Question 1

How much does a Riva yacht cost?

Accepted Answer

New Riva yachts start from approximately €1.2 million for the Riva 56 Rivale and range up to €20 million and above for the 130' Bellissima flagship. Used Riva yachts offer strong entry points: smaller classic models such as the Rivarama 44 and Aquariva 33 are available from $400,000 to $600,000; mid-size models including the Dolceriva 48, Virtus 63, and Ribelle 66 range from $1.5 million to $3 million; and larger Sportfly and Flybridge models such as the Perseo Super 76, Argo 90, and Corsaro 102 range from $4 million to $13 million depending on year and specification.

Question 2

What is the difference between Riva's Open, Sportfly, and Flybridge ranges?

Accepted Answer

Riva's Open models (Aquariva, Rivamare, Dolceriva, Ribelle, Diable) are dayboat-oriented, with emphasis on speed, design, and cockpit entertaining for up to 10 guests without fixed overnight cabins. The Sportfly range (Rivale, Virtus, Perseo Super, Folgore) adds a hardtop or fly bridge structure for all-weather use while retaining a sporty profile, with one to three cabin layouts suited to overnight or short-passage cruising. The Flybridge range (Argo, Corsaro Super, Dolcevita, Bellissima) is the long-range cruising tier, with full displacement hulls or semi-displacement hulls, four to seven cabins, and stabiliser systems for extended passage-making.

Question 3

What should I check when buying a used Riva yacht?

Accepted Answer

Key survey points on used Riva yachts include: hull osmosis and structural integrity on GRP models built before 2005; teak deck condition and any delamination around deck fittings; engine hours and service history (Riva yachts are typically fitted with Volvo IPS, MAN, or MTU engines); gelcoat and paint condition given the high visual standard expected of Riva ownership; and the condition of the leather and wood interior, which is expensive to restore to Riva's factory standard. EU VAT status is a critical consideration on European-registered examples: always confirm whether VAT has been paid before purchase.

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How much does a Riva yacht cost?

What is the difference between Riva's Open, Sportfly, and Flybridge ranges?

What should I check when buying a used Riva yacht?

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