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Riva Super Aquarama 29
Rose Bay NSW · 1970 · Ref BARIV29
AU $1,020,000
Rose Bay NSW
Vessel
Riva Super Aquarama 29
Riva Super Aquarama 29
High-Level Specs
Length
8.79
Year
1970
Hull Material
Timber
Engine
Twin Crusader V8s - reconditioned original
Cabins
1
Max Speed
45 Knots
Cruise Speed
Circa 30 Knots
Engine Hours
Port 1066 hrs
Horsepower
350 HP x 2
Fuel Capacity
480 L
Water Capacity
80 L
Beam
2.62m
Draft
0.48m
Location
Rose Bay NSW
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Description

1970 Riva Super Aquarama - Collector's Icon with Twin 350hp Crusaders. Truly is one of a Kind in Australia - 4th owner from new.

A floating masterpiece, this 1970 Riva Super Aquarama, numbered at 428 in Riva's build production, is the pinnacle of Italian boatbuilding and one of the rarest classic wooden vessels in Australia. Built at the legendary Riva shipyard in Sarnico, Italy, and designed by Carlo Riva, this boat represents the golden age of luxury powerboats.

Meticulously preserved and presented in exceptional condition, she features twin Crusader 350hp V8 engines, delivering exhilarating performance with the unmistakable soundtrack of classic American muscle. The polished mahogany hull, turquoise accents, and iconic white upholstery are all true to the original design.

She's not just another boat. She's a rolling sculpture on water, an investment opportunity or a display piece.

Fitted with rare factory options such as the freshwater system and chiller box, this Super Aquarama was one of the last iterations of the model before production ceased in 1971. With only just over 200 Super Aquaramas ever built, and fewer still featuring the high-output Crusader 350 engines, this boat stands as an appreciating asset and heirloom-worthy collector's item.

Currently sitting on a Voyager trailer, she is believed to be the only Super Aquarama of her kind in Australia in such condition, making her a show-stopping head-turner wherever she goes, from Sydney Harbour to the Gold Coast or even Lake Como.

Key Features: o Year: 1970 o Length: 8.78 m (28 ft 10 in) o Engines: Twin Crusader 350 HP V8 petrol - reconditioned original o Fuel capacity: 480L o Freshwater tank: 80L (factory option) o Chiller box: (factory option) o Full mahogany hull with turquoise/white trim o Classic Riva dashboard and wheel o Iconic mid-century Italian design o Matching swim ladder and vintage hardware throughout o Voyager tandem trailer included

This is a rare opportunity to own a true icon of European craftsmanship. A boat that continues to rise in value and turn heads more than half a century after her debut.

Currently located in Australia - worldwide shipping available.

Serious enquiries only.

Detailed Specs
Vessel Specs
Length
8.79
Designer
Carlo Riva
Builder
Riva
Hull Material
Timber
Fuel Capacity
480 L
Water Capacity
80 L
Beam
2.62m
Draft
0.48m
Weight
3.5-4 tonnes
Fuel Type
Petrol
Number of Engines
2
Engineering & Performance
Engine
Twin Crusader V8s - reconditioned original
Engine Make
Crusader
Horsepower
350 HP x 2
Engine Hours
Port 1066 hrs
Engine Hours (2nd)
Stb 822 hrs
Fuel Consumption
80-100 L/hr at cruising speed (combined)
Max Speed
45 Knots
Cruise Speed
Circa 30 Knots
Propulsion
Shaft Drive
Accommodation & Comfort
Shower
1 fresh water with chiller box
Cabins
1
Berths
1
Bilge Pumps
Yes
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Blayne Astley
Blayne Astley
Yacht Broker, Master 500 GT, Shipwright
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