The Wauquiez Pilot Saloon 55 represents one of the finest examples of modern bluewater cruising yachts—combining French craftsmanship, offshore capability, and a light-filled raised saloon design rarely matched in this class.
Built by the renowned Wauquiez Boats, this 2011 Pilot Saloon 55 delivers true passagemaking performance with the comfort of a luxury motor yacht. Designed for serious cruising couples or families, she offers easy handling, excellent visibility from the interior helm, and a refined, teak-rich interior.
"Olinka" has been thoughtfully equipped and maintained. Currently dockside in Saint Martin and relocating to Newport, Rhode Island before Hurricane Season.
Crusader Yacht Sales is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Latitude Yacht Brokerage. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a particular vessel
SPECIFICATIONS
Basic Boat Info
BuilderWauquiez
ModelPilot Saloon 55
CategoryCruiser-Racer
TypeSail
Year2011
HIN/IMOWQ255010H111
ConditionUsed
Fuel TypeDiesel
Hull MaterialFiberglass
Number of Engines1
Dimensions
LOA58'
Beam16' 2"
Max Draft7' 6"
Dry Weight0 LBS
Engines
MakeYanmar
Engine Power0.00 KW
FuelDiesel
TypeInboard
Engines1
Tanks
Fuel Tank110 GAL
Fresh Water220 GAL
Other
Displacement42,990 LBS
ADDITIONAL INFO
"Olinka" has been thoughtfully equipped and maintained. Currently dockside in Saint Martin and relocating to Newport, Rhode Island before Hurricane Season.
FULL DETAILS
key highlights
Raised pilot saloon with 360° visibility
Interior helm station – rare and highly desirable
Owner’s cabin aft with centerline berth
High-quality Wauquiez joinery and finish throughout
Generator, reverse-cycle air conditioning, and full cruising systems
Designed forshort-handed sailing
Excellent balance of performance and comfort
accommodations
The Pilot Saloon 55 is renowned for its bright, elevated living space—offering panoramic views whether underway or at anchor.
Layout Includes:
Three-cabin configuration
Owner’s suite aft
Centerline queen berth
Ensuite head with separate shower
Generous storage throughout
Guest cabins forward (2)
Full berth to port
Double bunks to starboard
Shared head forward
Spacious saloon
Raised seating area with wraparound windows
Large dining table
Exceptional natural light
Wall mounted TV
Navigation / interior helm station
Full instrumentation
Ideal for passagemaking in adverse weather
Galley
U-shaped galley positioned for safe offshore use
Large refrigeration and freezer capacity
Additional freezer installed (2025)
Electric Stove/oven, microwave
Meile Built-In coffee maker
Deep double sinks
Abundant storage and counter space
sailing & deck equipment
Designed for ease of handling and offshore reliability, all sail controls are thoughtfully led for short-handed operation.
Furling mainsail in-boom furling system
Electric Furling headsail - (New Furler 2024)
Bowsprit with electric furler for Code Zero (2024)
Electric primary winches
Bow thruster
Wide, secure side decks
Teak cockpit and decking
Cockpit table with seating for entertaining
Large sail locker and deck storage
Large fold down transom swim platform
Telescoping Dinghy Davits
Cockpit Hot/Cold Shower
Carbon Fiber Mast for Starlink (2024)
mechanical & electrical equipment
Yanmar diesel engine
Cummins Onan Generator
Reverse-cycle air conditioning / heat
Mastervolt Battery Monitor
Victron Invertor
Hot water heater
Freshwater system with pressure pump
Bilge pumps (manual and electric)
electronics & navigation
Raymarine GPS/Chartplotter (helm and nav station)
Ryamarine Radar
Paymarine Autopilot
Raymarine Wind, depth, and speed instruments
Raymarine VHF radio
Full interior navigation display at helm station
Dual Chartplotters in Cockpit
Starlink (2024)
AIS
construction & design
The Pilot Saloon 55 benefits from Wauquiez’s reputation for robust construction and refined detailing:
Repainted Topsides (2022)
Hand-laid fiberglass hull
Structural grid system for rigidity
Teak interior crafted to yacht-grade standards
Deep, secure cockpit for offshore safety
Balanced hull form delivering both comfort and performance
New Through-Hulls (2021)
comfort & additional equipment
Entertainment system
Air Conditioning (new 2025)
Excellent ventilation throughout
Ample storage for extended cruising
disclaimer
The company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change or withdrawal without notice.
