Jeff Brown Yachts News
Brabus Shadow 900 XC Cross Cabin Wins Motor Boat Award in SUV Category
Posted Feb 11, 2022“A peerless combination of practical Axopar underpinnings, lashings of sinister BRABUS glamour and performance to knock your socks off.” – Jury statement, Motor Boat AwardS 2022
The Motor Boat Awards are one of the most renowned international boating awards in the industry, held annually since 2007 by Motor Boat & Yachting. An expert jury is thoroughly testing hundreds of boats over months on rigorous sea trials to see how well the boats are meeting the market requirements and demands in relation to size, design and ability, and value for money - taking the boat buyer’s interests very closely to heart.
Jeff Brown Yachts and new Axopar models debut at The Seattle Boat Show
Posted Jan 28, 2022Jeff Brown Yachts is making its debut at the Seattle Boat Show, February 4-12, with an indoor exhibit space at the Lumen Field Event Center located at 800 Occidental Ave. S. — directly north of T-Mobile Park. In addition to exhibiting the Axopar 37xc, Axopar 28 and Axopar 22 Jobe, Jeff Brown Yachts will host a VIP event at the Boat Show from 6 - 9pm on Thursday, February 10th. Jeff Brown Yachts staff from Seattle, San Diego, Newport Beach, Sausalito and Hawaii, will be on hand through the Show to answer questions and provide personal tours.
Hermes Speedster: A Modern Classic Featured in Porsche Club of America Panorama magazine
Posted Jan 28, 2022[Feature article in the January 2022 Porsche Club of American Panorama Magazine] HERMES WAS the Greek messenger of the gods (the Romans called him Mercury). He was the one with the winged helmet and was also said to rule over speed, commerce, and good fortune. It’s an apt name for a vintage Porsche-inspired boat that marks a return to the style of the classic runabouts from the early to middle part of the last century. Automobile-inspired boats are nothing new. In the 1950s, at the dawn of the fiberglass era, numerous designs appeared incorporating automotive styling cues. Unfortunately, most fell into the category of kitsch, with fins, chrome, and other excessive jet-age accoutrements. The Hermes Speedster by Seven Seas Yachts is nothing like those boats. Its inspiration is more subtle but still undeniable.
Jeff Brown Yachts - Seattle Has Moved!
Posted Jan 05, 2022Jeff Brown Yachts Seattle has moved into new offices at Salmon Bay Marine Center; 2288 W Commodore Way, Suite 110, Seattle, WA 98199. The combination of onsite marine service tenants, adjacent boat yards and moorage up to 240' makes it the ideal setting to help serve our customers before and after their purchase.
“We’re excited to continue to offer area boaters, premium brands that include: Axopar, BRABUS, Pardo Yachts and Sirena Yachts, as well as high quality motor and sail Brokerage listings,” stated Jeff Brown. “Our staff is made up of passionate boaters, with impressive marine industry resumes, and intimate knowledge of West Coast waters—whether it be adventure cruising, competitive sailing, or day boating with family and friends.”
Jeff Brown Yachts Seattle customers enjoy the Norwegian tradition of Julefest
Posted Dec 14, 2021Nine Axopar owners and seven boats cruised into the beautiful seaside town of Poulsbo, nicknamed Viking City, to celebrate Julefest. Founded along Liberty Bay in the 1880s by Norwegian immigrants, the community and Poulsbo Sons of Norway host Julefest, the traditional Viking ceremony signifying the day the Sun disappears in Norway for the winter. Tradition includes lighting a beacon to call the Sun back from the underworld. In modern times St. Lucia, a highly respected Saint in Norway has been incorporated. She is brought to shore by boat, carrying the torch as a symbol of the sun, where she lights a bonfire followed by the Viking King’s reading of the Winter Solstice Proclamation. Our Axopar group enjoyed this annual Puget Sound event that included a Nordic Craft Christmas Market, samplings at the Taste of Norway, and gathering at Sogno De Vino to share notes and chat boating.
Navy Veteran, Ryan Anderson Joins San Diego Sales Team
Posted Dec 08, 2021We’re proud to welcome Ryan Anderson to our San Diego Sales Team. A 28-year Navy veteran, Licensed Captain, and Coronado resident, Ryan brings a wealth of boating knowledge and his honest and passionate approach to life, to our Flagship office.
Ryan’s Navy career started on a nuclear fast attack submarine and into the Navy Special Operations Community where he served as a Master Explosive Ordnance Disposal Operator at one of our country's most elite units. His Naval career fueled his lifelong passion for the water where he became a certified Navy Diver, Military Free Fall Parachutist, and an expert in maritime under sea operations.
Pearl Yachts Appoints Jeff Brown Yachts as US West Coast Dealer
Posted Nov 17, 2021As Pearl Yachts prepares for the close of its most successful year to date, the brand is consolidating record growth, particularly in the Americas, with the signing of a second regional dealer. Jeff Brown Yachts, with offices and marinas in San Diego, Newport Beach, Sausalito and Seattle, will represent Pearl Yachts throughout the Western United States, Mexico, and Canada.
British luxury motoryacht builder Pearl Yachts continues its rapid growth and dealer development programme by appointing a second US dealer. Following its great success on the East coast with Atlantic Yacht & Ship Co Pearl has appointed Jeff Brown Yachts, expanding the dealer network to the Pacific, from Canada to Mexico.
Sirena 58: Go Further, Go Faster
Posted Nov 05, 2021ARTICLE COURTESY OF SEA MAGAZINE: FALL 2021 ISSUE
IMAGINE A YACHT THAT is ready to cruise the way you want, inside and out. It’s hard to ignore the highly refined European style of the Sirena 58. With her plumb bow, expansive windows, and crisp lines for a classic yet modern form. But you must go below the surface to fully appreciate the innovative hull design, engineering, and construction that went into this sumptuous passage maker. Sirena 58 has a young, sporty profile, with a respectful nod to tradition. She is surprisingly spacious for a yacht of her size with a host of amenities that would please the most discriminating taste. The combination of Germán Frers, Tom Tommaso Spadolini, and Sirena Yachts, have created a passage maker that delivers a superior combination of performance and styling the most experienced cruisers can truly appreciate.
Pardo Endurance 60 Nominated at the European Powerboat of the Year Awards
Posted Oct 08, 2021We are happy to announce that Pardo E60 has been nominated for the European Powerboat Of The Year 2022 award, in the Up to 20m category. The competition, one of the most prestigious and eagerly awaited in the industry, is organized by the German magazine Boote. The winners will be announced in January 2022. While you wait, visit our page to find out more about this model.
Learn more about the Pardo Endurance 60 at Jeff Brown Yachts
Jeff Brown Represents YYachts USA and Mexico
Posted Sep 23, 2021YYACHTS USA FAST AND LUXURY CARBON SUPER YACHTS
JEFF BROWN REPRESENTS YYACHTS USA AND MEXICO. SPECIALIZING IN FAST LUXURY SUPER YACHTS. YYACHTS ARE MANUFACTURED IN GERMANY.
Jeff has had many wonderful experiences with clients and yours on yachts around the world. He has either helped build them or assisted in their purchase. Maintaining personal relationships, beyond the purchase of the boat, is what he considers the icing on the cake when working with luxury yachts.
Brabus Shadow 900 ST Review
Posted Aug 11, 2021BoatTest.com's review of the Brabus Marine Shadow 900 ST from May 2021. WATCH VIDEO REVIEW
Jeff Brown Yachts Launches Axopar Angler Model
Posted Apr 22, 2021Axopar has pioneered a global marine phenomenon, with an uncompromising range of unique and exciting, ‘avant-garde’, fun-inspired designs. New to the line-up is the highly customizable Axopar 37 Angler— a result of decades of fishing experience from the team at Jeff Brown Yachts. It’s loaded with innovative features for the offshore Angler, with plenty of performance and creature-comforts for family and friends for day trips, and coastal runs.
Axopar Brand Featured in Spring 2021 SEA MAGAZINE
Posted Apr 19, 2021Check out the April/May issue of Sea Magazine with features including the Axopar brand on pages 6 & 58, San Juan Islands on page 36, and Shelter Island on page 48.
Open House
Posted Apr 04, 2021Over the last year, the boating industry has seen a worldwide increase in demand. Now more than ever, people value quality time and experiences with loved ones and boating provides just that. Experienced and novice boaters alike are turning to boating as a safe & fun activity that gets you out of the house and onto the water.
A great way to view our inventory is to visit our docks on the second Saturday of every month for our monthly “Open House”. You can view our high-performance adventure brands Axopar & BRABUS as well as our larger luxury brands Pardo & Sirena. We also have several beautiful sailboats for sale and the potential for more brokerage boats in your area.
Adventures of buying an AXOPAR 37 XC
Posted Mar 08, 2021New Axopar owners Lori and Jim Vreeke share their experience bringing home a brand new Axopar 37 XC. After looking at boats for months and getting educated on the world of boating, we took a ride with a friend on his Axopar 28. That was the moment we had found our style of boat. My husband being an ex-motorcycle racer wanted something a bit faster than your standard cruising boat.
2020 Boat of the Year Axopar 28 Cabin
Posted Mar 01, 2021This is one of the most sought after awards a manufacturer can receive in the marine industry, and the Axopar 28 Cabin was selected from a fleet of over 100 boats tested, and published by Boating magazine in the year 2020. The "Boat of The Year" award is presented to a boat that the magazine believes to most advance recreational boating, quoting the 2020 jury:
"Awarding the most prestigious prize in recreational boating is no easy task. And it’s not getting easier; the dedication to craftsmanship, performance and safety exhibited by contemporary boatbuilders continues to rise."
JBY Flagship Office Virtual Tour
Posted Dec 16, 2020Come (virtually) explore our new Flagship office in San Diego! While we may not be able to toast some champagne in person, we hope you enjoy checking out our beautiful new space from afar!
Three JBY Brands Honored as Finalists in Motorboat & Yachting’s 2021 Motor Boat AwardsÂ
Posted Dec 09, 2020We are so excited to share some incredible JBY news with you all. Three of our brands are being honored as finalists in Motorboat & Yachting's 2021 Motor Boat Awards! We are grateful to represent such amazing brands, who constantly innovate to create the highest quality boating experience for our clients.
Curious about which boat models came out on top? Read on!
Brokerage Owner Feature: Joe Dagostino’s J/105 “Viggen”
Posted Dec 08, 2020Learn more about our newest J/105 brokerage offering! The owner, Joe, reflects upon his favorite memories cruising and racing in San Diego Bay aboard "Viggen". In Joe's words, this J/105 is "like a thoroughbred: low, lean, and ready to fly".
YYachts selects Jeff Brown Yachts To Represent Brand in the United States, Canada, and Mexico
Posted Oct 23, 2020Jeff Brown Yachts is delighted to announce being named the exclusive North American representative for YYachts. “We’re beyond excited to represent this truly innovative, and distinctive line of luxury carbon sailing yachts from Michael Schmidt Yachtbau boatyard,” says Jeff Brown.
According to founder Michael Schmidt, the ideal cruiser is the opposite of a heavy yacht overloaded with features. “Sailing fun is maximized by a simple boat that is reduced to the bare essentials without sacrificing comfort. I wanted a new yacht to stand out in the harbor, yet still pleasing to the eye after the passage of the years. She must be fast, and therefore light. YYachts sail comfortably, even in the lightest wind so there’s no need to start the engine. Once you have experienced YYachts playful mastery of long distances, the easy handling of a large boat, the performance in all winds, coupled with a high-quality living space, you do not want to sail on any other yacht.”