Nordhavn 475

The Nordhavn 475 is based on the hull of the Nordhavn 43 but represents a much different boat, starting with a completely new deck and flybridge. The N475 embodies the sleeker, elongated look of modern Nordhavns with the incorporation of an extended cockpit and boat deck, providing not only a more streamlined profile, but also allowing for greater space in the cockpit and more room up top for toys and a bigger tender.

The N475 follows in the footsteps of the Nordhavn 52, 60, 63, 68, 76, and 96 models—all of which expanded upon existing hulls and became the more desired models. According to PAE vice president Jim Leishman, "Despite what critics maintain, anytime you lengthen a boat, you improve its performance."

The needs and desires of Nordhavn buyers have changed since the first Nordhavn was built nearly 30 years ago. Along the way, the company has adjusted its product line to correspond with the times, and now as it closes in on the launch of the 600th Nordhavn, Nordhavn is once again upgrading its model line-up.

Although Nordhavn was founded on smaller boats, and the Nordhavn 40 was a passion project for PAE co-owner Leishman, he and his partners recognized that clients looking for new construction are gravitating toward Nordhavns around 50 feet and above. Leishman stated, "We wanted to provide an exceptional mid-range boat at a greater value."