The unacceptable face of capitalism

I think we need to know the performance benefits of gold plating your anchor.

And, obviously, which is the best type of anchor to gold plate.
 
It's a very classy hull shape which I like and the interior styling is quite cool as well, not OTT. Sure, the gold plating is colossally ostentatious but the yacht doesn't look gaudy to me.
 
I suppose that's a rare case where underwater lighting is vital...otherwise the security men won't see the scuba-pirates with their chisels. :rolleyes:
 
We should applaud this sort of extravagance.

It says the thing was built in the UK.

I am sure any builder would be happy to take on this sort of project at 15% GM.

Perhaps this is the future for Northshore?
 
The phrase 'the unacceptable face of capitalism' was apparently coined by ex Prime Minister Ted Heath.

Clever OP to use the sailing PMs phrase agin an ostentatious mobo !
 
Assuming that the boat really is worth $4.8 billion, then it represents about 25% of the Kuok family net worth. What percentage of your net worth does your yacht represent?

(And what percentage of your net income goes into your yacht?)
 
The thing is, I bet I love my boat more than he loves his...even if she is worth half a tap...
 
April 1 has gone for this year!

Think you will find the story is a fake. Well publicised in 2011 and posted here before.

Google the yacht name or supposed builder for all the gory details.
 
But it has brought into the English language a new measure of a yachts ostentation: The Tap..

"I'll give yer half a gold tap fer it and a couple of dirty scrubbers, I mean shiny washers..."
 
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