Italian design and open-air luxury: The Riva 59 Mercurius Super at auction
The Riva 59 Mercurius Super is an icon of Italian yacht design, combining timeless elegance with sporty performance and refined comfort. Built in 2004 by Riva S.p.A., this 18-metre motor yacht represents the golden era of Riva’s open yachts. Offered from her second owner and always kept in freshwater, she has been carefully maintained and remains in excellent condition.
Now presented through an international online auction, this Riva 59 Mercurius Super offers a rare opportunity to acquire a VAT-paid Riva classic via a transparent and time-defined process.
Why buy this yacht at auction?
Buying the Riva 59 Mercurius Super at auction offers clarity and confidence. All bids are visible in real time, ensuring full transparency throughout the process. The auction runs within fixed dates, allowing buyers to act decisively without prolonged negotiations.
In addition, YachtBid promotes the yacht internationally, reaching qualified buyers in more than 100 countries. The auction is organised in close cooperation with the accompanying broker and Bright Auctions, providing a secure and professional route from registration to delivery.
Designed for Mediterranean cruising and watersports
The Riva 59 Mercurius Super is all about outdoor living and effortless luxury. Her spacious open cockpit and sun areas create the perfect setting for socialising, relaxing and enjoying long days on the water. Full air conditioning ensures comfort throughout the yacht, even during warmer climates.
Below deck, the yacht offers three spacious cabins with full-size beds, accommodating up to seven guests comfortably. The interior reflects Riva’s signature craftsmanship, blending premium materials with a warm and elegant atmosphere.
A key highlight is the tender garage, housing a Williams 285LP Turbojet, easily launched via the hydraulic gangway. This makes the yacht ideal for wakeboarding, watersports and exploring anchorages around destinations such as Ibiza, Corsica and the wider Mediterranean.
Powered by twin MAN D2840LE403 engines delivering a combined 1,050 hp, the yacht offers smooth performance and confident handling, well suited for fast coastal cruising.
Step-by-step auction process
Register: Create your bidder account on the Bright Auctions platform
View: Inspect the yacht during one of the official viewing days in Loosdrecht.
Bid: Place your bids online on the Bright Auctions website during the auction period.
Complete: After the auction closes, finalise the purchase and arrange delivery with broker support.
More information about the procedure is available via the YachtBid FAQ
Yacht details
Brand / Builder: Riva S.p.A.
Model: 59 Mercurius Super
Type: Motor Yacht
Year: 2004
Length: 18.05 m
Beam: 4.73 m
Draft: 1.60 m
Hull material: GRP (Polyester)
Engines: 2 × MAN D2840LE403 (1,050 hp total)
Fuel: Diesel
Cabins / Berths: 3 cabins / 7 berths
Location: The Netherlands
VAT: Paid
Starting bid: €100,000
Auction timeline
Auction starts: 07 April 2026 – 17:00 hrs
Closure from: 14 April 2026 – 19:00 hrs
Viewing days
Thursday 19 February 2026: 10:00–16:00
Friday 20 March 2026: 10:00–16:00
Saturday 11 April 2026: 10:00–16:00
Location: ’t Breukeleveense Meentje 6, 1231 LM, Loosdrecht / Wijdemeren, The Netherlands
Broker contact
De Valk Yacht Brokers
Julian de Heer
loosdrecht@devalk.nl
+31 6 255 486 84
A rare chance to own a Riva classic
With her iconic design, freshwater history and VAT-paid status, the Riva 59 Mercurius Super remains highly desirable in today’s market. Offered through a transparent international auction, she allows buyers to move forward with confidence while benefiting from full insight into the bidding process. Visit the viewing days and discover how YachtBid connects iconic yachts with their next owners worldwide.
Auction organised in cooperation with our trusted partner Bright Auctions.