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Boat Spotlights: Chris-Craft, Sabre, Scout, Sirena
SPECIFICATIONS LOA: 37’ Beam: 10’10” Draft: 1’11”/3’2” Weight (dry): 13,500 lbs. Fuel Capacity: 185 gals. Water Capacity: 35 gals. Base Power: 2 x Mercury 6.2L V8 350-hp MSRP (Heritage Edition - Base/Loaded): $455,380 / $595,190 CHRISCRAFT.COM
DEALERS CenterPointe Yacht Sales CENTERPOINTESERVICE.COM
South Shore Marine SOUTHSHOREMARINE.COM
Walstrom Marine WALSTROM.COM
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As the largest boat in the Launch GT series, Chris-Craft has brought it all together in its new 35-footer. The retro digital control helm is sleek, with dual 10-inch Garmin touch-screen multifunction displays. With a right-side console that houses the throttle and joystick, the layout is clean.
Invite the whole family, who will be comfortable in the spacious open bow with circular seating, forwardfacing lounge seats, grabrails and cup holders. Toss in the filler cushion for a custom sunpad. Cockpit seating includes a portside L-settee with ample bottom and back cushions; a mahogany fold-out table runs the full length. Across is the wetbar station with grill and fridge below. Twin bolstered helm seats are stitched and have built-in grabrails for anyone standing. Access to the aft transom sunpad is via a starboard walkthrough to the swim platform. A starboard-side door with fold-out ladder makes for easy boarding from the dock or water.
This is more than a dayboat, so staying on the hook for a few nights is not out of the question. The port helm console houses a well-appointed head with toilet, basin sink and counter. On the starboard side, the cabin has a settee/bunk (with filler cushion), locker and TV. Opt for the AC/heat system and generator to keep the cabins comfortable.
According to Craig Duchow, principal and general manager at CenterPointe Yacht Services, there’s more to this high-end luxury bowrider: “In Chris-Craft’s grand tradition, you get classic unmatched styling and excellent performance.”
Accentuating the overall sleek design is the swept-back windshield and optional hardtop, with motorized sunshade, LED lights and speakers.
Engine packages include Mercury and Volvo powerplants, from 350- to 430-hp, in gas or diesel.
Take a look at the Chris-Craft Launch 35 GT. Let the GT stand for “great times!” H
Sabre 58 Salon Express Classic and timeless.
With classic interior accommodations and timeless exterior lines, the Sabre 58 Salon Express is an elegant cruiser with speed and range to back her up. The partially covered aft deck can be further shaded by an electric awning. Dual staircases from the swim platform flank the transom bench.
Surrounded by full side windows, a triple-pane windshield, glass bulkhead doors and electric sunroof, the salon is bright and airy, with great views from any seat. Enjoy meals at the U-shaped settee to port with a varnished wood dining table. Relax across the way on the sofa while watching the 43-inch LED TV.
Locating the galley aft puts it mid-way on the main deck, making it easy to serve those aft or in the salon. Low-profile appliances, including drawer-style fridge/freezers, maintain an open feel.
For the cruising couple, twin seats at the helm, a starboard-side deck door and Volvo Glass Helm assist in easy operation. A viewing bench seat is to port.
Below, a full-beam master is midship with a walkaround king berth, multiple lockers, ensuite head with shower stall and a desk/vanity. Forward is the VIP with a queen berth, and the third stateroom has separate twin berths that convert to a double berth.
Power comes from a pair of standard twin VolvoPenta D11 IPS2 950 engines, pushing 725 hp each. At 2300 RPM, the cruising sweet spot, the yacht runs at 26.7 knots, drinking a mere 57 gph. More notable is the interior noise level — or lack thereof. Even at wide-open throttle, the 58 tops out over 31 knots with helm noise measured at just 64 dBA.
“These sound levels set a new industry standard for boats this size, and we couldn’t be more proud of our design, engineering and production teams for their gold-star performance,” says Bentley Collins, VP of marketing and sales at Sabre Yachts.
For a perfect lake or Loop yacht, the Sabre 58 Salon Express needs to be on your short list. H
SPECIFICATIONS LOA: 66’ Beam: 16’2” Draft: 4’9” Deadrise: 15˚ Weight: 63,000 lbs. Fuel Capacity: 800 gals. Water Capacity: 230 gals. Base Power: 2 x Volvo Penta D11 IPS2 950 725 hp MSRP: Contact dealer SABREYACHTS.COM
DEALERS Bay Marine BAYMARINE.NET
Down East Yachting DOWNEASTYACHTING.COM
South Shore Marine SOUTHSHOREMARINE.COM
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SPECIFICATIONS LOA: 32’9” Beam: 10’4” Draft: 2’3” Deadrise: 24˚ Weight: 9,545 lbs. Fuel Capacity: 265 gals. Water Capacity: 22 gals. Holding Tank: 12 gals. Base Power: 2 x Yamaha F300XCA 300 hp MSRP: $340,664 SCOUTBOATS.COM
DEALER SkipperBud’s SKIPPERBUDS .COM
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Scout 330 LXF Nobody asks why you bought one.
Luxury comes in all shapes and sizes. Now it comes in the Scout 330 LXF.
Nestled in the middle of Scout’s upper echelon of center consoles (25 to 50 feet), and a member of the luxury S-Class, this LXF can play with the big boys while remembering her roots.
Coupled with the upgraded Yamaha 425-hp outboards, the 330 cruises at 33.2 mph, offering an impressive 1.5 mpg, burning 22.2 gph. The need for speed is attained at wide open when the stepped hull reaches 66 mph.
There is so much more going on with the 330, try to keep up. As a crossover yacht, it’s perfect for fishing and cruising. The center console is covered by a huge, powder-coated T-top hardtop with integrated front/side windshields, LED lighting and aft rocket launchers. It’s a perfect way to beat the elements.
For fishing, there’s full walk-around access, a leaning post, three tackle drawers, a 21-gallon baitwell, a
65-quart slide-out cooler, outriggers, under-gunnel rod holders and twin 132-quart insulated fish boxes.
When cruising, enjoy the mini fridge or grill (opt for one but not both), wetbar, cockpit sunshade, bow table that rises from the deck, bow thruster, portside boarding door and transom door.
Seating abounds and starts with the open bow area’s semi-circle bench seats with well-padded backrests. Add in the forward console dual lounge seats, bolstered twin helm seats and fold-down transom bench and there’s a spot for everyone. Nice also is the console cabin with electric toilet and settee/berth.
“[As part of the S-Class], the 330 LXF is meticulously crafted with cutting-edge epoxy infusion construction with the highest performing dual Scout stepped hull technology,” says Alan Lang, Scout director of sales & marketing.
Make luxury part of your boating equation with the Scout 330 LXF. H
Sirena 58 Coupe Sleek styling, innovative features.
Sans a flybridge, Sirena’s brand-new 58 Coupe is a perfect cruiser for coastal areas and bridged waterways, courtesy of reduced air draft.
Sirena’s innovative designs are evident in the full walk-around decks and cleats that are built into the bulwarks. A starboard pantograph deck door offers easy access, and the portside opening window allows the captain views from the helm. The bow hosts a large cushioned bench seat with wood table and a huge sunpad with loungers.
The aft deck with a transom seat and dining table is open to the full-beam galley. Forward, the salon boasts a port U-shaped settee with fold-out wood table, perfect for casual meals or hosting a dinner.
The port helm is compact yet well-fitted with dual Garmin multifunction displays, CAT engine monitors, thruster/propulsion joysticks and additional electronics for safe transits. A credenza is next to the helm, perfect for storing light gear.
Sirena designed the lower accommodations with a standard three-stateroom layout, including a full-beam midship master, forward VIP and side two berth room. Upping the innovation quotient is the private staircase to an access hatch into the bow area. Enjoy a sunrise from the privacy of the bow terrace, or a quick retreat back to the comfort of the stateroom.
Power is from twin CAT C8.7 with 650-hp each, topping out at 26 knots. Thanks to the plumb bow and efficient hull, a range of 850 nm can be achieved at 10 knots.
According to Sirena Director of North American Sales Constantinos Constantinou, “This yacht is for anyone looking for a sleeker exterior profile or for couples who prefer not to have a flybridge but do admire the build strength and design details in Sirena’s existing 58.”
For a sleek yet manageable cruising yacht, the Sirena 58 Coupe deserves a look. H
SPECIFICATIONS LOA: 61’ Beam: 17’7” Draft: 4’1” Weight: 61,730 lbs. Fuel Capacity: 950 gals. Water Capacity: 210 gals. Holding Tank: 120 gals. Base Power: 2 x CAT C8.7 650-hp MSRP: Contact Dealer SIRENAYACHTS.COM
DEALER Spring Brook Marina 815-357-8666 SPRINGBROOKMARINA.COM
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