Midnight Express Boats launches its new six-engine 52 Vitesse at the Miami show
Although Midnight Express Boats has eight boats on display Miami International Boat Showwhich opened yesterday and will run through Sunday, the Miami-based company’s all-new luxury performance center console 52 Vitesse, which sits in the water at Sea Isle Marina, is sure to attract more attention. than the other models before the close of the show.
Midnight Express’ all-new 52 Speed, powered by six mercury race 450R engines, is a true leader. Photos courtesy of Midnight Express Boats
Featuring a 13-foot, 8-inch beam and an abundance of cabin and open deck space, the 52-foot, 23,500-pound 52-footer will not only stand out with her matte gray paint, bright blue interior and its sheer size, but also because of the six transom-mounted, painted-to-match Mercury Racing 450R engines.
“We are extremely excited about the completion of the first 52 Speed— it exceeded expectations,” said Eric Glaser, owner of Midnight Express. “It’s the biggest, but still the fastest of all the 50ft center consoles. It has a real cabin with separate VIP cabin as well as an aft berth perfect for the kids. We’ve also incorporated a very large hydraulically operated bathing platform on the side of the boat, which is a first for a performance center console.It has an exterior layout similar to the 60′ Pied-A-Mer, which everyone found extremely comfortable, with some optional variants We are also working on the development of another layout with a closed transom.
Check out the slideshow above for several more images of Midnight Express’ stunning new 52 Speed.
Glaser said the boat, which can be configured with four, five or six outboard and even inboard motors to suit any customer’s needs, is capable of speeds in excess of 80 mph. He added that the boat is unlike anything else on the water, with deep-sea capabilities that make the destination options endless. And, thanks to infusion construction paired with select carbon fiber sections, the 52′ Vitesse is nimble and nimble yet rugged and refined, in turn creating an unrivaled ride.
The 52-footer features an 800 gallon fuel capacity and a 100 gallon fresh water capacity. It also offers unparalleled luxury, comfort and convenience in the cabin and cockpit. An optional aft summer galley is offered under the electric Sureshade and passengers can relax on one of the many sun loungers. For lazy days at the sandbar, boaters can fold out the hydraulically operated swim platform, transform the bow into a dining table or convert it into a sunbathing area and be able to go 52 Speed l perfect layout for any adventure.
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