1998 Custom 30 Gentleman's Racer For Sale
Brick Township, New Jersey
$249,900
$50K
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1998 Custom 30 Gentleman's Racer for Sale in Brick Township, New Jersey
1998 Custom 30 Gentleman's Racer BAD DONATO for Sale – Performance Meets Style in Brick, NJ
Unleash Your Adventurous Spirit with the 30 Gentleman's Racer
The 1998 Custom 30 Gentleman's Racer, presented by Panacea Yacht Group, is the ideal vessel for those seeking exhilarating performance combined with classic design. Powered by a MerCruiser 454 Horizon engine, this sleek runabout reaches top speeds of 50 knots, making it perfect for thrilling day trips or leisurely cruises along the coast. With its elegant lines and striking profile, the 30 Gentleman's Racer is sure to turn heads at any marina.
Designed for Performance and Comfort
BAD DONATO is not just about speed; it also offers a comfortable ride for you and your guests. The spacious cockpit is designed for easy movement and socializing, while the bow thruster ensures effortless maneuverability in tight spaces. Whether you're racing across the waves or enjoying a sunset cruise, the 30 Gentleman's Racer provides an unforgettable experience on the water.
Specifications – 1998 Custom 30 Gentleman's Racer BAD DONATO
Builder: Sam Donato
Model: 30 Gentleman's Racer
Year: 1998
Location: Brick, New Jersey, US
Length: 30 feet
Beam: 6.67 feet
Draft: 2.5 feet
Engine: MerCruiser 454 Horizon
Top Speed: 50 knots
Custom 1 of 1 Build !!
BAD DONATO is a numerous award winning, custom Sam Donato built, 1 of 1 gentleman’s racer. This “Mahogany Bullet” was hand built in 1998, her design is extremely unique and structurally built to aircraft standards with 4 layers of cold molded mahogany, using select Honduran Mahogany for the exterior planking. In total, over 1.8 MILES of mahogany planking was used in the build! A recent refit was completed including fresh varnish, chrome polished, manifolds and risers replaced. The boat has always been garage or boathouse kept since new, and currently sits on a new trailer in perfect mechanical & cosmetic condition waiting for a new caretaker.
Contact Panacea Yacht Group
For more information or to schedule a private showing of 1998 Custom 30 Gentleman's Racer BAD DONATO, contact Panacea Yacht Group in Brielle, New Jersey today at +1 (732) 290-5304.
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Age
Built in 1998. Build year and production period shape the asking price through age of systems, styling and the equipment fitted as standard.
Engine
20 hours on MerCruiser 454 Horizon. Engine hours, service history and configuration are the largest mechanical factors in an asking price.
Options and features
Bow Thruster is fitted. Optional equipment, refits and onboard features are usually reflected in the asking price.
Price history
Listed on YachtWay at $299,900 on Jan 8, 2026. Reduced to $249,900 on Apr 13, 2026. On-platform asking prices only.
Other market factors
Location, tax and duty status, condition, service history and how many comparable hulls are for sale all move the asking price.
1998 Custom 30 Gentleman's Racer
$249,900
$50K