Calex, a 219-foot-long yacht owned by a billionaire businessman who made his fortune with cars, stands out in its class and showcases the Benetti brand’s brilliance with a charming vibe. Delivered to mogul David Wilson of the famous Wilson Automotive car dealership in 2022, this boat accommodates 14 guests in 7 staterooms, but it is the owner’s deck that truly deserves attention. The shipyard’s style department lends the 160 square meters master suite an opulence of its own on the upper deck. In addition to this luxurious space, the amenities include a double bathroom, a private office, and a walk-in wardrobe with lovely private outdoor seating for cozy conversations under the stars.
The owners of this beautiful $90 million motoryacht enjoy a 180-degree view, accessed via two curved automatic sliding doors, and their private lounge and fireplace are hidden from view from the upper decks, thanks to the meticulously planned design. The foredeck also serves as a touch-and-go helipad. The main deck is packed with all the action, featuring precious marble and fine wood details that lend an eternal charm to the deck. Located here is the formal dining table along with a lounge area in the open with comfortable armchairs and a side of tranquility.
The main deck also houses the two VIP guest cabins in neutral hues like white, beige, and brown, with lavish en suites in marble and sparkling hardware. The remaining guest cabins are placed on the lower deck. The incredible beach club makes for a welcoming space with comfortable seating, wood flooring, throw pillows for a laid-back atmosphere along a smorgasbord of water sports toys.
Fitness enthusiasts will find a gym and a Jacuzzi pool on the sun deck, perfect for soaking in Vitamin D while maintaining a healthy regime. It is undoubtedly one of the most picturesque spots on the Calex motoryacht. The pleasure craft features a splendid spa and well-equipped salon with facilities like Aromatherapy massage, reflexology, manicures and pedicures, and more. It doesn’t take much to look like a million bucks aboard a multi-million-dollar craft.
Calex yacht was built in Italy and boasts exteriors by Cassetta Yacht Designers. The 219-foot five-decker navigates at a speed of 12 knots. The luxury vessel is available for charter for $740,000 a week. Calex superyacht costs billionaire Wilson between $9-$10 million annually in upkeep.
David Wilson who runs a auto dealer network owns the Calex Yacht-
The eldest of five children, David Wilson was born to a former rodeo cowboy father and a hardworking mother, Elaine Wilson. From a lower middle-class background, he rose to become the chairman and CEO of Wilson Automotive, one of the country’s largest privately held auto dealerships. A graduate of the University of Northern Iowa, David has been involved in the automobile industry for over 40 years. His journey began in his senior year when he started selling cars at a local dealership to support his education.
He then worked as vice president/general manager of Covey Lincoln Mercury in Phoenix, Arizona, before joining Toyota of Orange in 1982. In 1985, he became a businessman and is now the owner and CEO of seventeen automobile dealerships, employing more than 2000 people with over $2 billion in annual sales.
