swing open on both sides to give access
to the foredeck, which can be fi tted with
a pulpit and guardrails for additional
security. The anchor itself is mounted
on a recessed spring-loaded stem that
is held in place by the chain’s tension
but projects forward when the chain
is released to drop the hook well clear
of the bow.
The central two-person helm seat is
raised on a small plinth for extra visibility
and there is some discussion about fi tting
hinged side wings that would enable
a couple more guests to perch alongside.
Aft of this is the cockpit galley with gas
rings, griddle, sink, fridge and icemaker
hidden under a thick teak cover (there is
a second fridge below decks but no inside
galley). This leads back to the main seating
area aft comprising two opposing benches
separated by a drop-down table that
converts to a large double sunpad. This
whole cockpit area can be covered by an
optional T-top and canopies to provide more shade and
shelter when required. The fi nal fl ourish is the optional
hydraulic transom that rotates round to become an extended
bathing platform. If you choose not to fi t the latter, the stern
is left open with just a pair of safety gates enclosing the
cockpit. Further options include a modifi ed aft bench
with a mini tender garage designed to fi t two Seabobs
and a wakeboard package with a carbon-fi bre ski pole
and special trim tabs to generate the perfect wake.
SPARKLING FORM
Below decks, there is said to be standing headroom at the foot
of the companionway and in the bathroom, which the designers
have kept as large and light as possible by fi tting a frosted glass
skylight overhead. What looks from the outside like a long,
thin hull window is purely cosmetic so other than a small
hatch forward and the smoked glass companionway door,
the main cabin relies on a multitude of artifi cial light sources
Classy contemporary
materials give the
F-Line a younger,
more modern vibeThe elegant side
profi le and jewel-like
detailing takes its cues
from sportscar stylingClever LED lighting
disguises the fact that
there aren’t any actual
hull windows, just clever
rebated side panelsThe mid-cabin has
limited headroom
but it’s amazing they
found space for it on
such a compact craftdesigned to replicate the look and ambience of natural light.
The U-shaped dinette converts into a comfortable double bed
while the mid-cabin has a clever two-way door that fi ts fl ush
with the bulkhead when left open to maximise the feeling
of space during the day time.
The fi nish of the interior is said to be classy and expensive
looking, with plenty of little details to catch the eye and delight
the touch. Pope describes them as ‘jewellery’ but says “it’s still
a Fairline at heart with all the usual wood and leather but also
some lighter more modern materials to differentiate it from
the rest of the Fairline range.” The decks, for instance, are
clad in Esthec rather than teak and the hull and furnishings
will come in a bolder choice of colours than usual.
The really exciting news is that the 33 is only the start of
the F-Line range. The design team is already drawing up plans
for larger and smaller models either side of it, although precise
details of what and when they may arrive is still some way off.
In the meantime, we should all be thankful that the 20-year wait
for a stylish sub-35ft British sportscruiser is nearly over (it’s due
for launch in early 2019), and you can be sure that as soon as
there’s a chance to sea trial it, we’ll be all over it like a rash.
Contact http://www.fairline.comTHE DATA
SPECIFICATIONS
LENGTH 32ft 9in (9.99m)
BEAM 11ft 6in (3.5m)
DISPLACEMENT 6.8 tonnes
FUEL CAPACITY 700 litres
WATER CAPACITY 200 litres
ENGINES
Twin Volvo 220hp
D3 diesel (33 knots est)
Twin Volvo 240hp
V6 petrol (33 knots est)
Twin Volvo 350hp
V8 petrol (40 knots est)
Twin Volvo 430hp
V8 petrol (45 knots est)
PRE-ORDERS FROM £264,600 inc
VAT, final production prices to followBRIT PACK