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The San Marco Capoforte SX200 is based primarily on an existing boat. It is neither a new hull nor a redesign of the deck plan. This distinction is significant in light of the numerous references to Venice that accompany the presentation of this edition.
The starting point is the SX200, a fiberglass open boat with an overall length of 6.10 m and a width of 2.40 m. Its technical specifications list a weight of 1,070 kg and a maximum capacity of eight people. The maximum engine power is 150 chevaux. The fuel tank holds 200 liters and the fresh water tank holds 45 liters.
So the innovation lies elsewhere. Capoforte explains that it developed the San Marco to coincide with the production of the 100th SX200. Rather than modifying an already mass-produced design, the manufacturer focused on the elements that are immediately noticeable: hull colors, upholstery, the console, and the finish on the metal parts. This approach makes the San Marco feel more like a special configuration than a new model.
Red and black replace the SX200's usual colors
The most noticeable change is, of course, on the hull. The San Marco features a ruby red , combined with an all-black hull. Capoforte attributes this color choice to the interiors and facades of Venetian palaces in the former case, and to the nocturnal reflections of the lagoon in the latter. This is the brand's aesthetic interpretation.
The difference becomes even more apparent when comparing this configuration to that of the standard SX200. Capoforte typically offers several hull colors and often pairs its cockpit with ivory and cognac tones. The San Marco deliberately departs from this style.
Metal parts play a role in this transformation. Instead of the polished stainless steel finish traditionally found on this type of open-top car, they feature a bronze-colored finish. Here again, the manufacturer highlights the connection to the metal elements of Venetian architecture.
The interior and center console feature the main changes
Work continues in the cockpit. The panels are made of Skai , while the seats are upholstered with a fabric for which Capoforte does not provide a specific reference number. The manufacturer highlights the contrast between smooth surfaces and textiles.
From a technical standpoint, the console uses Hi-Macs with a finish reminiscent of black marble. This synthetic material creates a seamless surface and gives the console a look that is very different from that of a piece simply molded from polyester.
Capoforte cites Venice?s architecture as a new inspiration for this choice. For the boater, however, the considerations will be more practical: ease of cleaning, resistance to sun exposure, and the durability of a surface subjected to frequent handling are the truly decisive factors on board.
Two living spaces in just 6.10 m
Beneath the new materials lies what makes the SX200 so practical: its deck layout. With an overall length of 6.10 m, every bit of space counts, and the boat features an asymmetrical layout.
The offset helm station creates a passageway between the bow and the stern. This layout prevents the boat from being completely divided in half by a center console and allows for a direct connection between the two main living areas.
Both the front and rear seating areas can be converted into sun loungers. The two areas can be used separately or combined to create a larger space dedicated to relaxation. Capoforte has retained this layout on the San Marco.
Ultimately, this is a more defining factor than the hull?s color. On an open boat about six meters long, balancing the needs of traffic flow, seating, storage, and sunbathing space quickly becomes a tight squeeze. The chosen solution aims to accommodate multiple uses without adding any superstructures.
The offset helm station also leaves room on the side for a grill module, while several storage compartments are built into the boat. The 42-liter refrigerator is available as an option.
Up to 150 chevaux for a boat weighing just over one ton
The San Marco also retains the SX200's outboard propulsion system. The maximum permitted power is 150 chevaux with a stated weight of 1,070 kg in the technical specifications. The manufacturer states that, with this power, the SX200 can exceed 30 knots and indicates a cruising speed of around 20 knots.
Extensive customization, but still several unknowns
One key question remains when evaluating this proposal: How much does this upgrade cost? Capoforte has not yet provided a price. No additional cost compared to a standard SX200 is indicated.
The manufacturer does not provide further details on how many San Marco boats will be built. The connection to the 100th SX200 is clearly stated, but that is not enough to determine whether this is a one-of-a-kind boat, a limited series of a specific number of units, or a configuration that can be ordered at a later date.
And that is precisely where this project?s appeal lies: to show that customization?long associated with much larger vessels?can be applied to a six-meter open boat without requiring a redesign of the vessel. Two key factors now need to be considered in order to make a concrete assessment of the proposal: the cost of this transformation and the conditions under which it will actually be marketed .
