Mulder Favorite 2000 Video Review: Timber, Leather and a Tender Garage
By the YachtWay editorial deskUpdated October 2026Video walkthrough8 min read
The Mulder Favorite 2000 is a 68 ft aluminium motor yacht from a Dutch yard that has been building boats since 1938. It sits between the Favorite 1700 and the 2200. We walked the world premiere boat at boot Düsseldorf 2026. She has a tender garage under the aft deck, a sliding sunroof, a full galley, an owner's cabin forward, two guest cabins aft and an engine room you can walk into.
A Dutch yacht where every detail is custom
We started at the stern, where a staircase leads up from the swim platform and a tender garage sits between the steps. Inside, the warm timber, the custom AC grilles and the cushions shaped to match the backrests show how far the yard goes. There is more headroom than we have found on any boat this size. The light mast and radar fold down, so she can pass under low bridges.
What stood out on board
- A tender garage under the aft deckBetween the stern staircase, with room for a tender up to 3.5 m.
- A mast that folds downThe light post and radar mast fold flat, so she can pass under low bridges on a trip like the Great Loop.
- Headroom everywhereMore space above the head than we have found on any boat this size, even in the guest cabins.
- A sliding sunroofIt opens over the salon, and the aft window drops at the push of a button to join the salon and aft deck.
- Heated floors and towel railsA heated floor in the owner's bathroom, and heated towel rails in every bathroom.
- An engine room you walk intoA full staircase leads down. The wiring is neatly labelled and every bilge pump has its own control.
Spec sheet at a glance
| Feature | What you get | The benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Length overall | 68 ft 2 in (20.8 m) | Fills the gap between the 1700 and 2200 |
| Beam | 18 ft 11 in (5.76 m) | Deep side decks and a wide salon |
| Draft | 5 ft 1 in (1.55 m) | Shallow enough for Dutch waterways |
| Weight | 51 t (112,436 lb) | Solid and steady in a sea |
| Hull | Aluminium, semi-displacement, hard chine | Strong, with a long service life |
| Tanks | 1,585 gal fuel, 449 gal water (6,000 L, 1,700 L) | Range for long passages |
| Engines | 2x Volvo Penta D13-1000, V-drive, 2,000 hp | Proven diesels with easy access |
| Cruise speed | 22 kn (builder figures) | We did not sea trial this boat |
| Layout (as filmed) | Owner's cabin forward, two twin guest cabins aft | Up to six guests in three cabins |
| Helm | Raymarine displays, bow and stern thrusters | Easy to handle for two people |
| Galley | Four-burner cooktop, dishwasher, freezer drawers | Set up for long stays on board |
| Design | Van Oossanen, Guido de Groot Design, Mulder | Classic Mulder lines with a modern hull |
Swim platform and aft deck
Two staircases lead up from the swim platform, with a tender garage between them. On the aft deck there is an L-shaped dining area under the hardtop, a lounge and an outdoor sink.
- Tender garage.Fits a tender up to 3.5 m.
- Cleats.Polished, and set in the corners so lines do not block the way aboard.
- Gates.They rest in rubber mounts when open, so they do not rattle.
- Dining table.Drops at the push of a button to make a large sunbed.
- Outdoor sink.A pop-up faucet, with storage below.
Main salon
The aft window drops at the push of a button and the door slides open, so the salon and aft deck become one space. Inside, warm timber runs through, and the cushions are shaped to match the curve of the backrests.
- TV.Rises from the cabinet in front of the U-shaped seating.
- Table.Sits higher than on most boats, and lowers to make a lounge bed.
- Bar counter.An ice maker and a large fridge drawer for wine.
- Details.Custom timber AC grilles and a lit book locker under the helm.
Helm
The helm is covered in stitched leather, and large windows on every side leave no blind spots. A footrest and a custom wheel make long days at the helm comfortable.
- Electronics.Raymarine displays, VHF and autopilot.
- Docking.Side-Power bow and stern thrusters.
- Privacy.Curtains close off the sides and the windshield.
- Mast.Folds down for low bridges.
Side decks and bow
The side decks are deep, with high bulwarks, a high grab rail and pin lights along the way. The foredeck can take cushions, or stay bare for the classic look.
- Storage.Lockers at the bow for lines and the anchor chain.
- Shore power.A socket at the bow, for marinas where you moor bow in.
- Anchoring.A Maxwell windlass in the centre of the foredeck.
Galley and lower lounge
A long, curved staircase leads down to the galley on the port side. Across from it there is an L-shaped seating area, with windows on both sides and a view up through the sunroof.
- Galley.A four-burner cooktop, an oven, a dishwasher and a full fridge.
- Freezer.Four freezer drawers under the stairs.
- Lounge.L-shaped seating with a framed TV.
- Walls.Textured canvas panels that catch the light off the water.
Cabins and engine room
The owner's cabin is forward and two twin guest cabins are aft. Mulder builds to order, so a full-beam owner's cabin aft is also possible.
Owner's cabin
- Bed.Queen plus, with room to walk around it.
- Light.A large skylight and portholes, with blinds.
- Bathroom.Heated floor, heated towel rail and a rain shower.
Guest cabins
- Beds.Two twin beds in each cabin.
- Bathrooms.One en suite, one next door, both with the owner's finishes.
- Laundry.A washer-dryer behind a door that slides out of sight.
Engine room
- Access.A full staircase down from the salon floor.
- Wiring.Neat and labelled throughout.
- Bilges.Each bilge pump has its own control.
The Favorite 2000 is about finish. The timber, the leather, the custom grilles and the door handles all feel made for this one boat. She has a tender garage, a sliding sunroof, a mast that folds for low bridges, and more headroom than any boat this size we have been on. Three cabins, a washer-dryer and freezer drawers make long stays easy. We did not sea trial her, so we cannot speak to the ride yet.
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