Riva Model Aquarama Special 125cm

Riva Aquarama Special – 1:7 Scale Limited Edition (150 Pieces)

A true collector’s masterpiece, this exclusive official Riva Aquarama Special measures an impressive 1.25 metres in length and is crafted at 1:7 scale. Faithful to the legendary original, it is entirely handmade from noble materials, including real wood and authentic marine-grade upholstery.

All fittings are custom-made from chrome-plated brass by master jewellers, while ten coats of varnish provide exceptional depth and mirror-like brilliance. This limited edition model is offered in turquoise blue with white upholstery, and also available in ivory upholstery.

Each piece is delivered in a custom-built, fully padded wooden case for secure transport. A numbered certificate of authenticity and warranty accompany every model. A polished chrome plate, engraved with its unique production number, is affixed to the base, marking its place in this strictly limited series of only 150 pieces 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.