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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
$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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1949 Chris Craft 22ft Sportsman – SOLD
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1949 Chris Craft 22ft Sportsman – SOLD
$45,000.001949 Chris Craft 22ft Sportsman
The 22ft Sportsman is one of Chris Craft’s most popular and practical post-war models with a total of 2,082 22ft Sportsman’s built between 1946 and 1954. These well known and collectible boats are affectionately referred to as U-22’s and were made famous as the boat used in the 1980’s movie ‘On Golden Pond’ with Henry & Jane Fonda.
This 1949 Chris Craft 22ft Sportsman is nicely restored and features a no-soak fiberglass bottom. The boat is powered by a Chevrolet 350 with 290 hp. The engine has 633 hours and has only been in fresh water.
Extras included with this boat are; custom waterline cover with deck pads, custom bimini top, 2 upholstered storage seats, and more. The boat comes on a 1999 Sport Boat Trailer with dual axles and surge brakes.
This 22ft Sportsman scored a second place in the Lake Tahoe Councours d’Elegance boat show with only the modern power engine keeping it from being a first-place boat.
https://www.chriscraft.com/our-story/timeline/
- ID: ELCHALO V
- Year: 1949
- Builder: Chris Craft
- Model: Sportsman
- Length: 22ft
- Engine: Chevrolet 350, 290 hp
- Trailer: 1999 Sport Boat Trailer, dual axle
- Price: $45,000.00
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1958 Chris Craft 19ft Capri – SOLD
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1958 Chris Craft 19ft Capri – SOLD
$35,000.001958 Chris Craft 19ft Capri.
From 1955 to 1958 Chris Craft produced 786 Capri’s. This 1958 Chris Craft Capri is hull number 750 making it one of the last 35 Capri’s ever built. Chris Craft offered three engine options at that time for the Capri; KBL, KLC and KFL. This boat was special ordered with a Ford Dearborn Interceptor engine for better performance. At some point the displacement was increase for more horsepower, perfect for Lake Tahoe’s higher altitude. The Ford Interceptor was rebuilt by Sierra Boat in 2016, has only been used in Lake Tahoe and has very low engine hours on it.
This 1958 Chris Craft 19ft Capri features a no soak bottom. The deck and hull sides varnish are in good condition. Everything is original besides the no soak bottom. Interior upholstery and flooring are in good condition. The boat is protected by a full custom cover that is in good condition as well.
The boat comes with a like new 2014 California Trailer Works tandem axle custom trailer that features a swing tongue.
This 1958 Chris Craft 19ft Capri is turn key and ideal for Tahoe!
https://www.chriscraft.com/our-story/timeline/
- ID: RED’S DREAM
- Year: 1958
- Builder: Chris Craft
- Model: Capri
- Length: 19ft
- Engine: Ford Dearborn Interceptor, 225 hp
- Trailer: 2014 CTW Custom trailer
- Price: $35,000.00
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1969 Bertram 20ft “The Red Baron” – SOLD
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1969 Bertram 20ft “The Red Baron” – SOLD
$38,500.001969 Bertram 20ft “The Red Baron”
This is the smallest in the Baron line of race boats. The Bertram name carries a great reputation in classic as well as modern boats as they are very well-built boats. This one in particular is one of a run of only of 20 or so in 1969. In the mid 60’s racing was popular and boat builders were looking to dominate certain classes of boat lengths. This was a tried and true hull in the early 60’s known as the Mopie fishing vessel. It had great hull lift due to the heavy interior and overall construction.
Sammy James was the heavy hitter in Bertram Racing at the time and the current seller of the boat tracked him down in Florida some years ago. He asked him if he was familiar with the boat and Sammy James said “Familiar???? Hell son, I built them. You mean there are still some left? That’s great.” Sammy James then filled the seller in on the boat. They basically stripped the Mopie and built this custom deck for the boat to go racing. The boat was a really great performer up to about 60 MPH and then it got a little sketchy. They lost about ½ the boats in testing and regrouped, sold the remaining boats (repowered with less power to control hull speed) and sold them off to recoup some funds for the next boat to test. They were powered with Holman-Moody engines and had Volvo outdrives of the period.
This boat was purchased in New York by Dick Clarke of Sierra Boat Company about 45 years ago and sat in the warehouse until Tony Brown of wood boat restoration fame bought it and it sat some more. The current owner bought it and proceeded to do a period correct refurb on it. It is not representing a restoration as there are original pieces that were not serviced or restored and the seller did take some liberties that are correct but upgraded. He installed a period correct Volvo outdrive with outboard trim rams which is rare. He also built a Holman-Moody Ford 351 Windsor engine as this was for altitude. It does 45 on GPS at Tahoe’s 6300’ elevation. The boat comes on a custom trailer that was fit to the boat.
The seller has all the receipts since he bought it. This is truly a great collector’s boat that can be enjoyed and then restored with room for future profit on a sale.
- ID: THE RED BARON
- Year: 1969
- Builder: Bertram
- Model: Red Baron
- Length: 20ft
- Engine: Ford 351 Windsor
- Trailer: Custom Trailer
- Price: $38,500.00
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1987 Donzi Z-25 – SOLD
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1987 Donzi Z-25 – SOLD
$25,000.001987 Donzi Z-25
The Donzi Company was founded in 1963 and has been regarded for years as the premier builder of American fiberglass boats. The sleek-lined Donzi shape was first designed for ocean racing and became popular for luxury speedboats. Space, ergonomics, comfort and performance are blended together in the Z-25 to take you to new waypoints in a level of style that is distinctly Donzi.
This 1987 Donzi is a two-owner boat and was restored by the original owner before selling the boat in 2015 to its current owner who brought it to Lake Tahoe to use. The current owner had the engine replace by Walker Marine in South Lake Tahoe in the fall of 2015. This Donzi is now powered by a 2014 MerCruiser 454 with 330 hp and 63.0 Lake Tahoe only fresh water engine hours. The outdrive is a MerCruiser Bravo One. All records for the new engine available.
The 1987 Donzi Z-25 features a V-berth with a bed, two seats, ski locker, and the upgraded stereo entertainment unit. It has dual front seats and a rear bench seat for more passengers. More features include a bimini top, underwater transom lights, swim ladder, and much more.
The boat comes on a restored 1988 Shoreline Products Trailer tandem axle. Protecting the boat is a custom cover that is in excellent condition and covers the cockpit and closed bow.
Make an offer and own a Donzi, one of the best high-performance boats ever made!
- ID: CF6846UY
- Year: 1987
- Builder: Donzi
- Model: Z-25
- Length: 24’6’’
- Engine: MerCruiser 454, 330 hp
- Trailer: Shoreline Products Trailer tandem axle
- Price: $25,000.00
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1991 Cobalt 222 – SOLD
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1991 Cobalt 222 – SOLD
$9,000.001991 Cobalt 222
This Cobalt is powered by a MerCruiser 7.4L V8 with 310 hp. The engine has 444.9 fresh water only engine hours on it. That is around 16 hours per year which is very minimal annual use.
The boat is equipped with a cassette stereo system, depth finder, battery switch, trim indicator, ski locker, anchor locker, swim step with ladders, spare prop and much more.
This boat has an open bow and seats up to 9 people. The boat features a bimini top to get you out of the sun. The boat has been a Tahoe only boat and comes with a trailer.
Don’t miss out on a low engine, fresh water only, Tahoe Cobalt!
- ID: PASSPORTOUT2
- Year: 1991
- Builder: Cobalt
- Model: 222
- Length: 22’2’’
- Engine: MerCruiser 7.4L V8, 310 hp
- Trailer: Custom Trailer
- Price: $9,000.00
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2000 Hacker-Craft 30ft Enlarged Triple Cockpit – SOLD
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2000 Hacker-Craft 30ft Enlarged Triple Cockpit – SOLD
$165,000.002000 Hacker-Craft 30ft Enlarged Triple Cockpit
The Hacker Boat Company, Inc. is the world’s largest builder of classic mahogany motorboats. Hacker-Craft’s are considered one of the most authentic American-made brands. Master craftsmen build the wooden boats using the benchmark process and hand-built quality standards to perfectly balance luxury and utility while providing optimum comfort and performance, even in the harshest conditions.
These modern Hacker-Crafts are built using 1930’s designed but updated for modern use. While the designed from the 30’s would have been triple or twin cockpits, this updated design has an enlarged U-shaped seating arrangement. It provides a more sociable seating configuration and allows for easier movement around the boat. Theses modern Hacker-Crafts feature all glued construction, so you do not get the plank movement inherent with older boats which means less maintenance.
This 2000 Hacker-Craft was bought new and shipped to Sierra Boat where is has been stored and maintained. The power comes from twin Marine Power 5.7 fuel injected 350’s with 300 hp each. The boat has only been in Lake Tahoe’s fresh water and has 440.7 engine hours. Featured on this Hacker-Craft is a Clarion Marine stereo system, battery charging system, custom light weight cover with deck pads for protection, and much more. This boat comes on a 1998 Loadmaster dual axle trailer for easy transportation.
- ID: TAHOE GEM
- Year: 2000
- Builder: Hacker-Craft
- Model: Enlarged Triple Cockpit
- Length: 30ft
- Engine: Twin Marine Power 5.7 Fuel Injected 350’s, 300 hp ea.
- Trailer: 1998 Loadmaster, dual axle
- Price: $165,000.00
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2001 Coronado 21ft
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2001 Coronado 21ft
$70,000.002001 Coronado 21ft
Coronado Runabouts Inc. in Perkins Oklahoma purchased the molds for the boat hulls directly from the Century factory so that they could produce modern, high quality, fiberglass Coronado’s. In order to do this, they assembled a core work force of meticulous craftsmen with many years of experience in their respective fields. The goal was to retain the classic look using modern materials and techniques to produce a boat that requires far less maintenance than the Century Coronado’s produced in the past. The new Coronado’s are lighter, stronger and more rigid than the previous models and can take up to almost a year to build which shows the attention to detail and quality that is unmatched with these limited produced Coronado’s.
This 2001 Coronado has many improved features from the earlier fiberglass Coronado’s including; premium gelcoats, a skin coat of vinyl ester resin and fiberglass mat in the hull for maximum protection against osmotic blistering, all plywood is XL-10 treated marine ply and is fully encapsulated in fiberglass, the bilge is flow coated with gelcoat to allow for an easy clean up, all cavities under the floor are filled with expanding floatation foam and sealed with fiberglass, a service channel is fiberglassed in place under the floor for all engine wiring and the steering cable to be routed through, all the carpet in the boat is a 40 oz. premium marine carpet (industry standard is 20 oz.), all seat frames are molded fiberglass and are carpeted inside and out, the engine box is fiberglass with smooth gelcoat inside and richly upholstered outside, the dash is solid mahogany with a high luster finish, the steering is a mahogany tilting wheel, the windshield is a curved safety glass in a chrome-plated brass frame with opening vents, and more.
This 2001 Coronado 21ft is powered by a MerCruiser Horizon V8 with 380 hp and has 1852.4 fresh water only engine hours. Extras on this modern Coronado include; dual stainless steel trumpet horns, dual automatic bilge pumps, teak swim platform with stainless steel hardware, a custom table that fits perfectly between the driver and passenger seats for picnics or hors d’oeuvres, a custom carpeted ski locker in the floor, a storage door compartment under the bow, and much more.
This Coronado is a one owner boat that was designed specifically for the sellers who have used the boat only on Lake Tahoe. The boat has always been stored inside and has been meticulously maintained which is very evident when viewing this boat. Don’t miss out on this rare opportunity to own a classic fiberglass Coronado with all the amenities of a modern boat!
- ID: JERI ANN V
- Year: 2001
- Builder: Coronado Runabouts, Inc.
- Model: Coronado
- Length: 21’ or 23’2’’ w/ swim platform
- Engine: MerCruiser Horizon V8, 380 hp
- Trailer: 2000 Dorsey Inc., Dual Axle
- Price: $70,000.00
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2007 Chris Craft 22ft Lancer – SOLD
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2007 Chris Craft 22ft Lancer – SOLD
$39,500.002007 Chris Craft 22ft Lancer.
For 142 years, Chris Craft has been building boats one way: by hand. Part of the pleasure of owning a Chris-Craft is exploring the beauty and practicality of all the details within it. Small, spacious and stylish, the Lancer 22ft is made for water sports of all kinds.
The 22ft Lancer combines incredible Chris-Craft details with quick acceleration and agile handling. Accommodating a group of up to 7 passengers, its wide flared hull creates the space for a large bow that has the iconic Rumble Seat dating back to its wooden boat lineage. The hydraulic rumble seats give you the option for more seating at the push of a button but keeps the classic lines of a closed bow boat. The driver and passenger seats feature fold up bolsters and a 3-person aft bench makes it ideal for socializing, sunbathing and relaxing.
This 22ft Lancer is powered by a Volvo Penta 5.7 GXI with 320 hp. It has 259.0 engine hours on it so only 21.5 hours of use each year! The interior upholstery is in good condition. The white hull sides are excellent condition. The boat is equipped with a swim ladder on the teak swim step, extendable ski pole, ski locker, depth finder, teak table for cockpit, tonneau cover and full custom waterline cover, etc.
The boat comes on a 2004 Pacific Trailer dual axle trailer with a swing tongue.
This 2007 Chris Craft 22ft Lancer is a one owner boat with low engine hours at a fraction of the cost of a new one!
- ID: HA2198K
- Year: 2007
- Builder: Chris Craft
- Model: Lancer
- Length: 22ft
- Engine: Volvo Penta GXI, 320 hp
- Trailer: 2004 Pacific Trailer
- Price: $39,500.00
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2013 Cobalt 232 WSS
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2013 Cobalt 232 WSS
$69,500.002013 Cobalt 232 WSS
The WSS model, Water Sports Series, is not your typical Cobalt. With a professionally designed tower, bold color schemes, ballast tanks, drive trim to adjust the wake and much more, this extreme water sports package offers the advantages of a high-end ski/wake board boat with the classic Cobalt lines and signature deep vee hull. Having a boat that can accommodate all of your water sports activities and still be able to handle the rough waters on Tahoe is a true luxury.
Wake boarding and skiing enthusiasts have some very specific performance requirements. Tow boats need to be quick on plane, stay on plane at low speeds, and be able to generate a variety of wake shapes. The Cobalt WSS has the quickest time-to-plane in the industry, averaging about four seconds. Plus, a Cobalt’s running surface will hold it on top at speeds where other boats would mush out. For the wake shape, Cobalt’s normal clean wake offers an acceptable skier’s wake but for generating the big waves, Cobalt designers have taken two approaches. One is that these crafts have been treated to a professional-level ballast system. Three tanks, positioned for greatest effect, can be filled, or emptied independently with up to 700 pounds of water. The second, is creating consistency and repeatability for a wake. Cobalt has adopted the Perfect Pass ski boat cruise control and added their own Touch Tech memory system which stores the riders’ preference profiles. A touch of the screen, the tanks fill or empty automatically, and Perfect Pass knows exactly what to do so that you get the perfect personalized wake each time.
This 2013 Cobalt 232 WSS came to Sierra Boat in 2017 where it has been serviced and stored since then. The boat is powered by a Volvo Penta 5.7 GXI engine with 315 hp. It has low engine hours and has been meticulously maintained. The boat comes on a 2016 Magic Tilt tandem axle trailer.
* Pictures, video, and a more detailed description of the boat will be added in spring 2021 when access to the boat from winter storage is gained *
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NFYy63D-nvk
- ID: CF5974KZ
- Year: 2013
- Builder: Cobalt
- Model: 232 WSS
- Length: 23’2’’
- Engine: Volvo Penta 5.7 GXI, 315 hp
- Trailer: 2016 Magic Tilt tandem axle
- Price: $69,500.00
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2016 Chaparral 19ft H20 Sport Deluxe – SOLD
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2016 Chaparral 19ft H20 Sport Deluxe – SOLD
$32,500.002016 Chaparral 19ft H20 Sport Deluxe
The Chaparral 19ft H20 Sport Deluxe features stainless steel hardware, non-skid flooring, battery on-off switch, ski locker, depth gauge, bimini top, marine stereo system, and much more. Storage is abundant, found under the seats, in the helm, and in a wakeboard size floor locker. The swim platform is low to the water and features a built-in swim ladder. The boat is protected by new tonneau covers for the bow and cockpit.
This Chaparral is powered by a MerCruiser 4.3L MPI with 220 hp. The engine has an extremely low 65.7 engine hours and the boat has only been used on Lake Tahoe’s fresh water. This is a one owner boat and has been well maintained. The boats comes on a single axle 2015 Chaparral trailer made by Coyote MFG and features a fold away tongue for tight storage.
- ID: CF5991KZ
- Year: 2016
- Builder: Chaparral
- Model: H20 Sport Deluxe
- Length: 19ft
- Engine: MerCruiser 4.3L MPI, 220 hp
- Trailer: 2015 Chaparral single axle trailer
- Price: $32,500.00
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Miss Catalina 5 1938 Bombard – SOLD
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Miss Catalina 5 1938 Bombard – SOLD
$225,000.00Miss Catalina 5 1938 Bombard
One of the last of the surviving Miss Catalina Speed Boats, Miss Catalina 5 is the only one restored to her original configuration and retains her original Liberty V-12 Aircraft Engine.
One of the last two Miss Catalina’s, number five comes from a line of 29’11” speedboats which were built as fast ride boats operating at Catalina Island. The Catalina Speed Boat Co. was incorporated in 1922 by Alfred Bombard and Wilbur White. The business plan called for these boats to be powered by World War 1 surplus Liberty engines. Twenty of these engines were purchased and served as the only power and spare parts during the 28 years of operation. Alfred Bombard had the hulls built in his company shop and they were built of high-grade Philippine mahogany with substantial framing to withstand the pounding of heavy seas during trips out of Avalon Bay. The look and configuration of the boats changed over the years, and Catalina 5 and 6, are the only survivors. With the business climate changing in the mid 60’s the company was disbanded, and the boats were sold to the Miss Balboa Speed Boat Co. in Newport Beach.
By the late 60’s, Miss Catalina 5 had made her way to Lake Tahoe, and for years, sat forlorn under tarps awaiting a chance at new life. Her savior came in 1979, with the current owner purchasing her from Sierra Boat Company with an extensive restoration beginning in 1982. Spread out over multiple years, the work was completed in 1990. Two areas of the boat needed major work. First, the decks were wrecked and had to be completely replaced. Then there was the engine. Her cylinders were frozen in her bores and a major overhaul was needed. The structure of the hull sides and bottom were in surprising good condition and at one point the entire boat had been overlaid with fiberglass, this actually preserved the structure. We removed the old glass from the bottom, did wood repairs and laid up an extra thick layup of fiberglass using alternating layers of mat and roving cloth. The side glass was still adhering well to the sides and was retained. New leather upholstery completed the restoration.
This is a great opportunity to own a piece of unique California history and re-live the glory days of speedboat rides. Miss Catalina 5 comes on a custom-built tandem axle trailer and has a full custom cover for protection.
- ID: MISS CATALINA 5
- Year: 1938
- Builder: Bombard
- Model: Speedboat
- Length: 29’11’’
- Engine: Liberty V-12
- Trailer: Custom Tandem Axle Trailer
- Price: $225,000.00
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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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1928 Custom Hacker 17ft
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1928 Custom Hacker 17ft
$75,000.00“Houston Girl” is a 1928 17ft Custom Hacker 151 Class Pelican single step racing hydroplane.
This boat is a John Hacker design which ran in the limited 151 cu.in. displacement class in the late 1920’s and early 1930’s, a support class running with the APBA Gold Cup race series.
Commodore Henry Faulk of the Houston Yacht Club and President of the Mississippi Valley Power Boat Association had her built. She was campaigned from Havana, Cuba to San Diego, California.
The Peerless 151 motor was restored by John Allen of Allen’s Marine Engines. John Allen is considered to be one of the top vintage marine engine restorers on the west coast. But not only did John Allen restore the motor for “Houston Girl”, he completed the restoration of the boat and the original vintage trailer too. This Custom Hacker was completed in 2010 in time for the Lake Tahoe Concours d’Elegance in June. “Houston Girl” was awarded the Most Unique Boat of Show and Best Hacker Craft of Show at the prestigious 2010 Lake Tahoe Concours d’Elegance.
- ID: HOUSTON GIRL
- Year: 1928
- Builder: Hacker
- Model: Custom Single Step Racing Hydroplane
- Length: 17ft
- Engine: Peerless 151
- Trailer: Custom
- Price: $75,000.00
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1937 Gar Wood 25ft Triple Cockpit
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1937 Gar Wood 25ft Triple Cockpit
$298,000.001937 Gar Wood 25ft Triple Cockpit.
In 1937 Gar Wood built 267 boats, about 100 more than any other year in the 1930s. Midnight Thunder, formerly Triple Time, is one of only nine 25ft runabouts built in 1937, and one of only three 25-footers equipped with the largest engine option, the Scripps 302 V-12. The favored formula for making speedboats go fast in the 1920s and ’30s included a large displacement and low rpm power plant spinning a large propeller. The Scripps V-12 engine, model 302, original to this boat, is no exception to that formula. With a cylinder bore of 4.25 inches and a stroke of 5.25 inches, the displacement totals 894 cubic inches. The engine was said to produce 316 hp at 2,600 rpm.
Midnight Thunder is in excellent condition. From the original Scripps V-12 engine to the period correct original pattern and color leather upholstery. A restoration was completed from 2002-2003 with wood work by Armstrong Boat Works, of Skaneateles, New York, and the engine restoration was completed by noted Scripps specialist George Shinn. The entire bottom of the boat was replaced at this time, including keel, chines, frames, and bottom planking, following Gar Wood specifications. In order to insure reliability and durability, the Scripps engine and transmission were tuned by the experts at Freedom Engine Service in the summer of 2010.
This boat then arrived at Sierra Boat in January of 2013 and has been stored and serviced here ever since. The boat was inspected by Sierra Boat from stem to stern for the Lake Tahoe Concours d’Elgance Boat Show judging. From that inspection a few items were address for the shows with the largest item being new flooring. The engine was set up and tuned for Lake Tahoe’s high-altitude boating and a custom full waterline cover was made. In 2014 the boat was fully restored including deck, hull sides and transom. At this time the name was changed from “Triple Time” to “Midnight Thunder” in gold leaf. Miscellaneous mechanical items from the judging sheet were addressed as well.
At the Concours d’Elgance Boat Show in Lake Tahoe, this 1937 Gar Wood 25ft Triple Cockpit won 2014 Best Gar Wood of Show, 2014 Best of Show Over 23ft, 2017 Best in Show, and 2017 Best Engine.
- ID: MIDNIGHT THUNDER
- Year: 1937
- Builder: Gar Wood
- Model: Triple Cockpit
- Length: 25ft
- Engine: Scripps 302 V-12
- Trailer: Custom Dual Axle
- Price: $298,000.00
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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