Aston Martin took the yachting lifestyle onto dry land this week, unveiling a pair of one-off Vanquish models at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. The bespoke duo, including the coupe called “Above” and the Volante convertible model “Beyond, is the result of a joint effort by the British sports-car maker, a yacht designer, and a Florida dealership.
Built through Aston Martin’s Q personalization program, the two cars reflect the same names as upcoming Turquoise Yachts designed by Bannenberg & Rowell. The idea: express the grace of a yacht hull and the craft of a supercar in matching form.
The primary story: Above and Beyond revealed
Aston Martin Fort Lauderdale, Denison Yachting, and Bannenberg & Rowell Design worked together to create the Above & Beyond collection, each car a one-of-one commission of the V12 Vanquish. Mirror caps carry red and green stripes as a nod to port and starboard lights, while chrome side strakes and black V12 badging underline the polished look.
Inside, the nautical theme continues. Glacier White leather with V-shaped quilting evokes yacht upholstery with stitching inspired by bow waves. Blue-tinted carbon-fiber trim adds lightness and links the two environments. Custom sill plaques mark the partnership among Aston Martin, Denison Yachting, and Bannenberg & Rowell, cementing each car’s provenance.
The secondary angle: a partnership built on lifestyle
The Fort Lauderdale event marks four years of collaboration between Denison Yachting and Holman Motorcars, which represents Aston Martin Fort Lauderdale. The project also highlights Q by Aston Martin’s growing reach in bespoke design. Representatives from all partners framed Above & Beyond as a meeting of craftsmanship and lifestyle—an extension of the shared appeal between yacht owners and Aston Martin collectors.
