From a motor yacht perspective, for me it doesn't get sexier than a Nordhavn 52 or 60!!!

I really wonder what kind of ride you'll get on the Manhattan trying to run at 18+ kts outside the SFD with typical tradewind seas of 4-6'. In other words, is the high speed capability of that hull shape (and associated engine cost) of practical use when running through the BVIs and to other nearby islands such as St Croix, SXM, and SVIs.