After a dedicated 12‑month overhaul, the 38.4‑metre classic Feadship motor yacht Calypso has emerged refreshed and relisted for sale, ready to embark on a new chapter.
Originally delivered in 1978 and built by Feadship to a design by De Voogt Naval Architects, Calypso carries a rich heritage, having been commissioned by automotive entrepreneur E. Clayton Gengras and later owned by media magnate Malcolm Forbes, whose high‑profile social circle included royalty and Hollywood icons.
The recent refit has been described by brokers as “meticulous, multi‑million‑dollar” in scale. Its scope spanned shell‑tostructure works starting with a full hull re‑fairing and repaint in “Flag Blue”, new teak decking, upgraded transom doors and a significant interior refresh.
Inside, the reconfiguration honours the yacht’s original elegance while enhancing usability. A former forward main deck dining room has been transformed into a full‑beam master suite; the previous lower deck master is now a VIP cabin. Accommodation now supports up to eleven guests across five bespoke staterooms, including a full‑beam master, a full‑beam VIP, two queen‑cabins and a twin with a Pullman berth.
Externally, refinements include a new Jacuzzi deck, 12‑person al‑fresco dining area, panoramic upper‑deck lounge spaces and a cinema‑screen‑equipped entertainment zone. Technically, her twin Caterpillar 600 hp engines were fully serviced with rebuilt turbos, balanced shafts and reconditioned exhausts; she now delivers a cruising speed of 10 knots, top speed of 13 knots and a range of approximately 3,200 nautical miles.
With her legacy pedigree and comprehensive works programme complete, Calypso now reenters the brokerage market listed at US$9,995,000. For those seeking an authentic Feadship classic restored to modern standards, this relaunch positions her as a compelling opportunity—marrying heritage build‑quality with contemporary refit finish.
