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A Retro Classic, Reborn

After our refurbishment on the left. Before on the right hand side.

The Transformation

Saloon Revival

The original interior felt heavy and dated, with worn fabrics and tired joinery. We stripped the Saloon & Helm area back and rebuilt into a fresh and uplifting space. We redesigned the headlining to simplify the lines, added a fresh upholstery to the old timber sidelinings and reupholstered the duckpond (above the helm).

Crisp lining upholsteries and textural woven fabrics, accented with deep navy cushions and hand stitched fluting details, creates a contemporary yet timeless look. A few elements in this redesign hark back to the yachts original styling – including two sculptural bespoke retro-inspired swivel chairs that elegantly combine leather and fabric.

Helm & Seating

The helmseat has been completely reimagined with a retro inspired design – much like the swivel chairs. This reupholster beautifully combines both leather and hand fluted fabric. Here we have retained the classic feel of the Fairline lines, but also introduced modern materials for comfort and durability.

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Cabin Refresh

The dated fabrics and cluttered layout were replaced with simple, functional design that stays true to the 1980s spirit but feels fresh and inviting. Practical, durable & beautiful fabrics ensure longevity while keeping that retro edge alive.

Exterior Upholstery

Both the Cockpit and Flybridge underwent huge changes to the upholstery. Staying true to the original design story of the boat, we have used the classic triptych of Fairline colours with a little tweak…Red, Blue and White in this case – changed to Red, Blue and an elegant Grey-Taupe colour. This combined with hand stitched flutes and considered logo placement elevates both exterior areas to anew level of comfort & luxury.

A Timeless Transformation

This project celebrates everything we love about yacht refits – respecting the past while creating a future-ready space. This Fairline Sedan 36 may have been built in 1986, but today she stands as a shining example of how retro can be beautifully reimagined for modern life on the water.

Light & Space

We brightened the entire interior, enhancing natural light with soft-toned panels and discreet lighting. The result is a yacht that feels airy, modern, and effortlessly stylish while staying authentic to her heritage.

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Why it works

  • Retro soul, modern comfort – reimagined with a fresh palette and bespoke detailing
  • Durability meets style – beautiful fabrics and craftsmanship designed for decades of use
  • A classic, reborn – breathing new life into a much-loved 1980s design icon

 

 

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With SETAG, you can make a huge difference when you buy something secondhand, maybe a bit tired and then you put all of this beauty in it and you create what effectively is a brand new boat. Completely to your own liking, your own standard...creating the perfect boat for us.
Delighted SETAG customer - Squadron 42 owner
Brilliant concept...new boat look and feel at pre-owned prices - by the industry experts. Recycling at its best!
Briony Newington - Founding Partner, Fairline Yachts.
The great thing is, none of this is off the shelf - I love this boat and now she’s got her frock on...this is the best money I've spent.
Delighted SETAG customer - Princess 61 owner
If you want to redefine, refit and remaster your boat who better to do it than the people who designed it in the first place? "What a fantastic idea!"
Miles Morehouse – Marketing Director, Fairline
We cannot recommend the SETAG team highly enough. If you love your current boat, then for a fraction of the cost to change it, have it SETAG’d. The SY branding certainly helped us obtain a premium price. We got what we paid for her in 2017 plus what we spent with you!
Delighted SETAG customer - Targa 50GT owner
I have worked with Chris for over 30 years and I’m pleased to see him develop his own brand - along with likeminded people with industry-leading expertise. The future is bright for Setag Yachts and pre-owned yacht owners, who can now refurbish their vessels to today’s - or even tomorrow's standards.
David King - Founder, Princess Yachts.
That has been one of the key selling points for us – having that personalised service and having a boat that is unique to us – is standout in its own right. We are pretty blown away…very very pleased. I think it’s fabulous…it has transformed the boat.
Delighted SETAG customer - Targa 47 owner
The perfect way to open up a new market: the "true reflection of luxury". Setag gets it: simplicity and personalisation are key – with the depth of knowledge to deliver.
James Barke – Managing Director of Boats.co.uk
Setag are probably the only company who can carry out all the tasks as a ‘one stop shop’. Other yards were reluctant to price work and needed to subcontract many tasks meaning higher costs and longer lead times. If you are in any doubt speak to Chris and his team, they know boats like no one else.
Delighted SETAG customer - Princess 460 Owner
We have been waiting for this quality of service: a comprehensive, professional refit that we can rely on – because of the pedigree of its staff, with over 200 years' experience in our market.
Christopher Head – Group Sales Director for Sunseeker London Group
You have put Princess magic into our beloved Broom.
Delighted SETAG customer - Broom 370 owner
Never have I come across a more able collection of professionals in this market. We have complete trust in Setag, since its team has been in the business for as long as we can remember. We're very excited to welcome this specialist refit company into our portfolio.
Colin Capewell - Managing Director of Princess Motor Yacht Sales

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