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Formula 353 FAS3TECH—The Latest in Top Performance

March 25, 2015

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DECATUR, IN—Formula’s 353 FAS3TECH is the latest high performance John Adams design to utilize the now famous FAS3TECH multi-plane hull. FAS3TECH hull is proven to increase speed 4 to 7 mph over a conventional deep-V hull with identical weight and power. Measuring an impressive 35 feet, 3 inches, the 353 delivers thrilling performance on the water. The 353 joins four other FAS3TECH models in the Formula lineup, ranging from 29 to 38 feet in length.

The striking silhouette of the 353 FAS3TECH is enhanced by the tinted, tempered, curved glass windshield and integrated platform with concealed swim ladder. Further distinguishing the 353’s profile are the sleek fiberglass vent covers which present a unique flowing curve. Standard Imron® graphics or optional Gold and Platinum Imron® options, are available in Formula’s trendsetting designer color combinations for the most personal expression of style.

The helm command features Livorsi® Monstor and Redline backlit instrumentation with domed polished chrome bezels. Livorsi® chromed shifter and throttle controls with the trim-in-the-handle feature, tilt steering wheel and safety ignition stop switches with tethers. McLeod electric-assisted stand-up bolsters and electric assist footrests allow for ideal driving and riding positions for the driver and passenger. Offshore compass, E-T-A® circuit breakers, digital depth sounder, and trim switches, plus a convenient stereo volume controller are standard features that add to the driver’s command of all systems. An auxiliary 12V outlet in the dash compartment keep cellular phones and other portable equipment fully charged and within easy reach. A built-in trash receptacle is handy for keeping the cockpit free of clutter. The aft lounge seating for four features integrated step-pad/cupholders, and the aft portion of the sunpad lifts to reveal fiberglass-lined storage with transom shower.

Through the curved plexiglass sliding/locking cabin door, indirect cabin lighting and four cabin venting hatches provide a comfortable retreat. Wraparound UltraLeather HP™ lounge seating with cocktail table is ideal for relaxing, and converts to a double berth with the addition of filler cushions. The bow double berth is comfortably upholstered and features a forward mirror and coordinating decor pillows. In the enclosed head compartment, a portable head unit is standard, along with a handy storage tray. The entertainment center offers a polished stainless sink and refrigerator as standard. The Kenwood® AM/FM/CD stereo with high power output, 10 disc CD changer and an iPod docking station stream through two 160W 4″x10″ 2-way speakers. A six-month subscription to Sirius™ Satellite digital broadcast keeps every listener content. The 353 is equipped with shorepower for welcome convenience at the dock.

Raising the aft sunpad with the helm switch reveals the 353’s fully equipped engine room. The impressive list of standard equipment includes courtesy lighting, fume detector, automatic fire extinguisher, two marine batteries with battery retainers, automatic bilge pump and bilge high water alarm. Mercury Racing K-planes, external stainless steel tie bar and CORSA’s™ polished stainless exhaust system with silencer tips completes the elite equipment package.

Head-turning offshore styling with Formula’s all-out performance—this is the Formula 353 FAS3TECH.

Exterior

• FAS3TECH® hull
• Foam-filled continuous molded structural grid
• Chemically bonded & thru-bolted deck-to-hull joint
• Heavy-duty PVC gunwale w/stainless steel insert
• Concealed fiberglass anchor locker
• Stainless steel hardware & 316L stainless steel welded rails
• Stainless steel fuel fill w/integral vent
• Four Bomar® cabin venting hatches w/screens
• Tinted, tempered curved-glass windshield
• Concealed air horn
• Clarion® waterproof transom-mounted stereo remote control
• 120V shorepower w/fail-safe galvanic isolator & 30-amp cord
• Integrated swim platform w/concealed stainless steel swim ladder

Cockpit

• Continuous molded deck & cockpit liner
• Dash panels w/black, blue or red carbon-fiber finish
• Livorsi® Monster & Redline backlit instrumentation w/polished chrome bezels
• Ritchie® 5" offshore compass
• Digital depth sounder
• Livorsi chromed shifters/throttles w/in-handle outdrive trim switch
• Fingertip K-Plane™ & outdrive trim override switches
• Safety ignition stop switches w/tethers
• Livorsi outdrive trim & K-plane indicators
• Tilt steering wheel w/silver, red or blue accent inserts
• Latham® external hydraulic steering
• Dash locker w/vanity mirror
• Auxiliary 12V outlet
• Illuminated waterproof accessory rocker switches w/E-T-A® circuit breakers
• Clarion waterproof dash-mounted multi-feature stereo remote control
• iPod™/MP3 port
• Four 150W 6 1/2" marine-grade speakers w/polished stainless steel grilles & separate tweeters, 600W amplification & 200W cockpit subwoofer
• Built-in trash receptacle
• Polished stainless steel drink holders
• Blue/white LED courtesy lighting
• Integral 316L stainless steel safety rails
• Weather-resistant cockpit seating featuring PreFixx® coating, Tenera® element-resistant thread, DriFast® foam & StarLite® XL synthetic marine panel construction
• McLeod® electric-assist offshore-style bolsters
• McLeod electric-assist footrests
• Aft lounge seating for four w/storage beneath
• Trunk with shorepower hookup, cord storage & transom shower
• Side coaming storage
• Fire extinguisher
• Battery parallel emergency switch
• Battery disconnect switches for starting & auxiliary batteries
• Custom cockpit carpet w/sculptured FAS3TECH logo
• Cockpit cover in color-coordinated non-fading Sunbrella acrylic fabric w/SeaMark vinyl undercoating

Cabin

• Sliding/locking cabin door
• Ultraleather™ double bow berth
• Décor pillows
• Ultraleather wrap-around lounge seating/double berth w/filler cushions
• Removable Corian® cocktail table
• Clarion® AM/FM/CD stereo w/high power output, changer control, & iPod docking station
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• Entertainment center w/polished stainless steel sink, Corian countertop & demand water system
• 120V & 12V electrical panel
• 120V/12V refrigerator
• Private head compartment.
• Carbon monoxide detector

Engine room

* Twin Mercury Racing 520's with XR drives.

• Motorized hatch lift
• Storage area for optional Bimini top
• Courtesy lighting
• Fume detector
• Automatic fire extinguisher
• Thru-bolted race-style engine mounts
• Two marine batteries w/battery retainers
• 50-amp battery charger
• Active & passive galvanic corrosion protection systems
• Bilge blowers
• Automatic bilge pump
• Bilge high water alarm
• Mercury Racing K-Planes
• Forward mounted trim & tab pumps
• External stainless steel tie bar
• Stainless steel lab-finished 5-blade props (Merc)
• CORSA's polished stainless steel exhaust system w/silencer tips