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2008 Outer Reef 650 Motoryacht “JOURNEY”
Listing ID gkhqg9yb · Prepared Sep 23, 2026
$ 1,395,000 USD
Fort Lauderdale, Florida US
Listing summary
JOURNEY is a 2008 Outer Reef Yachts 650 Motoryacht designed for serious long-range cruising, offshore capability, and comfortable liveaboard use. Located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, this 65-foot raised pilothouse motor yacht offers the proven Outer Reef build quality buyers expect, with a wide 18.5-foot beam, 5-foot draft, secure side decks, and a 2,000-gallon fuel capacity ideal for extended passages and coastal cruising.
Inside, JOURNEY delivers a warm and practical cruising layout with a bright salon, well-appointed galley, teak interior finishes, granite countertops, cedar-lined lockers, and a comfortable multi-stateroom arrangement for owners and guests. The raised pilothouse design provides excellent visibility and separation between navigation, entertaining, and private accommodations, making this Outer Reef 650 well-suited for owner-operators, family cruising, or extended time aboard.
Powered by twin Caterpillar C-15 diesel engines and supported by Northern Lights generators, ABT Trac stabilizers, hydraulic bow and stern thrusters, Raymarine navigation electronics, watermaker, fuel polishing system, and a full cruising systems package, JOURNEY is equipped for confident passagemaking. Recent service and upgrades, including 2025 engine and generator service, Caterpillar 5,000-hour service, salon soft goods refit, davit service, and a 2019 repaint, make this 2008 Outer Reef 650 Motoryacht a strong option for buyers seeking a capable long-range cruising yacht for sale.
- Representative
- Jeff Druek
- Listing status
- Good starting point (4/5)
- Media package
- 1 photo - 360 tour
Published specifications
15 fields- Year
- 2008
- Length
- 65 ft
- Make
- Outer Reef Yachts
- Model
- 650 Motoryacht
- Type
- Motor Yacht, Flybridge
- Condition
- Pre-Owned
- Beam
- 18' 6"
- Draft
- 5
- Hull material
- Fiberglass
- Fuel
- Diesel
- Engine
- 2 x Caterpillar C-15 @ 865 bhp
- Name
- JOURNEY
- Make Tmp
- 87
- Fuel Type
- 1
- Fuel Capacity
- 2000
Features and equipment
Long-Range Cruising Design
JOURNEY is a 2008 Outer Reef Yachts 650 Motoryacht built for serious long-range cruising, combining a 65-foot LOA, 18.5-foot beam, 5-foot draft, and 2,000-gallon fuel capacity for extended offshore passages and comfortable coastal cruising.
Raised Pilothouse Configuration
The classic raised pilothouse layout gives JOURNEY excellent visibility, protected navigation space, and a practical separation between helm operations, guest areas, and private accommodations, making it well-suited for owner-operators and extended cruising.
Spacious Interior Layout
The interior offers a bright salon, well-appointed galley, teak finishes, granite countertops, cedar-lined hanging lockers, and a comfortable multi-stateroom arrangement designed for privacy, storage, and extended time aboard.
Comfortable Salon & Galley
JOURNEY features an inviting salon with an L-shaped settee, entertainment center, natural light, and easy flow into the galley, creating a functional onboard living area for relaxing, dining, and entertaining.
Reliable Caterpillar Power
Powered by twin Caterpillar C-15 diesel engines rated at 865 bhp each, JOURNEY is equipped for dependable performance, efficient long-range operation, and confident passagemaking.
Stabilized Offshore Capability
ABT Trac 220 stabilizers with 7.5-square-foot fins help improve comfort underway, reducing roll and making this Outer Reef 650 a capable choice for offshore cruising and longer passages.
Hydraulic Bow & Stern Thrusters
ABT hydraulic bow and stern thrusters with proportional controls provide improved maneuverability around docks, marinas, tight fairways, and close-quarters handling situations.
Well-Equipped Flybridge
The full-beam flybridge includes helm seating, molded instrument console, L-shaped seating, sliding tables, BBQ grill, icemaker, hardtop, davit, and a 14-foot Novurania tender with 60 hp Yamaha outboard.
Cruising Systems Package
JOURNEY includes Northern Lights generators, fuel polishing, watermaker, inverter, isolation transformers, chilled-water air conditioning, central vacuum, and extensive plumbing and electrical systems for extended self-sufficient cruising.
Recent Service & Upgrades
Notable recent updates include 2025 engine and generator service, completed Caterpillar 5,000-hour service, contamination-free oil samples, salon soft goods refit, davit service, Vessel Vanguard maintenance records, and a 2019 repaint.
Media and documents
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Videos0
360 tourAvailable
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Buyer action checklist
- Confirm availability and asking priceAsk whether the published ask is still current before arranging travel or survey.
- Confirm representative and closing pathAsk who handles offers, escrow, title or documentation, and final closing coordination for this yacht.
- Request documents and survey historyNo documents are published; ask for survey, title, service, warranty, and specification records.
- Review missing media anglesAsk for current exterior, helm, cabins, heads, machinery, and hull-detail photos.
- Plan showing and survey logisticsConfirm access rules, berth details, showing windows, and survey or haul-out timing in Fort Lauderdale, Florida US.
- Estimate ownership costsAsk about insurance expectations, berth or storage, maintenance reserves, crew, delivery, taxes, and service schedule.
Due-diligence requests
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Description
JOURNEY is a 2008 Outer Reef Yachts 650 Motoryacht designed for serious long-range cruising, offshore capability, and comfortable liveaboard use. Located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, this 65-foot raised pilothouse motor yacht offers the proven Outer Reef build quality buyers expect, with a wide 18.5-foot beam, 5-foot draft, secure side decks, and a 2,000-gallon fuel capacity ideal for extended passages and coastal cruising.
Inside, JOURNEY delivers a warm and practical cruising layout with a bright salon, well-appointed galley, teak interior finishes, granite countertops, cedar-lined lockers, and a comfortable multi-stateroom arrangement for owners and guests. The raised pilothouse design provides excellent visibility and separation between navigation, entertaining, and private accommodations, making this Outer Reef 650 well-suited for owner-operators, family cruising, or extended time aboard.
Powered by twin Caterpillar C-15 diesel engines and supported by Northern Lights generators, ABT Trac stabilizers, hydraulic bow and stern thrusters, Raymarine navigation electronics, watermaker, fuel polishing system, and a full cruising systems package, JOURNEY is equipped for confident passagemaking. Recent service and upgrades, including 2025 engine and generator service, Caterpillar 5,000-hour service, salon soft goods refit, davit service, and a 2019 repaint, make this 2008 Outer Reef 650 Motoryacht a strong option for buyers seeking a capable long-range cruising yacht for sale.
Features
Long-Range Cruising Design
JOURNEY is a 2008 Outer Reef Yachts 650 Motoryacht built for serious long-range cruising, combining a 65-foot LOA, 18.5-foot beam, 5-foot draft, and 2,000-gallon fuel capacity for extended offshore passages and comfortable coastal cruising.
Raised Pilothouse Configuration
The classic raised pilothouse layout gives JOURNEY excellent visibility, protected navigation space, and a practical separation between helm operations, guest areas, and private accommodations, making it well-suited for owner-operators and extended cruising.
Spacious Interior Layout
The interior offers a bright salon, well-appointed galley, teak finishes, granite countertops, cedar-lined hanging lockers, and a comfortable multi-stateroom arrangement designed for privacy, storage, and extended time aboard.
Comfortable Salon & Galley
JOURNEY features an inviting salon with an L-shaped settee, entertainment center, natural light, and easy flow into the galley, creating a functional onboard living area for relaxing, dining, and entertaining.
Reliable Caterpillar Power
Powered by twin Caterpillar C-15 diesel engines rated at 865 bhp each, JOURNEY is equipped for dependable performance, efficient long-range operation, and confident passagemaking.
Stabilized Offshore Capability
ABT Trac 220 stabilizers with 7.5-square-foot fins help improve comfort underway, reducing roll and making this Outer Reef 650 a capable choice for offshore cruising and longer passages.
Hydraulic Bow & Stern Thrusters
ABT hydraulic bow and stern thrusters with proportional controls provide improved maneuverability around docks, marinas, tight fairways, and close-quarters handling situations.
Well-Equipped Flybridge
The full-beam flybridge includes helm seating, molded instrument console, L-shaped seating, sliding tables, BBQ grill, icemaker, hardtop, davit, and a 14-foot Novurania tender with 60 hp Yamaha outboard.
Cruising Systems Package
JOURNEY includes Northern Lights generators, fuel polishing, watermaker, inverter, isolation transformers, chilled-water air conditioning, central vacuum, and extensive plumbing and electrical systems for extended self-sufficient cruising.
Recent Service & Upgrades
Notable recent updates include 2025 engine and generator service, completed Caterpillar 5,000-hour service, contamination-free oil samples, salon soft goods refit, davit service, Vessel Vanguard maintenance records, and a 2019 repaint.
Specifications
- Make
- Outer Reef Yachts
- Model
- 650 Motoryacht
- Type
- Motor Yacht, Flybridge
- Condition
- Pre-Owned
- Length
- 65 ft
- Beam
- 18.5 ft
- Draft
- 5 ft
- Hull material
- Fiberglass
- Fuel
- Diesel
- Engine
- 2 x Caterpillar C-15 @ 865 bhp
- Name
- JOURNEY
- Year
- 2008
- Make Tmp
- 87
- Fuel Type
- 1
- Fuel Capacity
- 2,000 gal
Media
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This listing has a 4 of 5 confidence score on BoatShowAvenue. It includes 1 photo, 360 tour, 15 visible specification fields, and 10 feature notes.
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