Designed in collaboration with Studio FA Porsche, the Elan GT6 is the latest in a long line of innovative Slovenian yachts with a good balance between sailing qualities and accommodationStudio FA Porsche makes its first foray into sailboat styling on the Elan GT6When Elan passed from state ownership to the private sector in July 2017, the development of new models virtually stopped, aside from the GT5, which launched three years ago.
\nEven that boat is based on the hull of the 2013 Elan 400 (subsequently renamed the E5), which is a gorgeous boat to sail and has impressive hull volume.
\nThe 49ft (15m) Elan GT6 is therefore a development that will be welcomed by the brand\u2019s many long-standing fans. First impressions are of a design with styling that echoes that of the very best larger yachts and superyachts.
\nMinimalistic yet functional interior design shows Porsche influence
\nNaval architecture is again by Humphreys Yacht Design, while Studio FA Porsche produced the styling for the deck, cockpit and interior in the German company\u2019s first ever involvement with a yacht.
\nVisitors to the Dusseldorf boat show were treated to one of the key sources of inspiration for the GT6 \u2013 Elan had an ultra-rare 1973 Porsche 911 RS from the Porsche Museum on its stand, styled by Studio FA Porsche.
\nHull shape is exactly what we have come to expect from a Humphreys cruising design and is clearly informed by the firm\u2019s experience with short-handed ocean racing yachts.
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\u201cCruising efficiency is also about performance,\u201d says Rob Humphreys. \u201c[Whether] getting from A to B, or avoiding bad weather, there are lots of benefits of having a fast yacht and I can\u2019t think of any benefits of having a slow boat.
\n\u201cPeople think performance is scary but that\u2019s not the case. We look at the aspects of performance that make life easier and better.\u201d
\nThe interior benefits from Studio FA Porsche\u2019s blend of a minimalistic design approach while embracing the concept of enhancing functionality.
\nThe master cabin on the Elan GT6 is situated in the bow
\nFor instance, deep, seamanlike fiddles double as secure handholds, and effort has been made to maximise stowage.
\nThe first Elan GT6 is due to launch this summer and should make its debut in September at the 2020 Cannes Boat Show.
\nSpecification
\nLOA: 15.14m (49ft 8in)Hull length: 14.33m (47ft)LWL: 13.50m (44ft 3in)Beam: 4.49m (14ft 9in)Draught (standard keel): 2.45m (8ft 4in)Displacement: 14,327kg (31,586lb)Price: \u20ac369,000 (ex. VAT)
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