Saxdor 400GTO Boat Review

Boat Review Date: 26 May 2024
Author: Dans Boat Life

Overview

I think this is more than just an Adventure Boat now and we need to think of a new category name for it. The Saxdor 400GTO has all the hull characteristics of a fast and efficient twin stepped hull. But this new design with the roof, drop down sides and an interior layout that will transform to suit so multiple requirements is truly ahead of it's time in my opinion.

Once again Sakari (Head Designer) has created a boat that both looks cool, performs great but is also priced very competitive and performs more like your own 'Private Island' instead of just a boat to take you places.

I was imagining myself spending a whole summer living onboard this boat in Sydney which is not a dream I have ever had for an Adventure Boat. That's the difference to this design - it is going to welcome a lot more people into this category because they will look at the 400GTO and realise how well they can fit it into their own Boat Life.

Is it perfect - No. I'm yet to find a perfect boat and I found a bunch of small improvements that I think Saxdor would benefit from implementing. Are they things that would stop me from taking a bet on this boat - No.

I think this will win Boat of the Year for it's category in 2025 because when you consider price, performance and layout it's going to be hard to beat.

I've filmed extra content on my Patreon to specifically help you guys who are trying to evaluate this boat vs the competition - / dansboatlife

Remember I don't sell boats, I don't sell advertising and I don't charge for my videos. I do this so YOU the buyer can trust my content. I also understand that Boat Life is different for each and every one of you so I'm attempting to build the Patreon Community into a resource that will help you make a more educated decision for yourself.

About the Author: Dan Jones is a retired boat salesman of 20 years who is creating real world independent boat tests for his YouTube Channel, Dans Boat Life. He has personally sold and delivered over 450 power and sailing boats and has 30 years’ experience with yacht racing, cruising sailing and power boats of all types. Dan has trained hundreds of owners on the operation of their new boats and is a specialist in coaching new boat owners on how to confidently park their boat in a marina berth.