“We were looking for a new boat similar to the Kennedy, with a lovely large upstairs area for entertainment,” said Selwyn Mexted, “They’re very difficult to find.”
The product of Italian design flair and efficient French production facilities, the Swift Trawler 48 is aimed squarely at those wanting a traditionally styled motor yacht, solid and able enough for exposed conditions and capable of higher than displacement speeds.
However, it was the Swift Trawler 48’s flybridge that sold the two couples, and after spending half a day aboard Amphitrite, it’s hard to fault their choice. To cut straight to the chase, it’s a lovely motor launch; let’s explore why.
AT THE DOCK
Founded by Benjamin Beneteau in 1884 to build fishing boats, the company that bears his name is now the world’s largest production pleasure boat manufacturer. With more than 10,000 boats a year coming – panel fits were excellent, systems logically laid out and the engineering all readily serviceable.
