All the original factory hardware, including the fold-down windshield, is included with the boat. The correct Iva Lite spotlight was installed, and all chrome accents were re-chromed, buffed, and reinstalled. The bilge was thoroughly cleaned and repainted. The topside finish was stripped and meticulously redone with 12 coats of varnish. Additionally, a new chine plank was added on the starboard side. A new upholstery was installed, while the bottom, although in good condition, underwent sanding, tightening of fasteners, recaulking of seams, and a fresh coat of bottom paint. The current owner acquired this boat in 2010 and began restoration work in 2011. During their heyday, these boats were known for their luxuriousness, featuring genuine leather upholstery and a sturdy 4-piece folding windshield. It was among the first post-war runabouts to showcase the distinctive blond decking. This is hull number 334, was built in the final year. The Chris_Craft 20ft Custom Runabout succeeded the pre-war 19ft Custom Runabout or Barrel Back. It is ready to be re-assembled and is available to be picked up in NC. We purchased the boat with the intention of refurbishing it but have been unable to do so. We have the original flags and paperwork. Boat has been garaged since purchased originally. We are the second owner of the boat and drove it from Florida to NC on the current trailer, which is not the original. Paint for the interior to match original green will come with the boat. Missing its windshield but we have the brackets and they have also been refurbished.Įxterior of boat has been stripped and is ready to be stained. Wicked is a "turn-key" boat and comes with all of the lines, life vests, paddles, and necessary boat gear so you can use the boat immediately and make new and lasting memories.ġ7' 1953 Chris Craft Rocket with plaid interior - only 48 built with this interior, which has been restored with original plaid.Įngine has been rebuilt with zero hours on it, still in shipping crate.Īll metal parts have been professionally polished out. The boat has been featured in several boat shows turn heads everywhere. In addition to the new motor, the bottom was professionally re-painted in 2019. in 2019 the boat received a brand new Chevy 350 from JEGGS of Columbus, Ohio that was installed by one of the boat mechanics recommended by Antique Boat America. I purchased the boat from Mitch Lapointe in 2007 and had the boat professionally restored - keel up restoration using the finest materials. The boat comes with all of the lines/ropes, life vests, paddles, and “boat gear” and is a “turn key” boat.In 1948 Chris Craft introduced their 19 foot Racing Runabout and made a total of 503 by the time they stopped production in 1954. She has been stored on a trailer and always covered. She has been shown at the Lake Arrowhead boat show as well as the Balboa Yacht Club Wooden Boat Festival and always turns heads and attracts a big crowd. The Chevy motor is new, dependable and easy to get parts for. In July of 2019, a new Chevy 350 motor was ordered from JEGS in Columbus, Ohio and shipped to California where is was modified for marine use and professionally installed. The broker in Minnesota re-powered the boat with a Chevy 350. The boat was originally equipped with a KBL 131 HP triple carburetors which is the reason for the chrome bubble on the hatches. She was used extensively in Jackson Lake and Palisades Lake near Jackson Hole, Wyoming until being moved to Newport Beach, California in 2015. This boat was purchased from a boat broker in Minnesota, delivered to Idaho and underwent a professional keel-up restoration from Retro Natique in Bear Lake, Idaho over the course of several years. Since obtaining the boat I have had a 5200 Bottom put on the boat by a well known restorer. This is a beautiful Chris Craft Racing Runabout - Hull # 229. The boat was a hit and Chris Craft made a total of 503 of them during the time from 1948 through to 1954. The boats were built to go fast and had larger engines which produced more speed. In 1948 Chris Craft introduced their 19 Foot Racing Runabout.
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