Step aboard this 2024 Excess 14—a modern, performance-minded cruising catamaran that feels purpose-built for owners who actually want to sail, not just float. Conceived by VPLP Design with interiors by Nauta Design, the Excess 14 takes the brand’s DNA—lightweight structure, fine entries, and those signature twin aft helms—and turns it into a platform that is lively on the wind, precise on the helm, and still genuinely comfortable for long-term living.
This particular yacht has been outfitted with a clear mission: off-grid autonomy, effortless handling, and true turnkey readiness. The Tall Rig “Pulse Line” sail plan and sailing-focused deck layout keep the boat quick and engaging, while four electric Harken winches and smart line management make short-handed sailing realistic—whether you’re tacking up a channel, sending the Code Zero, or rolling into an anchorage at the end of a big day.
At anchor, she reads like a checklist of the upgrades owners wish they’d done earlier: a high-capacity Victron lithium system (990 Ah), over 2000 W of solar, and full Victron management with monitoring at the nav station—built to keep systems humming without living on a genset (because there isn’t one). Add Starlink Gen 2, a 50 LPH watermaker, washer/dryer, and air conditioning throughout (multiple zones), and you’ve got a cat that supports real independence—remote work, extended cruising, or simply staying put in comfort when you find “the” anchorage.
Inside, the tone is warm and modern—ash timber finishes, bright saloon sightlines, excellent ventilation, and a layout that flexes with how you cruise. The three-cabin, three-head arrangement is designed for privacy and livability, with dry-bath style heads and walk-in showers, while the owner’s area is especially clever: a true master cabin for everyday comfort, plus a wardrobe/dressing space that can convert into extra berths when friends or family join the adventure. This is a boat that can be quiet and private for two, or easily expand for a full crew when the itinerary demands it.
She’s currently lying in Sint Maarten, staged perfectly for an owner who wants immediate access to the best of the Caribbean—or a proven launch point for bigger horizons. If you’ve been searching for a late-model catamaran that blends sailing feel, serious systems, and liveaboard practicality—without needing a refit spreadsheet before you even cast off—this Excess 14 delivers a rare combination: modern performance, real autonomy, and true “ready to go” condition.
Key Features:
Tall Rig ‘Pulse Line’ performance sail plan
All-electric Harken winches (4)
990 Ah Victron lithium battery bank
Over 2000 W total solar generation
50 LPH Watermaker, washer/dryer
Factory air conditioning units (3) – whole boat 5 zones
Starlink Gen 2 satellite internet
Turnkey offshore cruising inventory
Sleeps 14 at capacity
Crusader Yacht Sales is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by David Walters Yachts. 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
BuilderExcess
Model14
CategoryCatamaran
TypeSail
Year2024
ConditionUsed
Fuel TypeDiesel
Hull MaterialFiberglass
Number of Engines2
Dimensions
LOA45'
Beam25' 10"
Max Draft4' 10"
Min Draft4' 10"
Dry Weight0 LBS
Engines
MakeYanmar
Drive TypeSail
Engine Power42.50 KW
Model4JH57
FuelDiesel
TypeInboard
Engines2
Tanks
Fuel Tank106 GAL
Fresh Water269 GAL
Holding Tank63 GAL
Other
Displacement28,219 LBS
Cabins3
Crew Cabins1
ADDITIONAL INFO
Step aboard this 2024 Excess 14—a modern, performance-minded cruising catamaran that feels purpose-built for owners who actually want to sail, not just float.
FULL DETAILS
interior accommodations & layout
Warm Ash timber finishes, excellent ventilation, and a flexible layout provide a bright and comfortable sleeping area suitable for extended cruising. This three-cabin design can be converted to four when needed via two additional berths in the dressing area. Three thoughtfully designed heads offer walk-in showers and electric toilets.
Interior Styling and Additional Features:
Ash timber interior with lime wash timber flooring
Air conditioning in saloon and all cabins
Upgraded fabric and leatherette hanging storage
Adjustable wooden saloon table
Fans throughout
Custom saloon window shades
MAIN SALON
Spacious and bright central living area with panoramic visibility, ample seating and seamless connection to the cockpit.
Headroom saloon/galley: 6’ 9”/ 206 cm
Headroom passage/cabins: 6’ 7”/ 201cm
Adjustable wooden saloon table converts to double bed (table seats 8)
Fusion sound system
Dimmer lighting
Additional storage throughout
MASTER STATEROOM
The master stateroom has been designed for privacy and extended stays aboard withowners comfort in mind.
King sized berth
Hanging lockers
Wardrobe area converts to two single berths in minutes
Upgraded fabric and leatherette
Opening hatches for excellent ventilation
Master Head
Private en-suite head with modern fittings, walk-in shower and electric toilet
Electric marine toilet
Separate shower (dry bath)
Sink with storage
GUEST CABINS (PORT)
Two well-appointed guest cabins in the port hull provide comfortable accommodations for family or guests.
Queen size berths comfortable for two adults
Convenient bedside lighting
USB ports
Private Heads
Opening ports and hatches for excellent ventilation
Fans
Generous storage
ADDITIONAL HEAD(S)
Two port guest cabins enjoy thoughtfully designed private dry baths
Walk-in showers
Electric marine heads
Elegant sinks
Storage
CREW CABIN
Crew cabin in port bow for one crew member
Single berth for crew with custom mattress, port bow
Opening ports and hatches
Storage shelf
galley
Fully equipped cruising galley suitable for long-term live-aboard use.
Full kitchen inventory-kettle, pots, pans, cups, cutlery, etc
Bread maker, egg maker, ice-cream maker, hand juicer
Electric scales and Panasonic air purifier
LG washer/dryer 8Kg-in hull passageway closet
Dyson battery powered vacuum cleaner
electronics & navigation
NAVIGATION STATION
Comprehensive Garmin navigation suite for offshore sailing
Garmin GPSMAP 12” display at both helms
Garmin Fantom 18” radar
Garmin Reactor autopilot
Garmin AIS 800 transceiver
Garmin 315i VHF
Speed/depth/temp transducer plus wind transducer
HELM STATIONS – PORT and STARBOARD
Twin aft stations with composite wheels
Lewmar steering base w/brake
Dyneema cable steering with spare cable
External USB outlet at starboard helm
Windlass remote control at helm with chain counter (stb)
Garmin remote steering
Interior main cabin electronic steering station (on iPad)
Emergency tiller (cockpit locker)
construction & key features of the hull & deck
HULL
Twin asymmetrical hulls with fine entries and relatively narrow waterlines to reduce drag and improve speed under sail, while carrying a cruising payload.
Fixed keels designed to improve upwind efficiency without adding complexity or intruding into accommodations.
Deep efficient rudders directly under the outboard helms for better steering feel and control at speed.
Chined topsides
Vacuum-infused polyester with a balsa-cored structure (and foam-cored bulkheads with local carbon reinforcement)
DECK
The Excess 14 is stripped back compared with pure charter cats, with fittings laid out for sailing efficiency as well as comfort.
Lower profile boom for efficiency
Lower freeboard to reduce aerodynamic drag
Compact coach roof and deckhouse
Twin aft helms mounted outboard
Dyneema steering linkage
Powered flat-winder traveler
Convenient line, Storage
Composite bowsprit
COCKPIT
Spacious and open
Ergonomic helm stations
Twin composite wheels
Integrated bench seating
Protective spray hood/bimini
Hardwood table with extension
Double helm seats
Aft cockpit enclosure with Windows
Aft cockpit with Sunshade
Fusion sound system
Dimmer lighting
Outboard bracket with lift
Upgraded dinghy davits
MAST AND RIGGING
Tall Rig‘Pulse Line’Sparcraft Performance aluminum mast and boom
Harken blocks
Spinlock clutches
Spinlock deck organizers
Barber haulers for ideal trim
Ball-bearing trimmable genoa cars
SAILS AND WINCHES
Square-top mainsail with lazy bag
Overlapping genoa on Facnor LS200 furler
Code Zero - OneSails Aramid Laminate w/Sunbrella UV Strip on Facnor 4500+ furler
Asymmetrical spinnaker - OneSails w/snuffer
3x Harken 50 electric winches
Flat winder for mainsail traveler
SPare main halyard, spare mainsheet + topping lift
ship systems
ENGINE AND MECHANICAL
Two Yanmar 4JH57 diesel engines, approximately 680 hours
Two Ultraflex electric throttles, one at each helm
Two Flexofold folding propellers
Spare parts and fluids
PLUMBING AND TANKAGE
Cruising-ready plumbing systems with increased autonomy
Aquabase watermaker – 16 gal/hr (50 L/hr)
Hot and cold pressurized water
Deck wash system (salt and fresh water)
Two 3 kg LPG gas bottles – space for 11 kg bottles
Full Victron setups/ Cerbo Monitoring Screen 70x50 at chart table
Victron Multiplus 12V DC/3000W to 230V AC/32A Inverter
990Ah Victron lithium battery bank
Over 2000W solar generation-5 x Mylight systems panels
960 W solar on coachroof
1125W solar on platform/davits
Starlink Gen 2 with satellite internet
USB outlets
safety equipment
Holly land intercom/team talk headphones
2 x Sahara Mk2 S1200 bilge pumps with float switch 1200 gal/hr (76L/min)
6-person TransOcean Plastimo offshore life raft (p#:52381)
One main EPIRB and one handheld EPIRB/AIS
One handheld waterproof VHF
Flares
Four adult CrewSaver 165 Sport vests and two child’s lifejackets
Two tethers
Grab bag
Two high-Intensity torches
Extensive offshore first aid kit
Spare Iridium communication kit
Binoculars
Emergency bilge pump: Johnson Pump, SPXFLOW 2200GPH 12V
tender
Highfield CL310 Valmex PVC dinghy
Bow locker fuel tank, 5 gal (24L)
Honda 20hp, manual or electric start
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.