Frauscher 1212 Ghost Video Review: A James Bond Boat in Miami
By the YachtWay editorial deskUpdated October 2026Video walkthrough7 min read
The Frauscher 1212 Ghost is a 39 ft dayboat that looks like a design statement before it leaves the dock. We walked and drove one in Miami. She has a swim platform lounge with two sunbeds, a social cockpit with tables that drop down, a helm with analog gauges and a joystick, and a cabin with a seating area that becomes a bed and a head with a shower.
A dayboat with a supercar feel
The 1212 Ghost reminds you of a classic sports car, from its sharp lines to the chrome-ringed analog gauges at the helm. Frauscher builds each boat to order, so the interior and equipment can be set up the way you want. The centre of gravity is very low, so you sit close to the water and the boat feels solid and precise in every turn. No wonder it suits a James Bond film.
What stood out on board
- Handling like a supercarFull throttle and full lock at around 39 knots (45 mph), and it tracks wherever you point it.
- Analog gaugesChrome-ringed dials in place of screens, a nod to the brand's heritage.
- A social cockpitTables on both sides drop down, and one becomes a large sunbed with a cushion.
- Seats that rotateThe helm seats turn to face aft at anchor.
- Range for island hopsAbout 350 nm at a 35 knot cruise, quoted by the builder.
- A cabin with a headA seating area that becomes a bed, a fridge and a wet head with a shower.
Spec sheet at a glance
| Feature | What you get | The benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Length overall | 39 ft 4 in (11.98 m) | A big dayboat that still feels nimble |
| Beam | 11 ft 6 in (3.5 m) | Room for a social cockpit |
| Draft | 3 ft 9 in (1.15 m) | Fine for the Bahamas |
| Dry weight | 8 t (17,637 lb) | Light and quick |
| Fuel | 225 gal (850 L) | About 10 hours of cruising |
| Speeds | 50 kn top, 35 kn cruise (builder figures) | About 350 nm of range |
| Our test run | About 39 kn (45 mph) at full throttle in a turn | About 2 gallons per mile |
| Helm | Analog gauges, Simrad screen, joystick with Skyhook | Easy docking |
| Cockpit | Two drop-down tables, sink, fridge | Becomes a large sunbed |
| Cabin | Seating that becomes a bed, wet head | A place to change or nap |
| Customisation | Built to order | Add a cooktop, microwave or ice maker |
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Swim platform and aft deck
Steps built into the swim platform make it easy to climb back aboard. Two sunbeds sit aft with a walkway between them.
- Storage.An oversized locker under the sunbed.
- Cubby.A spot for snorkel masks and small gear.
- Shower.A handheld shower for rinsing off.
- Shore power.A 50 amp connection to starboard.
- Cleats.Retractable, so they disappear when pushed down.
Social cockpit
The cockpit has tables on both sides that lower to coffee table height. On the starboard side, the table drops with a cushion to make a large sunbed.
- Cup holders.On both sides of the sunbeds.
- Trash.A cubby under the step, so nothing flies off.
- Storage.For small items and cups.
Helm
The helm seats rotate to face aft at anchor. Ahead of them there are chrome-ringed analog gauges and a Simrad screen.
- Controls.Chain counter, cockpit and underwater lights and winches.
- Joystick.With Skyhook, for easy docking.
- Storage.For a phone and wallet at speed.
- Guest side.A grab handle, a sink and a fridge.
Test run in Miami
We took the 1212 Ghost out in Miami in a light chop. It picked up speed immediately and tracked wherever we pointed it.
- Acceleration.To 40 mph (35 knots) in moments.
- Turns.Full throttle and full lock at around 39 knots (45 mph).
- Fuel.About 2 gallons per mile above 35 knots.
- Ride.Low and solid, it cuts through the chop.
Cabin
The cabin hatch hides into the floor. Inside there are suede-like panels, LED strips and a teak floor.
- Fridge.On the port side, with cup storage.
- Seating.A table that lowers to make a bed.
- Audio.Speakers under the table.
- Options.A cooktop, microwave or ice maker can be added.
Head
Forward of the cabin there is a wet head with a full-height shower, a toilet and a sink under an oversized mirror.
- Shower.Room to stand and rinse off.
- Storage.A big bin for shower gear.
- Mirror.Large, so the room feels bigger.
The Frauscher 1212 Ghost is as much about how it drives as how it looks. It sits low, tracks precisely and grips through hard turns, and it keeps fuel use sensible for a fast boat. The cockpit is social and flexible, the analog helm is a pleasure, and the cabin covers a day out. If you want a dayboat with the feel of a European sports car, the 1212 Ghost is worth a drive.
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