Easy. Classic Twin Cockpit boat featuring Ventnor's unique finned design. I signed up for the Lake Okoboji Triathlon which is in July and would like to get down to 215. 1947 Feathercraft aluminum 12 ft Utility model. We believe ours is a 1947 the man who bought ours new then bought a twin engine 23 in 1948 ( that boat is now called Velocity). TMI? I have zero pride in this area. The first year of a complete line was 1946. This model was designed to be powered by 2 Gray Marine Flathead 6 cylinder Fireball 160 hp engines with speeds up to 50 mph. Visit pure-gas.org for a list of stations in Minnesota and across the USA. Free shipping. Adolph Apel invented the five-point suspension hull in 1935, and refined it to the three-point style. His ability to adopt new hull designs of lightweight yet durableconstruction was proven in his successful involvement with inboard racing. got it, thanks. Call our office at (973) 663-3214 or send an email to [email protected] for more information. I will start to see some more weight loss come Feb and Mar, once we hit Flordia in our Travel Trailer and resume riding our new Electric RAD Power Bikes again. Wood surfaces are all varnished. We are very pleased to have Dick Thede at our Rendezvous with a current 20 Ventnor. 1947 Ventnor wooden Boat. Comes with a full custom fitted cover and trailer. We will use the same scale we used to weigh aluminum vs iron heads. These photographs are from the early 1950s. 1937 Ventnor 18' Racing Runabout 'Jeez-O-Peets' crossing the block at Kissimmee 2018 in , at the as T214. 269-857-4556 And there will be prizes along the way. Gray Marine engines were predominant, with the 229 having twin 150s for 55 MPH performance. Their innovative design of the torpedo transom, however, exceeded the ability ofplywood. Later in the 1930s, Ventnor set the record at 66.4 MPH lap speed, 87.5 MPH flying mile. Dora Boat Show, as well as others next year. Its a never ending battle for me and whats left of my vintage metabolism. 1947 Century Sea Maid 19' runabout boat color art vintage print ad. Please refer to listing number 150 when calling or emailing. 1947 Ventnor 21 ft runabout. A 100 years of Ventnor Boats will be featured at theMt. Classic Runabout Under 21' Click Image for full size 1947 Christiansen Aqua-Air Car - 'Aqua-Air Car' Owner: Paul Miller Home Port: Elburn, IL Brainchild of Philip Christiansen, the boat was designed with an airplane engine and propeller to power the boat that looks like a P-40 Warhawk fighter. Following this, Ventnor built a variety of unique Runabouts and Utilities for the pleasure boat market. Boat is powered with a GM Big Block 409 V8. However, it did define a unique model that has become a classic. I need to drop some New Orleans weight, hell, the last two years have been a slow death march to fatdom again. Copyright Boats-from-USA.com 2023. The content of this field is kept private and will not be shown publicly. Does have a small plywood crack in lower gunnel behind the driver. 409 V8 Powered. Collectible vintage boats: Chris Craft Cobra, Hacker, Riva, Century, Garwood, Gar wood, Higgins. Hell one poop after holding it all in could make you a winner for the week. One of only 6 built this is hull #6 thus the last one built. You can do the same. She has been comprehensively restored and the engine has also been rebuilt & converted to a 12V system. A complete summary of restoration work is available. Category: 1940s. Likewise, Ventnor also designed, built and won the Gold Cup with My Sin, in 1939. 1947 Hutchinson 22 Utility Runabout $ 1948 Chris Craft 22 Sportsman Sedan $ 1948 Matthews 40 Sedan Cruiser; SOLD 1948 Ventnor 19 Finned Boattail Custom; 1949 25 Chris Craft; Home Boats for Sale Services and Restoration Sell a Boat . In the late 40s, although the best choice of the time, plywood was not competitve with the new fiberglass. During this time, Adolphs son, Arno, became president of the company and continued with the same visions. Thanks @whiskeyplanktour, Que chariots of fire #muttsofinstagram #poodlesofi, Reflections #classicboats #trawlerlife #woodboat #, Copyright - All Rights Reserved | WoodyBoater |. I have been sanding my behind off for two weeks and now for some varnish ah the smell of varnish in the morning my arteries are clogged so I will have to skip the diet but I will have another beer , I aint playing,,for reasons beyond my control,but Thanks for the offer. The hull is dated by the engine since there are no factory records on the hull number. Ce navire a t conu et construit par le chantier naval Century Boats en 1947. Their first new model in 1947 was an 18 deluxe utility runabout. 1946 Ventnor Custom Runabout in. Show-ready and ready to enjoy, this Ventnor . Current Ventnor boats are built with the materials which best fulfill the 1940s design, but with 21st Century technology, durability, and high qualitystandards. Ventnor built pleasure boats and custom race boats through 1939. Unfortunately Alan passed away before getting to her restoration. Just turned 30 and 250lbs is no way to go through life for me. Like the finned 1955 Chris Craft Cobra, the 1945 finned Ventnor looked great as a contemporary design, but did not sell well to some because of the Art Deco design. Occasionally trailered and launched for day trips. Does have a small plywood crack in lower gunnel behind the driver. Description: 1947 Ventnor 21 ft runabout. Asking 24,900. West Systems Epoxy Bottom coat. Catalog from 1940? Comes with a full custom fitted cover and trailer. Im out. Can be easily painted to replicate the original finishes. I started about 6 weeks ago. 237 (135,924) 100%. Mfine can taunt us with bacon bits. Alex Watson can show off his thinness from running. 5.7 liter V-8 engine. Can be easily painted to replicate the original finishes. What ever works for you works for us. Stored inside. This 1948 20' Ventnor Runabout is a beautiful boat. West Systems Epoxy Bottom coat. Ventnor boats continuously updated their designs, as lighter and greater horsepower engines became available. *** PRICE REDUCED BY MOTIVATED SELLER ***. Designed by Adolph Apel. Adolph was an excellent mechanical engineer, and chose his commercially built power well. The new owner purchased her from the estate and undertook the restoration including the rebuild of the two original engines. Report As in early automobiles, gasoline engines had to be proven to the public to have virtues of speed, endurance, andreliability. Boat is powered with a GM Big Block 409 V8. Salvaged, she was put into storage and basically forgotten until the late 70's when she was 'discovered' by well known classic boat collector Alan Firth from California. Our quest is to recognize that which was remarkable from the past and acknowledge the Ethos or the characteristics of a previous era as manifested in its beliefs or aspirations, and honor these qualities and values in everything we do. call Jon Reus at 269-857-4556 for more information. Cobra. Make . Planked boats were offered starting in a 16 length, and considered to be standard construction through the 229 Custom Runabout style. Be sure to see him (and his boat.). Seattle's Joe Frauenheim and his 1937 Ventnor, Tempo VI Guy Lombardo's famous V-12 Allison powered 24' Gold Cup Racer knows this race course well as she was a regular at Buffalo Launch Club regattas for many years. Known to be 1 of 4 in the US. 1947 Runabout on custom trailer. This boat is a 1957 Stephens Flying Bridge Motor Yacht that, at 47 in leng Request Details - send us a message directly to ask about this listing, Make Offer - make an offer on this listing and we will communicate to the seller, Email listing - send this listing to yourself or a friend by email, Print Boat - print this listing for future reference, Boat Summary - full details on this listing are available here, Help - Click here to bring back this guide. The engine is strong and is the original engine. Getting ready? This 1947 18' Deluxe Utility features Ventnor's unique custom hardware and styling cues. Original bottom that soaks up well. Have original motor? All rights Reserved. Let us show you around. Top Rated Plus. This Ventnor boat was refurbished in 1993 and has been garage kept. We preserve the authenticity, craftsmanship, beauty, and value of vintage mahogany watercraft for future generations. This 1947 utility is great for use as is when you need to get out on Lake Minnetonka! This design was a major development in both water resistance and stability. #classicboats #chriscraft #vintage, Original @chriscraft duster cit late 40s #art #vin, The new drill area #drill #oldtools #marina #boaty, On top of the world #mutt #dogsofinstagram, Just another day at the office #work #mancave #esc, Added back a little history to the place #woolsy #, Nice fires and family are the best. Well, this challenge came a little late for me. Is this boat still for sale? Originally sent to Lake Minnetonka in Minnesota she was raced on the lake until 1955 when it unfortunately rolled during a race. Built in second year factory was open, made right here in Atlanta.Flat bottom V hull, very shallow draft, 8 inches, for fishing or fun. boat has been restored and repowered in 1990 with modern Pleasure Craft Marine This is a great example of a locally built St Lawrence rowing skiff. They decided to focus on this wider base market. Save $10 when you spend $100 for any purchase on Checkout, 1948 VENTNOR 23' RARE TWIN ENGINE RUNABOUT. Show-ready and ready to enjoy, this Ventnor Deluxe Utility is sold complete with a custom cover and trailer. Want to keep up to date on the boat-shop? got it, thanks. Classic Twin Cockpit boat featuring Ventnor's unique finned design. Known to be 1 of 4 in the US. Jack Rutherford purchased hull #12 and replaced the power plant with a Packard 621 cu. Asking 24,900. For political reasons, only 11 were delivered, and the 12th hull remained at the Ventnor factory. The year 2002 will mark the 100th Anniversary of Ventnor Boats. #reedville #fi, Now this is real boating. Please refer to listing number 150 when calling or emailing. Also in attendance was Jim Hawver's Davis Brothers Rock A Bye. Seats three comfortably. consisting of both planking and cold molded plywood. If you contemplating the purchase of a race boat, then it is to your advantage to buy the fastest designed model available to assure yourself of owning a "Winner." The services of one of the world's foremost race boat designers are yours for the asking, whose starting superior patented underbody lines . Offers considered after your inspection. The Ventnor Company built a wide variety of custom launches, tenders, utilities, runabouts, and commercial small craft into the 1930s. She made her debut at the 2005 Lake Tahoe Concours d'Elegance Classic Boat Show. Originally sent to Lake Minnetonka in Minnesota she was raced on the lake until 1955 when it unfortunately rolled during a race. Although a 50's era Evinrude 18 hp with electric start is included, all indications are that there never has been a motor on the boat. Classic Wooden Boats for Sale | Vintage Chris Craft | Antique Boats. Visit us at Katz's Marina LLC, 2 Thompson Lane, Andover, NJ 07821. A few 19, 20 and 23 Sport Runabout models were built with all varnished sides and two-tone decks. 1937 Ventnor 18' Racing Runabout 'Alfa' crossing the block at Kissimmee 2018 in , at the as T215. The company continued a wide line of pleasure boats, with racing boats still being the dominant focus. Classic Wooden Boat 1947 Ventnor with a 75 hp Grey marine engine runs great.includes a new aluminum tadem axel trailer.All hardware is original 1947 22' Chris $40,000 Mirror Lake, New Hampshire Year - Make - Model - Category - Length - Posted Over 1 Month Beautifully restored classic mahogany sedan with hardtop & original amidships seat. Now at 270 lbs +/- a couple, I have leveled off and holding steady. Mine from a few years ago are almost gone. Just kidding. In 1947 If you considered Chris-Craft to be the "G.M." Correct in all aspects - #6 of six built with only 3 known to survive of which only one other has been restored. then neighbors of ours bought the 20 in around 1948 or 9. Purchased in Upstate New York in 2009 with engine that did not run. Salvaged, she was put into storage and basically forgotten until the late 70's when she was 'discovered' by well known classic boat collector Alan Firth from California. hmmmmm, is there a hint shown there on the header boat BS ????? I stepped on my scales and it displayed please, only one at a time, http://www.woodyboater.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Woodyboater-Logo-White.svg. Their intended use was in the on-going Sino-Japanese War. He purchased her and had it shipped to his base in California where he initiallystored her awaiting it's turn to be restored. Originally owned and raced by Larry Longnecker of Sioux City, Iowa. The finned Ventnor was not renewed in the 1951 models. 1947 Manufacturer: Ventnor Runabout Model: Length: 20 Beam: Engine Details Year: 1947 Make: Gray Marine 130 HP Cylinders: Six Hours: Unknown Max Speed: Fuel Type: Trailer Details Year: No Trailer Manufacturer: Axles: Capacity: Brakes: Comments: Other Information Boat Cover: Yes Stereo: No Tonneau: No Spotlight: No Side Curtain: No Convertible Top:
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