SILK ISSUE • n° 34 • 2023
KINDRED SPIRIT
Clearly born from the same design language as its Frauscher chase boat family, the new 1212 Ghost at the same time revolutionises the concept in terms of versatility and performance
by Bryony Mc Cabe - ph. courtesy by Frauscher
While most ghosts choose to stay invisible, the new Frauscher 1212 Ghost enthuses with an evolution of the Frauscher design language that is both bold and beautiful
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The consequence of years of development, the 39ft 1212 Ghost encompasses the very best features from the Frauscher range of chase boats while filling the gap between the brand’s best seller, the 1017 GT, and its flagship, the 1414 Demon. The Ghost, therefore, strikes a balance for both those who love to navigate inland waterways and those who enjoy discovering coastlines around the world. For the Ghost’s interior design and exterior lines, Frauscher once again worked with Stephan Everwin, an Austrian designer and renowned design partner for Porsche Design. It is no coincidence, then, that there are clear references to the automotive sector on board – a design philosophy that unites the most recent models in the range. The large side air intakes for example, already featured on board the 747 Mirage and 1414 Demon, are reminiscent of a sports car aesthetic and define the Ghost’s profile in a powerful and stealthy way.
The expansive teak decking, frameless windshield and vertical bow are among the other distinctive features of the Ghost, creating maximum space and comfort on board. The stern area opens into a protected cockpit and seating area, with lines that flow in a swooping design to frame sun loungers and a generous teak bathing platform aft.
Below deck, there is a large and versatile cabin; thanks to the electrically folding table, it is possible to transform the space from a dining area into an elegant double cabin with natural daylight flooding in from the window hatches overhead.
The interior also features a toilet and wet room with plentiful height.
The Ghost is comfortable as well as agile, with performance characteristics focused on stability, manoeuvrability, and acceleration. This is the result of Frauscher’s ongoing collaboration with designer Harry Miesbauer, who designed the hull and relative water lines. The Ghost also incorporates all the features essential on a modern chase boat, such as the retractable bimini, retractable anchor, bow thruster, and functional joystick.
With its versatile design and capabilities, the Ghost can conquer a variety of waters around the world with the same dexterity as its namesake.
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The 1212 Ghost features distinctive elements like the huge teak deck, frameless windscreen, and vertical bow design. The interior features a versatile space that can transform from social area to double cabin in an instant
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