Yachting USA — February 2018

(John Hannent) #1
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may never want to leave this at-sea oasis. That’s why Fairline
designed the master with no piping or pumps beneath the sole
and installed 6 inches of insulation against the engine-room
bulkhead, stopping sound or vibration from emanating in-
ward. ¶ For outdoor fun, Fairline built a stationary teak deck
between the transom and hydraulic swim platform, so when the
platform is deployed for seaside activities, there’s still access
around the transom from one side to the other, or to the garage.
The builder also created a built-in molded step, so getting up
from the deployed platform is easier than it is with a ladder.
¶ Two gates lead from the swim deck. The portside one goes


to the aft deck; the starboard gate leads to a walkway to the
bow and the yacht’s walk-around side decks. Another little
oasis of comfort, the bow lounge has a foldaway teak table
and a U-shaped settee; twin chaise-style lounges with fl ip-up
backrests are forward, and they double as sun pads. ¶ Fair-
line teased the coming of this boat for months, with a sketch
here and there. Oftentimes with new models, the real deal
doesn’t measure up to the hype. In the case of the Targa 63
GTO, the builder exceeded expectations, and then some.

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TAKE HOME THE GOLD
In 2017, Fairline Yachts celebrated its 50th anniversary. To commemorate the milestone, every Fairline yacht constructed
in 2017 was adorned with a gold Fairline crest. Typically made with blue and red stripes, this gold
piece signifies not only Fairline’s longevity but also its new direction, ownership and commitment to boatbuilding.

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