For decades, car companies have dipped their toes into the world of amphibious vehicles, but a Brazilian company is making waves with what could be one of the most intriguing entries we’ve ever come across. Meet Seacar, the mastermind behind the Vehigh and Maestry, two creations that are not afraid to get their feet wet – quite literally – as they undergo aquatic testing. Unlike amphibian vehicles that operate both on land and water, Seacar’s models that are designed to accommodate two people, are in fact, actually speedboats cleverly disguised as cars.
What will immediately capture your
attention about Seacar’s thirteen-foot water vessels (about four meters long)
is that they look a lot like the Aston Martin Vantage, and that’s certainly not
a bad thing. In contrast to the amphibious vehicles we’ve encountered over the
years and which often appear unconventional because they need to function on
both land and water, Seacar’s models do not suffer from the typical identity
crisis.
It’s not just the general shape that’s
reminiscent of the Vantage; the Vehigh and Maestry also feature characteristic
Aston Martin front grille openings and share very similar proportions. Both are
droptops with a structural beam running between the heads of the driver and
passenger, presumably for some added structural integrity. The Aston Martin
influence carries through to the rear, and the wheel covers give the impression
that these two speedboats are equipped with stylish road-worthy alloy wheels. While
detailed technical specifications about the two models are limited, and there’s
no mention of the powertrain, the company claims that they can reach speeds of
up to 96 km/h on the water and certainly look fun.
The interior design of both models has
clearly drawn inspiration from automotive design trends. Notably, there’s a
Tesla-inspired yoke steering wheel positioned in front of the driver,
accompanied by a compact digital instrument cluster. Additionally, the interior
features a car-like transmission tunnel and a center console equipped with two
generously-sized cup holders. The Seacar Vehigh and Maestry are both available
for order, with prices starting at 380,000 BRL, approximately equivalent to US$ 79,000 at current exchange rates. The company also offers rental options, with
prices ranging from 500 BRL per person (US$ 102) for 25 minutes to 5,000 BRL
(US$ 1,020) for two people for a five-hour rental.