Boating

AVIARA AV36 OUTBOARD

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Twin 400 hp Mercury Verado outboards with Joystick Piloting serve as the base power for the sleek, sophistica­ted Aviara AV36. You can upgrade to triple 300 hp outboards with a joystick, or choose to power it with twin 380, 430 or 483 hp Ilmor One Drive sterndrive­s with One Touch joystick control. When you choose Aviara, you’re choosing luxury, performanc­e and your choice of propulsion.

Powered by triple 300 hp Mercury Verado outboards, our test boat blasted to a top speed of over 55 mph and attained plane readily, without enough bow rise to limit visibility, in just 7 seconds. This boat handled rough wakes and waves well, and delivered nimble handling too. It proved itself a thoroughbr­ed boat.

While its performanc­e proved great, the Aviara AV36 also embodies luxury, innovation and an air of exclusivit­y that few other boats can claim. The sleek angularity of the AV36’s lines captivate the eye. Step aboard and the visual theme continues as fittings, fixtures, cushions, and even the design cut into the attractive surface covering the cockpit sole all echo this geometric theme.

Look closer, and details include the expansive transom lounge that not only hides stowage underneath, but also conceals an innovative surprise: three bar stools that pop up to create instant seating. And where might the stereo speakers for the premium Klipsch audio system hide? Right behind the geometrica­lly consistent brushedalu­minum grates, that’s where. Beauty truly goes beyond skin deep aboard the AV36.

Belowdecks, the swank cabin provides overnight amenities with a full functionin­g head, TV and wide berth. Our tester boasted air conditioni­ng, a generator and microwave. The berth converts into seating, perfect when hosting a crowd, and the cabin serves as a comfort station for guests.

At the helm, the AV36 proves ultramoder­n and ultra-chic. A clean trio of screens places control of ship’s systems and accessorie­s at your fingertips. Aft of the helm resides a standard bar with sink and wine-bottle stowage, but the optional gourmet bar offers two refrigerat­ors and one or even two grills, with the option of a built-in cooler. Aviara: the boats aboard which attention to detail matters most.

 ??  ?? Price: $443,460 (base with twin 400 hp Verados and Joystick Piloting)
SPECS: LOA: 36'8" BEAM: 10'10" DRAFT: 2'7" (drives up) DRY WEIGHT: 14,550 lb. SEAT/WEIGHT CAPACITY: Yacht Certified FUEL CAPACITY: 214 gal.
HOW WE TESTED: ENGINES: Triple Mercury Verado 300 DRIVE/PROP: Outboard/143/4" x 20"-19"-20" 3-blade stainless steel GEAR RATIO: 1.76:1 FUEL LOAD: 130 gal. CREW WEIGHT: 300 lb.
Price: $443,460 (base with twin 400 hp Verados and Joystick Piloting) SPECS: LOA: 36'8" BEAM: 10'10" DRAFT: 2'7" (drives up) DRY WEIGHT: 14,550 lb. SEAT/WEIGHT CAPACITY: Yacht Certified FUEL CAPACITY: 214 gal. HOW WE TESTED: ENGINES: Triple Mercury Verado 300 DRIVE/PROP: Outboard/143/4" x 20"-19"-20" 3-blade stainless steel GEAR RATIO: 1.76:1 FUEL LOAD: 130 gal. CREW WEIGHT: 300 lb.
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