Mercedes-Benz Style and Silver Arrows Marine have presented the final exterior and interior design of their new luxury motor yacht – the ARROW460 – Granturismo.

Designers from Mercedes previewed a two-metre long model and detailed renderings of the 14-metre long ‘Granturismo of the seas’ at this year’s Monaco Yacht Show, one year after the presentation of the first design drafts.

“This new motor yacht with its emotional and high-tech features embodies our Mercedes-Benz design philosophy of sensual purity and is a perfect expression of modern luxury,” said Gorden Wagener, Vice President Design at Daimler. “Under the label Mercedes-Benz Style we develop highly exclusive design products beyond the automobile, thereby bringing our sensual, clear and progressive design idiom, into other spheres of life.”

“We have created something unique with the ARROW460 – Granturismo. I am convinced that for many years to come the yacht will be an eye-catching addition to the seas and yacht marinas of the world,” added Ron Gibbs, Chairman of Silver Arrows Marine.

The final design features a long foredeck, a flowing, arched roofline and a slightly descending rear; the design is inspired by classic automobile proportions say the designers.

A feature line descending towards the stern distinguishes the yacht’s profile and parallels the hallmark “dropping line” of Mercedes cars. To differentiate the yacht from other boat designs, the bow section is upright and distinctly three-dimensional. The overall composition is accented with functional styling details, such as the handrails which are integrated into the exterior.

The interior has a familiar feeling of a Mercedes-Benz interior. Incoporating materials such as nubuck leather and eucalyptus wood panelling, the designers have developed a space concept for up to ten passengers. The concept combines the characteristics of an open boat, with its close connection to the sea and the sky, with those of a cabin cruiser with an enlarged interior space and more private areas.

The 14-metre long Granturismo is designed to be suitable for both day trips and overnight excursions. The large side windows slide open and the front window can be raised, allowing passengers to remain inside, but encompassed with an all-round view and the feeling of being outside. The glazing automatically controls light penetration depending on the intensity of the sun. The yacht decking is made out of a synthetic material which enabled the designers to fashion a new look.

The interior dispenses with a traditional motor yacht’s compartmentalisied layout and instead features a multifunctional and largely open-plan area. Dining table and bed slide into position as and when they are required. Practicality and privacy are assured by the addition of a bathroom unit and separate utility-room.

The boat is powered by two diesel engines developing 480 bhp each. Set to be built as a limited edition of only ten units, the first units will be delivered to customers in early 2015.

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Source: Mercedes-Benz

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