1989 Fountain Fever 38 Powerboat for Sale in Hong Kong Add to Watch List Watching View Watchlist >

Description

Immerse yourself in the timeless allure of a modern classic speedboat reimagined—Kapitano. This one-off custom build, crafted from a 1989 Fountain Fever 38, underwent a complete rebuild in 2022. Offered for sale in the dynamic waters of Hong Kong, this speedboat beckons to enthusiasts who appreciate the elegance of bespoke transportation. Perfect for collectors and enthusiasts of classic boats, cars, or bespoke transportation, it stands as a testament to the enduring charm of an iconic era of design.

Why Invest in the Classic Speedboat:

• Unique Rebuild: Originating from a Fountain Fever, this gentleman's speedboat stands as a unique testament to the art of restoration, making it a valuable addition for collectors and enthusiasts.
• Perfect Size for Couples: Tailored for two couples, the 38ft size strikes a balance between spaciousness and intimacy, providing an ideal setting for romantic escapes on the water.
• Low Maintenance: In the realm of boats its size, Kapitano offers a hassle-free ownership experience with one powerful engine coupled to a fixed surface drive. This maximizes performance with the least equipment needed to maintain—important for those who value both performance, simplicity, and style in one package.

Kapitano has always been the epicenter of an illustrious lifestyle. Passed down through a legacy of intriguing gentlemen, from one generation of friends to the next, she has always stayed in the “family” and been taken care of with no expense spared. Her most recent owner transformed her in 2022, 33 years after her origins at the renowned Fountain shipyard in Miami. Read more about Kapitano at kapitano.club.

Specifications

• Year Built: 1989
• Make: Custom
• Model: Speedboat
• Hull Material: Fiberglass
• Length: 38ft
• Beam: 8.4ft
• Draft: 1ft
• Flag: Hong Kong
• Registration No.: 40678

Notes:

At twelve meters in length, Kapitano is ideal for two to six passengers—an intimate size that provides enough space to spread out and relax. It's not too big to require a crew, yet not too small to be fumbling around. She is a stealthy vehicle that can easily be maneuvered solo in tight spaces with the help of the bow thruster.

Kapitano is a pleasure investment, whether you're seducing a loved one over an intimate dinner, entertaining clients during a sunset spritz, relaxing after a long week, or just sharing a laugh with old friends. Whatever the occasion, you are guaranteed memories for a lifetime.

Accommodation

• Total Cabins: 1
• Total Berths: 1
• Bathrooms/Heads: 1

Notes:

• Cabin - A six-meter-long cabin holds a "V" berth for an afternoon nap, bench seating with storage space, a 50-liter fridge that can hold a day's supply of food/drink for six people, and a six-drawer teak cabinet.
• Storage - Within the six-drawer teak cabinet, custom-designed foam trays keep all possessions from rattling and scratching. Each drawer contains a curated set of boating amenities, such as a first aid kit & life jackets, glasses and cutlery, plates & bowls, a beach tennis set, and a portable lighting set.
• Cockpit - The cockpit is spacious and allows for two folding teak director's chairs for the captain and first mate, which can easily be stowed away inside the cabin bench compartment when not in use. They also double as dining chairs.
• Dashboard - The dashboard features classic-style gauges, a mahogany wood steering wheel, five stainless steel switches that, from left to right, activate the engine, bow thruster, navigation lights, floodlights, and bilge pump. All switches are IP65 rated.
• Lounge - Behind the cockpit is the lounge area, where a telescopic queen-size daybed also doubles as a six-person dining table when elevated. The table’s bench doubles as a storage locker that holds two batteries, battery chargers, and isolation switches for both high voltage and low voltage circuits. The telescopic bimini covers the entire cockpit and lounge area, with two positions: one for fast driving and two for slow cruising.
• Sundeck - To continue the tour towards the aft sundeck, where two couples can cuddle in comfort on a custom lilo designed in collaboration with Oliver James that can easily launch as a floating dock to access arriving/departing guests instead of using a tender.
• Stern - Finally, to the very stern, where two flush shower cups hold port and starboard shower head hoses for rinsing off after a sunset dip, and where port and starboard three-step ladders hide gracefully under the swim platform for easy access to the sea.

Propulsion & Tankage

• Engine/s: 2022 Yanmar 6LPA-STP2 315 (3hrs)
• Fuel Type: Diesel
• Cruising Speed: 20kn
• Max. Speed: 30kn
• Fuel Capacity: 200L (Aluminum Tank)
• Fresh Water Capacity: 200L (Aluminum Tank)
• Drive Unit: Stainless steel, no trim, five bladed, 60 cm prop surface drive for low maintenance and high-performance

Inventory

• Electric Head

• Refrigerator

• Freezer (Refrigerator Compartment)

• Battery Charger

• Bow Thruster

• Electric Bilge Pump

• Solar Panel

• Cockpit Cushions

• Bimini Top

• Life Jackets

• Fire Extinguisher

• One up Infatable life ring

Works Done & Maintenance

• Date of last engine service: Sep 9 2023
• Weekly Maintenance Schedule
  • Soft brush with ph neutral biodegradable soap on wraped surfaces.
  • Hard brush with kr soap let sit and pressure wash off on flexiteek surfaces.
  • Stubborn stains from bird droppings or grease use industrial proof alcohol with a microfibre cloth on wrap surfaces. On flexiteek surfaces.Use scrubbing pad or 60 grit sandpaper. Remove water spots with squeegee and microfibre cloth.
  • Dive under boat with mini airtank to remove algae buildup that overtime forms barnacles using a waterproof electric handheld brush
  • Vacumm interior areas to remove small dust and debris
• Monthly Maintenance Schedule
  • Check mooring is secure
  • Check fuel level of tank
  • Check water level of tank
  • Polish deck hardware using metal paste polish.
  • Check engine oil levels top up with 15w-40 oil to full level
  • Check engine coolant level and topup to overflow level
• Yearly Maintenance Schedule
  • Lift boat to hardstanding, inspect hull, scrape barnacles, sand, apply two coats of antifouling paint on fibreglass sections and propeller paint on trim tabs and propeller. 
  • Replace all zinc anodes on drive 19 cm x 9.5 cm and trim tabs 7.5cm diameter 
  • Remove and replace damaged sections of paint or wrap and rewrap if needed
  • Remove rust and repaint on all rusty engine parts
  • Drain cooling fluid and refill (every 2 years)
  • Check water pump impeller
  • Engine inspection
  • Change fuel filter
  • Change oil filter 
  • Drain oil and refill
  • Check fan belt

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