Rodriquez Yachts Review

Summary

Rodriquez Yachts was founded by Leopold Rodriguez in 1887 when he opened a small repair yard in Messina, Sicily. The shipyard flourished despite the earthquake of 1908 which destroyed Messina and the outbreak of World War I. Carlo, Leopold's son, expanded the Rodriquez's business at the beginning of World War II by repairing railroad cars for the Italian railroad companies. This turned out to be a lucrative business in its own right. During World War II, Carlo Rodriquez learned of the German's hydrofoil concept. After the war he hired Mr. F. Lobau, a German naval architect. Mr. Lobau built upon the hydrofoil concept and developed a version suitable for commercial use. In 1956, they launched the world's first commercial fast ferry "Freccia del Sole".

Pricing

Rodriquez Yachts are priced based on the clientele's specific requests at the time of order. Used yachts from 2008 can be priced around $14,000,000. Older models are priced lower depending on which model and size of the yacht, but only a few are priced less than $500,000.

Pros

• Rodriquez Yachts has a long history that began in 1887.
• Rodriquez Yachts has acquired a number of other companies which makes it a leader in commercial and civilian manufacturing.
• Many yachting enthusiast continue to value Rodriquez Yachts design and mechanical structure.

Cons

• Rodriquez Yachts are very expensive and not for people who have limited budgets.
• Some owners report the yacht can be noisy in certain areas of the ship.

Featured Models

Aluminium Fast Patrol Boats from 65 feet, FRP Fast Patrol Boats from 52.5 feet, Aluminium FRP Fast Crew Boats from 65 feet, FRP Fast Crew Boats from 52.5 feet, FRP Hydro-oceanographic Ships, FRP Mine Countermeasure Vessels, and Custom mega yachts from 114 feet to 480 feet. Owners seem particularly interested in the Rodriquez's156 foot yacht. They have called the outdoor staircase to the decks "the stairway to heaven." The yacht has a maximum speed of 25.5 miles per hour and a cruising speed of 22 miles per hour.

Conclusion

Rodriquez Yachts has maintained their position in the yachting industry by evolving their brand and business relationships and structure. The manufacturing reputation of Rodriquez Yachts is one of quality built yachts. Current owners of Rodriquez Yachts appear to be satisfied with their decision to purchase the yachts. Though they are well out of range for people on limited budgets, the Rodriquez Yachts remain a symbol of Italian engineering and design. More affluent yacht enthusiasts enjoy the spacious floor plans and luxury details. People with more limited budgets who would like to own a Rodriquez Yachts may consider purchasing an older model and having some of the options updated.