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Targa 38 Set To Make Her Mark on Europe and Far East During 2006

06/04/2006 [UK] -- Leading international boat builder, Fairline Boats plc will present the brand new Targa 38 at a number of shows in 2006, including Palma, Southampton and Genoa International Boat Show.

The Fairline Targa 38

The express cruiser, which was launched at the 2006 London Boat Show, is set to be another ‘landmark’ model in the Targa series, offering customers similar qualities to the class-leading Targa 47. Following the latest design direction with sharp clean lines, the luxurious model will feature an all-new Targa interior, styled with the use of a brand new satin white oak veneer or traditional luxurious cherry. Benefiting from a contemporary feel throughout, the Targa 38 boasts a brand new integrated entertainment column and stunning feature windows.

Bryan Jones, Marketing Manager at Fairline commented; “The overall package will be of immense interest to the Chinese market which is demanding boats of this size, but with the heritage and sophistication which comes from an established European leader. For the successful businessman, he will not find a more sought-after, exclusive product.”

Fairline Targa 38 details
The Targa 38 really has to be seen to be believed. Visitors to the European shows will be amazed at the sheer amount of luxury and class Fairline has packed into the 38 feet model, as well as the remarkable feeling of space throughout. With dining arrangements and accommodation for up to 6 people (dependent on individual specifications), Fairline has created another express cruiser suitable for enjoying the lifestyle often dreamt of outside the fast pace of everyday life.

With a spacious cockpit, plentiful sunbathing areas and luxurious appointments throughout, the Fairline Targa 38 is set to follow in the footsteps of all Fairline’s previous Targas and become yet again, a class leader.

Cockpit and Helm Position
Featuring the most generous cockpit layout to date, the focus of the Targa 38 is on entertaining. Spacious and open plan, the cockpit features a chaise longue positioned alongside the double bolstered helm seat. The ergonomically designed seating position benefits from an anti-glare twin colour helm station and drop down step to allow easier all round vision when necessary.

Once at anchor, the cockpit area is perfect for al fresco dining with wrap-around seating for six. An optional, but unique, large teak table lowers to form a sunbed or folds away seamlessly into the seating area with a simple and swift cantilever action. The Targa 38 benefits from exceptional bar and cooking facilities, including a sink with hot and cold water, barbecue and bar unit, complete with teak lid. There is also excellent cockpit storage, with dedicated places to store fenders, boat hooks and sun cushions.

A transom gate leads to the integral 4’2” teak-laid bathing platform, which is suitable to accommodate a 2.7m dinghy or RIB. Generous side-decks with solid large diameter handrails afford easy access to the foredeck, where reticulated foam coachroof sun cushions provide for perfect relaxation.

Internal accommodation
The 38 has been designed for overnight accommodation for the owners plus two guests. An optional double berth insert is available to convert the saloon table into an occasional double berth.

The luxuriously appointed Master Stateroom with double berth is positioned forward with considerable natural light from the twin portholes and deck hatch, providing a bright and airy cabin with generous stowage including a full-height hanging locker. A full-size en suite with separate shower adjoins the cabin.

The twin guest cabin is amidships with ample stowage that also includes a hanging wardrobe. The twin berths can be brought together in a unique ‘scissor action’, providing guests with the benefit of a double berth. Generous opening portholes provide natural daylight and the guest accommodation is completed by a private vanity unit locker and basin, featuring hot and cold pressurised water.

Saloon/Galley
The sociable main saloon has comfortable seating for six and a state of the art entertainment console including LCD television, radio, and CD. The comprehensively equipped galley comes complete with gas hob and oven, full height fridge/freezer and extractor fan and has a panoramic hull window.

“The design team at Fairline are renowned for their class leading execution of layout and design,” said Adam Greenwood, Technical Director at Fairline Boats. “Our team offers the most fantastic attention to detail and practical design which is immediately visible as soon as you step onto the Targa 38; offering another step forward in evolutionary design and styling.”

The 38-foot Targa naturally benefits from a brand new Bernard Olesinkski hull and sparkling engine dynamics from the latest generation of Volvo Penta outdrives. Engine options available will be Twin Volvo Penta D4-260 EVC and Twin Volvo Penta D6-310 EVC, and speeds of up to 35 knots are expected.

Founded in 1963, Fairline Boats is one of Europe’s leading boatbuilders, operating from headquarters in Oundle, Northamptonshire. Fairline employs 1200 people directly and exports 95% of their production, making the company a shining example of successful British Manufacturing. To find out further information about Fairline or any of their range of exceptional motoryachts please visit www.fairline.com

Notes:
The Fairline Targa 38 is priced from £185,950.00 excluding VAT.
Fairline Boats manufactures luxury motor yachts from 34 – 74 feet.
- Fairline Targa – 34, 38, 40, 47, 52 and 62 feet.
- Fairline Phantom Flybridge Series – 40, 46 and 50 feet.
- Fairline Squadron – 58, 66 and 74 feet.

Prices range from circa £163,475 to £1.876 million excluding VAT.

Source: Fairline Boats PLC