What are Wally Yachts?
Wally Yachts are avant-garde luxury motor yachts and sailing yachts known for minimalist styling, advanced engineering, open-air living spaces and performance-oriented hull designs. Founded in 1994, Wally builds everything from walkaround dayboats and superyacht tenders to high-volume motor yachts, racing sailboats and carbon-fiber performance cruisers. The brand’s design philosophy emphasizes function, technology, performance, comfort and a close connection to the water.
Who owns Wally Yachts?
Wally is owned by Ferretti Group, the Italian yacht-building organization whose portfolio also includes Ferretti Yachts, Riva, Pershing, Itama, CRN and Custom Line. Ferretti began its acquisition of the Wally brand in 2019 and completed the purchase of the remaining ownership interest in July 2025, giving it full control of the company that holds the Wally brand. Wally was founded by yacht designer and entrepreneur Luca Bassani.
Where are Wally Yachts built?
Wally production is integrated into Ferretti Group’s Italian manufacturing network. The Group’s production center in Forlì, Italy, builds Wally yachts and has been expanded with dedicated Wally production areas, offices and a testing tank. Certain specialized sailing and racing projects may also involve expert design firms, suppliers or partner builders selected for a particular yacht’s technical requirements.
What types of yachts does Wally build?
Wally builds luxury motor yachts and sailing yachts across several distinct categories. Its motor-yacht portfolio includes open dayboats, superyacht tenders, chase boats, performance weekenders and high-volume crossover yachts. Its sailing range includes elegant daysailers, one-design and grand-prix racing yachts, performance-cruising superyachts and large carbon-fiber projects intended to combine bluewater capability with competitive sailing performance.
What Wally Yacht models are currently available?
As of 2026, the Wally motor-yacht range includes the wallytender43, wallytender43X, wallytender48, wallytender48X, wallypower50, wallypower50X, wallypower58, wallypower58X, wallywhy100, wallywhy150 and wallywhy200. The sailing portfolio includes the wallynano37, wallyrocket51, wallyrocket71 and wallywind110, along with the larger wallywind130 and wallywind150 projects.
What are the most popular Wally Yacht models?
Wally does not publish a definitive global sales ranking by model, but several yachts have become especially recognizable. The wallytender48 is a prominent luxury dayboat and chase boat, while the wallypower58 carries forward design cues associated with the legendary wallypower118. The wallywhy200 is one of the brand’s most distinctive high-volume motor yachts, and the award-winning wallywind110 represents Wally’s modern performance-cruising sailing range.
What is the difference between wallytender, wallypower and wallywhy models?
The wallytender family consists primarily of open, walkaround dayboats that can also serve as family boats, resort shuttles, chase boats or superyacht tenders. The wallypower range adds a more performance-oriented weekender concept, with enclosed protection, distinctive glass-and-carbon superstructures and greater overnight capability. The wallywhy range emphasizes interior volume, panoramic glass, wide-body construction, large owner’s suites and seamless indoor-outdoor living aboard yachts such as the wallywhy100, 150 and 200.
How do Wally Yachts compare with competing luxury yacht brands?
Wally occupies the premium, design-driven end of both the motor-yacht and sailing-yacht markets. Depending on the size and category, motor-yacht shoppers may also consider models from Riva, Pershing, Vanquish or Pardo, while sailing buyers may compare Wally with Nautor Swan, Baltic Yachts or Southern Wind. Wally differentiates itself through unconventional layouts, bold exterior architecture, extensive glazing, fold-down sea terraces and the ability to combine social spaces with genuine performance. This competitive positioning is a market assessment based on the design and intended use of the current Wally range.
How fast are Wally motor yachts?
Speed depends on the model, engine package, load and operating conditions. The inboard wallytender43 is rated for approximately 40 knots, while the wallytender48 and wallypower58 are rated for approximately 38 knots. At the more performance-focused end of the range, the outboard wallypower50X is projected to reach as much as 54 knots with optional Mercury Racing power. The larger wallywhy models prioritize space and comfort, with published maximum speeds ranging from approximately 23 to 27 knots.
Does Wally build sailing yachts?
Yes. Sailing yachts have been central to Wally since the company’s early years. The current sailing range includes the elegant wallynano37 daysailer, the race-focused wallyrocket51 and wallyrocket71, and the carbon-fiber wallywind110 performance cruiser. Larger wallywind130 and wallywind150 projects are also listed in the brand’s portfolio. These yachts are intended for different purposes, ranging from short-handed day sailing and grand-prix competition to bluewater cruising and superyacht regattas.
Do Wally Yachts have cabins for overnight cruising?
Many Wally motor yachts have overnight accommodations, although their capabilities vary considerably by model. The wallytender43 has a double berth and private bathroom, while the wallytender48 offers a double suite suitable for weekends aboard. The wallypower58 can be arranged with a forward double berth and an additional guest cabin or crew space. Larger wallywhy yachts provide multiple guest staterooms and crew accommodations, while the wallywind110 can accommodate guests in as many as four staterooms.
How much does a Wally Yacht cost?
Wally Yacht prices vary substantially according to model, propulsion, equipment, interior specification, customization and delivery location. The brand’s public model pages direct prospective buyers to request additional information rather than displaying a fixed retail price. On the pre-owned market, value is also affected by model year, engine hours, maintenance history, refit work, optional equipment, service records and survey results. An experienced yacht broker can provide current asking prices and analyze recent comparable sales.
How do Wally owners typically use their yachts?
Owners use Wally motor yachts for day cruising, entertaining, swimming, island hopping, waterfront dining and fast travel between coastal destinations. Wallytender models are also used as resort shuttles, superyacht tenders and chase boats, while wallypower models support day use and weekend cruising. The larger wallywhy yachts are better suited to family vacations and professionally crewed cruising. Sailing-yacht owners use their Wallys for bluewater passages, luxury cruising and international regatta competition.
Wally motor yachts can work well in Florida, the Bahamas and the Great Lakes, but the appropriate model depends on the owner’s plans. Buyers should consider draft, cruising range, weather protection, marina dimensions, seasonal storage and local service resources before selecting a yacht.
Have Wally Yachts received any recent awards?
Yes. The wallywhy100 was named a joint winner in the Motor Yacht 21–24 Meter category at the 2025 Yacht Style Awards. In February 2026, the wallywind110 won Outstanding Exterior Design – Sailing Yachts at the BOAT International Design & Innovation Awards. Judges recognized the sailing yacht’s clean exterior lines, teak work, flexible cockpit arrangement and ability to transition between comfortable cruising and performance sailing.
Why should I use a Jefferson Beach Yacht Sales broker to purchase a Wally Yacht?
A Jefferson Beach Yacht Sales yacht broker can help buyers search the global brokerage market, compare Wally models and determine whether a yacht’s layout, propulsion, range and equipment match their intended use. This guidance is particularly important because Wally yachts may have sophisticated systems, individualized specifications and significant differences between model generations. A JBYS broker can assist with pricing analysis, offer strategy, maintenance-record review, surveys, engine inspections, sea trials, documentation, transportation and closing.
Jefferson Beach Yacht Sales has more than 50 years of company experience and operates nine offices in Michigan, Illinois, Ohio and Florida. That combination of Great Lakes and Florida knowledge gives Wally buyers experienced representation in two important luxury-yachting markets.
