What is the difference between a Fairline Targa and a Squadron?

The Targa is Fairline's sports-yacht line, with a low profile and a focus on driving, while the Squadron is a flybridge motor yacht with an upper helm and more living space. Buyers who value performance and a sleek look usually choose a Targa, while families who spend long days aboard often prefer a Squadron.

Where are Fairline yachts built?

Fairline yachts are built in Oundle, Northamptonshire, in the heart of England, where the company has been based since it was founded in the 1960s. The inland location is unusual for a yacht builder, and finished yachts are transported to the coast for launch and delivery.

Are Fairline yachts suitable for crossing to the United States market?

Many Fairlines trade internationally, and some are sold into the United States. A buyer or seller should consider electrical systems, import duty, documentation and service support before a transatlantic sale. Daniel can explain the practical steps and coordinate with specialists where needed.

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About Fairline

Fairline was founded in the 1960s by Jack Newington in Oundle, Northamptonshire, an unusual inland home for a yacht builder that has stayed central to the brand ever since. The company has passed through several ownership changes over the years, yet the core idea has remained: well-built, well-mannered yachts designed around the person at the helm.

Italian design influence has sharpened the look of recent Fairlines, with cleaner lines and more glass, while the British engineering character underneath has stayed recognizable. The brand has also broadened its offer at both ends, with a compact dayboat and a larger flybridge flagship joining the long-running core lines.

Fairline has a devoted base of owners, particularly in the United Kingdom and the Mediterranean, and a strong presence in the pre-owned market. The yachts tend to be owner-operated, which shapes how they are used, maintained and traded.

Fairline yacht models

Fairline's range is compact and easy to understand. Each line has its own purpose, and the older Targa and Squadron generations remain well represented on the brokerage market.

TargaThe sports-yacht line, including open and Gran Turismo versions, built for owners who enjoy fast coastal cruising.
SquadronFlybridge motor yachts with generous accommodation and a long track record in family cruising.
PhantomA more recent flybridge line that brings larger volumes and a contemporary profile to the top of the range.
F//LINEA compact, design-led dayboat that introduces the brand to a new style of short-range use.

Fairline yachts for sale

Fairline yachts change hands both publicly and privately. There may be no Fairline in the current Reel Deal Yachts selection, but Daniel can search the wider market, including yachts that are not publicly listed.

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Buying a Fairline yacht

Most Fairlines are run by their owners, so maintenance records can vary widely. A careful buyer looks for consistent servicing of engines and drives, a sensible approach to winter storage and evidence that upgrades such as electronics or canvas were done properly. Hull and deck condition, windows and hatches, and the state of the teak are all worth close attention. Where a yacht has spent years on the south coast of England and then moved to warmer waters, it is worth checking how systems such as air conditioning and generators have coped with the change.

Generational differences within the Targa and Squadron lines can be significant, so comparing like with like is essential. Because the brand has changed ownership at times, it is also sensible to confirm access to parts and service for older models before committing.

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Selling a Fairline yacht

Fairline buyers are often experienced and know the lines well, so honest presentation and accurate pricing matter. Daniel builds a valuation from sold comparables of the same model and era, adjusted for condition, equipment and hours.

Many Fairlines are sold through cooperation with other brokers across Europe and the United States, and the brand's familiarity helps with that reach. Where discretion matters, Daniel can also approach buyers privately, and the guide to selling a yacht explains how preparation and timing influence the result.

Fairline new builds

New Fairlines are sold through the builder's appointed dealers. Daniel can support a client independently when comparing a new yacht with pre-owned alternatives, reviewing specification and timing, and planning the sale of a current yacht alongside the order.

For owners who prefer to trade up within the brand, he can also time the sale of an existing Fairline so that the new yacht arrives without a long gap on the water.

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Why work with Daniel Grant

Daniel offers owners a calm, personal service with international reach, working across Miami, New York and the Riviera and supported by Reel Deal Yachts' brokerage infrastructure. For a Fairline owner, that means careful pricing, thoughtful presentation and access to buyers on both sides of the Atlantic.

He is equally useful to buyers. Because Daniel is independent of any builder, he can compare a Fairline honestly with alternatives from Sunseeker, Princess or the Italian yards, and help a client arrive at the yacht that genuinely suits the way they intend to use it.