"Paradox" 54' Bertram 54' · 1984
3 Staterooms · 6 Guests · Twin Caterpillar C30, 1,550 hp each · Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Key Specifications
Length54'16.5m LOA
BuilderBertramMotor Yacht
Year1984Refit 2022
Guests63 staterooms
Max Speed38 knots32 kn cruise
Fuel1,200 gal250 gal water
Gross Tonnage56 GTGRP hull
Asking Price$299,000
Offered by its listing brokerage through the YATCO MLS - details and photos courtesy of the listing broker, as of September 28, 2026. Double G Yacht Sales acts as your buyer's representative.
M/Y Paradox
A 1984 Bertram 54-footer refreshed in 2022 and ready to run.
"Paradox" is a 1984 Bertram 54' motor yacht offered for sale at $299,000, lying Fort Lauderdale, Florida. South Florida is the deepest brokerage market in the world for large motor yachts, and condition separates the good buys from the money pits - which is why independent buyer representation matters more here than anywhere.
Power is twin Caterpillar C30, 1,550 hp each, showing 5,700 hours. She cruises around 32 knots and tops out near 38 knots, carrying 1,200 gallons of fuel.
Accommodations run to 3 staterooms for 6 guests.
Highlights
What sets this hull apart on today's market.
Greg Gaus has closed superyacht sales up to 164 feet, including the Westport 164 "Boardwalk" and the Westport 125 "Lion's Den", after 20+ years as a professional captain running vessels of this class. That is the lens every Double G buyer gets on this listing: what the hull is really worth, what the survey should focus on, and how she compares with every sistership currently for sale.
- Refit 2022 - updated systems and finishes
- Twin Caterpillar C30, 1,550 hp each — 5,700 hours
- 3 staterooms for 6 guests · 2 heads
- 1,200 gal fuel - Bahamas and Caribbean legs without stress
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2 BOAT OWNER! OFFERS ENCOURAGED! Vessel was just relocated to Fort Lauderdale to be sold as owner just took delivery of his new yacht. Conveniently located in Fort Lauderdale only 10 min. from the airport and Port Everglades inlet. Vessel just ran 400+ nautical miles with no issues.Listing description · YATCO MLS
Buyer Representation
Buy her with Greg on your side of the table.
No cost to you - the buyer's broker is paid from the existing listing commission
Full-market search - every comparable hull on the YATCO MLS compared before you offer
Licensed captain, 20+ years - attends survey and sea trial personally
Sold-price data - negotiation backed by confirmed market results, not asking prices
Full Specifications
54' Bertram "Paradox" Dossier
Dimensions & Capacities
LOA54 ft
Beam16.9 ft
Gross Tonnage56 GT
Fuel Capacity1,200 gal
Water Capacity250 gal
Performance
EnginesTwin Caterpillar C30, 1,550 hp each
Engine Hours5,700
Cruise Speed32 knots
Max Speed38 knots
Accommodations
Staterooms3
Sleeps6
Heads2
Build & Listing
BuilderBertram
ModelMotor Yacht
Year1984
Refit2022
LocationFort Lauderdale, Florida
Asking Price$299,000
Common Questions
"Paradox" questions, answered.
How much does the 54' Bertram "Paradox" cost?
The asking price is $299,000. Contact Greg Gaus at Double G Yacht Sales at (954) 881-5500 - as your buyer's broker he negotiates on your side.
Who is selling "Paradox"?
"Paradox" is offered by its listing brokerage through the YATCO MLS. Greg Gaus of Double G Yacht Sales represents you, the buyer: independent advice on price, survey attendance, and negotiation, paid from the existing listing commission - never by you.
What does it cost to run a 54-foot motor yacht?
Plan on roughly 8 to 12 percent of the purchase price per year for an owner-operated 54-footer - fuel, insurance, dockage, and routine maintenance. Greg can build a realistic operating budget for this boat before you offer.
Where can I see "Paradox"?
She is lying in Fort Lauderdale, Florida and shows by appointment through your broker. Contact Double G Yacht Sales to arrange a private showing.
How does the purchase process work?
Accepted offer, then a survey and sea trial contingency of typically 7 to 14 days. Greg - a licensed captain with 20+ years at sea - attends the survey and sea trial personally and manages everything through closing.
How much is Florida sales tax on a yacht?
Florida charges 6% sales tax on boats but caps the total at $18,000 per vessel regardless of price - one of the most favorable regimes in the US. Out-of-state buyers who remove the vessel within the statutory window may qualify for an exemption.
How fast is she, and what is the range?
Cruise around 32 knots, top speed about 38 knots and 1,200 gallons of fuel with twin Caterpillar C30, 1,550 hp each - comfortable Florida-Bahamas legs and seasonal Caribbean runs.
Before it reaches the portals
Watch this boat and her sisterships
Greg checks the MLS every morning. Set a watch and you get an email the day another Bertram between 43 and 65 feet comes on the market, plus the weekly round-up of confirmed price cuts. No charge, stop any time.
Greg Gaus, Double G Yacht Sales. Your address goes to him and nobody else.
Interested in "Paradox"?
Have Greg Represent Your Offer
Asking $299,000, lying Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Contact Greg Gaus for the full specification package, sisterships comparison, and a private showing - buyer representation.
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