Fairline Targa 47 Review (2008 Edition) by Aquaholic

On Deck

Nick starts the tour by admiring the yacht's shaft drive system, which is simple and low-maintenance. The exterior boasts a large sun pad on the back, convenient for lounging. The yacht's canopy system is straightforward, enabling quick preparation for departure. The cockpit is spacious with a generous seating area around a sizable table.

Safety features include a small door to secure the area for children, and there are manual bilge pumps present as a backup system. The outdoor bar is equipped with a fridge, barbecue, and additional storage. The large powered sunroof contributes to the open boat feel when retracted.

The Fairline Targa 47 offers a generous sundeck area with ample space for sunbathing, complete with tracks to secure sunbed cushions.

The saloon area is lined with soft-touch black surfaces to reduce glare on sunny days. The interior layout is a classic sports cruiser design with a large seating area, a folding table, and storage compartments.

The galley includes a sizeable fridge-freezer, electric cooking facilities, and a practical wooden floor. Nick notes the slightly outdated AV system, which includes a Sony radio CD player and CD holders. The central heating system is controlled from the galley, with switches for the main battery and AC control panel accessible here.

The helm features lift bolsters for comfort when standing, a tilt steering wheel, throttle controls, and separate controls for the stern and bow thrusters. The navigation suite includes a VHF radio, engine instrumentation, autopilot, speed and depth gauges, and a Raymarine hybrid touch plotter with radar functionality. Satellite communication domes are located on the roof.

Owner's Cabin

The owner's cabin boasts a centerline double bed, plenty of floor space, and storage options including a hanging locker. The cabin has its own ensuite bathroom with a circular shower enclosure, a toilet, and a sink with storage behind the mirror.

Guest Accommodation

The aft cabin, designed to maximize headroom, offers two beds and plenty of standing room. This cabin is noted for its spaciousness and includes wardrobe and drawer storage. It also has its own ensuite bathroom, which, while smaller than the owner's, is still comfortably appointed.

The yacht is powered by twin Volvo Penta D9-575 engines. Nick estimates a top speed of just over 30 knots with a cruising speed in the mid-20s, with a range of just over 250 nautical miles. The engine room is noted for its accessibility, particularly due to the tender garage not impeding access.

Nick's overall thoughts on the Fairline Targa 47 GT are positive. He appreciates the yacht's easy maintenance, quick readiness for departure, and the comfortable and spacious interior. The practical design, user-friendly cockpit, and safe deck layout are all points of praise.

The yacht is presented as well-equipped for both short trips and longer voyages, and Nick's admiration for the vessel's various features is evident throughout the tour. Despite the slightly outdated AV equipment and the inability to showcase the tender garage, Nick's enthusiasm for the Targa 47 GT suggests a high-quality, enjoyable motor yacht.