BMB 25DC

 

Issue: April 2004
Manufacturer: Bavaria Motor Boats

You know the old saying ?Good things come in small packages? and it?s certainly true when we refer to the new BMB 25DC. This smallish express cruiser delivers loads of quality and style in one small, but manageable package. Once you get this cruiser up and running you have to pinch yourself to be reminded that this smart craft is only 25ft long, because its outdoor areas have all the elements, and then some, of a run of the mill 30 footer. The BMB 25DC?s cockpit is extremely roomy and the whole craft exudes luxury from aft to bow.

Running only a single screw with a short LOA, the BMB25DC fits neatly into the category of a pocket-sized luxury express cruiser. But the BMB 25DC is in no way a compromise ? she will impress all that board her, but with a price tag around $130,000 there are few in this class that can compete against her The top-notch build quality starts with the teak-laid swim platform, with shower, ladder and massive storage bay, through to the walk-through stainless steel bowrail and enormous anchor well. Duck below decks and you can see how Bavaria Motor Boats have managed to build such a small, but desirable day cruising package.

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The mahogany trimmed saloon is stylish but compact. The settee converts into a twin berth. The galley is small, but fully functional with a fridge and cooker and the head is a slide-out removable affair that tucks away under the stairs. And there?s still plenty of room for a load of storage and lockers. The main saloon has plenty of headroom, lovely upholstery and ample natural light. For a couple, this boat easily fills the role of a top overnighter, but BMB make no claims about it being anything else - the BMB 25DC?s predominant role is that of a luxurious day cruiser. And that she is. Topside the BMB 25 has seating for eight on twin forward bolster seats, an L-shape settee and a large sun pad. There?s also a removable table, large under4floor storage areas, a big fridge, small sink and a plethora of stainless steel drink holders.

Moving around topside is easy, because the bowrail extends right back to behind the driver, centre steps access the bow through the split windscreen and there are wide walkways around the gunwales, so you do have to soil the white sun pad when boarding from the swim platform. As with all the BMBs we have tested, the 25DC has a walk-through bowrail (with cable safety rail), which makes it a snitch to drop someone off on a beach or wharf, while the electric windlass also makes it a one-person job to anchor the craft. This boat displayed a functionality we have come to expect from BMB boats and certainly had the ?I want one factor?. But the good news is that she?s more within the reach of most of the Modern Boating team than her bigger sisters. Who knows, dreams may one day become a reality.

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