Signature releases Special Edition 25th Anniversary Models.
13/06/2009
To commemorate the 25th anniversary, The Haines Group has released the first of a limited edition range of Signature anniversary models.
Since starting out in the 1960’s, The Haines family of Brisbane have taken ‘messing about with boats’ to a whole new echelon – creating an enviable empire, which in its 50th year, is showing no signs of slowing down.
In 1984 the Signature brand was born as John Haines Snr (AM) unveiled the first of his Signature series boats. Signature became the biggest selling and most awarded fibreglass brand that decade. Signature established itself as the premiere fibreglass boat brand in the marketplace and The Haines Group went from strength to strength.
To commemorate the 25th anniversary, The Haines Group has released the first of a limited edition range of Signature anniversary models. There are eight special edition models 580BR, 600BR, 535BR, 600C, 675F, 602F, 580F & 543F. The Haines Group will only make five of each making them among the most exclusive boats on the water.
The first of the special editions to roll off the production line is the award winning 580BR SE. Considered an ultimate water sports toy, the 580BR has always been sleek, stylish and packed with innovative features. The anniversary edition is available in a striking black two tone hull with silver pin striping which perfectly complements the carbon fibre upholstery accents, dash, carpet and trimmings.
Each of the 5 models in the series will carry a unique anniversary decal ‘1 of 5’ ‘2 of 5’ as appropriate signed by John Haines (AM).
Also included in the anniversary edition are the new high back sports seats and an Alpine IPOD marine sound system. The boat motor trailer package includes a Suzuki V6 4-stroke outboard (up rated to 200hp for the special editions only) and Dunbier trailer with matching black alloy wheels and guards.
The 580BR has been cleverly designed for watersports enthusiasts with stainless steel ski pole, rear swim platform, ladder and a transom door which allows easy access in and out of the boat. The removable picnic table which can be positioned in the cockpit or the bow area is perfect for lunch or just relaxing in the sun with a few drinks.
The 580BR is supported by the generation seven Signature Variable Deadrise Hull™ which offers outstanding performance and handling for skiing and watersports activities and provides a smooth dry ride for passengers.
The 580BR was awarded "Day Boat of the Year 2006” - Australian Marine Industries Federation (AMIF), “Sport/ski boat category 2006” at the Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat show and “Family Boat of the Year 2007” – Modern Boating
In the words of John Haines AM “When I built my first fibreglass boat 50 years ago, I made a conscious decision to make it high quality, strong and one that would provide Australian families with safe, comfortable boating. Today, under the future-thinking, professional guidance of our sons Greg and John Junior, we continue the tradition of building Australia’s most awarded, premium trailer boat collection.
Like our family, this collection is everything that is Australian in boating. If you love fishing, sporting around or cruising about, this series of boats will really impress you. Every Signature is built on a sea of knowledge, our own experiences and those of other Aussie boaties. At the end of the boating day, it’s all about quality, and that is why we proudly put our signature to each and every one! We are confident your family will enjoy it as much as we do. “