# Luxury Ocean Racecars The BAC Mono Marine Edition is Specifically Designed for Driving on Yachts By Charlotte Joyce Kidd | Published 2015-09-25 | Updated 2015-09-29 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bac-mono References: [luxurylaunches](http://luxurylaunches.com/transport/the-bac-mono-marine-edition-because-every-superyacht-needs-a-supercar.php) & [autoblog](http://www.autoblog.com/2015/09/22/bac-mono-marine-edition-official/) The BAC Mono is a [single-seat street-legal race car](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/honda-ra272) with a top speed of 170 mph. It can go from 0 to 62 in 2.8 seconds. Now, the BAC Mono has become an even more [niche luxury vehicle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2027-bentley-continental-gt-supersports) with a BAC Mono Marine Edition specifically designed for racing on the decks of ocean-bound yachts. The BAC Mono Marine Edition is coated in an anti-corrosive material to protect against salt damage from sea air. It features lifting points and comes with its own [carbon fiber davit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mclaren-monocell-edition) so it can be easily hoisted onto a ship's deck. A climate-controlled container allows the BAC Mono to be safely stored while at sea. The standard BAC Mono costs $200,000, but the made-to-order marine edition is priced at $800,000. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 54% | Activity: 40% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Luxury Ocean-bound Vehicles:** Designing luxury vehicles specifically tailored for yachts presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the automotive industry. - **Anti-corrosion Technologies:** Advancements in anti-corrosive materials can revolutionize various industries, including automotive and maritime, by providing enhanced protection against salt damage. - **Climate-controlled Storage Solutions:** Developing innovative climate-controlled containers for the safe storage of vehicles at sea opens up new possibilities for disruptive solutions in logistics and transportation. ### Where This Applies - **Automotive:** The automotive industry can explore opportunities in designing specialized vehicles for specific environments like yachts, creating a niche market segment. - **Maritime:** The maritime industry can benefit from advancements in anti-corrosion technologies that provide improved protection and durability in saltwater environments. - **Logistics and Transportation:** Developing climate-controlled storage solutions for vehicles at sea can revolutionize logistics and transportation industries by ensuring the safe and secure transportation of valuable assets. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ultra-Sleek Electric Race Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monaco-race-car.md) - [Ultra-Luxe Jet Skis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/supermarine-mm01.md) - [Ultra-Luxurious Custom-Built Yachts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/custombuilt-yacht.md) - [Riproaring Luxury Yachts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/opulent-luxury-yachts.md) - [Sports Car-Inspired Luxury Superyachts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gran-turismo-mediterranea.md) - [Luxury Collaboration Hydrofoil Boats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/candela-c8-polestar-edition-boat.md) - [Hyper-Luxury Submersible Superyachts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/migaloo-m5-superyacht.md) - [Customizable Luxurious Superboats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gt-superboat.md) - [Luxe Electric Hydrofoil Yachts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-icon.md)