Yacht Detail
2008 Azimut 62' (18.90 m)
Chicago, Illinois, United States
Freshwater 2008 Azimut 62S with nearly $200K invested in major mechanical service and updates. Her CAT C18s have received complete 1,000/2,000-hour services, all 12 injectors replaced, rebuilt exhaust systems and extensive engine work. A striking, well-sorted 62S ready for her next owner.
- Express Cruiser
- Power
- Used
- Diesel
- Fiberglass Hull
- HIN/IMO: XAX62S33E708
Description
Some yachts impress at the dock. Others impress when the engine room hatch opens. "Solara" is one of those rare examples where the mechanical condition and maintenance history tell the real story.
Delivered new to the Chicago area and remaining in freshwater since day one, this 2008 Azimut 62S has benefited from an ownership philosophy centered on operational excellence. While many express cruisers of this vintage are approaching the point where deferred maintenance becomes a major concern, Solara has undergone a level of mechanical investment that is rarely seen in today's brokerage market.
Powered by twin Caterpillar C18 diesel engines showing approximately 2,700 hours, Solara has received comprehensive major service work including both the 1,000-hour and 2,000-hour intervals, with ownership electing to go significantly beyond Caterpillar's standard recommendations. All injectors have been replaced, multiple turbochargers have been renewed, and maintenance schedules have consistently been performed ahead of required intervals.
One of the most significant investments involved the complete exhaust system. Experienced Azimut owners understand that aging motor mounts on large horsepower applications can lead to exhaust stress and eventual failures-a common concern on older European yachts. Rather than addressing symptoms, ownership corrected the root cause by replacing motor mounts and rebuilding both exhaust systems. This substantial project represents the type of preventative maintenance that future owners rarely inherit.
Additional mechanical updates include:
- Full Caterpillar 1,000-hour and 2,000-hour service completion
- Replacement of all fuel injectors
- Multiple turbocharger replacements
- Rebuilt exhaust systems
- New motor mounts
- Shaft alignment completed in 2026
- New cutlass bearings installed in 2026
- House and engine batteries replaced in 2025
- Propellers professionally tuned and balanced
- Meticulous fluid, filter, and impeller maintenance throughout ownership
Inside, Solara has received extensive modernization while maintaining the timeless styling that made the 62S one of Azimut's most successful performance yachts.
Recent interior improvements include:
- New flooring throughout the vessel
- Refinished cabinetry in key areas
- Upper deck headliner replacement (2024)
- Lower salon headliner replacement (2026)
- Custom stainless Isotherm refrigerator installation
- LED lighting conversion throughout much of the vessel
- Upgraded Alpine audio system with amplifier, speakers, and subwoofer
- New amplifier installed June 2026
Comfort aboard has also been prioritized through a comprehensive HVAC modernization. The climate control system was extensively overhauled in 2026 with replacement compressors, multiple air handlers, and updated control components. This project alone represents a significant investment and provides peace of mind for future ownership.
For buyers considering charter operations, Solara offers a proven platform. The vessel has successfully operated in the Chicago market and presents a unique opportunity for an owner seeking a yacht that can continue generating revenue while avoiding the major mechanical expenditures that often accompany yachts in this size and age range.
What truly separates Solara from competing Azimut 62S offerings is not the cosmetic presentation-although she shows beautifully-it is the nearly $200,000 invested in the systems that matter most. The major Caterpillar service intervals, exhaust work, motor mounts, HVAC overhaul, electrical upgrades, driveline service, and preventative maintenance have already been addressed.
For the buyer who understands the difference between a polished boat and a properly maintained boat, Solara deserves serious consideration. Please give us a call today to schedule a private showing.
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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.
Aspire Yacht Sales is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Weber 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
HIN/IMO: XAX62S33E708
LOA: 62' 6'' (19.05 Meters)
Type: Power- Used
Year: 2008
Fuel Type: Diesel
Hull Material: Fiberglass
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Full Details
Listing MLS by Yachtr.com
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