GIGI

Originally delivered in 2009, GiGi is the first “RestoMod” among the only 13 Grand Banks 47 Heritage Classics ever built. In response to growing demand for fast trawlers, beginning in 2007 Grand Banks offered its all-time most popular Classic model on a 47’ Sparkman & Stephens planing hull. 

During 2024 and 2025, GiGi was completely reconfigured and repowered by Passagemaker author Frank Scavone and has been featured in numerous articles chronicling its restoration and travels along the eastern seaboard and the Bahamas. GIGI now features  2024 model Twin Cummins 600hp QSC 8.3 engines facilitate a comfortable cruising speed of 23 MPH at 85% engine load and a maximum speed of 29.7MPH.   

At the time the engines were replaced, the engine room soft patch was redesigned into an insulated hatch that facilitates full and easy engine access. The Onan generator and 4-zone Dometic HVAC system are also both new.  The new custom teak swim platform is designed on a hydraulic lift and configured for easy storage and launch of a new ULT 300 tender custom painted in Grand Banks white. Decks have been refinished in non-skid and all steps, seats and hatch covers have been rebuilt in solid teak. Custom canvas covers protect finished toe rails and placards.  Yes – The custom canvas railing saddlebag holds 2 folding Dahon bikes!

This fantastic yacht offers two suites fore and aft with ensuite heads for privacy and island queens in both. Her salon is spacious with plentiful seating with a mid-level galley featuring a large pantry and granite counters. A custom teak leaf desk and writing chair in combination with the Starlink system turns the salon into a productive office for remote work. All interior appointments including cushions, mattresses, headliners, carpet, and stateroom blinds have been updated. The flybridge is generous, seats six and has a wet bar and updated refrigerator. STIDD helm chairs have new factory cushions, all seating cushions are new, and the outdoor speakers and VHF speakers were replaced. For Great Loopers, the onboard davit has been configured to retract the mast mechanically and in minutes. 

This is the nicest 47 Classic that has been available for sale! This boat is fast, efficient, ideal for long range cruising, liveaboards or those seeking spacious and luxurious interior accommodations while not sacrificing performance. She is TURN KEY and ready to begin cruising with new owners!  GIGI is currently berthed in Hobe Sound, FL and plans to head north to Charleston, SC mid-June where she will remain for the summer. Call today to schedule a showing. Articles are available upon request.

RECENT UPDATES & UPGRADES (NEW 2022 - 2026) 

2024 Cummins QSC 8.3 Twin Engines at 600hp each

2024 Engine room soft patch redesigned for easy access

2024 Drive System: Shafts aligned, new cutlass bearings, shaft seals, props reconditioned

2024 Onan Generator 13.5kW

2024 Starlink WIFI Connectivity

2024 Awlgrip Non-Skid Decks & Teak Trim 

2024 TNT Hydraulic Swim Platform

2025 Tender: ULT300 2025 w/ 9.8hp Tohatsu

2024 All Cushion Upholstery

2024 STIDD Cushion Upholstery

2026 Fuel Polished & Tanks Cleaned

2024-26 Dometic Air-Conditioning Units

2025 Flybridge Windshield

2022 Full Suite Garmin Electronics