of the IPS2 900 drives. This way, Island Pilot will continue to give you the performance (30 knots plus) and economy (45 gph or .6 NM/Gal) - both unheard of in a cruising yacht of this size. The NM/Gal is more in line with cruising yachts the size of the IP435! There will be a real WOW factor to the IP555. Contact us for more info.

The DSe 12m is America’s first cruising yacht using Solar-Diesel-Electric drive.

How does 6 knots using NO FUEL sound? How about SILENT RUNNING? Or, living on the hook for months at a time without starting the generator? CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS.

Our NEW Fort Myers Station is now open. We will be rigging all southern boats here and will be open for servicing ALL Island Pilots. Contact our new, full-time Service Manager, Steve Creel, for further information at: steve@islandpilot.com

Steve came to Island Pilot after an extended stint running a kitchen in Mississippi serving Katrina victims. A life-long boater and a contributor to the boating press, Steve has worked with both Marlow Yachts and Grand Banks and brings years of experience to the Island Pilot family. For owners, he is available 24/7 and is the first one to call.

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