Other than the instrument panel, there is no view of the cockpit and what would have been a red leather seat and matching steering wheel – the wheel is still in place, just no longer finished in red. Interestingly, the KB engine was triple carbureted and the carbs and air cleaners would have protruded through the rectangular opening in the deck, right behind the cockpit. Furthermore, its operational capability is not stated. Unfortunately, it is not installed and there are no included images of it in the listing. The aforementioned Chris-Craft “KB” engine is gone and there is a Chrysler Crown, in-line, six-cylinder unit that has replaced it. One place where this boat obviously needs major repairs is in the engine room. All of the hardware and chrome bits have been removed but the seller believes that he has all, or most, of them. The seller adds, “ but the boat does not appear to need major repairs“. There is also evidence of planks that have been replaced somewhere in this hydroplane’s 80 year past. There is obvious water damage to the transom and the Mahagoney hull and decking are well worn with what appears to be some loose planks and non-sealed screws. There was a restoration performed but it was poorly done and lead to leakage. Our subject boat is hull #7 and was originally shipped to Tennessee where it resided until found in a barn in 1995. At only 16′ in length and powered by a 121 HP, triple carbureted “KB”, in-line, six-cylinder engine, the C-C hydroplane could reach speeds of about 48 MPH, fast stuff for 1941! Other notable items are the 3/8″ Mahogany planks and lightweight #6 Reed and Prince attaching screws, strictly a racing item. But before the war-effort switchover, they engaged in the design and construction of nineteen hydroplane speed boats that were sold with a warning that proclaimed, “For Racing Only”. It is located in Guntersville, Alabama, and is available, here on eBay for a current bid of $10,300 with two bids tendered as of this writing.īy the start of World War II, Chris-Craft, the Michigan boat builder that traces its roots back to 1874, became, like many American manufacturers, a military contractor. They have a storied past as a builder of mahogany hulled boats and in 1941-42, they undertook a project to build racing hydroplanes and this 1941 example is one of only nineteen ever produced. Power: Mercury 8.The Chris-Craft name is pretty familiar to most as it represents a preeminent American pleasure-craft builder. *Trailer not included in boat sale - available for purchase separately.* And a thigh bolster brings added height and visibility.įinancing available! Keep reading for specs. The luxurious diamond-pattern stitching is complemented by a thick stainless steel bar. A wide captain’s chair puts you in control behind gleaming gauges and a rich, mahogany steering wheel. Features include teak accents, platform and sunpad plus a galley fridge and loads of storage space. ![]() The Launch 27 is a gorgeous, classic bowrider that's perfect for cruising and soaking in the summer sun. ![]() Helm: Captain's Chair with Stainless Steel and Mahogany Accents + Bolster Cushion Analog Gauges Garmin Touchscreen Display Billet Aluminum Instrument Panel (Backlit Buttons) Fusion Bluetooth Stereo Interior: Sierra Base Vinyl Toffee Accents Black Stitching Pebble Woven SeaGrass Flooring Ivory Fiberglass Black Teak Caulk Removable Cushions Seat Storage JL Audio Speakers Charging Ports Teak Oval Cockpit Table (Mount Location in Aft + Designated Aft Storage) Bow Door Sub-Floor Storage Lockers Observer Chair with Stainless Steel and Mahogany Acccents + Bolster Cushion Private Head with Sink, Lighting, Chargers, and Porta-Potti Galley Cockpit Fridge Power: Mercury 8.2L V8 DTS Inboard/Outboard Motor Dual Battery + Switch SeaKeeper Pitch+Roll Control Power Hatch Power WindlassĮxterior: Black Pearl Metallic + Ivory Fiberglass Hull Coach Stripe Heritage Trim Edition - Teak Platform and Upper Deck+Bow Accents Stainless Steel Anchor Windlass Aft Sunpad with Removable Cushions (Teak Aft Sunpad) Transom Tow Hook Underwater + Dock Lights Transom Shower Removable Bimini Sunshade (Manual + Designated Storage) Navy Bimini Canvases Black Boat Cover Canvas Chris-Craft has carved out an iconic place in history and made its way into the hearts of boat lovers worldwide.įinancing is available! Keep reading for specs. The name alone conjures up images of classic wooden boats, waving flags, and unforgettable memories made on the waves. And a thigh bolster brings added height and visibility.
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