Riva Model Aquarama Special 125cm (Ivory)

Riva Aquarama Special – 1:7 Scale Limited Edition (Ivory, 100 Pieces)

A truly exceptional collector’s piece, this official Riva Aquarama Special measures an impressive 1.25 metres in length and is crafted at 1:7 scale. Faithfully replicating the legendary original, it is entirely handmade from the finest materials, including genuine wood and authentic marine-grade upholstery.

All fittings are precision-crafted from chrome-plated brass by master jewellers, while ten coats of varnish create a deep, lustrous finish worthy of the Riva name. This limited edition is presented in elegant ivory upholstery, with turquoise blue and white upholstery also available.

Each model is delivered in a custom-built, fully padded wooden case for perfectly secure transport. A numbered certificate of authenticity and one-year warranty are included. A polished chrome plate, engraved with the model’s unique serial number, is affixed to the base. Only 100 pieces are available worldwide.

History of the Riva Aquarama Special

Often described as the “Rolls-Royce of the sea” or the “Stradivarius of boating”, the Riva Aquarama Special is an icon of Mediterranean elegance and one of the most celebrated yachts in maritime history. Between 1962 and 1996, only 720 Aquarama units – in all their Super and Special variants – were ever built.

The Aquarama story began in the summer of 1962, when Carlo Riva and designer Giorgio Barilani transformed a Riva Tritone into a new, more refined craft. The first prototype, named LIPICAR I after Carlo Riva’s three daughters, debuted in Monaco and impressed during its sea trials, piloted by Giovanni Agnelli, head of FIAT. Its name, Aquarama, referenced both the sweeping panoramic views from its chrome-framed windscreen and the era’s fascination with giant cinema screens.

From 1962 to 1971, 288 Aquarama units were built, powered by V8 engines reaching speeds of up to 40 knots. This was followed by the Super Aquarama (1963–1971), with more powerful engines, and finally the Aquarama Special from 1972 to 1995, featuring its distinctive transom and reaching 8.75 metres in length with twin 350 hp engines. The Aquarama Special remains the longest, most powerful, and most iconic of all Riva creations – a masterpiece of performance, craftsmanship, and style.

Wonders of Luxury offers worldwide shipping and personal assistance with any request, ensuring your Riva Aquarama Special model is delivered with the same care and prestige worthy of its legendary heritage.