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Vanquish & Volante: The Automotive Statement Crashing the Yacht Show
The Seamless Connection: Land Meets Sea at FLIBS
The worlds of high-performance motoring and luxury yachting have always shared DNA: speed, design, and uncompromising quality. At the 2025 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS), that connection was made physically manifest. Aston Martin Fort Lauderdale, in collaboration with Denison Yachting and Bannenberg & Rowell Design, unveiled the striking “Above & Beyond” collection. This bespoke series features two one-of-one commissions of Aston Martin’s V12 Vanquish, conceived as a direct, sophisticated link between the yachting lifestyle and the road.
Design Cues That Sail: Port, Starboard, and Hull
The exterior finishing of the “Above” Coupe and “Beyond” Volante demonstrates an incredible attention to nautical detail. Both cars are finished in Lightning Silver, chosen specifically for its subtle blue reflection—a deliberate nod to the shimmering metallic reflections seen on yacht hulls. The lower body sections feature gloss blue-tinted carbon fiber, split by a bespoke Lightning Silver pinstripe that meticulously emulates a yacht’s “boot-stripes.” Even more sophisticated are the mirror cap details: a red stripe on the driver-side and a green stripe on the passenger-side, directly referencing port and starboard navigation lights.
The Cabin’s Flow: Yachting Upholstery Reimagined
The interiors are a testament to the sophistication of Q by Aston Martin. The cabins evoke the openness and flow of life on the water. Glacier White leather is utilized, featuring V-shaped quilting that mirrors bespoke yacht upholstery. The design extends to pattern stitching inspired by the bow waves formed at speed, flowing across the seating surfaces. Satin and gloss blue-tinted carbon fiber trim reinforces the sense of lightness and echoes the layered contrasts found in contemporary yacht interiors, creating a continuous design language from the wheel to the helm.
The Architects of Desire: Q by Aston Martin and Denison
This collection is the result of a strong four-year relationship between Denison Yachting and Holman Motorcars. Recognizing the natural overlap between Aston Martin owners and yacht enthusiasts, they pursued their first co-curated capsule collection, brought to life by the artistry of Q by Aston Martin and Bannenberg & Rowell Design. Q by Aston Martin’s expertise in creating truly bespoke commissions ensures that every detail, from refined finishes to fully tailored components, results in a unique expression of automotive art.
The Verdict: The Ultimate Lifestyle Statement
The “Above & Beyond” collection is more than two supercars; it’s a celebration of a specific, high-end lifestyle. As Aston Martin’s Commercial Head of Q Operations, Vittorio Gabba, noted, this collection embodies a “celebration of lifestyle.” This collaboration successfully merges Aston Martin’s automotive mastery with the elegance of yacht design. The two one-of-one Vanquishes, available for immediate delivery, ensure instant collectability and provide the ultimate land-to-sea statement for owners who operate at the highest levels of design and performance.
