BENETEAU’S GRAN TURISMO LINE debuted several years ago and found a lucrative market. But as with all successful products, it was important to keep up with changing tastes and technology while capitalizing on a good concept. So when the builder started to revamp the line, I thought we’d see the same thing but with slightly different amenities and décor choices. Not so. As the GT 40 replaced the 38, so the Beneteau Gran Turismo 50 replaces the 49, and I’m pleased to report that the French builder started fresh, from the aerated hull all the way up to the flybridge. …

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