Maritimo S58 set for 2013 launch

Maritimo has delayed until next year the launch of the new S58.

The new official launch of the S58 is scheduled for Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show in May, 2013.

Sources at Maritimo say the delay is due to the high demand for the Mustang 43, Maritimo 45 and new M48. However, Maritimo is still highly excited about the new boat with the first S58 off the line going to none other than company owner Bill Barry-Cotter.

Maritimo made a strategic decision late last year to re-focus on its core strengths and to design and release a totally new range of high-performance luxury vessels, and the sleek new Maritimo S58 Sedan is a result of that re-think.

Maritimo says the S58 Sedan is a sleek, stylish sibling to the already popular M58 flybridge motoryacht and its 2013 launch is expected to attract considerable attention.

The S58 is a very different from Maritimo’s popular European-styled C60 Sports Cabriolet. The S58 is aimed squarely at those who enjoy the more versatile arrangement of the open cockpit but with a single level sports sedan.

"We don’t expect to sell great volumes of these boats -- it’s about finding a niche segment and then building it to exceed customers’ expectations," said Maritimo’s sales and marketing manager Greg Haines.

"The new model development comes following Maritimo’s customer research where it was found that there was demand for a non-flybridge boat with the distinctive Australian/New Zealand look and layout with a more versatile open cockpit. This will really appeal to the discerning voyager coming out of a sports fish flybridge model," Mr Haines said.

Mr Haines said everything about the S58 Sedan had been thoroughly researched and reviewed and the inclusion of benefits such as the full-beam master stateroom with ensuite and chaise lounge, make-up vanity or study and large portholes port and starboard guaranteed its appeal.

“On the business end of things the nine-degree shaft angle and thick shaft diameter, dynamic variable deadrise hand-laid hull with a five-year structural guarantee, and shaft-drive technology with optional Xenta manoeuvring system provide a formidable package," he said.

"There are also large fuel tanks for long-range cruising and the best fuel efficiency in its class so you can go further for longer," he said.

Mr Haines said the S58 Sedan really came into its own in terms of the living environment.

Stepping in from the wide teak-laid cockpit, wide opening bi-fold doors make for ease of entry and create an air of open-plan, breezy and spacious single-level living. There is a fully-equipped aft galley, a large dining table capable of accommodating six diners, ample storage space and plush lounges for relaxing.

The transom entertainment console with barbeque, sink and eutectic freezer is the perfect place to enjoy a drink and grill the catch of the day. The cockpit spills past the transom entertainment console port and starboard onto the ample teak laid swim platform creating even more waterfront real estate.

Inside forward saloon windows allow ample natural light into the saloon and the finishes throughout are top of the range, according to Mr Haines.

"We have looked at all the little things," he said. "There’s a staircase to the engine room which has a moulded gelcoat engine room liner bonded to the hull, there’s port and starboard fender and rope storage, the lazarette is large and capable of storing all the toys -- basically we have thought of everything."

He said the sedan was also perfect for waterfront property owners who have to navigate under bridges to reach their homes which is the case for thousands of Gold Coast boat owners.

Mr Haines said the S58 Sedan would come standard with twin Volvo D13 800mhp engines and have cruising speed of approximately 25 knots.

The vessel sleeps a total of six people in privacy and comfort and there are two fully equipped bathrooms including the master stateroom ensuite.

The S58 Sedan will be marketed at $1.99 million.