Riva Yachts For Sale
Find new, stock and used Riva for sale on YachtBuyer, today. Explore and compare detailed information for the entire Riva range from the entry level Open to the flagship Superyacht Division range.
Riva's Open range covers sportsboats and larger open cruisers, while Sportfly models offer a low-profile sports yacht with an upper helm. The Flybridge range adds more interior space and crew accommodation, with the Superyacht Division extending to the 54.83m (180ft) 54Metri. Buyers can compare current asking prices, stock availability and independent YachtBuyer reviews across the range.
Riva Buyer's Guide
Riva's 10m Aquariva and 54.83m (180ft) 54Metri have the badge in common, but not a great deal else. Between those extremes sit some very different yachts, from open sports cruisers to large flybridge models designed for life with a full-time crew. The choice comes down to how the yacht will be used, the accommodation needed and whether a new, stock or used Riva makes the most sense.
Why Buy a Riva?
Riva has a look all of its own. The swept-back profiles, polished stainless steel and glossy woodwork make these yachts pretty easy to pick out in a marina. There's substance behind the style, too. The Ferretti Group provides the engineering expertise, while the finish can be quite special. YachtBuyer's 112' Dolcevita Super review found excellent joinery and a particularly impressive engine room, although all that polished trim will keep the crew busy.
The Riva badge comes at a price, however, and buyers need to look beyond the looks. A low-slung sports yacht and a large crewed flybridge model offer very different experiences aboard. The layout, performance and equipment matter far more than the name when it comes to finding the right yacht.
Which Model Should I Buy?
Riva Open
The Riva Open range includes everything from classic runabouts to substantial sports cruisers. YachtBuyer's Dolceriva review found lovely detailing and strong performance in a 14.9m weekender, but also some awkward access around the foredeck and engine room. The larger 68' Diable adds three guest cabins and a claimed 40-knot top speed, although its VIP cabin is tight for a yacht of this size.
Riva Sportfly
The Sportfly range offers a low-profile sports yacht with a compact upper helm and extra outdoor seating. YachtBuyer's review of the original 76' Perseo found an excellent owner's cabin and particularly robust construction. The newer Perseo Super builds on that model, while the 66' Ribelle and 88' Folgore provide smaller and larger alternatives. The trade-off is less upper-deck space than a conventional flybridge.
Riva Flybridge
For longer stays aboard, the Flybridge range offers larger saloons, more substantial guest accommodation and separate crew facilities on the bigger yachts. The 90' Argo impressed us in our YachtBuyer review with its finish and layout, although its four-cabin arrangement may not suit buyers who need five. At the larger end, the 112' Dolcevita Super has five guest cabins, an excellent engine room and an improved beach club. These are yachts built for longer trips, with running costs and crew requirements to match.
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ON BOARDRiva 90' Argo Review (2019 Edition)
Riva Superyacht Division
Riva's largest yachts come from its Ancona shipyard. The 54.83m (180ft) 54Metri is the largest completed Riva, while the 70Metri takes the yard into even bigger territory. These are substantial crewed yachts with far greater scope for bespoke interiors and layouts than the production range. Buyers can explore the Riva Superyacht Division for further details.
New, Stock or Used Riva Yachts?
A new Riva built to order gives buyers the greatest say over the layout, finishes and equipment, within the options offered by the yard. The drawback is the wait, particularly on larger models. For buyers who want to get afloat sooner, a stock or in-build Riva may be a better bet. Some are still under construction, however, and much of the specification may already be fixed.
The used Riva market has the wider choice of models and prices, including yachts no longer in production. A used 110' Dolcevita, for example, gives buyers an alternative to the newer 112' Dolcevita Super, but the differences go well beyond age and asking price.
Condition matters enormously. Engine hours, service records, equipment and refit history can make two apparently similar yachts quite different prospects. YachtBuyer's MarketWatch provides a useful record of advertised prices and listing histories, although these should not be confused with actual sale prices. An independent survey and sea trial remain essential before purchase.
Buyers who intend to charter their Riva should check its commercial status, flag-state requirements, crew qualifications and insurance before purchase. On larger models, crew accommodation and access also deserve attention, even for private use.
How Much Does a Riva Yacht Cost?
There's no particularly useful starting price for a Riva when the range stretches from small open boats to large superyachts. New-build prices depend on the model and specification, while the used market offers a much wider spread. A Dolceriva and a 90' Argo may share the famous badge, but they are two very different purchases.
Even two examples of the same model can have quite different asking prices. Age, engine hours, condition, equipment and maintenance history all matter, as does VAT or duty status. YachtBuyer's MarketWatch records advertised prices and price changes, which can help buyers judge an individual yacht against the market. Asking prices aren't the same as achieved sale prices, however, and the Riva badge alone is no guarantee of strong resale values.
Buying Smarter with YachtBuyer
The Riva badge says plenty about the looks, but rather less about the awkward bits. YachtBuyer's independent Riva reviews cover everything from the 68' Diable's tight VIP cabin to the impressive engine room aboard the 112' Dolcevita Super. Buyers can compare those firsthand assessments with current listings, which YachtBuyer checks against live broker feeds to help keep its sales information accurate.
For larger Rivas, MarketWatch adds another useful layer, with more than a decade of advertised-price and listing history. It won't reveal what a yacht eventually sold for, but it can show price reductions and how long a particular boat has been on the market. When the time comes to make an offer, BrokerFinder can connect buyers with a broker who represents their interests rather than the seller's.
