Ashley Yachts

10/27/2026

It's safe to say that this listing has seen more press coverage than most!
Read Garden & Gun Magazine's latest article about "Van Go" here: https://gardenandgun.com/teddy-turner-vw-bus-boat?utm_medium=socialmedia&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=october2026_facebook&utm_content=mainfeed&fbclid=IwY2xjawVNutdleHRuA2FlbQIxMABwZG9mBWJyaWQRMVdTbEJNQk1kOEFPM3FFT1ZzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEe_23Q7VI5RI6EXVy_85l_py-B7NYcoYUizLLUVdgnRzbalhpdSW4H3rHZXn8_aem__y75j3tSwHgSamfJKsAmCA

And view the full listing here: https://ashleyyachts.com/yacht-details/?id=85288&title=23-ft-custom-2024-whitacre-yacht-design-vw-bus-tritoon-charleston-south-carolina-united-states-yacht-for-sale&vessel=2851233

Teddy Turner Jr. thought he made it clear to boat builder John Lombardi that he was not in the market for a floating van. “I told him I’d help him finish it, but I did not want it,” Turner says. A few months later, his cell phone rang. “Your boat is ready,” Lombardi said.⁠
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Now Turner is the owner of the “Van Go,” a one-of-a-kind watercraft complete with paisley curtains, a surfboard rack, and a 200 hp Suzuki. “It looks like a flying boat from World War II,” Turner says.⁠
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Read more about the vantastic vessel here: https://gardenandgun.com/teddy-turner-vw-bus-boat?utm_medium=socialmedia&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=october2026_facebook&utm_content=mainfeed
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Story: David DiBenedetto⁠
Photos: Teddy Turner Jr.

10/18/2026

4th and final day here at the Annapolis Boat Shows! It’s been another fantastic show, and there’s nothing we love more than sharing some incredible new boats with you. Stick around until the end to see Joel’s sweet last day dance moves… 🕺 ⛵️

10/17/2026

Day III is here! Come see us at J/Boats and Excess Catamarans!
On display:
J/Boats: J/7, J/9, J/40, J/45
Excess: Excess 11, Excess 13, Excess 14

10/12/2026

While we’ve seen our fair share of unique boats, but this custom VW Tritoon is likely to remain unrivaled! Check out last weekend's article about her via the link below.

Utilizing an original VW Bus, she was carefully designed and constructed atop three aluminum amas. The fun doesn't end there- the design includes working "headlights" and "taillights", while the originial steering wheel serves as the helm.

This is truly a once-in-a-lifetime boat! Learn more at https://tinyurl.com/VWTritoon

The Post and Courier article: https://www.postandcourier.com/charleston_sc/vw-boat-teddy-turner-jr-charleston-harbor/article_c04235b4-5ba5-4bbb-b2a8-fde881607d8d.html

09/27/2026

Scenes from yesterday, Day I of Charleston Ocean Racing Association’s 2026 Alice Cup sponsored by Ashley Yachts. Everyone’s off the line and headed back towards Charleston Harbor. Good luck today, here’s hoping for some breeze!

09/24/2026

3 MORE WEEKS!
If you haven't already made your arrangements to visit Excess Catamarans at the Annapolis Boat Show, it isn't too late!
Book that plane ticket now & register for VIP access with us at https://www.excess-catamarans.com/our-events/annapolis-boat-show-2026

09/23/2026

Fan-favorite Alice Cup, a 2-part race to Sea Island Yacht Club and back the next day, is upon us! This weekend marks the 2026 installment of one of our very favorite local offshore races.

The Skipper’s Meeting will take place Friday in the Charleston Yacht Club Flag Room at 6 pm. Join us for a briefing from CORA’s Rear Commodore and detailed forecasting from Shea Gibson - Meteorologist!

We can’t wait to see you on the start line & at SIYC for the party Saturday evening!

09/18/2026

A big congratulations to our friend and fellow J/7 sailor, Alison Brainard Hall, on embarking on an exciting new adventure with her J/7, “Superstar”!

Commissioned and launched just before Labor Day, Ali sailed “Superstar” to victory in her very first regatta just one week later, sharing the podium with fellow J/7 “Wings of the Wind.”

Ali and Superstar are a welcome addition to J/7 Fleet 1 here in Charleston, and we can’t wait to see what the future holds for this exciting new program!

Up next: the Charleston Ocean Racing Association Double Handed Race tomorrow.

Good luck, Superstar — sail fast! ⛵️🏆

09/18/2026

If you're fortunate enough to be in beautiful New England this weekend for the Newport Boat Show, be sure to stop by J/Boats on Dock N-0 to see their latest and greatest! A great lineup including the J/7, J/9, J/36, and J/40 are on display at the show, with a J/7, J/9, J/99, and J/40 available for demo sail appointments through the weekend. Send us a message if you're in town and wish to hop onboard at the show or schedule a test sail!

08/29/2026

19 boats braved rainy, moody conditions to start yesterday’s inaugural Full Moon Regatta!

Congrats to those who stuck it out- the moon made an appearance or two between clouds. We can’t wait for tonight’s party- see you at 6 for drinks, food, music, and fun under the night sky 🌌 🌕 ⭐️ 🍹 ⛵️