RE: Princess Yachts R35: Driven

[Greg the Fish]

Nice looking thing but would prefer this.

Metamarine Montecarlo 48

1880 hp (yes, that is not a typo) from twin SEATEK 940 TNTs

82+ Knots (not a typo either). And still cheaper, far more exclusive and far easier on the eye than a Senna

Bellissimo

[Uncle John]

I love boats & therefore approve of the article.

More of this please.

Currently in Puerto Pollensa where there is usually a tasty array of the floating kind.

Alas, they are digging up the pavement on one side of the marina so not as many as usual. Will have a proper look around tomorrow to make sure.

[Jonny TVR]

simonjrwinter said:

The old adage is very true....the two happiest days in your life are the day you buy your boat...and the day you sell your boat.
A lovely thing, but much like a caravan or motor home, unless you use it on a regular basis, it’s just a huge waste of money....

Wise words ..

[belleair302]

Lovely design but it isn't a Midnight Express, HCB, Cigarette, Donzi or Formula. Oddly boats like these in the Med rarely go anywhere beyond yacht to quayside. A great deal of money for a tender. Am sure the fit and finish is stunning but 60mph is pretty feeble with those engines.

[dangerousB]

simonjrwinter said:

The old adage is very true....the two happiest days in your life are the day you buy your boat...and the day you sell your boat.

Really? I hear this frequently said, but never hear it explained. I don't know what sort of boats you've been buying, but I couldn't disagree more

The only person who'd say this is either not into the water/ocean (in which case, why buy a boat?) or bought a lemon (in which case the which sentiment could be applied to any purchase).

I'd put boat (and I'd include PWC) ownership head and shoulders above pretty much any purchase I've made. They're awesome fun.

Not my cup of tea, but lovely boat and great article by the way!

[130R]

Is that a boat, or is that a yacht ..

[Greg the Fish]

130R said:

Is that a boat, or is that a yacht ..

It's a boat

[130R]

Greg the Fish said:

130R said:

Is that a boat, or is that a yacht ..

It's a boat

I would call it a boat as well

[rampageturke]

ash73 said:

Lovely looking thing.

Would like to see more yacht reviews on PH.

no thanks

[Beechie]

Ugly, to be perfectly honest.

[FWDRacer]

Aluminium V8's and seawater. I can't sea a problem here.....

[blade7]

Often wondered how I'd get through a lottery jackpot, £500k and 200 litres an hour for starters I suppose.

[anonymous-user]

Derek Chevalier said:

"The world of marine performance is still waiting for such a vehicle; a vessel which is straightforward to manoeuvre around a marina, comfortable and practical, yet can also allow enthusiasts without experience in the World Powerboat Championship a taste of genuine waterborne prowess"

I spent time in a Sea Ray recently and it seemed to be more than adequate. Would love to know how this moves the game on.

Just look at the thing and stop being such a Derek!

[R8Steve]

dangerousB said:

simonjrwinter said:

The old adage is very true....the two happiest days in your life are the day you buy your boat...and the day you sell your boat.

Really? I hear this frequently said, but never hear it explained. I don't know what sort of boats you've been buying, but I couldn't disagree more

The only person who'd say this is either not into the water/ocean (in which case, why buy a boat?) or bought a lemon (in which case the which sentiment could be applied to any purchase).

I'd put boat (and I'd include PWC) ownership head and shoulders above pretty much any purchase I've made. They're awesome fun.

Not my cup of tea, but lovely boat and great article by the way!

It's what people that have never owned a boat usually say. I've never heard anyone that owns or has owned a boat say it, ever.

[B10]

It is now effectively a French company owned by LVMH. another example of a British company flogged off to foreign owners. Basically because we Brits don't care about real patriotism, just faux patriotism wrapped up in football and pointless Brexit.

[griffdude]

Greg the Fish said:

Nice looking thing but would prefer this.

Metamarine Montecarlo 48

1880 hp (yes, that is not a typo) from twin SEATEK 940 TNTs

82+ Knots (not a typo either). And still cheaper, far more exclusive and far easier on the eye than a Senna

Bellissimo

That’s the ticket! Much quicker & more phallic!

[tiggyzak]

......Oh dear.....I think it's lovely anyway. And ,NO ,I can't afford one but good luck to anyone that can and buys one.

[Water Fairy]

Beechie said:

Ugly, to be perfectly honest.

I'd love to see your missus...................

[Water Fairy]

I'm lucky enough to own an apartment overlooking Lake Como and some of the boats/yachts there are truely impressive. I reckon this would stand out though.

Love it!

[dvs_dave]

R8Steve said:

dangerousB said:

simonjrwinter said:

The old adage is very true....the two happiest days in your life are the day you buy your boat...and the day you sell your boat.

Really? I hear this frequently said, but never hear it explained. I don't know what sort of boats you've been buying, but I couldn't disagree more

The only person who'd say this is either not into the water/ocean (in which case, why buy a boat?) or bought a lemon (in which case the which sentiment could be applied to any purchase).

I'd put boat (and I'd include PWC) ownership head and shoulders above pretty much any purchase I've made. They're awesome fun.

Not my cup of tea, but lovely boat and great article by the way!

It's what people that have never owned a boat usually say. I've never heard anyone that owns or has owned a boat say it, ever.

100% this. Along with “if it flies floats or fks, rent it”, and “a boat is a hole in the water you throw money into”.

Witty, yet hilariously unoriginal rash financial advice doled out by those not in the know.

Here’s another for people to repeat at the social club bar; “Boats are are like strippers. They both stop working after you stop throwing money at them.”