2003 Sea Ray 480 Motor Yacht

Step aboard and you’ll notice how every corner of this 480 is designed to be used, not just admired. Wide, secure side decks make line handling and locking through stress-free. The raised aft deck gives you great sightlines while still feeling like an outdoor living room, and the air conditioning up top means you’ll actually use it all summer. Inside, the “basement” storage and utility area is a game-changer for long trips—tools, spares, provisions, and cleaning gear all live out of sight yet stay easy to reach. The third stateroom’s flexible berth setup lets you switch from guests to grandkids without reconfiguring the whole boat.

This 480 Motor Yacht is particularly well suited to the protected waterways and near-coastal passages common in this region. The aft-cabin layout keeps the owners’ suite quiet and comfortable when you’re in busy marinas or near active waterfronts, while the elevated helm gives excellent visibility for tight fairways and crowded fuel docks. Its moderate draft opens up shallower anchorages and out-of-the-way coves, yet the robust diesel power and bow thruster make open stretches and crosswinds manageable. With generous tankage, abundant storage, and a true liveaboard-friendly interior, it’s ideal for seasonal cruising or full-time life afloat in these waters.