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HANDCRAFTED LUXURY PARTNERS WITH LEGENDARY PERFORMER INTRODUCING SAETTA™, YESTERDAY’S BOAT OF TOMORROW
April 08, 2010
Millington, TN (April 8, 2010) ~ Who knew that a casual conversation
that took place four years ago between Bill Scheunemann of Precision
Aero Marine and Kevin Kimball of Jim Kimball Enterprises, Inc. would
result into what we are revealing today. The latest Indmar powered
creation to hit the water, Saetta Classic Boats. The dynamic team used
their mutual passion for classic style wooden boats combined with their
aircraft design, manufacturing skills and equipment to build a “retro
modern” wooden boat with the convenience of a modern ski boat.
Saetta is a true rare beauty; the result of handcrafted luxury with a
timeless, classic design. Thanks to Saetta, yesterday’s beautiful
classic, handcrafted wooden boats are available in the 21st century.
The design has a presence that looks to be cut from the same cloth as
the original classic wooden boats, yet it’s underpinned by the latest
technology and unrivalled engineering.
The exterior features a Classic Barrel back style that offers a modern
touch and wooden structural design with ply sub skin followed by
mahogany planking. It’s the perfect blend of visual pleasure and smart
design. Micro Pecorari of Italy designed the special mix of natural and
stained mahogany and the added inlay of white maple.
The sculpted exterior compliments the breathtaking interior design
enhancements. From the waterfall console that carries the wooden deck
to the floor and back up to the transom to the hidden stereo/CD system
that integrates seamlessly behind the door in the waterfall. Micro
Pecorari of Italy also designed the instrument cluster which was also
made in Italy. The convenience of storage is evident throughout the
retro modern design. Storage space is available under the floor, inside
of all seats and inside of the passenger’s dash.
The Seatta has achieved the perfect combination of cutting edge
functionally and classic stylish design. Technological advances deliver
the ultimate boating experience. In addition, this 20-foot boat
delivers easy handling and smooth turning - even in choppy conditions.
The Saetta handles remarkably. Like a sports car. Rough water is not a
problem thanks to Marine Architect Eric Sponberg who designed the hull
bottom to provide a superior ride and handling. Rack and Pinion
steering controls and OJ Props underwater gear provides one finger
steering at all speeds and conditions. This rare beauty can also make
turns on a dime. All of this coupled with Indmar’s 5.7L V8 EFI EXT CAT
with an electronic throttle and shift make this boat a true driving
experience!
The truly unique part about a Saetta Classic Boat is that future owners
can purchase a kit to build the boat or purchase a fully finished and
tested Saetta Classic Boat. The kit build process is very straight
forward and can be built with common hand and wood working tools. The
boat can be built in a typical American household garage. Build time
from a kit is approximately 1000 hours depending on the experience of
the builder.
The Saetta’s fascinating must see interior design combined with its
aerodynamic, classic exterior with on demand delivery performance has
created quite a demand. Tom’s 3rd, the prototype for Saetta Classic
Boats made its first public outing at the Sunnyland Antique Boat
Festival in Tavares, FLA and is scheduled to be a featured display at
the Sun-N-Fun Flyin Convention in Lakeland, FLA April 13th – 18th.
Experience this rare beauty for yourself. You can also visit http://www.saettaboats.com
to learn more about ordering both the Kit and the Luxury Edition
Saetta. Soon, an online store will provide a means for ordering kits,
components and complete boats. In the meantime, contact Jim Kimball
Enterprises, Inc. (407) 889-3451.
ABOUT INDMAR
Indmar is the worlds largest privately held manufacturer of gasoline
powered inboard marine engines. Indmar was the first marine engine
manufacturer to bring EFI to the marine market and lead the industry
when began to manufacturer catalytic converter - equipped engines in a
standard production process. Indmar takes pride in building marine
engines for the long run manufacturing cutting edge, inboard power
technologies that outperform and outlast competitive brands while
providing a cleaner, greener and safer boating experience. For more
information, please visit www.indmar.com.