Live Auction | United States Marshals Sale

June 26th, 2026 at 12:00 PM EST at

299 East Broward Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301

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2017 Azimut 72 Flybridge “Modern Day Drifter III”

The 2017 Azimut 72 Flybridge delivers the sleek Italian styling, luxury accommodations, and impressive performance that have made Azimut one of the most recognized names in yachting. Powered by twin MAN diesel engines, this 72’ motor yacht features expansive entertaining areas, a spacious flybridge layout, and a well-appointed interior designed for comfortable cruising and extended stays onboard.

The exterior offers multiple social spaces including a large aft cockpit with teak decking, forward bow lounge seating, hydraulic swim platform, and an oversized flybridge complete with hardtop, helm station, seating areas, wet bar, and grilling area. Inside, the salon features a bright open layout with modern finishes, dining area, lower helm, and fully equipped galley.

Accommodations include a full-beam master suite, VIP stateroom, additional guest staterooms, and separate crew quarters aft.

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Disclaimer: This vessel will go up for live auction through the United States Marshals Service. Bidding takes place on June 26th, 2026 at 12:00 PM EST at the Fort Lauderdale Courthouse – 299 E. Broward Blvd. Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33301. Bidding takes place in person and the vessel cannot be purchased prior to the time of the auction.

Notice of Sale

Specifications

• Year: 2017
• Make: Azimut
• Model: 72 Flybridge Motor Yacht
• Vessel Name: Modern Day Drifter III
• Builder: Azimut Yachts
• Built In: Turin, Italy
• Hull Material: Molded Fiberglass
• LOA: 74’ 3”
• Beam: 18’ 4”
• Draft: 5’ 10”
• Approx. Weight: 99,693 lbs
• Fuel Capacity: 1,372 Gallons
• Water Capacity: 390 Gallons
• Vessel Type: Flybridge Motor Yacht

Propulsion & Mechanical

• Twin MAN D2862LE446 V-12 Diesel Engines
• 1,400 HP Each
• ZF 665A Transmissions
• 2.226:1 Reduction Ratio
• 3.5” Shafts
• Twin 5-Blade Nibral Propellers
• SeaStar Hydraulic Steering
• SeaKeeper 16 Gyro Stabilizer
• Bow Thruster
• Stern Thruster
• Dual Onan 21kW Generators
• Condaria 120,000 BTU Chiller A/C System
• Watermaker
• Dripless Shaft Seals

Electronics & Navigation

• Raymarine GPS Displays
• Raymarine HD Open Array Radar
• Raymarine Autopilot
• Raymarine Ray260 VHF Radio
• FLIR Camera System
• KVH Satellite System
• Boning Digital Gauges
• Aventic Joystick Controls
• Ritchie Compasses

Exterior Features

• Hydraulic Swim Platform
• Teak Cockpit Decking
• Teak Swim Platform
• Flybridge Hardtop
• Power Flybridge Sunroof
• Forward Bow Lounge Seating
• Power Bow Bimini Top
• Outdoor Flybridge Grilling Area
• Flybridge Wet Bar Area
• Flybridge Icemaker
• Underwater LED Lighting
• Stainless Steel Deck Railings
• Windlass Anchor System
• Stern Winches
• Cockpit Seating Area with Table
• Crew Quarters Access from Transom

Interior Features

• Spacious Main Salon
• Dining Area
• Fully Equipped Galley
• Lower Helm Station
• Full Beam Master Suite
• VIP Stateroom
• Additional Guest Staterooms
• Multiple Private Heads & Showers
• Separate Crew Quarters
• Crew Bathroom
• Air Conditioned Interior
• Built-In Refrigeration & Freezer
• Miele 4-Burner Induction Cooktop
• Microwave
• Entertainment Areas Throughout

Electrical & Systems

• 12V / 24V DC Electrical System
• Dual 125/50 Shore Power Service
• Glendinning Cable System
• Battery Chargers
• Rule Automatic Bilge Pumps
• Manual Bilge Pumps
• SeaFire Fire Suppression System
• Hot Water System
• Pressure Water System
• Tecma Electric Heads

Additional Equipment

• Radar Arch
• Swim Ladder
• Cockpit Sink
• Remote Spotlight
• Stereo System
• Multiple Refrigeration Units
• Shore Power Cord
• Navigation Lighting
• Courtesy Lighting
• Anchor Washdown System