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Genoemde prijzen zijn Aflever-Klaar dus inclusief; Afleverklaar maken, Transport, Fabrieksgarantie, COC / CvO document en 21% BTW . Europese prijs is exclusief de Nederlandse Belasting op Personenauto’s en Motorrijtuigen (BPM). Deze camper met Nederlands kenteken kent een meerprijs van € 11.543,- aan BPM. Wij verkopen en leveren in geheel Europa zonder BPM, dit is nu eventueel ook voor Nederland mogelijk. Benieuwd hoe? Kom naar onze showroom!

LENGTE 6.49 m

4 slaapplaatsen, 4 zitplaatsen, max. 3500 kg (standaard rijbewijs), rijklaar 3137 kg, laadvermogen 363 kg.

Fiat Ducato X290 35 Light, Motor 2.3l 130 pk / 96 kw Euro 6, 6 versnellingen, Airconditioning, Elektrische ramen, Elektrisch verstelbare- en verwarmde buitenspiegels, Radiovoorbereiding inclusief speakers en antenne, Bumper voorzijde in wit, Wieldoppen, Airbags bestuurder en bijrijder, ASR (Anti Slip Regeling, Tractiecontrole), ABS (Anti Blokkeer Systeem), Stuurbekrachtiging, Centrale deurvergrendeling, 3-punts gordels.

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4 Slaapplaatsen, 4 Zitplaatsen, Draaibare cabinestoelen, Cabinestoelen met armleuningen, Bedden met lattenbodems, Matrassen van hoge kwaliteit, Queens-bed met traploze elektrische hoogteverstelling, Hefbed boven dinette met traploze elektrische hoogteverstelling (half-integraal), Hefbed boven cabine (K-Yacht), Bed-ombouw naar Kingsize-bed bij indelingen met 2 aparte bedden

Winter pakket (Watertanks vorstvrij en geïsoleerd), Drink-watertank 120 liter, Afval-watertank 110 liter, Koelkast 142 liter met groot vriesvak, Combi 4 verwarming Truma, CP plus paneel Truma, Douchevlonder, TV aansluiting 12- en 230v, TV beugel uittrek-/ draaibaar, Night Blue veiligheidsverlichting voor de nacht, Hordeur bij entree, Entreedeur met raam, blindering en afvalbakje, Entreedeur met dubbele vergrendeling en centrale vergrendeling, Skydome (dakraam) boven cabine, Voorbereiding achteruitrijcamera, Verlichting in garageruimte, Opbergruimte in zijskirts, Voorbereiding airconditioning woongedeelte, Anti-condens systeem (beluchting systeem bovenkastjes), Drukwaterpomp Shurflo, Grote garage met 2 deuren, LED verlichting, iTech 4.0 (Houtvrije opbouw, wanden, dak en bodem opgebouwd uit GFK/Styrofoam/Kunststof laminaat), Afleverklaar maken, Transport, Fabrieksgarantie, COC/CvO, Technische keuring

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The multi award-winning Mobilvetta Tekno-Line is the ultimate in motorhome luxury featuring two unique and versatile ranges - the K.Yacht A Class and Kea Coachbuilt.

Inside each Tekno Line motorhome Mobilvetta’s expert designers have created the perfect fusion of traditional hand-crafted style furniture and contemporary Italian design.

The /Auto series offers all models with a fully Automatic 180bhp engine on a 4400kg chassis. All K.Yacht and Kea models are 4 berth with 4 travelling seats and offer a fantastic payload for all your holiday essentials. 

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We have an exciting new addition for 2024 in the form of the /2 series. The /2 Series offers each popular layout currently available in both the K.Yacht and Kea ranges in a 140bhp manual 2 berth variation with optional beds, 2 travelling seats and a MTPLM weight of 3500kg to be driven by anyone holding a full UK driving licence with ease and regardless of their age.   

Visit the Marquis Stand 8.25 in hall 8 to view models from this luxury range and take advantage of a great show deal! Click here to make a show appointment today!

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With EVERY Mobilvetta K.Yacht and Kea Automatic Series purchased during the show!

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OFFER ENDS 22/10/23. Up to 66.9kg less Payload - Please ask for details.

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Introducing the all new /2 Series featuring all luxury K-Yacht & Kea models on a lighter 3500kg chassis with 2 travelling seats and optional beds!

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Overall length 6990mm

The K-Yacht 80 is Mobilvettas rear lounge model, offering two lounges, two drop down beds and maximum day time living space. Perfect for couples or a family. The swivel cab seats and large front window make the dining space light and open and the rear lounge is perfect for parking up and soaking in the view.

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Two lounges, two drop down beds for space saving living!

  • GVM: 4400kg
  • External width: 2350mm
  • External height: 2890mm
  • Main bed dimensions: 1280mmW x 1900mmL
  • Main bed configuration: Drop down bed
  • Secondary bed configuration: Drop down bed over front lounge
  • Main garage dimensions: 520 x 870 (locker)

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Exceptional value for money for true A-Class liveability and nominated for the prestigious ADI Design Index - Mobilvetta K-Yacht motorhomes stand out. There's nautical styling inside and a sporty exterior, plus the signature huge window that lets in light and offers fab views.

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Used ‘van buyer’s guide – Mobilvetta Euroyacht motorhome

If you're searching for used motorhomes for sale but you still want some luxury, we think the Mobilvetta Euroyacht A-class motorhomes are worth considering

Published: October 10, 2014

If you’re searching for used motorhomes for sale but you still want some luxury, we think the Mobilvetta Euroyacht A-class motorhomes are worth considering

For top luxury from a used 'van, the experts at Practical Motorhome think the Mobilvetta Euroyacht is well worth considering

Luxurious and powerful, the Mobilvetta Euroyacht A-class motorhomes built between 1996 and 2002 should be on your ‘must-see’ list if you’re thinking of buying a deluxe motorhome.

As we do regularly at Practical Motorhome, online and in the magazine , here we are focusing on a great used mainstream motorhome, giving you expert advice so you are able to buy with confidence. We tell you which is the best of the bunch, what to pay and any problems to look out for.

This time, we are looking at the Iveco-based Mobilvetta Euroyacht. If you are looking for the best luxury used motorhomes for sale, make sure you take a look at some pre-owned Euroyachts. 

Mobilvetta Design began making high-end furniture in 1961 – in 1976 it built its first motorhome. Around 20 years later, the company launched the Euroyacht, which – when coupled with the bombproof twin-rear-wheel-drive Iveco chassis-cowl – resulted in one of the best A-class motorhomes ever built. 

These Italian lovelies really were in a class of their own, featuring 
quality cabinetwork with traditional joinery and radius hardwoods. The high standards of equipment levels and practical, new-to-Britain layouts led to them sailing out of the showroom with ease.

The Iveco-based range kicked off with the 6.8m 170 LX and 175 LX models. The 170 has a forward lounge and a midships kitchen ahead of a rear washroom. The 175, meanwhile, has double and single Pullman dinettes and bunk beds – bringing the sleeping-berth count to seven!

Next up was the 7.45m 180 LX, with a similar lounge to the 170. However, the extra length allows a fixed, European-style corner bed ahead of the full-width rear washroom.

The Mobilvetta Design Euroyacht A-class coachbuilt was built in Barberino Val D’Elsa, Tuscany, Italy between 1996 and 2002. The Euroyacht’s overall length is a modest 6.85m to 7.45m (22ft 6in to 24ft 6in).

So, what should you look out for when looking round a used Mobilvetta Euroyacht at a motorhome dealership? Here are Practical Motorhome’s expert tips to help you buy better. Let’s start with the base vehicle. The 2.5- and 2.8-litre mechanical injection TD units are under-stressed and should – given regular maintenance – last 250,000 miles. On early five-speeders, the first gear was so short that many drivers didn’t bother to use it: so do check that it can still be selected easily.

Some back-axle noise is acceptable, but avoid motorhomes with incontinent gearboxes and rear-axles. Almost all examples of the Mobilvetta Euroyacht are left-hand drive vehicles, which might be an advantage if you spend a lot of time on tour abroad in your motorhome. 

The skirts of the Euroyacht can discolour over time, and the gel coat on the moulded GRP front end cap goes flat! Bargain hard if this is the case, but be prepared to put a lot of effort in if you decide that you want to restore it to its former glory.

The foam in the habitation seat squabs was soft even when new, so this is likely to need replacing for maximum seat comfort. 

So, what do we think of these ‘vans? Here are our likes:

  • Eye-candy good looks
  • Revolutionary (in their day) layouts
  • Twin-rear-wheel drive
  • Easy chassis upgrade

And our dislikes: 

  • Three-piece windscreen has blind spots
  • Challenging access to the in-line engine

What’s our pick of the range? Well, unless you have a large family, go for the Movilvetta Euroyacht 180 LX. We think this is the motorhome that offers the most sensuous luxury. 

But what to pay? Mint examples are available from close to £18,000. Those that have been lived-in and need an interior overhaul are sometimes available on eBay from £10,000 (on European plates).

What alternatives are there? You could also try the  Laika Ecovip 200i and 400i Iveco-based A-class models, or the Mobilvetta Icaro. These have the same layouts and are also based on Iveco vans, but have been built as overcab coachbuilt motorhomes. Consider all three if you see them come up at a good price on the secondhand market. 

Need help finding a good motorhome dealer that you can trust? Every year, Practical Motorhome invites readers and website users to rate their motorhome and also their supplying dealer, as part of the Owner Satisfaction Survey . As a result we have fantastic feedback on all the best and worst dealerships out there, as well as reliability ratings for different brands of motorhomes. So take a look at the findings in our 2014 Owner Satisfaction Survey  when searching for motorhomes for sale, to help determine who to buy from and what to buy. The full results were published in the April 2014 issue of Practical Motorhome magazine – back issues are available by calling 08456 777 812, while stocks last.

If you are looking for the best luxury used motorhomes, make sure you take a look at some pre-owned Euroyachts

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Starting life as a furniture manufacturer, Mobilvetta was established in the 1960s and evolved to produce recreational vehicles - specifically “travelling homes” rather than furnished vans which were popular at the time. Utilising the skills of their Artisan quality craftsmen the Company soon became renowned for their well-designed, functional and innovative motorhomes. 

Today Mobilvetta motorhomes have very distinctive style and are still produced in Italy by a team of craftspeople who carefully consider their choice of materials, use cutting edge technology and still employ extreme attention to detail.  Marquis Leisure are the sole importers of Mobilvetta.

Mobilvetta K.Yacht 59/2 - 2 Series Tekno Line

2024 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards Winner | A Class under 7 metres

Mobilvetta K.Yacht 59-2’s exterior is white with a grey frame.  There are light and dark grey decals over the body.  The entrance door is open revealing the lounge and there are two built in steps.  There is an exterior step to gain easy access.

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Mobilvetta K.Yacht 59/2 - 2 Series Tekno Line interior

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Base Vehicle

  • FIAT Ducato
  • Gearbox: manual
  • Engine: 140 bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: two
  • Length: 5.99m (19' 7")
  • NCC Approved: Yes
  • Maximum weight: 3500kg
  • Mass in running order: 2839kg
  • B licence compatible
  • Layout: central kitchen / end washroom / drop down bed
  • Number of berths: two
  • Bed sizes: 1.9m x 1.35m (6' 2" x 4' 4")
  • Fridge size: 150-litre three-way fridge & freezer compartment
  • Heating: ALDE heating system with Truma iNet X
  • ISOfix Points: none

Energy Versatility

  • Leisure battery supplied (power): fitted as standard
  • Solar panel/foil: fitted as standard
  • Gas cylinder/tank: gas compartment for two cylinders, 6kg
  • Price from £99,995
  • Price as entered £99,995

Check with your local Marquis Leisure dealer for the latest prices and availability   

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"A very user-friendly A-class (3,500kg chassis, 6m length) that isn't afraid to turn on the style. Mobilvetta is now the UK's best-selling A-class marque!" Judge's comment

Mobilvetta K.Yacht 95 / Auto Tekno Line

2024 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards Third | A Class 7 - 8 metres

Mobilvetta K.Yacht 95’s exterior is white.  There are light and dark grey decals over its body.  It has two black wing mirrors.

Mobilvetta K.Yacht 95 / Auto Tekno Line exterior

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Mobilvetta K.Yacht 95 / Auto Tekno Line interior

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  • Gearbox: automatic
  • Engine: 180 bhp
  • Designated travelling seats: four
  • Length: 7.45m (24' 5")
  • Maximum weight: 4400kg
  • Mass in running order: 3190kg
  • C1 licence required
  • Layout: central kitchen / central washroom / rear lounge
  • Number of berths: four
  • Bed sizes: rear bed 2.12m x 1.90m (6' 9'' x 6' 2''), drop down bed 1.35m x 1.90m (4' 4" x 6' 2")
  • Price from £118,995
  • Price as entered £118,995
"I love the two lounge/huge make up beds and lots of layout options with good storage." Judge's comment

Mobilvetta Tekno Line K-Yacht 80

2023 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards Winner | A Class under 7 metres

Mobilvetta Tekno Line K-Yacht 95 has a predominately white exterior with grey graphics. The wheels are black alloys.

Mobilvetta Tekno Line K-Yacht 80 exterior

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Mobilvetta Tekno Line K-Yacht 80 interior

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  • Fiat Ducato
  • Engine: 160bhp
  • Length: 6.99m (22' 11")
  • Maximum weight: 44 00kg
  • Mass in running order: 3384kg
  • C1 Licence required
  • Layout: central kitchen / central washroom / rear lounge / drop down bed
  • Bed sizes: rear double 1.9m x 1.28m (6' 2" x 4' 2"), drop down bed 1.9m x 1.35m (6’ 2’’ x 4' 5")
  • Fridge size: 150-litres
  • Heating: ALDE heating system, Truma iNet X
  • Leisure battery supplied: one, 95Ah
  • Solar Panel: 120W
  • Gas cylinder/tank: gas compartment for two cylinders, maximum size 6kg
  • Price from £106,995
  • Price as entered £110,995
"A very good compact layout, two lounges and two distinct sleeping areas" Judge's comment

Mobilvetta Tekno Line Kea 80

2023 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards Second | Three or Four Berth Coachbuilt motorhomes under 7 metres

Mobilvetta Tekno Line Kea 80 has a predominately white exterior with black graphics.  The wheels are black alloys.

Mobilvetta Tekno Line Kea 80 exterior

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Mobilvetta Tekno Line Kea 80 interior

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  • Bed sizes: rear double 1.9m x 1.28m (6' 2" x 4' 2"), drop down bed 1.9m x 1.28m (6' 2" x 4' 2")
  • Price from £93,995
  • Price as entered £93,995

Check with your local Marquis Leisure dealer for the latest prices and availability  

"Beautiful, stylish interior; an impressive layout with two distinct lounge areas - great for a family with older children" Judge's comment

Mobilvetta Tekno Line K-Yacht 95

2023 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards Second | A Class 7 - 8 metres

Mobilvetta Tekno Line K-Yacht 95 has a predominately white exterior with grey graphics. There is a large step by the habitation door to gain easy access. The wheels are black alloys.

Mobilvetta Tekno Line K-Yacht 95 exterior

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Mobilvetta Tekno Line K-Yacht 95 interior

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  • Bed sizes: rear bed 2.12m x 1.9m (6' 9" x 6' 2"), drop down bed 1.90m x 1.35m (6' 2" x 4' 4")
  • Price from £112,995
  • Price as entered £112,995
"This très chic, luxury A-Class shouts Italian flair with leather upholstery and ambient lighting" Judge's comment

Mobilvetta Tekno Line Kea 90

2023 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards Three or Four Berth Coachbuilt motorhomes over 7 metres

Mobilvetta Tekno Line Kea 90 has a predominately white exterior with black graphics.  The wheels are black alloys.

Mobilvetta Tekno Line Kea 90 exterior

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Mobilvetta Tekno Line Kea 90 interior

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  • Layout: central kitchen / central washroom / fixed island transverse bed
  • Bed sizes: fixed bed 1.94m x 1.5m (6' 4'' x 4' 9''), front bed 1.9m x 1.12m (1.07m) (6' 4" x 4' 2") (3' 5")
  • Price from £94,995
  • Price as entered £94,995
"All the pizzazz one would expect from an Italian motorhome, I like the island bed." Judge's comment

Mobilvetta Tekno Line K-Yacht 59

2022 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards Winner | A Class under 7 metres

A Class, white, grey graphics

Mobilvetta Tekno Line K-Yacht 59 exterior

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Mobilvetta Tekno Line K-Yacht 59 interior

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  • Engine: 160bhp 
  • Designated travelling seats: 4
  • Length: 5.90m / 19' 3"
  • Mass in running order: 3378kg
  • C1 Licence required 
  • Central kitchen / end washroom / drop down front bed
  • Number of berths: 3
  • Bed sizes: 0.89m x 2.12m (2' 9" x 6' 9"), 1.35m x 1.90m (4' 4" x 6' 2")
  • Fridge size: 150-litre
  • Heating: Alde
  • ISOfix Points: None
  • Price from £87,995
  • Price as entered: £87,995
"Classic sophistication one comes to expect from Italian design." Judge's comment

2022 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards Winner | A Class 7 - 8 metres

A Class, white, grey graphics

  • Length: 7.45m / 24' 4"
  • Number of berths: 4
  • Bed sizes: 2.12m x 1.90m (6' 9" x 6' 2"), 1.35m x 1.90m (4' 4" x 6' 2")
  • Price as entered: £94,995
"UK-friendly rear lounge layout is space-efficient; styling and finish set it apart." Judge's comment

Mobilvetta K-Yacht Teckno Line 80

2021 Motorhome and Campervan Design Awards Buyers Guide 4.5 stars A Class under 7 metres

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  • Length: 6.99m / 22’ 9”
  • Chassis downgrade to 3500kg is B Licence compatible (vehicle will have three travelling seats at this weight)
  • Standard chassis to 3650kg requires a C1 Licence
  • Chassis upgrade to 4400kg requires a C1 Licence
  • Price as entered £79,995
  • Bed sizes: 2.10m x 1.40m (6’ 11” x 4’ 7”) and 1.35m x 1.90m (4’ 5” x 6’ 3”)
  • Layout: Central kitchen / central washroom / rear lounge
  • Fridge size: 150 litres
  • Garage: Yes
  • ISOfix points: one
"Stunning contemporary looks and generous accommodation in two roomy lounges - a very sociable space for entertaining" Assessors comment

Mobilvetta K-Yacht Tekno Line 85

2021 Motorhome and Campervan Design Awards Buyers Guide 4.5 stars A Class 7-8 metres

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  • Length: 7.44m / 24’ 4”
  • Price as entered £79,995 
  • Bed sizes: fixed rear singles 0.82m x 2.05m (2’ 8” x 6’ 9”) and 0.82m x 1.92m (2’ 8” x 6’ 4”), over cab bed 1.35m x 1.90m (4’ 5” x 6’ 3”)
  • Layout: Central kitchen / central washroom / fixed rear single beds / drop down front bed
"130W solar panel as standard, with loads of storage and a big garage" Assessors comment

Mobilvetta Tekno Line K Yacht 79

2020 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards Winner | A Class under £90,000

A Class, white with lilac stripes

Mobilvetta Tekno Line K Yacht 79 exterior

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Mobilvetta Tekno Line K Yacht 79 interior

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  • Gearbox: Automatic
  • NCC Approved
  • MIRO: 3200kg
  • Price: £84,995 
  • Bed sizes: 1.35m x 1.90m (4' 5" x 6' 2"), 1.4m x 1.92m (4' 7" x 6' 2")
  • Layout: Central kitchen / central washroom / fixed island bed
"Love the central washroom with huge mirrored areas!" Judge's comment

Mobilvetta Tekno Line Kea P 65

2020 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards Coachbuilts £60,000 - £75,000

White coachbuilt

Mobilvetta Tekno Line Kea P 65 exterior

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Mobilvetta Tekno Line Kea P 65 interior

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  • Gearbox: Manual
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Mike Lynch and daughter among six missing after yacht sinks: What we know about disaster - and 'alarming' potential cause

One person is confirmed to have died after the British-flagged luxury vessel named Bayesian sank, with 22 people on board. Sky News looks at what we know about the tragedy.

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British tech billionaire Mike Lynch and his daughter are among six people missing after a superyacht sank in a storm off the coast of Sicily - with one person confirmed to have died.

Twenty-two people were on board the vessel, 15 of whom were rescued - including Briton Charlotte Golunski and her one-year-old daughter Sofia.

Four other Britons and two Americans remain missing, including Mr Lynch and his 18-year-old daughter Hannah, according to Italian media. The entrepreneur's wife Angela Bacares was rescued.

Here's what we know about the sinking of the luxury vessel so far.

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Seven people missing after British-flagged yacht capsizes in tornado off coast of Italy

What might have caused the sinking?

The British-flagged luxury vessel, named the Bayesian, capsized at around 4.30am local time off Palermo, according to ship-tracking site Marine Traffic.

It sank with 22 people on board - 12 passengers and a crew of 10, according to the Italian coastguard.

Waterspouts, essentially tornados which form over water, were seen as powerful winds battered the area overnight, local media said.

The boat which sank off the coast of Palermo. Pic: Fabio La Bianca.

The yacht may have also tipped over more easily with all the doors open due to the hot weather, Sailing Today magazine editor Sam Jefferson has said.

"I imagine all the doors were open because it was hot, so there were enough hatches and doors open that it filled with water very quickly and sank like that," he said.

"The reason it got pinned over so hard was because the mast is huge. It acted almost like a sail. [It] pushed the boat hard over on its side. (The boat) filled with water before it could right."

Official pictures show air conditioning units in several of the rooms, however, which could counter the suggestion open windows caused the vessel to sink faster.

What are waterspouts?

Waterspouts typically occur during thunderstorms and can develop very rapidly, within minutes.

Their spin generally reaches wind speeds between 75-200mph, but can reach as high as 300mph.

A waterspout is formed during a storm in the Mediterranean Sea, October 1, 2018. REUTERS/Alkis Konstantinidis

They can travel at around 10-20mph typically but can reach greater speeds, making them difficult to avoid - especially in something as slow-moving as a yacht.

Matthew Schanck, chair of the Maritime Search and Rescue Council, called the reports of a tornado or waterspout "rare" and "quite alarming".

"The vessel was at anchor in a recognised anchorage," Mr Schanck said.

"Depending on wind direction and the state of the sea, this informs the captain whether it is a safe area to anchor or not. There was nothing that was too concerning, for my eye. All in all, the captain used the information they had to make a safe call."

Emergency services work near the scene where a yacht sank in the early hours of Monday off the coast of Porticello, near the Sicilian city of Palermo, Italy, August 19, 2024. REUTERS/Igor Petyx

Who owns the yacht?

British tech tycoon Mike Lynch is among those missing.

The 59-year-old owner of the yacht is known as the "British Bill Gates" and has been in the headlines in recent months over a high-profile fraud case.

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In June, a US jury cleared him of all charges , which were related to the 2011 sale of his software company Autonomy to Hewlett-Packard (HP).

HP accused him of deliberately overstating the value of the company before it was acquired by the American tech giant.

Mr Lynch was extradited to the US to face trial in May last year and spent 13 months under house arrest in San Francisco as he awaited trial on 17 charges of conspiracy and wire fraud brought by the US Department of Justice - which were later reduced to 15 charges. He always denied any wrongdoing and was acquitted.

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Who was on board when the boat sank?

The vessel had passengers from Britain, America and Canada, the Italian coastguard said.

Most of those on board were British, Italian news outlets have reported, adding that the others were from New Zealand, Sri Lanka, and Ireland.

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Charlotte Golunski was among the Britons rescued. Her LinkedIn profile says she is a partner at Mr Lynch's firm Invoke Capital and has worked there since 2012.

Charlotte Golunski

Speaking after the ordeal, Ms Golunski told Italian media that she lost her daughter Sofia for "two seconds" amid the "fury" of the sea but was able to retrieve her. She said she held the infant above the waves until the lifeboat was ready.

"Many people screamed. Luckily the lifeboat inflated and 11 of us were able to get on board," she told ANSA.

The girl's father James Emsley also survived, according to Sicily's civil protection agency.

Also on board were Jonathan Bloomer, chairman of investment bank Morgan Stanley, his wife Judy Bloomer, a top US lawyer Chris Morvillo, who worked on Mr Lynch's criminal case, and his wife Neda Morvillo.

Jonathan Bloomer is the chairman of Morgan Stanley Pic: Hiscox/ Linkedin

Recaldo Thomas, a Canadian-Antiguan chef who was working on the boat, has been found dead, the Italian Coastguard has confirmed to Sky News.

Eight of those rescued were transferred to local hospitals and all were in stable condition, local media reported.

During rescue efforts, divers saw "corpses through the portholes" of the wreck as they recovered the body of a man at a depth of 50m (164ft), according to Salvo Cocina, the head of the Civil Protection of Sicily.

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What do we know about the vessel?

The Bayesian was known for its unusual 72.3m (246ft) single mast - one of the world's tallest made of aluminium - and shared its name with the statistical method Mr Lynch's Autonomy software was based on.

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It was built by Italian company Perini Navi in 2008 and last refitted in 2020.

It was listed for rent for up to €195,000 (£166,000) a week, according to online charter sites.

The luxury vessel, which was managed by yachting company Camper & Nicholsons, can accommodate up to 12 guests in six suites.

It won a string of awards for its design, according to online specialist yacht sites.

Mr Schanck said the vessel would have been equipped with "high standard" life-saving appliances and radio communications. He added the yacht would have met all international standards and UK maritime coastguard agency regulations before its voyage.

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The boat left the Sicilian port of Milazzo on 14 August and was last tracked east of Palermo on Sunday evening, with a navigation status of "at anchor", according to vessel tracking site VesselFinder.

The Bayesian previously travelled to other parts of Sicily before its last sighting off the coast of the port of Porticello.

The path of the last 24 hours of the Bayesian. Pic: MarineTraffic

On Sunday, the boat was seen off the coast of Cefalu before it travelled towards Porticello, MarineTraffic data shows.

In the days before, the yacht travelled around four of the Aeolian islands, just north of Sicily.

It was previously named Salute, or "health" in Italian, when it flew under a Dutch flag. Its minimalist interior featured light wood with Japanese accents designed by the French designer Remi Tessier, according to descriptions on charter sites.

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Tributes have been paid to a chef whose body has been recovered near the site of the  Bayesian superyacht  sinking off the coast of Sicily.

Ricardo Thomas, a Canadian citizen with an Antiguan passport, died after a tornado over the ocean, known as a water spout, hit the luxury yacht owned by British tech tycoon Mike Lynch in the early hours of yesterday.

Mr Thomas has been named in local Antiguan media and on social media as Recaldo Thomas.

In a series of emotive posts online, friends described him as ‘kind’ and ‘a friend to everyone’.

Posting on Facebook, Jess Whiteley said: ‘Rest in Power big man. You always loved this pic of you.

‘I don’t know what else to say except I love you, and I always will. Too many memories to share all at once… and too many were supposed to be made.’

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Bayesian chef described as ‘my dearest friend, my partner in crime’

Ricardo Thomas

More and more tributes have been pouring in for Ricardo Thomas after the Italian coastguard discovered his body in the water off coast of Sicily.

Facebook has been flooded with posts from his families and friends, saying their last goodbyes to the chef.

Rose Marie described him as ‘my dearest friend, my partner in crime’, adding: ‘An honour and a pleasure to have been your friend, it just wasn’t long enough ….we had so much to conquer.

‘Love to the Recaldo Thomas family… I am so sorry.

‘Such a very special person for many of us, the laughter, the great kindness the generosity… the love… he had so much to give… RIP Ric.’

Sharing pictures of parties, dinners and travels, loved ones described him as ‘the smiliest, friendliest, most supportive chef in the yachting industry’.

Flora Pickard posted on Facebook: ‘Looking at the moon shining bright for you Recaldo Thomas. I was so honoured to have you as a shoulder, as a hug every time I saw you, as a smile as a super friend – all over the world.

‘I am going to miss you like crazy dude! Cheers to the legend!’

Erica Lay wrote: ‘RIP to lovely chef Recaldo Thomas who touched the hearts of many over his vastly diverse and lengthy career at sea, and left lasting memories for all who crossed his path.

‘I know someone was up there was waiting for you with a large rum and a hug whilst his feet were tippy tapping my friend.’

Why did the superyacht Bayesian sink?

Hatches and doors left open overnight on the superyacht may have caused it to capsize, a sailing expert has said.

Sam Jefferson, editor of magazine Sailing Today, said that such incidents are ‘incredibly rare’, describing the chances of a vessel being hit by a waterspout as ‘minuscule’.

It is believed the vessel was struck by a tornado over the water, known as a waterspout.

Weather records show temperatures reached around 33C the day before the sinking, which may have led to the people on board to leave the doors open.

Mr Jefferson said: ‘I would have said that the boat got hit very hard by the wind, it was pinned over on its side.

‘I imagine all the doors were open because it was hot, so there were enough hatches and doors open that it filled with water very quickly and sank like that.

‘The reason it got pinned over so hard was because the mast is huge. It acted almost like a sail. (It) pushed the boat hard over on its side.

‘(The boat) filled with water before it could right. This is all speculation, but that’s the only logical explanation.’

In pictures: Divers facing rescue challenge in Sicily

Specialist divers continued their search for six people who remain missing in the water.

Divers of the Vigili del Fuoco, the Italian Corps. of Firefighters, are pictured on a small boat in Porticello near Palermo, on August 20, 2024 a day after the British-flagged luxury yacht Bayesian sank. Specialist divers launched a fresh search for six people, including UK tech tycoon Mike Lynch and the chairman of Morgan Stanley International, missing since their yacht capsized off the Italian island of Sicily. The Bayesian, which had 22 people aboard including 10 crew, was anchored some 700 metres from port before dawn when it was struck by a waterspout, a sort of mini tornado. Fifteen people aboard, including a mother with a one-year-old baby, were plucked to safety; one man has been found dead; and six people remain missing. (Photo by Alberto PIZZOLI / AFP) (Photo by ALBERTO PIZZOLI/AFP via Getty Images)

Divers ‘listening for timed banging noise, similar to Titan submarine’

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Divers could be listening out for a ‘timed banging noise’ as they continue to scour the wreck of the superyacht off Sicily’s coast to find six missing people.

Dr Jean-Baptiste Souppez, who teaches mechanical, biomedical and design engineering at Aston University, said: ‘A sign the rescuers may be looking for is a banging noise at regular intervals.

‘This is common practice on submarines, and was one of the signs the search mission for the Titan submarine was looking for after it went missing last year.’

Whatever is left of Bayesian is currently 164ft underwater, posing a challenge to rescue teams.

There is still slim possibility that air pockets exist within the sunken sailboat, and the trapped passengers are still alive.

But Dr Souppez said such possibility was ‘simply impossible to predict’.

Former school of Mike Lynch’s daughter ‘shocked’ by tragedy

The former school of Hannah Lynch, Mike Lynch’s daughter, said its ‘thoughts are with their family and everyone involved’ as the pair remain missing at sea.

A spokesperson for Latymer Upper School in Hammersmith, in west London, said: ‘We are all incredibly shocked by the news that Hannah and her father are among those missing in this tragic incident.

‘Our thoughts are with their family and everyone involved as we await further updates.’

Crew survivor ‘spared by grace of God’

The mother of one of the rescued Bayesian crew members said she is ‘beyond relieved’ that her daughter’s life was spared.

Heidi Randall, the mother of Leah Randall, told Sky News: ‘I am beyond relieved that my daughter’s life was spared by the grace of God.

‘It does not make it any easier living with the heartache of those who have lost their lives or are missing.

‘My very deepest condolences to the chef’s family as they formed a great friendship.’

Haunting final Instagram post of chef before he died

This is Ricardo Thomas’ haunting post on Instagram – just 10 days before he died off the coast of Sicily after.

Mr Thomas had been working on the superyacht as a chef when the tornado struck. His body was recovered from the water near the site, more than 24 hours later.

His last picture on Instagram shows the sun setting over the sea near Santa Marina Salina, one of the main towns on Salina, one of the Aeolian Islands.

There is no caption accompanying the post, but since yesterday a number of people have commented, paying their tributes.

One wrote: ‘What a Last Photo Brotha RIP.’

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Another survivor named

The Italian Coastguard has confirmed the name of another crew member of Bayesian who survived.

Spokesperson Vincenzo Zagarola said Leo Eppel was on board the sailboat that sank in the early hours of Monday.

Tributes paid to ‘kind, loved’ chef after body recovered

Tributes have been paid to a chef whose body has been recovered near the site of the Bayesian superyacht sinking off the coast of Sicily.

Ricardo Thomas, a Canadian citizen with an Antiguan passport, died after a tornado over the ocean, known as a water spout, hit the luxury yacht yesterday.

Tributes have been paid to a chef whose body has been recovered near the site of the Bayesian superyacht sinking off the coast of Sicily. Ricardo Thomas, a Canadian citizen with an Antiguan passport, died after a tornado over the ocean, known as a water spout, hit the luxury yacht owned by British tech tycoon Mike Lynch in the early hours of yesterday. Mr Thomas has been named in local Antiguan media and on social media as Recaldo Thomas. In a series of emotive posts online, friends described him as ?kind? and ?a friend to everyone?.

Two more survivors named

Two more survivors of the Bayesian yacht disaster have been named as Leah Randall and Katja Chicken.

The two women are South African, Sky News reported, and they were members of the crew on the boat.

Captain of rescue ship says yacht sank in ‘two minutes’

Captain Karsten Borner, who rescued the survivors after a luxury yacht sank off the coast of Porticello, looks on, in Porticello near the Sicilian city of Palermo, Italy August 20, 2024. REUTERS/Guglielmo Mangiapane

Captain Karsten Borner, who brought survivors of the Bayesian disaster on board his own boat, has said he took precautions to save his own vessel in the storm.

Again speaking to news agency Reuters, he said he made an effort to keep his Dutch-flagged ship steady before noticing something was wrong with the yacht nearby.

He told the agency: ‘I don’t absolutely know what they did. I only know that they went flat with a mast on the water and that they sank in two minutes.’

Borner blamed unusually warm sea temperatures for the extreme weather on Monday morning, which he describes as ‘very violent, very intense, a lot of water and I think a turning system like a tornado’.

Hannah Lynch’s school releases statement

Hannah Lynch, the 18-year-old daughter of Mike Lynch, is one of the six missing passengers on the boat alongside her dad.

Her former school, Latymer Upper School in Hammersmith, west London, has just released a statement.

It said: ‘We are all incredibly shocked by the news that Hannah and her father are among those missing in this tragic incident and our thoughts are with their family and everyone involved as we await further updates.’

Divers carry out searches in 10 minute segments

Emergency rescuers have just 10 minutes to search for those missing in the wreckage of the Bayesian, responders have told Giornale Di Sicilia.

The divers have faced challenges when searching for those onboard, with Marco Tilotta, who is coordinating the search and rescue, describing it as a ‘prohibitive’ search.

Emergency responder Luca Cari told Italian daily Giornale Di Sicilia: ‘They can stay underwater for a maximum of 12 minutes, two of which are needed to go up and down.

‘So the real time to be able to carry out the search is 10 minutes per dive.’

A life boat is docked in Porticello near Palermo, on August 20, 2024 a day after the British-flagged luxury yacht Bayesian sank. Specialist divers launched a fresh search for six people, including UK tech tycoon Mike Lynch and the chairman of Morgan Stanley International, missing since their yacht capsized off the Italian island of Sicily. The Bayesian, which had 22 people aboard including 10 crew, was anchored some 700 metres from port before dawn when it was struck by a waterspout, a sort of mini tornado. Fifteen people aboard, including a mother with a one-year-old baby, were plucked to safety; one man has been found dead; and six people remain missing. (Photo by Alberto PIZZOLI / AFP) (Photo by ALBERTO PIZZOLI/AFP via Getty Images)

Law firm Clifford Chance ‘deeply saddened’ by sinking

A spokesperson for law firm Clifford Chance said it is ‘deeply saddened’ by the sinking of superyacht Bayesian off he coast of Sicily.

A spokesperson said: ‘We are in shock and deeply saddened by this tragic incident.

‘Our thoughts are with our partner, Christopher Morvillo, and his wife, Neda, who are among the missing.

‘Our utmost priority is providing support to the family as well as our colleague Ayla Ronald, who together with her partner thankfully survived the incident.

‘Our thoughts extend to the other passengers and crew and all those affected.

‘We have no further comment at this time.

‘We, and the families, ask that their request for privacy is honoured during this period.’

Mike Lynch and five other passengers may be inside sunken yacht

The Italian Coastguard believes Mike Lynch and five other missing people may still be inside the sunken yacht, a spokesman said.

Vincenzo Zagarola told the PA news agency this was the working theory of officials on Sicily because it is believed the boat sank quickly and search and rescue efforts by sea and air have so far delivered no results.

He said: ‘We think they are still inside the boat, that is our very hard idea.

‘Our search and rescue activity by sea and air has gone on for around 36 hours.

‘Of course, we do not exclude that they are not inside the boat, but we know the boat sank quickly.

‘We suppose that the six people missing may not have had time to get out of the boat.’

Bayesian ‘practically intact’ on seabed, diver says

One dead, six missing after sailboat sinks off Palermo

The yacht which sank off the coast of Palermo yesterday morning remains largely undamaged at the bottom of the Mediterranean, a diver has said.

Speaking to Italian newspaper Il Messaggero , Marco Tilotta said the Bayesian was ‘practically intact’.

Mr Tilotta, who works for Palermo’s fire and rescue service, said: ‘It is resting on its side on the starboard side. It has no gashes, no signs of impact.’

Charlotte Golunski and her family pictured leaving hospital

Survivors of the sunken yacht Charlotte Golunski, her husband James Emsilie and their one-year-old daughter Sophie Emsilie leave the Di Cristina hospital in Palermo, Italy, August 20, 2024. REUTERS/Igor Petyx

Charlotte Golunski, who was one of the first Bayesian passengers to speak out after the sinking, has left hospital in Palermo.

She gave a memorable account of the terror she felt on Monday morning as a storm hit the boat in an interview with Italian newspaper La Repubblica.

Ms Golunski said: ‘It was all dark. In the water I couldn’t keep my eyes open. I screamed for help but all I could hear around me was the screams of others.’

She saved the life of her one-year-old daughter Sophia by holding her above the waves, and the pair ended up at Di Cristina paediatric hospital in Palermo together.

Her husband James Emslie also survived the sinking and was taken to a different hospital in the Sicilian city.

The family of three was pictured leaving Di Cristina hospital together.

Divers manage to crack open way into the Bayesian

A life boat is docked in Porticello near Palermo, on August 20, 2024 a day after the British-flagged luxury yacht Bayesian sank. Specialist divers launched a fresh search for six people, including UK tech tycoon Mike Lynch and the chairman of Morgan Stanley International, missing since their yacht capsized off the Italian island of Sicily. The Bayesian, which had 22 people aboard including 10 crew, was anchored some 700 metres from port before dawn when it was struck by a waterspout, a sort of mini tornado. Fifteen people aboard, including a mother with a one-year-old baby, were plucked to safety; one man has been found dead; and six people remain missing. (Photo by Alberto PIZZOLI / AFP) (Photo by ALBERTO PIZZOLI/AFP via Getty Images)

Diving teams have managed to make a way to get inside the Bayesian, which has sunk some 50 metres.

Giornale De Sicilia , a Sicilian newspaper, says diverts from the fire department and port authority have opened a hole in the hull.

The rescue teams also now have a clearer idea of the condition of the Bayesian – including that the hull is still intact.

The yacht, La Repubblica reports, shows no sign of colliding with rocks or other ships. It has tilted 90° to the right and has sunk 50 metres.

The working theory is that the ship was flooded with water from the stern or bow in a short amount of time. Furniture and debris have swamped the cabins.

Divers are working in 35-minute ships, taking 12 minutes to go back up to the surface.

Missing Judy Bloomer ‘brilliant champion for women’s health’

Judy, the wife of Jonathan Bloomer, is among the six yacht passengers missing.

She’s been described by the CEO of Eve Appeal, a gynaecological cancer charity she was a trustee of, as a ‘brilliant champion for women’s health’.

Athena Lamniso was ‘deeply shocked to hear the news that our very dear friend and her husband Jonathan, are among those missing’, the BBC reported.

‘Our thoughts are with Judy and Jonathan’s family, as well as all those who are still waiting for news after this tragic event,’ she added.

Family of Steve Chamberlain to recreate his final route

The family of Steve Chamberlain are hoping to complete his final running route after he died while out running in his home town in Cambridgeshire.

Teddy, his son, posted on the social networking website Strava that Mr Chamberlain’s family will run the route, starting from the outside of the town of Stretham, to Ely, in memory of Steve after his death.

Cambridgeshire Police said 52-year-old Mr Chamberlain died in hospital after he was struck by a car on Saturday.

Steve Chamberlain

A statement from his lawyer said he was hit ‘while out running’.

Under his dad’s final Strava post, Teddy wrote: ‘We are planning to complete this run for Dad (after I train of course!).

‘If any of you would like to pay tribute and run it with us I will keep you updated. I’m sure we will make a post about the day and time at a later date. He was such an incredible man and the pain we feel in unimaginable.’

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ROME, Aug. 20 (Xinhua) -- Rescuers on Tuesday continued to search for survivors from a sinking yacht off the coast of Sicily. However, local authorities said the chances of finding the six missing persons were limited.

The accident happened in the early hours of Monday due to a freak storm. Francesco Venuto, a spokesman for the civil protection agency on the southern Italian island region of Sicily, told Xinhua that as of Tuesday afternoon, divers were struggling to reach the vessel's inner cabins where the missing people are probably trapped.

However, oxygen in the yacht is limited, therefore the chances that the missing passengers have survived were "quickly diminishing," he said.

"We found the yacht around 50 meters beneath the surface on a ledge, but divers have not been able to access the inner cabins," Venuto said. "We have been searching the area with helicopters and boats and have seen no sign of the six missing people. They must be in the boat, and the only question is whether they are living or not."

Climatologists said the kind of "spontaneous waterspout" that struck the yacht, snapping its mast and flipping it over, is a naturally occurring phenomenon that has become more common because of the warming climate.

The luxury 56-meter yacht, called the Bayesian, was carrying 12 passengers and 10 crew members when it sank. So far, 15 people have been rescued and one dead body has been found. Authorities said the deceased was the yacht's chef, but they did not release his name.

Authorities confirmed that the six missing passengers were billionaire tech financier Mike Lynch, Lynch's 18-year-old daughter Hannah Lynch; Jonathan Bloomer, chairman of banking and finance giant Morgan Stanley International, Bloomer's wife Judy, an activist; jewelry designer Neda Morvillo and her husband, former U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York Chris Morvillo.

Angela Bacares, Mike Lynch's wife and Hannah's mother, has been rescued. Most survivors reported being on or near the yacht's deck when the waterspout hit. Eight of the 15 rescued were taken to the hospital, but none were in critical condition as of Tuesday.

Luca Mercalli, a climatologist and president of the Italian Meteorological Society, told Italian state broadcaster RAI: "The water temperature around Sicily is around three degrees warmer than normal and that can create energy that makes storms like this more intense and more frequent."

The warmer sea temperatures come amid the third consecutive summer of intense heatwaves, with major cities under constant heat alerts and water shortages. Temperatures have regularly topped 40 degrees Celsius. Enditem

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  1. Mobilvetta Tekno Line K Yacht 59

    Mobilvetta Tekno Line K Yacht 59 2022. Mobilvetta Tekno Line K Yacht 59. £91,495. By Peter Baber. Published: May 25, 2022. This compact, couples-friendly motorhome benefits from some impressive touches, at a price that's right. This third bed is definitely not the nightmare jigsaw puzzle that many of these beds so often are. Motorhomes that ...

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    K-YACHT TEKNO LINE. KEA I. Kea I64; Kea I86; Kea I90; K-YACHT TEKNO LINE. K-Yacht Tekno Line 64; K-Yacht Tekno Line 86; K-Yacht Tekno Line 90; Van. ADMIRAL. ADMIRAL. Admiral K 5.1; Admiral K 6.3; Admiral K 6.5; en. ... Mobilvetta has paved the way of exclusivity in motorcaravan and van with unique, elegant and at the same time sporty models ...

  3. Mobilvetta K-Yacht used motorhomes for sale

    Find Mobilvetta K-Yacht used motorhomes for sale on Auto Trader, today. With the best range of second hand Mobilvetta K-Yacht motorhomes across the UK, find the right motorhome for you.

  4. 2022 Mobilvetta Tekno Line K-Yacht 59 motorhome review ...

    Huw Hopkins puts a compact A-class motorhome, the Mobilvetta Tekno Line K-Yacht 59, from Marquis Leisure, to the full live-in test.For every new Camping & Ca...

  5. Mobilvetta K-Yacht Tekno Line New Motorhomes

    Awarded best A-Class under 7 metres by the Caravan and Motorhomes Club, this Mobilvetta K.Yacht 80 new motorhome is built on a Fiat chassis and comes with an automatic 180bhp engine with 4 berths and 4 travelling seats. The motorhome layout boasts two drop-down double beds. One is above the rear lounge area, offering a dynamic spacious dining ...

  6. K-silver 50

    K-SILVER 50. Genoemde prijzen zijn Aflever-Klaar dus inclusief; Afleverklaar maken, Transport, Fabrieksgarantie, COC / CvO document en 21% BTW. Europese prijs is exclusief de Nederlandse Belasting op Personenauto's en Motorrijtuigen (BPM). Deze camper met Nederlands kenteken kent een meerprijs van € 11.543,- aan BPM.

  7. Mobilvetta K-Yacht Tekno Line MH-80

    The Mobilvetta K-Yacht Tekno Line MH-80's front lounge includes a large, L-shaped settee, a good-sized table that slides in all directions, and a side seat. But there might be some squabbling about who has to sit on the inner of the two rear travel seats, because legroom there isn't generous. They won't want for entertainment, however.

  8. K-Yacht Motorhome

    And 100% wood-free construction, double glazing and grade 3 insulation means the K-Yacht can be your home on the road any season. Plus, the upgraded chassis to 4400kg GVM means plenty of payload to travel with all the toys. Get the brochure. 6990 mm. Mobilvetta's K-Yacht motorhomes are a level up in Italian-made sophistication.

  9. With every New Mobilvetta K.Yacht and Kea Motorhome

    The multi award-winning Mobilvetta Tekno-Line is the ultimate in motorhome luxury featuring two unique and versatile ranges - the K.Yacht A Class and Kea Coachbuilt. Inside each Tekno Line motorhome Mobilvetta's expert designers have created the perfect fusion of traditional hand-crafted style furniture and contemporary Italian design.

  10. Mobilvetta Tekno Line K-Yacht 59 A-class

    The Mobilvetta Tekno Line K-Yacht 59. Hymer and Pilote established the A-class breed in the UK, but models like the former's classic B544 weren't big motorhomes; they didn't need to be because the main bed was a drop-down one above the cab. Such models have always been popular here, but their appeal on the Continent must have waned as ...

  11. Mobilvetta

    Mobilvetta has imagined every possible trip on board its motorhomes for over 50 years. Really comfortable spaces mould around the traveller for an unforgettable experience. With Mobilvetta, comfort and excellence travel hand in hand with the best construction techniques and superior performance for innovation, living comfort, energy efficiency ...

  12. Motorhome Walkthroughs: The 2023 Mobilvetta K-Yacht 80 Tekno Line

    In August 2023 we visited Marquis Motorhomes in Tewkesbury to have a detailed look through the 2023 Mobilvetta's from the K-Yacht Tekno Line Range.This film ...

  13. K-Yacht 59

    There's nautical styling inside and a sporty exterior, plus the signature huge windscreen that lets in light and offers fab views. Get the brochure. The K-Yacht 59 is new to the family, packing a punch with its convenient size. Travel far & wide in total comfort with this spacious yet functional model.

  14. Mobilvetta K-Yacht Tekno Line 80 review: Camping & Caravanning

    Candy Evans casts an eye over this luxury A-class motorhome from Mobilvetta.For every new Camping & Caravanning review of tents, caravans and motorhomes, sub...

  15. Mobilvetta K-Yacht 79 Tekno Line

    From one of Italy's most prestigious motorhome builders the Mobilvetta K-Yacht 79 Tekno Line this compact A Class is packed with features and award winning design. Based on the ever popular Fiat Ducato chassis with the uprated to 4400kg. The engine is a 2.3 litre turbo diesel MultiJet giving 160bhp with the benefit of AdBlue for lower ...

  16. K-Yacht 80

    4. 120. The K-Yacht 80 is Mobilvettas rear lounge model, offering two lounges, two drop down beds and maximum day time living space. Perfect for couples or a family. The swivel cab seats and large front window make the dining space light and open and the rear lounge is perfect for parking up and soaking in the view. Favourite.

  17. Used 'van buyer's guide

    However, the extra length allows a fixed, European-style corner bed ahead of the full-width rear washroom. The Mobilvetta Design Euroyacht A-class coachbuilt was built in Barberino Val D'Elsa, Tuscany, Italy between 1996 and 2002. The Euroyacht's overall length is a modest 6.85m to 7.45m (22ft 6in to 24ft 6in).

  18. Mobilvetta

    Read more about the Mobilvetta K.Yacht range "A very user-friendly A-class (3,500kg chassis, 6m length) that isn't afraid to turn on the style. Mobilvetta is now the UK's best-selling A-class marque!" Judge's comment. Mobilvetta K.Yacht 95 / Auto Tekno Line. 2024 Motorhome & Campervan Design Awards ...

  19. Superyacht sinks latest: Crew survivor 'spared by grace of God'; CCTV

    The search for six people missing after a superyacht sank in a tornado off Sicily continues. Listen to a Daily podcast special as you scroll - as our correspondents and guests look at why the ...

  20. Mike Lynch among those missing after superyacht sinks off Sicily

    Emergency services at the scene of the search for a missing boat, in Porticello Santa Flavia, Italy, Monday, Aug. 19, 2024. British tech giant Mike Lynch, his lawyer and four other people are among those missing after their luxury superyacht sank during a freak storm off Sicily, Italy's civil protection and authorities said.

  21. Mike Lynch and daughter among six missing after yacht sinks: What we

    The 59-year-old owner of the yacht is known as the "British Bill Gates" and has been in the headlines in recent months over a high-profile fraud case. Image: Mike Lynch. Pic: Reuters

  22. Bayesian (yacht)

    Voted best interior at the International Superyacht Society Awards 2008 and best sailing yacht over 45 metres at the 2009 World Superyacht Awards: ... The Bayesian sank quickly after capsizing whilst at anchor during a storm and sank to a depth of 50 metres (160 ft). The ship was carrying 10 crew and 12 passengers, of whom 15 were rescued. The ...

  23. Bayesian yacht: Six people missing off Sicily after tornado sinks

    Rescuers were on Monday searching for six people missing after a luxury yacht was hit by a tornado and sank off the coast of Sicily, killing one of the 22 people on board.

  24. Mobilvetta K-Yacht 80

    Mobilvetta K-Yacht 80. I'm looking for opinions on a rear lounge set up for my first motorhome and have come across the Mobilvetta K Yacht 80 and am interested in the upgraded 4400kgs chassis with automatic. My other alternatives are a Frankia i740 or Hymer a bit more in cost but the Mobilvetta looks good value for money and the two drop down ...

  25. Bayesian yacht disaster latest: Morgan Stanley boss among missing

    The yacht was around half a mile offshore from the island's largest city of Palermo when it sank at 5am. August 19, 2024 3:14 pm. British Mum 'lost her daughter' in the sea before saving her ...

  26. 12-minute search shifts resume for six from sunken yacht off Sicily

    12-minute search shifts resume for 6 from sunken yacht off Sicily, including tech giant Mike Lynch Emergency services at the scene of the search for a missing boat, in Porticello, southern Italy ...

  27. Hope fading for more survivors of Sicily yacht sinking

    The luxury 56-meter yacht, called the Bayesian, was carrying 12 passengers and 10 crew members when it sank. So far, 15 people have been rescued and one dead body has been found.

  28. Missing NYC lawyer Christopher Morvillo shared haunting last post

    The Bayesian yacht sank after a tornado badly damaged the boat. X / @Khorakhane100 Fire officials have said the six people unaccounted for will be referred to as "missing" until they are located ...

  29. Novosibirsk Oblast (Russia): Cities and Settlements in Population

    Contents: Cities and Settlements The population of all cities and urban settlements in Novosibirsk Oblast according to census results and latest official estimates. The icon links to further information about a selected place including its population structure (gender).

  30. Kochenyovo

    Kochenyovo. /  55.01694°N 82.20861°E  / 55.01694; 82.20861. Kochenyovo ( Russian: Коченёво) is an urban-type settlement and the administrative center of Kochenyovsky District, Novosibirsk Oblast, Russia. Population: 16,374 ( 2010 Russian census); [1] 16,510 ( 2002 Census); [5] 15,048 ( 1989 Soviet census ) . [6]