Is this Beneteau the New Renault 5 of the Boats world? 🛥️🌍 2024 Beneteau Antares 11 Coupé Full Tour!

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 17:00:20 +0000

Is the 2024 Beneteau Antares 11 Coupé the Renault 5 of the sea? James certainly thinks so — and after today’s tour, you might too. Despite the frostbite-inducing conditions in Essex (and a questionable winter hat), we dive into a boat that delivers a huge amount of fun for a very reasonable price. Expect blade windows, a balcony that just about fits James, and engines taller than most people’s children.

Inside, we explore the saloon — complete with walnut veneer that’s definitely “perfectly fine” — and the galley that does everything you need as long as you don’t expect Michelin stars. James shows off his Loch Ness Monster socks (dedicated to the late Stan Prosser), and gives his honest take on where Beneteau have saved money… and where they’ve been surprisingly generous.

We crunch the running costs, fuel burn and finance numbers — because nothing says “romantic weekend away” like a chat about annual depreciation. But with brilliant visibility at the helm, a spectacular side door, and a hull that makes 35–40 knots feel effortless, it’s easy to see why this is such a popular weekender for families.

Whether you’re new to boating or already plotting your next upgrade, remember the golden rule: just get out there. Boats create memories, laughs, and the occasional argument about heating noise. This one happens to be for sale too — so if you fancy the Renault 5 of the water, it’s waiting for you at https://www.boats.co.uk/boats-for-sale/beneteau-antares-11-3302/?from=index

TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 – Introduction to the Renault 5 of boats 🚗🛥️
00:55 – Blade windows & clever cost-cutting 👀
01:42 – Deep-V hull overview ⬇️
02:18 – Onboard and Stan Prosser tribute 🕊️
03:04 – Cockpit layout and balcony reveal (slowly)
04:53 – Into the saloon
07:15 – Helm visibility, giant side door & controls 👨‍✈️
09:15 – Cabins and heads review
12:14 - Spacious walkway to the foredeck
12:53 – Running costs, finance & buying breakdown 💷
17:19 - James' final thoughts

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