In 2019, as the owner of a somewhat older yacht, the “ILVER 41 Mirable,” I decided to change vessels. Searching online, I wanted a modern yacht with appealing lines but, at the same time, with the classic characteristics of a true yacht. Personally, I don’t like the new aesthetic geometries of many contemporary yachts. I noticed the MONACHUS ISSA 45 and immediately realized it was the yacht that perfectly suited me. After a series of research and meetings with my friend Hari, I found my “SARAH” and purchased it in 2020.
Today, in 2025, I have sailed extensively, approximately 150 hours per year, visiting many Mediterranean islands, starting from my Sicily, with my entire family of five. I must admit that I am extremely satisfied with this purchase, and here are the reasons:
Excellent visibility at the helm
Outstanding stability at sea
Ability to plane at just 12 knots
Unlike many other yachts, it remains very dry even in larger waves
Easy engine maintenance thanks to the full opening of the external cockpit
Optimal fuel consumption of approximately 85 liters per hour for both 450 HP FPT engines, with an average speed of 20/21 knots and, if needed, a continuous speed of 25 knots, although I prefer not to push it
Good top speed of 31 knots (not for continuous cruising)
Spacious cockpit, pleasant for socializing with friends
Easy passage from stern to bow, even while underway
The only issue I encountered, having three children, is that my yacht only has two cabins – I would have preferred three, but at the time, I didn’t have a choice.
Today, I am even more satisfied with my purchase. I have refitted the stern platform, extending it according to a new Monachus project, and I recommend this yacht for all the reasons mentioned above.
Thanks to Hari and the entire MONACHUS team!
