Bertram Yachts for Sale

By Robert Lama, President — Miami International Yacht Sales | Updated October 2026

Few names in American offshore fishing carry the weight of Bertram Yachts. Since 1960, the brand has defined what a purpose-built sportfishing vessel looks like — and the performance standard every competitor chases. If you are searching for Bertram yachts for sale in Miami or across South Florida, Miami International Yacht Sales offers the expertise, the market access, and the brokerage infrastructure to help you find the right vessel at the right price. This page covers everything a serious buyer needs to know before acquiring a Bertram: the brand’s history, the models worth understanding, what distinguishes the deep-V hull, how to evaluate a pre-owned example, and what the South Florida sportfishing market currently looks like for Bertram buyers.

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Bertram Yacht History — Born in Miami, Built for the Open Ocean

The story of Bertram yachts begins in Miami — which is also where much of the brand’s reputation was won. In 1960, businessman and ocean racer Richard “Dick” Bertram collaborated with designer Raymond C. Hunt to develop a 31-foot offshore racer called Moppie. The hull geometry Hunt designed was unlike anything in production: a deep-V running surface with consistent deadrise from bow to stern, engineered specifically to slice through ocean swells rather than slam across them.

That year, Moppie entered the Miami-Nassau ocean race — one of the most demanding offshore events in North American yachting — and won outright. The victory was not a marginal result. It demonstrated, in competition conditions, that the deep-V hull could travel faster and more safely through open-ocean chop than the flat-bottom and modified-V hulls that dominated the era. The performance attracted immediate attention from the sportfishing community, and Dick Bertram moved quickly to put the hull form into production.

The early Bertram boat line — beginning with models like the 25, 31, and the well-regarded Bertram 37 — established a template that would define offshore sportfishing design for decades. A Bertram was recognizable by its hull entry, its cockpit layout optimized for fighting fish, and its reputation for handling weather that sent other boats back to the dock. The Bertram 35 Flybridge, introduced in the following years, became one of the most widely sold sportfishing platforms in American boating history and remains in production today.

Ownership of the company changed hands several times over the decades. The Ferretti Group — the Italian builder behind brands including Riva, Pershing, and Itama — acquired Bertram in 1998, bringing the American sportfishing brand under a larger corporate structure while maintaining production in Tampa, Florida. Through subsequent ownership transitions, Tampa has remained the home of Bertram manufacturing. The brand’s American identity and its build location have not changed.

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Are Bertram Yachts Still Made? — Addressing the Closed Question

A common search query — “Bertram yachts closed” — reflects some genuine market confusion. During a period of ownership restructuring in the late 2000s, new Bertram production was suspended temporarily while the brand went through a transition. This pause led many buyers and industry observers to conclude the company had shut down permanently.

The correct answer: Bertram yachts did not permanently close. Production resumed and the brand continued building under new ownership. Where are Bertram yachts made? In Tampa, Florida — the same production city the brand has used for decades. Current production models include the 35 Flybridge, the 50 Sport, and the 61 Convertible. A strong inventory of pre-owned Bertram vessels — 390, 450, 510, 540, 570, 630, 670, and larger — continues to trade actively through the brokerage market.

If you encountered conflicting information about the brand’s status, Robert Lama can provide current, accurate market context — including which models are available, what they are trading for, and what condition standards to expect in the current pre-owned inventory.

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Bertram Models — A Buyer’s Reference Guide

Bertram has produced a wide range of bertram boat models across its history, from 28-foot day boats to 80-foot-class convertibles. The table below covers the models most commonly found in the active brokerage market, including both current-production vessels and pre-owned examples that trade regularly in South Florida. Note that prices reflect typical pre-owned brokerage ranges and vary based on model year, engine hours, condition, and configuration — contact Robert Lama for a current market analysis on any specific vessel.

Price ranges are indicative of the pre-owned brokerage market as of October 2026 and vary by year, configuration, engine hours, and condition. Contact bob@miamiys.com for current availability and market pricing on any specific model.

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The Deep-V Hull — Why Bertram Dominates Offshore Sportfishing

Every Bertram fishing boat ever built traces its performance DNA back to one engineering decision made in 1960: the adoption of the deep-V running surface pioneered by Raymond Hunt. Understanding what a deep-V hull actually does — and why it matters for offshore fishing — is central to understanding why Bertram commands the brokerage premiums it does relative to competing brands in the same size range.

A conventional flat-bottom or shallow-V planing hull performs efficiently in calm conditions. As sea state increases, it slaps across wave faces — transmitting impact loads to the hull structure, the crew, and every piece of equipment aboard. The deeper the V-angle (deadrise) at the transom, the more aggressively the hull cuts into a wave rather than slamming across it. Bertram’s commitment to consistent, significant deadrise from bow to transom produces a hull that remains controllable and relatively comfortable in 4-to-6-foot offshore chop — the kind of sea state that routinely builds 30 to 60 miles offshore in the Gulf Stream.

For tournament sportfishing, this translates directly to fishable days. A Bertram sportfishing yacht reaches offshore grounds when other boats are either slow-trolling in discomfort or staying in the dock. Captains who have fished both deep-V and modified-V hulls in the same conditions consistently report the Bertram as a drier, more predictable ride — particularly at trolling speeds in a beam swell. That earned reputation is why the Bertram deep-V hull remains a reference point in the offshore fishing community more than 60 years after Moppie crossed the finish line in Nassau.

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Buying a Used Bertram Yacht — A Miami Broker’s Checklist

Pre-owned Bertram boats for sale represent some of the best value in the offshore sportfishing segment — but evaluating a used Bertram correctly requires specific knowledge of what to look for in a hull built for saltwater work. Robert Lama has guided buyers through the Bertram acquisition process across the full model range, and the checklist below reflects what matters most.

Hull Structure and Osmotic Blistering

A fiberglass hull used heavily in saltwater over many years will show osmotic blistering on the bottom paint if barrier coat maintenance has been deferred. Hire a marine surveyor who is specifically experienced with fiberglass offshore sportfishers and request a moisture meter reading. Minor surface blistering is repairable; structural delamination is a different problem that should affect your offer price significantly or lead you to a different vessel.

Engine Hours and Service History

Diesel engines in offshore sportfishers typically run high hours in short bursts — full-throttle runs offshore and extended trolling at low RPM. A well-maintained Bertram convertible with documented service history at 2,000+ hours per engine is a better buy than an under-documented example at 800 hours. Request complete service records and ask for the most recent injection system and heat exchanger service dates. Robert Lama can assist with verifying documentation claims before you make an offer.

Cockpit and Rigging Condition

The cockpit is the working space on a Bertram sportfisher — subject to fish blood, live well overflow, monofilament wear, and UV exposure in South Florida conditions. Inspect the cockpit liner for crazing, the fish boxes for proper drainage, the outrigger bases for corrosion at the mount point, and the fighting chair mount (if present) for structural integrity. Rigger-installed equipment often penetrates the cockpit — verify that all penetrations were properly sealed and bonded.

Sea Trial Protocol

A sea trial for a Bertram should include running at WOT (wide-open throttle) to verify RPM targets match the manufacturer’s published specifications, trolling at 6–9 knots for a minimum of 30 minutes to assess engine temperature stability, and a maneuverability test at low speed to evaluate transmission and steering response. Robert Lama attends sea trials on behalf of clients — contact our team to discuss pre-purchase representation before committing to any specific vessel.

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Bertram Yacht Service in South Florida — What Buyers Should Know

If you are searching for Bertram yacht service near me in the Miami or Fort Lauderdale area, South Florida has a deep network of marine service facilities with direct experience on Bertram hulls and the engine systems commonly found aboard them. The majority of larger Bertram convertibles in the Southeast US market run CAT, Cummins, or MAN diesel power — all of which have authorized service centers operating throughout the Fort Lauderdale-Miami corridor.

For buyers relocating a vessel to South Florida or purchasing locally, Robert Lama maintains working relationships with marine service yards, diesel specialists, and rigging shops along the Intracoastal from Miami to Palm Beach. Identifying reliable service infrastructure before completing a purchase — particularly for a vessel coming from another market — is a standard part of the pre-purchase process Robert Lama manages for clients.

Bertram boats in South Florida also benefit from the region’s year-round operating season. Unlike northern markets where vessels are hauled for winter, South Florida Bertrams can be serviced, sea-trialed, and used twelve months a year — which means condition deterioration from storage is less of a concern than in markets that haul boats for 4–6 months annually.

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Why Work With Miami International Yacht Sales for a Bertram

Robert Lama has been buying and selling Bertram yachts in Miami and across South Florida for 14 years as an IYBA-licensed principal broker. That experience translates into specific advantages for Bertram buyers:

• Market knowledge: Robert Lama tracks active Bertram yachts for sale listings through YATCO and YachtWorld continuously — understanding which boats are priced correctly, which have been sitting, and what condition issues are already known in specific listings before you inspect them.
• Off-market access: A meaningful percentage of Bertram transactions — particularly for well-maintained 510 to 670 class vessels — happen before a vessel ever reaches a public listing. Robert Lama’s active network of seller contacts surfaces these opportunities for qualified buyers.
• Buyer representation: When you engage Robert Lama as your buying broker, you pay no broker commission on the transaction — the commission is paid by the seller’s side. You receive full professional representation through survey, negotiation, and closing with no direct fee for the service.
• Florida tax advantage: Florida caps yacht sales tax at $18,000 regardless of purchase price. For a used Bertram yacht for sale at $600,000 or above, completing the transaction in Florida saves buyers from every other US state significant money compared to home-state registration.

📞 Call Robert Lama to discuss current Bertram availability: +1-305-857-8939

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Frequently Asked Questions — Bertram Yachts

Are Bertram yachts still being made?

Yes. Despite market confusion stemming from a period of ownership transition in the late 2000s when new production was temporarily suspended, Bertram yachts are actively built today. Current production models include the 35 Flybridge, the 50 Sport (introduced 2020), and the 61 Convertible (introduced 2018). Production takes place in Tampa, Florida — the same location Bertram has used for decades. The brand has not permanently closed.

Where are Bertram yachts manufactured?

Bertram yachts are manufactured in Tampa, Florida. Despite ownership changes over the decades — including acquisition by the Ferretti Group in 1998 — production has remained in the United States. The Tampa facility maintains Bertram’s tradition of American-built offshore sportfishing construction.

How much does a Bertram yacht cost?

Pricing for Bertram boats for sale varies significantly by model, year, engine configuration, and condition. In the pre-owned market, a well-maintained Bertram 390 or 35 Flybridge typically ranges from approximately $120,000 to $280,000. Mid-range models in the 510 to 570 class generally trade between $280,000 and $850,000. Larger Bertram convertibles — the 630, 670, and 800 — range from approximately $500,000 to $2.5 million depending on year and specification. Current-production vessels (50 Sport, 61 Convertible) typically trade at $600,000 to $2 million or above. Contact Robert Lama for a current market valuation on any specific model.

What is the best Bertram model for offshore sportfishing?

The answer depends on fishing profile and budget. The Bertram 39 CC (center console) is highly regarded for inshore-to-offshore versatility and tournament fishing in the 30-to-60-mile range. The Bertram 510 and 570 Convertible models are widely considered the sweet spot of the range — full overnight capability, proven offshore performance, and strong resale markets. The Bertram 61 Convertible represents the current-production top of the range with full tournament-grade cockpit and serious blue-water credentials. Robert Lama can help match the right Bertram model to your specific fishing program, crew size, and budget.

What is the deep-V hull, and why does Bertram use it?

The deep-V hull — pioneered by designer Raymond C. Hunt and popularized through Bertram’s 1960 offshore racing program — features a continuous, significant V-angle (deadrise) from bow to transom. Unlike flat-bottom or shallow-V hulls that pound across wave faces in offshore chop, a deep-V hull cuts through swells with controlled entry, dramatically reducing impact loads on hull, crew, and equipment. Bertram’s commitment to the Bertram deep-V design is why the brand’s offshore sportfishers remain stable and predictable in sea states that limit other vessels. It is the foundational engineering decision behind every Bertram sportfishing yacht built since 1960.

What should I look for when buying a used Bertram?

Key inspection priorities for a used Bertram include: osmotic blistering assessment on the hull bottom (request moisture meter readings from a qualified surveyor), full engine service history with documentation, cockpit liner and rigging hardware condition, and a comprehensive sea trial at WOT and trolling speeds. Robert Lama provides pre-purchase buyer representation — managing the survey process, attending the sea trial, and negotiating post-survey adjustments on your behalf. Call +1-305-857-8939 to discuss any specific vessel you are considering.

Is there Bertram yacht service available near Miami?

Yes. South Florida has extensive marine service infrastructure with direct experience on Bertram hulls and the diesel engine systems — CAT, Cummins, MAN — commonly found aboard them. Authorized diesel service centers, fiberglass repair specialists, and certified riggers operate throughout the Fort Lauderdale-Miami corridor. Robert Lama can connect buyers with the specific service providers best suited to their vessel’s requirements and home port. For buyers searching “Bertram yacht service near me” in the Miami or Broward area, our brokerage team can point you to the right resources.

Can I buy a Bertram yacht in Miami through a buyer’s broker at no cost?

Yes. When Robert Lama represents you as a buying broker on a Bertram yacht for sale, the broker commission is paid by the seller — you receive full buyer representation, survey management, negotiation support, and closing coordination at no direct cost. This is standard practice in the IYBA brokerage market. Engaging an experienced buyer’s broker for a Bertram purchase in the $200,000–$2 million range is one of the highest-leverage decisions a buyer can make — the expertise applied to pricing verification and survey negotiation almost always recovers more value than buyers achieve independently.

What is the history of Bertram Yachts?

Bertram Yachts was founded in 1960 by Richard “Dick” Bertram in Miami, Florida. Working with designer Raymond C. Hunt, Bertram introduced the deep-V hull form to production boats — a design breakthrough that transformed offshore sportfishing globally. The brand’s 31-foot racer Moppie won the 1960 Miami-Nassau ocean race and launched the Bertram production line. The Bertram 35 Flybridge became one of the most enduring production sportfishers in American boating. The Ferretti Group acquired Bertram in 1998. Through subsequent ownership changes, production has remained in Tampa, Florida, where Bertram continues building today.

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Contact Robert Lama — Bertram Yachts Specialist, Miami

Whether you are searching for a specific Bertram yacht for sale in Miami, evaluating pre-owned options across the 35-to-80-foot range, or need a current market valuation on a Bertram you are considering selling — Robert Lama provides direct, experience-based guidance with no obligation.

• 📞 Phone: +1-305-857-8939
• 📧 Email: bob@miamiys.com
• 📍 Location: 953 Harbor View N, Hollywood, FL 33019 (By Appointment)

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