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1940 Gar Wood 19ft Custom Runabout
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1940 Gar Wood 19ft Custom Runabout
$98,500.001940 Gar Wood 19ft Custom Runabout.
Gar Wood Boats’ success was directly tied to owner Garfield Wood’s dominance in winning almost every race he ever entered. His hands-on designs and special engine configurations were considered the leading technology of the era. Gar Wood’s are among the most sought-after and valuable boats on today’s classic wooden boat market.
This 1940 Gar Wood Custom Runabout is powered by a Chris Craft 283 V8 with 185 hp. The engine has 234.3 fresh water only hours on it. In 2015 the boat received a brand-new Sierra Boat Co. membrane bottom. The membrane bottom performs and appears like a traditional bottom but requires no soaking. The deck, hull sides and transom varnish are in excellent condition. The upholstery has been meticulously maintained and is original in styling. The boat is protected by a custom full waterline cover.
This Gar Wood has been stored and service by Sierra Boat Co. with all the records for many years!
For more information about the bottom replacement, please click on this link that takes you to an article and pictures of how the bottom replacement was done. https://sierraboat.com/blog/2016/03/02/roki-ii-1940-19-garwood-bottom-restoration/
https://www.garwood.com/index.php/gar-wood-history/
- ID: ROKI II
- Year: 1940
- Builder: Gar Wood
- Model: Custom Runabout
- Length: 19’
- Engine: Chris Craft 283 V8, 185 hp
- Trailer: None
- Price: $98,500.00
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1942 Chris Craft 17ft Deluxe Runabout “Barrel Back”
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1942 Chris Craft 17ft Deluxe Runabout “Barrel Back”
$48,500.001942 Chris Craft 17ft Deluxe Runabout “Barrel Back”
From 1940 to 1942, Chris Craft only produced 425 17ft Chris Craft Deluxe Runabouts or better know as “Barrel Back” runabouts. The iconic “Barrel Back” name comes from the almost perfect semi-circle transom that looks from the rear like a floating barrel when it is in the water. Beautifully appointed, these mahogany-hulled runabouts were built to the highest standards and the graceful lines made them popular with generations of collectors and wooden boat enthusiasts.
This 1942 Chris Craft 17ft Deluxe Runabout was found in LA where it was used on fresh water lakes in that area. The original restoration was completed in 2001 and later the boat received new coats of varnish and mirror work at Northwest Classic Boats in Grass Valley, CA.
This boat features a no-soak west system bottom for easy use. It is powered by an upgraded Chris Craft KL engine with 121 hp which helps it move along at Lake Tahoe’s high altitude. There is no engine hour meter, but the seller has stated that the engine has less than 200 hours on it. The boat has its original 6V electrical system.
This “Barrel Back” has been featured in magazines and books as well as been shown at Nationals, Wood & Glory, and Lake Tahoe’s Concours d’Elegance a number of times where it won third place in the “user” class. Always lovingly cared for by the seller in its custom built, insulated, ventilated, concrete floored boat barn.
The boat comes on a 1991 DHL tandem axle trailer with new tires and bearings. This “Barrel Back” at 17ft allows for easy storage and trailering.
- ID: LAHONTAN
- Year: 1942
- Builder: Chris Craft
- Model: Deluxe Runabout “Barrel Back”
- Length: 17ft
- Engine: Chris Craft KL, 121 hp
- Trailer: 1991 DHL Tandem Axle Trailer
- Price: $48,500.00
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1949 Chris Craft 20ft Custom – SOLD
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1949 Chris Craft 20ft Custom – SOLD
$68,000.001949 Chris Craft 20ft Custom.
The Chris Craft 20ft Custom Runabout was the successor to the pre-war 19ft Custom Runabout or Barrel Back. Only 369 hulls were built from 1946 to 1949. This is hull number 338, built in the final year. They were the first of the post war runabouts to feature the blond decking. Expensive and plush in their day, they featured genuine leather upholstery and a substantial 4 piece folding windshield.
This example has been restored to the highest standards. It features a 5200 bottom and fully skinned and glued decks and hull sides. It features the top engine option, the Chris Craft MBL at 158 hp. The boat has been fully rewired and has been converted to 12 volt. All details are correct. It has won numerous awards at shows in Oregon and Lake Tahoe. Restorations on this level do not come cheap, so here is an opportunity to buy a ready to go boat for a fraction of the cost of a restoration. It comes on a custom fitted Ryan Trailer.
https://www.chriscraft.com/our-story/timeline/
- ID: VIKI G
- Year: 1949
- Builder: Chris Craft
- Model: 20 Custom
- Length: 20ft
- Engine: Chris Craft MBL, 158 hp
- Trailer: Custom Ryan Tandem
- Price: $68,000.00
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1949 Chris Craft 20ft Custom – SOLD
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1949 Chris Craft 20ft Custom – SOLD
$45,000.001949 Chris Craft 20ft Custom.
The 20ft Custom Runabout is one of the best post war boats that Chris Craft built. They were very high quality and were a continuation of the pre-war 19ft Custom, AKA 19ft Barrel Back. These boats have become one of the most collectible boats on the market.
This 1949 Chris Craft 20ft was delivered in June of 1949 to a dealer in Duluth, Minnesota. Nearly 40 years later, the restorer Don Viehmeyer discovered her in Minnesota in 1986 in very poor condition and restored her in 2000. The current owners purchased “Clementine” in May of that year. Her name originated from the song “Oh My Darling Clementine” because she is, as the lyrics go, a “49’er”.
Clementine was a family boat and a daily user on Lake Tahoe. She is hull #362 of a series of 367 which makes her one of the last manufactured in the series. Clementine has been “Miss May” in a national calendar and has appeared in Classic Boating Magazine. The boat has earned first and second place awards at the Lake Tahoe Concours d’Elegance. The boat was last refreshed by the crew at Obexer’s Boat Company.
The boat comes on a custom Trailer Plus tandem axle trailer that was fully serviced in the spring of 2019 and is protected by a custom full waterline cover.
https://www.chriscraft.com/our-story/timeline/
- ID: CLEMENTINE
- Year: 1949
- Builder: Chris Craft
- Model: Custom Runabout
- Length: 20ft
- Engine: Chris Craft MBL, 158 hp
- Trailer: Custom Trailer Plus tandem axle
- Price: $45,000.00
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1952 Chris Craft 27ft Semi Enclosed Cruiser
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1952 Chris Craft 27ft Semi Enclosed Cruiser
$75,000.001952 Chris Craft 27ft Semi Enclosed Cruiser
Delivered to a Los Angeles auto dealer in 1952, this 27ft Chris Craft Semi Enclosed Cruiser was moored at Newport Harbor for roughly 40 years. Her primary purpose was to carry her multiple owners to and from Catalina Island.
Derelict and in need of a new purpose, she was purchased in 1992 and was completely restored to her original beauty, named Viking, and brought to Lake Tahoe. Her Tahoe debut was at the 1994 Concours where she won 2nd place and the Richard Clark Perpetual Award for Grace, Style and Excellence. She won a 2nd place again in 1995 at the Concours and a 3rd place at the 2003 Concours. In 2001, Viking was honored with the People’s Choice award at the ACBS Tahoe Keys Show and in 2005 was honored with the Kids Choice award.
The restoration in 1992 included an epoxy glass bottom and new, Chevrolet V-8 engines. This is a very attractive and practical day-use boat. It has plenty of seating for a large group, plus a sink, stove, and refrigerator. At only 27ft, it is small enough to be trailered but is ideally suited to Lake Tahoe and its rough waters.
https://www.chriscraft.com/our-story/timeline/
- ID: VIKING
- Year: 1952
- Builder: Chris Craft
- Model: Semi Enclosed Cruiser
- Length: 27ft
- Engine: Twin 350 Chevrolet, 300 hp ea.
- Trailer: V/M 27’ Tandem
- Price: $75,000.00
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1941 Chris Craft 19ft Custom Runabout “Barrel Back”
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1941 Chris Craft 19ft Custom Runabout “Barrel Back”
$75,000.001941 Chris Craft 19ft Custom Runabout.
The pre-war Chris Craft Custom Runabouts are the most iconic and collectible of all of the vintage runabouts. The 19’ version was built from 1939 to 1942. The vintage boat hobby refers to these boats as barrel backs. This is a hobby term and was never a factory name, the correct model name for the 19’ being a “custom”. In the first two years this model had a more pointed bow and fold down small windshields, often termed Bugatti windshields. For the model year 1941 and later, the hull received a more rounded bow and a four panel, folding windshield. Collectors have their preferences and the style is a matter of taste more than function. In the water they are essentially the same boat.
The boat featured here is an older restoration with little use. It was purchased by the current owner at the Tahoe Concours d’Elegance boat show and has primarily been used on Lake Tahoe. A key feature on this boat is a glued West System bottom which is the ultimate bottom for durability. This boat can be dry launched without soaking. It also features a later series M type engine from the late 50’s. The MCL engine makes 175 hp which is 45 hp more than the original 130 hp model M. This means that the boat will really perform, especially in Tahoe’s higher altitude. It also features a 12V electrical system.
This is not a Concours boat show winner due to the upgraded West System bottom and engine, but if you want a reliable boat you can really use, this is the one for you!
https://www.chriscraft.com/our-story/timeline/
- ID: MISS BEVERLY
- Year: 1941
- Builder: Chris Craft
- Model: Custom Runabout
- Length: 19ft
- Engine: Chris Craft MCL, 175 hp
- Trailer: 2008 Instigator Tandem
- Price: $75,000.00
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1951 Century 20ft Resorter
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1951 Century 20ft Resorter
$28,000.00This is a 1951 Century 20ft Resorter.
Century only made 384 20ft Resorters from 1950 to 1954. This Resorter, Carla Marie, is in excellent condition. It is powered by a newly rebuilt Chris Craft MBL engine with 158 hp. The varnish on the deck and hull sides are in very good condition. The bottom is a fiberglass bottom and is in very good condition. The interior has been well maintained and is in very good condition as well.
The boat comes with a custom waterline cover, spare prop, anchor, and custom 1999 trailer.
This Century Resorter was in a slip at Sierra Boat for the past two summers. It is turn key, ready to be enjoyed!
https://savyboat.com/history-century-boats/
- ID: CARLA MARIE
- Year: 1951
- Builder: Century
- Model: Resorter
- Length: 20ft
- Engine: Chris Craft MBL, 158 hp
- Trailer: Custom, 1999
- Price: $28,000.00
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1956 Chris Craft 18ft Continental – SOLD
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1956 Chris Craft 18ft Continental – SOLD
$25,000.001956 Chris Craft 18ft Continental.
Since the beginning, Christopher Smith crafted the boats that dreams are made of. Chris-Craft boats became the cultural icons that gave people a new freedom to explore the clear waters of local lakes and distant shores. More than any other brand, Chris Craft was responsible for America’s romance with boats – and ultimately, for redefining boating pleasure for generations of people everywhere.
This Chris Craft is in good condition. The deck and hull side varnish are in very good condition. The bottom is a cold molded epoxy bottom and is excellent condition. Bilge paint is in good condition. All hardware is present, and chrome is in good condition. Interior is not period correct but is custom and in very good condition. Flooring is not period correct as well but is custom and in good condition. All the restoration work was done at Classic Craft in Sacramento and Fine Line Trim and Upholstery in Rancho Cordova. The seller has put together a impressive binder of all the records of work done to this boat.
The boat is powered by a Chris Craft 283 that was converted into a 350 with 260 hp in 2010. The engine has 34 hours on it since the rebuild, runs really well and has been tested by Sierra Boat. The boat comes on a 2014 California Trailer Works trailer that is in excellent condition.
This Chris Craft Continental is ready for a new home!
https://www.chriscraft.com/our-story/timeline/
- ID: MISS ALMANOR
- Year: 1956
- Builder: Chris Craft
- Model: Continental
- Length: 18ft
- Engine: Chris Craft 350, 260 hp
- Trailer: 2014 California Trailer Works
- Price: $25,000.00
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Hey Mac . Congratulations.
I would like more info on Chris craft if you get a chance .Also are there any Chris Craft boat shows coming soon
Hi James,
Thanks for reaching out to us at Sierra Boat. What kind of Chris Craft info are you looking for, company history or specific boat model? You can reach me at mac@sierraboat.com.
Thank you,
Mac Scott