Premier Yacht Sales is pleased to announce the launch of the Island Packet 460

An evolution of the company's successful aft cockpit 440

Island Packet Yachts, internationally known for their award winning line of bluewater cruising sailboats, has announced the launch of their new Island Packet 460.  Premier Yacht Sales, sole UK dealer for Island Packet Yachts, will debut the IP460 at Southampton International Boatshow 2008, 12th - 21st September.

The new, two-cabin/two-heads, aft cockpit design by Bob Johnson incorporates all the signature elements that have won the company their reputation as America's Cruising Yacht Leader^TM, including the fantastic headroom, large bunks and spacious heads.   An evolution of the company's successful aft cockpit 440, the 460 introduces a number of notable new features inside and out.  An extended sheer line aft incorporates a traditional transom stern and a large swim platform. The large deck area aft of the cockpit is suitable for sun bathing or on deck stowage, with two storage bins on either side providing space for LPG bottles and miscellaneous gear, and a central hatch opening to a large lazarette.

New interior features include a larger aft guest cabin with an exceptionally spacious double berth, and a more spacious navigation station. Naval architect and company founder Bob Johnson says of his 27th new Island Packet model in 30 years, "Our first aft cockpit, two-stateroom, two-head design was the IP38, which made its debut in 1986. This introduced a brand new arrangement concept to this segment of the sailboat market at that time. More than two decades and four evolutionary designs later, we continue to make improvements with each new model."

The IP460 will be on display in the marina at Southampton International Boat Show (berth 309) alongside the Island Packet SP Cruiser (motor sailor), IP 465 (debuted at SIBS 07) and IP 485 the flagship of the range.

The Island Packet 460 is available from Premier Yacht Sales for £307,000 ($600,000 @ 11/06/08).  This is for the basic boat including delivery to Swanwick, excluding VAT and commissioning.

For further information on Island Packet Yachts, to book a viewing or a test sail, please contact Ian Jarman on ian.jarman@premiermarinas.com or 01489 884075.

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