There are boats you admire, and then there are boats you feel. The Riva Cento New belongs firmly in the latter category, a limited-edition open yacht that distills everything that makes Riva an enduring symbol of Italian glamour, while pushing its design language into a sharper, more contemporary future.
Produced in a strictly limited run of just 12 hulls, the Cento New is not about volume or mass appeal. It is a statement piece – created for collectors who understand that true luxury lies in rarity, proportion, and detail.
Heritage, Reimagined
Riva has always mastered the balance between tradition and innovation. With the Cento New, that balance feels especially precise. At just under 12 metres in length, the yacht carries the unmistakable Riva silhouette: long, low, and effortlessly elegant. Yet nothing here feels nostalgic for nostalgia’s sake.
The design comes from Officina Italiana Design, the studio responsible for shaping Riva’s modern era. Their work on the Cento New refines familiar cues – polished steel, sculpted surfaces, and clean horizontal lines, into something distinctly current. This is not a retro revival; it’s a modern classic in real time.
Performance with Purpose
Beneath the refined exterior sits serious capability. Twin engines deliver confident acceleration and a top speed in the region of 40 knots, making the Cento New as exhilarating to drive as it is to admire from the dock. At cruising speed, the yacht remains composed and smooth. Perfect for fast coastal passages or relaxed day cruising along the Riviera, Amalfi, or the Balearics.
The helm is clean and intuitive, blending contemporary navigation technology with a driver-focused layout. As with any true Riva, the experience behind the wheel is central to the boat’s identity.
The Art of Outdoor Living
One of the Cento New’s most striking features is found at the stern. An electro-hydraulic transom transforms into a compact beach area, complete with integrated steps and concealed storage – ideal for a Seabob or water toys. It’s a clever piece of engineering that enhances both usability and visual drama.
The cockpit is designed for versatility. Seating converts seamlessly between lounging and dining configurations, while expansive sunpads invite long afternoons at anchor. Every surface feels intentional, from the upholstery to the subtle metallic accents that catch the light just enough.
Inside: Automotive Elegance at Sea
Step below deck and the mood shifts from open-air glamour to intimate refinement. The cabin is understated yet luxurious, with leather finishes inspired by classic Italian grand tourers from the 1940s to 1960s. It’s a subtle nod to automotive heritage – another world where Italian design reigns supreme.
A compact bathroom and thoughtfully arranged storage make overnight stays entirely realistic, though the Cento New feels just as much at home as a day boat that never needs to try too hard.
A Yacht for Those Who Know
The Riva Cento New is not about chasing trends or redefining size categories. Instead, it represents something far rarer in today’s yachting world: restraint. Every line, material choice, and mechanical solution serves a purpose, resulting in a yacht that feels complete rather than excessive.
For collectors, it offers exclusivity without compromise. For enthusiasts, it stands as proof that timeless design can still evolve. And for Riva, it reinforces a legacy built not on numbers, but on emotion.
In a world where bigger often shouts louder, the Cento New whispers – and those who understand will listen.
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