Monaco Life recently took to the Mediterranean for a private trial of the SAY 42, a carbon fibre yacht that offers something quite different from the traditional cruising experience. Imagine the thrill of a sports car, only on water, and you are close to what this German-built vessel delivers.
At 42 feet and just 4,5 tonnes, the SAY 42 is remarkably light for its size. Its construction, entirely in carbon fibre, paired with twin Volvo Penta engines, makes it fast, responsive and efficient.
However, what truly makes it stand out is the boat’s composure in sharp manoeuvres. SAY’s patented Patestep hull design reduces drag and spray, allowing for tight turns and high speeds without unsettling the ride. During testing, the SAY 42 felt steady and controlled, even when edging close to its 50-knot top speed.
Lightweight engineering also brings efficiency. At a cruising speed of 20 knots, the SAY 42 consumes just 45 litres of fuel per hour, notable figures for a yacht designed with performance in mind.
Sports car engineering meets luxury
The cabin features a digital cockpit with integrated controls, carbon fibre seats with shock absorption, a pop-up deck shower, and an electro-hydraulic diving ladder. These elements are designed to combine functionality with onboard comfort.
The SAY is priced at around €1.2 million, positioning it among the more performance-focused yachts in its class. The company also produces the larger SAY 52, a 16-metre model prices at approximately €1.3 million, which applies the same lightweight design principles with additional space.
The trial wrapped up at ANAO Beach Club in Beaulieu-sur-Mer, where SAY sponsors a waterfront venue that offers the perfect vantage point to admire the vessels from shore.
See more in Kyriaki Topalidou’s video below…
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