The main salon (looking to port) will comfortably seat eight at the table (with extension) on luxurious leather upholstery. Here we see the two freezers under the seats fore and aft of the table. To the left (forward of the table) is the open galley counter top, showing the washer/dryer beneath.
ers, propane stove, washer/dryer, microwave/convection oven and dishwasher. The main salon will comfortably seat eight at the table (with extension) on luxurious leather upholstery. The forward cabin with two single berths has a head/shower combination. The aft cabin has an offset queensize berth and separate head/shower. The interior is finished with African mahogany. All cabins have single heat and airconditioning units allowing each person to customize the temperature. While at anchor, strategically placed hatches can be opened to create airflow throughout the interior of the boat. The navigation station offers a desk with chart storage and ample space for navigation and communication systems. We have a 220-volt and 110-volt system, allowing us to use appliances of all types. The main power to the boat is 50 amp, 220 volts, and the 110-volt system is provided via a Xantrex 1000-watt inverter. We need to be aware of the hertz requirements on certain appliances. The lack of a steering pedestal increases our space in the center cockpit. We can comfortably seat six to eight and have a foldaway table. The cockpit has an ergonomic design incorporating a sloped back with lumbar support. Storage Most owners of Amels keep some sort of log for stored pos-
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sessions. It is very easy to lose track of where items are stored. Because the engine and generator are in a watertight compartment below the cockpit deck, all of the interior floor panels lift to provide dry storage. In addition, multiple cabinets are located throughout. All bunks lift to provide storage for larger items. Not including closets, drawers, cubbies or shelves, we have over 575 cubic feet of storage space. This is approximately equivalent to an 8.5-foot wide by 8.5-foot deep by 8-foot high storage unit. With this amount of storage, See us at the St. Petersburg Boat Show, Dec. 5-8, Booth 132
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