This listing is for a Quarter Share Yacht Opportunity.
Quartershare Yacht ownership is a fractional co-ownership model where you purchase one quarter of 100% legal title to a vessel with three other owners. Owners determine the Harbor location for Spring/Summer/Fall and decide whether to do winter storage or Florida overwintering and use. This yacht would Harbor in Chicago Harbors or the Sunset Coast in Southeast Michigan.
You divide the upfront purchase price, ongoing maintenance, and dockage fees, while using an equitable scheduling system to guarantee weeks on the water.
How It Works-Equitable Time Allocation: Owners split the year, typically receiving approx 12 weeks of guaranteed usage annually. Schedules often rotate so everyone gets fair access to peak summer weekends.
Asset Ownership: Unlike a timeshare (which only provides usage rights), a quartershare grants you actual equity (a title deed) in the vessel (Shares in the Corporation). You share in the resale profits—or depreciation—if the boat is sold.
Professional Management: Most programs are run by a managing company that handles cleaning, maintenance, insurance, repairs, etc.. Owners simply step aboard and enjoy. Quartershare Yachts is individually owned and managed by one of the quarter share owners with over 45 years of time on the water in many different vessels, to save costs and have greater control of your asset.
Financial Breakdown-Upfront Buy-In: You pay one-quarter of the boat’s purchase price.
Shares are being sold at $ 189,000 per share for 1/4th of the LLC. You may buy multiple shares for more usage time.
Monthly/Annual Dues: Expenses for berthing, insurance, routine cleaning, and scheduled engine maintenance are split evenly.
Variable Costs: Owners generally cover their own fuel, provisions, and captain/crew costs while actively using the boat.
The Pros & Cons
The Major Advantages:
Major Cost Savings: You enjoy a more luxurious yacht, four times bigger and better than the boat size you would enjoy individually.
Turnkey Convenience: Manager handles the burdensome tasks like bottom painting, winterizing, maintenance and repairs.
Right-Sized Usage: Since most boat owners use their vessels less than 40 days a year, a quartershare perfectly aligns with actual usage habits.
The Trade-Offs: Zero Spontaneity: Popular holiday slots must be booked months in advance through the shared scheduling calendar.
Shared Asset: You cannot make unilateral decisions regarding upgrades or customization without agreement from the other co-owners.
Resale Value: Like all boats, the vessel will depreciate, meaning you may get less than your initial investment back when your share is eventually sold.
We are currently selling shares in a Marquis 500 Sport Coupe. One of the most beautiful boats in it's class. Also known widely as the largest yacht that can be managed without a crew. Over 1,100 HP from Low Hour VOLVO IPS Engines that make it easy to dock.
Prices for each share are $ 189,000.00 each. Enjoy a Sport Yacht that sells for over a million dollars new at this low cost. The Marquis 500 will be a 2009-2012 Yacht in excellent condition. We will provide Captain lessons for those new to boating.
Summary of the Quartershare Program for the Marquis 500 Sport Coupe which is a Luxurious Three Bedroom Waterfront Condo!
Quarter Share Price $ 189,000.00 Financing Available with minimum 30% down for as little as $ 1,295/month.
Annual Maintenance $ 5,000 - $ 8,000.00 varies based on owners desire to do Florida Winter Program. (Storage vs Winter Use)
Maintenance Reserve $ One year Reserve Deposit paid upfront to establish reserve and First year may be paid monthly or annually
Winters $ Owners decide as a group whether they would like the yacht in Florida for the winters
Yacht Charter Opps $ Owners decide as a group whether they want to engage in Charter to reduce costs.