After an exhaustive planning and development phase, Cresta Motor Yachts have announced that the first of their model 70 Motor Yachts has been successfully released from the mould and is now taking shape for an expected release towards the end of 2011. It will be Australasia’s first vessel to demonstrate the highly anticipated third generation of Volvo’s groundbreaking IPS system, the IPS 1200.
The triple IPS installation in the new 70ft motoryacht offers owners a massive 2700hp of standard pod-drive propulsion. Volvo Penta’s Gavin Rooney said, “Conservative performance predictions are pointing towards a maximum speed upwards of 40 knots, with a range of 600nm at a cruising speed of 26 knots”. The new Cresta will also feature Volvo’s highly acclaimed Sport Fish Mode and DPS (Digital Positioning System). Tim Ballintine from Cresta agreed, saying, “This propulsion package will allow Cresta owners to get out faster, stay out longer and explore further than any other vessel in its class”.
Cresta has also enhanced the styling of its latest vessel with significant input from Sam Sorgiovanni – arguably the world’s leading superyacht and luxury motor yacht designer. “Cresta vessels have always carried a distinctive signature look, especially with the flare in the bow and knuckle in the sheer line. I was able to add some of my own style and influence to the superstructure of the 70, which has helped complement both the hull and superstructure, while still maintaining that very distinctive Cresta profile,” said Sam Sorgiovanni.
The first Cresta 70 Motor Yacht is due to arrive on Australian shores in the final quarter of 2011. The second boat in the class will be a 70 Open Flybridge, which will be completed in time for its US launch in 2012.
The 70 Open Flybridge will feature five-star interiors and a price tag of less than $3.5 million. Considering that similar vessels, with significantly less propulsion, are up to twice that price, Cresta believe their new boat will generate substantial interest in the marketplace. “At this price the 70 Motor Yacht even stands up against the second-hand market!” said Cresta’s Tim Ballintine.
To learn more about Cresta and their upcoming motoryacht release, visit: www.crestamotoryachts.com
