A Highly Optioned Flybridge Yacht Built for Fishing and Cruising
The 2005 Riviera 51 Flybridge is a yacht that brings together the best of both worlds: serious offshore capability and the comfort needed for extended cruising and entertaining.
Now available through Panacea Yacht Group, “Chillax” is a highly optioned Riviera 51 in exceptional condition, featuring upgraded Caterpillar C18 diesel engines, an expansive air-conditioned flybridge, three staterooms, two heads, and a long list of recent mechanical and cosmetic updates.
With her combination of performance, range, luxury, and fishing capability, this Riviera 51 is equally at home chasing fish offshore or cruising the coast with family and friends.
Powered by Twin Caterpillar C18s
Performance aboard “Chillax” comes from a pair of Caterpillar C18 diesel engines producing a combined 2,030 horsepower.
The upgraded C18s provide the power and reliability expected from a yacht of this size, while delivering an impressive cruising speed of approximately 27 knots and a top speed of 34 knots.
The engines currently have approximately 4,000 hours, and significant maintenance has already been completed. A full 1,000-hour service on the engines, gears, and generator was completed in 2025, along with inspection and servicing of the exhaust risers and the installation of new Veem Interceptor propellers.
A full 3,000-hour service, including new turbos, was also completed in 2022.
Exceptional Range for Extended Cruising
One of the standout features of this Riviera 51 is her 977-gallon fuel capacity—substantially more than the standard 713-gallon capacity.
That additional fuel capacity gives “Chillax” impressive flexibility for longer offshore trips and extended cruising. Whether you’re planning a multi-day fishing adventure or exploring a new coastline, the Riviera’s generous tankage means fewer interruptions and more time on the water.
The yacht also carries 227 gallons of freshwater, further supporting longer stays away from the dock.
A Flybridge Designed for Entertaining
The flybridge aboard the Riviera 51 is one of her defining features.
Exceptionally spacious for a yacht in this size range, the flybridge provides a large, comfortable area for entertaining, relaxing, and enjoying the views while underway. The entire space is air conditioned, making it an inviting place to spend time even during warmer Florida days.
The flybridge has also received substantial upgrades, including:
- New flybridge upholstery
- Four-sided EZ2CY enclosure
- Stidd helm chairs
- Garmin electronics
- Garmin 72-mile radar
- Garmin autopilot
- FLIR
- LED searchlight
- KVH satellite dome
- Fusion stereo system
The combination of protection, climate control, comfortable seating, and modern electronics makes the flybridge a true second living area.
Serious Offshore Fishing Capability
Although the Riviera 51 is unquestionably a luxury cruising yacht, “Chillax” is equally well equipped for serious offshore fishing.
Her fishing package includes many of the features experienced anglers look for, including:
- Rupp hydraulic outriggers
- Eskimo ice chipper
- In-deck fish boxes
- Bait freezer
- Livewell
- UMT 1,200-pound hydraulic davit
- Large cockpit
- Extensive storage
This makes the Riviera particularly versatile for owners who don’t want to choose between luxury cruising and offshore fishing.
Spend the morning chasing pelagics offshore, then return to the comfort of the flybridge or spacious salon for dinner and an evening aboard.
Spacious Three-Stateroom Interior
Below deck, the Riviera 51 offers a spacious interior designed for comfortable extended stays.
The layout includes three well-appointed staterooms and two heads, providing plenty of room for family and guests.
The large salon offers comfortable seating and generous living space, while the mid-level galley provides an ideal setup for preparing meals without being isolated from the rest of the living areas.
The interior has also received a number of updates, including new carpet, new custom shades, three new air-conditioning units, and new Masterflush heads in 2024.
These upgrades complement the yacht’s high-end finishes and create a comfortable, polished interior for both weekend cruising and longer adventures.
Extensive Recent Upgrades
One of the biggest advantages of this particular Riviera 51 is the amount of work that has already been completed.
Recent upgrades and services include:
2025
- Full 1,000-hour service on engines, gears, and generator
- Exhaust risers removed, inspected, tested, and hardcoat reapplied
- New Veem Interceptor propellers
2024
- Fresh bottom paint
- Three new air-conditioning units
- New Masterflush heads
- Custom shades
- New carpet
- New batteries
2023
- New injectors
- Aftercoolers cleaned
- Valve adjustment
- LED underwater lights
2022
- Three new Garmin multifunction displays
- New Garmin 72-mile radar
- New Garmin autopilot
- Fusion stereo and speakers
- Four-sided EZ2CY enclosure
- New flybridge upholstery
- LED searchlight
- FLIR
- KVH satellite dome
- Aegean WiFi
- Full 3,000-hour service including new turbos
The extensive maintenance history demonstrates a consistent investment in the yacht’s mechanical systems, electronics, comfort, and overall condition.
Built for Life on the Water
The Riviera 51’s combination of generous interior accommodations, a large flybridge, serious offshore equipment, and substantial fuel capacity makes her exceptionally versatile.
She can serve as a comfortable cruising yacht for extended trips, a capable offshore fishing platform, or a spacious weekend retreat for family and friends.
The addition of a Sea Recovery watermaker, KVH satellite TV system, Aegean WiFi, bow thruster, hydraulic davit, and upgraded navigation equipment further enhances her ability to spend extended periods away from the dock.
Whether cruising the Florida coast, heading to the Bahamas, or spending several days offshore, “Chillax” is equipped to make the journey as enjoyable as the destination.
Why This Riviera 51 Stands Out
For buyers searching for a Riviera 51 Flybridge for sale, finding a vessel with this combination of equipment, service history, and capability is a compelling opportunity.
“Chillax” offers the proven reputation of Riviera, upgraded Caterpillar C18 power, extensive range, serious fishing equipment, a large air-conditioned flybridge, and a spacious three-stateroom interior.
Most importantly, many of the major mechanical and cosmetic upgrades have already been addressed, allowing her next owner to focus on enjoying the yacht rather than outfitting her.
Ready for Her Next Adventure
Located in Palm Beach, Florida, this 2005 Riviera 51 Flybridge is currently offered at $499,000.
For buyers looking for a luxury flybridge yacht that can genuinely do it all—from offshore fishing and entertaining to extended cruising—“Chillax” deserves serious consideration.
To learn more about this 2005 Riviera 51 Flybridge or to schedule a private showing, contact Panacea Yacht Group today.