Riva Ariston was considered by Carlo Riva as the most elegant runabout. This model is the only one that was built during the entire Engineer’s management of the Shipyard. 1012 units were produced. This hull was built in 1965 and it is characterized by the Honduras mahogany dashboard, Riva VDO instruments arranged horizontally with under them all the switches and the lateral air exhaust with a more squared design like Aquarama ones. Initially delivered to a Swiss owner, the boat was then cleared through customs to be sold in the European Community and finally in Italy. Actually this runabout is under italian flag and it is in good general condition thanks to a total restoration documented with photos on request. The Chris-Craft Engine model 283 (185 HP) has 830 navigation hours. The works to be carried out are:
- assembling bimini
- replacing new capote
- replacing upholstery (both in the cockpit and subbed cushions)
More info available on request.

The Riva Ariston is considered by Carlo Riva the most elegant boat and is the only model that was built during his entire management of the Shipyard. 1012 units were produced. This specimen was built in 1965 and features the Honduras mahogany dashboard, horizontal Riva VDO instruments with switches underneath and lateral air exhausts with a squarer design similar to those of the Aquarama. Initially delivered to a Swiss owner, the boat was subsequently cleared through customs to be sold in the European Community and finally in Italy. Currently, it flies the Italian flag and is in good general condition thanks to a complete restoration documented with photos available upon request. The Chris-Craft engine model 283 (185 HP) currently has 830 navigation hours.
The works to be carried out are as follows:
- assembling bimini
- replacing new capote
- reupholstering seats and sunbathing cushions
Further information available upon request.