EVOLUTION

2011 Privilege 495 “EVOLUTION” – $500K+ Refit | Owner’s Version | Bahamas-Ready, Off-Grid CatamaranEvolution is a rare opportunity to acquire a properly refit turnkey Privilege 495, one of the most respected performance cruising catamarans ever built. Purchased in 2021 for $605,000, her current owner has since invested over $500,000 modernizing systems, power generation, interior spaces, and mechanical access with a singular goal: extended, self-sufficient cruising away from the dock.Offered now at $899,000, well below total investment, Evolution represents immediate value for the experienced sailor seeking a shallow-draft, owner’s version catamaran capable of remaining at anchor for weeks at a time in destinations like the Bahamas and Caribbean out-islands. This vessel is ready to leave the dock and go cruising in style!Please contact Ed Toy with Edwards Yacht Sales to schedule a showing in person, or virtual thru FaceTime or WhatsApp.Upgrades & Maintenance HistoryEvolution stands apart due to the scale, depth, and intent of her refit program. The work completed was focused on long-term cruising, off-grid autonomy, and durability, not cosmetic enhancement.Over $500,000 in documented upgradesCustom-built stainless steel transom arch, purpose-designed to support the solar array and additional deck equipment4 x 550W bifacial solar panels mounted on the transom archNew 1300 aH lithium battery system with inverter/chargerNew watermaker (April 2022)Four new air conditioning units - 2 x 220V main salon and owners cabin, 2 x 12V guest cabins50Hz system with transformer for 60Hz compatibilityCoppercoat bottom paint – 4 coats applied November 2025Saildrives rebuilt August 2025Three new electric winchesAll-new cockpit enclosure with mesh panels and Eisenglass windshieldNew anchor chainTwo new stainless steel anchorsPropane system professionally redone with proper safety equipmentLiferaft recertified2022 10’ rigid inflatable tender w/ Yamaha 20HP outboard (approx. $28,000 new)Bauer Junior dive compressorNew soundproofing insulation in engine roomsNew tachometersNew hatch lids throughoutStarlink Performance Gen 3SpecificationsBuilder: Privilege Marine (France)Model: Privilege 495Year: 2011Vessel Name: EVOLUTIONType: Sailing CatamaranLOA: Approx. 49’Beam: Approx. 24’Draft: 4.5’ Shallow draft (ideal for Bahamas cruising)Hull Material: Solid fiberglassConfiguration: Owner’s VersionFlag / Registration: United States | Coast Guard DocumentedCurrent Location: St. Augustine, FloridaVessel SpecificationsDisplacement: 22,928 lbsFuel Capacity: 180 Gallons in 2 tanksWater Capacity: 150 Gallons in 1 tankHolding Tank Capacity: One holding tank starboard hull(Buyers familiar with Privilege construction will appreciate the moderate displacement, payload capacity, and motion at sea this design delivers.)Engine & Mechanical DetailsEngines: Twin Volvo diesel enginesHorsepower: 55 HP eachEngine Hours: 4500Saildrives: Rebuilt August 2025Generator: Onan generator - 6300 hoursSoundproofing: New soundproofing insulation installed in engine roomsEngine Access: Piano-hinged aft cabin beds with gas shocks for excellent service accessInstrumentation: New tachometersThis mechanical setup reflects a clear emphasis on serviceability, reliability, and long-term ownership.Accomodations & InteriorConfigured in the highly desirable 3-cabin owner’s version, Evolution offers exceptional comfort and privacy for extended cruising.Spacious owner’s suite - full beam forward cabin with king size bed, owner’s closet to portGuest cabins aft - port side has en suite headAll beds have memory foam toppers for support & comfortGuest head starboard side with access from main salon stairsOwners head with rain showerhead forward to starboardNew TVs in all bedroomsNew clothes washerThis is an interior designed for owners who actually live aboard, not weekend use.Galley and SalonThe galley has undergone a complete refit, transforming it into a modern, highly functional space suited for full-time living aboard.Corian countertopsCustom cabinetry throughoutReconfigured galley storageThor high-end propane convection oven and stovePropane system professionally redone with proper safety equipmentMicrowaveNew 12V refrigerator and freezerNew dining table with electric telescoping basePull down projection screen and smart projector for movie nightsElectronics & Navigational GearNew Garmin electronics suiteDual autopilotsWind instrumentsNew Starlink Performance Gen 3 high-speed satellite internetRockville sound system with zone control and subwooferThis package supports confident passagemaking and reliable connectivity while cruising remotely.Exterior & Deck EquipmentNew stainless steel davit for the dinghy - electric winches to raise and lowerAll-new cockpit enclosure including Mesh panels & Eisenglass across the windshieldNew hatch lidsNew anchor chainTwo stainless steel anchorsAnchor windlassLiferaft recertifiedSolar powered blue LED uplighting on the spreadersDisclaimerThe 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.