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The Y8 from YYachts is an 80-foot carbon-fiber performance cruiser built in Germany, designed with a focus on weight distribution and crewed operation.0:03 The base price starts at approximately 4 million euros, though custom options—including high-performance sails, a lifting keel, teak decking, and specialized boom systems—can push the final cost toward 5 million euros.0:28 The vessel features a split cockpit layout, separating the working area from the guest lounge.0:48 Below deck, the interior utilizes a Scandinavian aesthetic with a raised saloon floor that provides 180-degree views through curved windows.2:52 The engine and technical systems are housed beneath the saloon floor, which lifts via a hydraulic system to provide full access for maintenance.4:16 The galley and crew quarters are located aft, designed to support a two-person professional crew.3:23 The layout includes a master cabin with sea berths and separate guest and crew accommodations, all equipped with air conditioning and integrated CAN bus control systems.2:12

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