2003 Sydney International Boat Show
press release...



Sunseeker Brings Out New Big Gun and Award Winners for Sydney
5th July 2003

The stunning display of Sunseeker style and luxury at this year's Sydney International Boat Show is set to be the most impressive ever, with the Australian debut of its 82 Yacht, in a line-up of seven of its best, including recently awarded International Boat of the Year, the Predator 68.

From 31st July - 5th August, Sydney show-goers will get a chance to see why the judges at the recent Australian Marine Industry Federation Awards were so impressed with the Predator 68's thoroughbred performance, legendary design and exquisite interior. And for the perfect combination of size and style, the 82 Yacht is certain to make the ultimate statement in luxury, amongst the Sunseeker line-up of around $25 million worth of state of the art motoryachts.

Sunseeker Motoryachts East-Coast Distributor Mr Rick Rodwell said the 82 Yacht had all the sophistication of the company's superyachts, offering a magnificently sleek, high performance design.

"The 82 yacht has already proved popular since her release at the Southampton Boat Show in September last year and the Australian market reaction has been equally favourable with five orders taken to date," Mr Rodwell said.

"She is built to the most rigorous shipbuilding principles, around highly engineered support systems to suit even the most challenging conditions"

"This promises performance and comfort, with ample space to accommodate a captain and crew as well as to luxuriate in style."

Also on debut in Australia, the new improved Carmague 50 - Sunseeker's interpretation of absolute excellence in sports cruising. One of the outstanding features of this cruiser being its electrically operated hard top.

"She is offered with multiple engine options, direct shaft drives and now provides the features and associated benefits usually enjoyed in our larger cruisers while providing a top speed of about 35 knots and an impressive cruising range from the fuel efficient diesel engines."

The leading international manufacturer is also keen to show Sydney show-goers the baby of its Australian fleet, agile offshore cruiser the Portofino 46, fresh from her launch onto the Australian market last month.

"The Portofino 46 comes as a pleasant surprise to those seeking something smaller that is comparable to local offerings, but with the style and pedigree synonymous with the Sunseeker name," Mr Rodwell said.

Showgoers are certain to want to take a closer look at the International Boat of the Year, the outstanding Predator 68 after she dominated a strong field of 14 entries at the AMIF Awards announced during the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show on May 22.

Some of the vessel's stiffest competition in the international boat category, came from Sunseeker's Manhattan 56, which received a Special Award of Excellence as runner-up. The Predator 68 offers a choice of interior layout with magnificent lounge, a full beam -width master en-suite stateroom, a luxurious forward VIP stateroom with en-suite and a beautifully appointed starboard guest cabin.

The impressive opening hardtop, stern garage and hydraulic bathing platform all contribute to a remarkable Sunseeker experience: maximum enjoyment on
the water - in absolute style.

The versatile Manhattan 56 is an all new design layout specifically developed to suit the Australian lifestyle. Beautifully appointed with a master stateroom with en-suite, rarely offered in a vessel of this size, there is also a forward VIP guest room with en-suite and a third starboard cabin.

"Our Sydney display will also include a premier selection of our most popular sports cruisers and motoryacht models including the Manhattan 64 and the new Predator 61," Mr Rodwell said.

"It is our largest display at Sydney, with our exhibitor stand second to none, so we are looking forward to our best ever Sydney Show."

A global leader in the design and build of luxury performance motor yachts,
Sunseeker International employs over 1,200 highly trained staff in their shipyards on Britain's south coast. Sunseeker International is widely recognised as the pre-eminent marine brand in the world today.

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