Although hydroplanes have recently only been built as wild racing boats, the magnificent 8.3-meter Alpha-Centauri aims to alter that by becoming the first luxury hydroplane to target the leisure market. How excited are you right now!? You really should be!

The prototype displayed in the image below is powered by a massive 9.4-liter large block Chevy, which is capable of generating between 550 horsepower and 2,000 hp, but it really produces 750 hp and more than 1,000 Nm of torque, which is more than enough for most of us. In addition to the powerful engine, there is a Scott twin-stage sprint jet that, along with the latter, can reach speeds of up to 60 knots and provide thrilling acceleration.

To prevent shattering at such dizzying velocities, the astonishing Alpha-Centauri’s frightening hull is built of a revolutionary cellular sandwich composite with a stainless steel space frame. An unusually low drag coefficient also likely helps.

This vehicle’s worth is undeniable thanks to its four bucket seats, state-of-the-art Raymarine navigation system, digital dashboard, and Rockford Fosgate sound system. Buying the production vessel with the 550-horsepower variant will cost you £120,000 plus VAT. As the adage goes, “you get what you pay for.”information.