Made by the Ventnor Boat company in New Jersey famous for designing some of the fastest race-boats/ hydroplanes of the 30's to the 50's. 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. Add to cart. Please Raced in the Mississippi Race Association in the 1930s. Report Contact Poster by Email. In 1947, one cruiser, a 23 Express, had options up to twin Gray 150s. West Systems Epoxy Bottom coat. The finned Ventnor was not renewed in the 1951 models. Current Ventnor boats are built with the materials which best fulfill the 1940s design, but with 21st Century technology, durability, and high qualitystandards. Top Rated Plus. Does have a small plywood crack in lower gunnel behind the driver. and professionally check out compete web site at www.mbbw.com, Macatawa Bay Boat Down a decent amount. Is this boat still for sale? 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 . Right now you wouldnt be able to even see it. I know how things work For list of improvements, please call . Ventnor began building boats in 1902 in Ventnor, NJ. Oh I havent even gotten started yet. He patented the three-point suspension hull in 1936 in the US and UK, and it is still used today. 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. A 100 years of Ventnor Boats will be featured at theMt. 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This design was a major development in both water resistance and stability. Gray Marine engines were predominant, with the 229 having twin 150s for 55 MPH performance. The most noteworthy feature is the well know fin which is intcat and original to this boat. 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. 1947 Ventnor Runabout - $24,900 (Clearwater) 1947 Ventnor Utility Runabout18' foot professionally restored with custom trailer and covering. "It's a pretty. Copyright 2023 Mahogany Bay All rights reserved. The "Geezer" does come with a trailer. We preserve the authenticity, craftsmanship, beauty, and value of vintage mahogany watercraft for future generations. So starting this Saturday, tomorrow!!! Offers considered after your inspection. Al & friends . Free shipping. Stored inside. Call for more details. Had the 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. Its a never ending battle for me and whats left of my vintage metabolism. The b 1969 Chris Craft 57 Constellation. In 1947, one cruiser, a 23 Express, had options up to twin Gray 150 s. Most notable, beginning in 1945 (and about 9 years before the automobile industry styling) was the 20 Sport Runabout and the 23 Sport Runabout (22 9 ) introducing the torpedo-style rear and sloping dorsal fin. Boats displayed in 2019 included Lance Bergstrom's 1947 Ventnor Ruanbout, Joe and Bernadine Hesse's 1956 Mercury Boats of Burbank CA Sabre, Gene Klinnert's 1954 Christ Craft, Bob House's 1947 Century Seamaid, Bill OKeefe's 1948 Christ Craft Runabout, Jeff and Holly Peterson's 1956 Dunphy Bonita, Jeff Roberts' 1950 Chris Craft . 1947 Runabout on custom trailer. She made her debut at the 2005 Lake Tahoe Concours d'Elegance Classic Boat Show. We are the worldwide authority of fine vintage watercraft. The company continued a wide line of pleasure boats, with racing boats still being the dominant focus. Made by the Ventnor Boat company in New Jersey famous for designing some of the fastest race-boats/ hydroplanes of the 30's to the 50's. Known to be 1 of 4 in the US. Show-ready and ready to enjoy, this Ventnor . received a custom deck layout of a single cockpit design, very nicely He purchased her and had it shipped to his base in California where he initiallystored her awaiting it's turn to be restored. As in early automobiles, gasoline engines had to be proven to the public to have virtues of speed, endurance, andreliability. Can be easily painted to replicate the original finishes. Description: 1947 Ventnor 21 ft runabout. The ambiance of the original has been retained and if Arno or Adolph Apel were around, I think they would not only approve, but also wish they had available epoxy, lightweight 250-300 HP engines, current moldingtechniques, high UV resistant leather etc. I am the third owner. . See this at: Moosehead Marina on Greenwood Lake 254 Lakeside Road Hewitt, NJ 07421 phone Open: 9 to 5:30 Weekdays 10-to 4:00 Sat & Sun. It later surfaced in . sales@mbbw.com Regards. At the end of the war, the Apels added several experienced pleasure boat production people. Who Wants In? The engine is strong and is the original engine. 409 V8 Powered. One of only 6 built this is hull #6 thus the last one built. In 1934, the APBA introduced the 225 class, and Ventnor set a record of 44.14 MPH. Caractristiques principales 1947 Century Boats Runabout: longueur 4,27 mtres. Comes with a full custom fitted cover and trailer. Originally sent to Lake Minnetonka in Minnesota she was raced on the lake until 1955 when it unfortunately rolled during a race. Enjoy the effort and make your own reality! The hull weighs 95 lbs. The year 2002 will mark the 100th Anniversary of Ventnor Boats. It appears that the boat was powered by a split exhaust Graymarine 160hp 6cyl. 297 S. Maple Street Saugatuck, MI 49453, Toll Free: Call our office at (973) 663-3214 or send an email to info@katzsmarina.com for more information. So, here is my idea. Originally owned and raced by Larry Longnecker of Sioux City, Iowa. In 1994, Dick Thede of Harrison, Tennessee, culminated his several years of research on Ventnor boats by reincarnating the Ventnor Company, and its 1940s era 20 Sport Runabout design. Im in. Asking 24,900. After moving to Egg Harbor, New Jersey, Ventnorcontinued to build 20 to 40 lapstrake and plywoodcruisers until 1968. Have original motor? Lift that cast iron cylinder head a few hundred times along with a W exhaust manifoldwho says messing with antique boats cant make you fit! Visit us at Katz's Marina LLC, 2 Thompson Lane, Andover, NJ 07821. Btw here is the story I did back then on the eat like its 1945. $37.00. . Sellers with highest buyer ratings; Returns, money back; Ships in a business day with tracking; Learn More Top Rated Plus. One of the nicest and visually most faithful to the original is the Ventnor 20-ft. Runabout. Caractristiques principales de la coque 1947 Century Boats Runabout: matriau de la . See this at: Moosehead Marina on Greenwood Lake 254 Lakeside Road Hewitt, NJ 07421 phone Open: 9 to 5:30 Weekdays 10-to 4:00 Sat & Sun. Offers considered after your inspection. Hope to meet you all down at Lake Dora. Double density foam was used in the cushions. My name is Mike let me know if the belt still available. 409 V8 Powered This Ventnor boat was refurbished in 1993 and has been garage kept. Call for more details. Only $19,000. Price: $2,700.00 1947 Runabout on custom trailer. A radical, art deco-inspired craft . of boat manufactures then Ventnor would be the "Tesla" of that time. 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). Original bottom that soaks up well. hmmmmm, is there a hint shown there on the header boat BS ????? Project condition, non-running A great project platform from the famous Ventnor Boat Company makers of champion racing craft and pleasure runabouts. Show me around Go Maybe later not now I know how things work got it, thanks 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. The Flying Eagle set the 1931 speed record of 35.7 MPH, and in the succeeding years of the 1930s, the 135 class records were held by Ventnor at 54.08 MPH lap speed, and 67.5 MPH flying mile. I need to drop some New Orleans weight, hell, the last two years have been a slow death march to fatdom again. 1947 Ventnor wooden Boat. done. But maybe just maybe if it helps one more of us here, we can all meet up on Lake Dora in our banana hammocks. Stored inside. Their first new model in 1947 was an 18 deluxe utility runabout. I see the listing is from 2018. Getting ready? Beautifully restored 1954 Dunphy Imperial 16ft runabout with 2 tone wood trimming. 1946 Ventnor Custom Runabout19'- a rare and very collectable Ventor with aft fin. You guys make me laugh. Sunrise River Boatworks / Kocian Instruments. 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 . One of only 6 built this is hull #6 thus the last one built. In 1947 If you considered Chris-Craft to be the "G.M." Also in attendance was Jim Hawver's Davis Brothers Rock A Bye. All rights Reserved. Purchased in Upstate New York in 2009 with engine that did not run. Fireboy automatic fire extinguisher has been added to the engine compartment. Dick, thanks for making memories come alive! *** PRICE REDUCED BY MOTIVATED SELLER ***. T shirts, Hats, Etc. 1947 Ventnor/Adolph Apel E Racing Runabout. Known to be 1 of 4 in the US. He purchased her and had it shipped to his base in California where he initiallystored her awaiting it's turn to be restored. Best restored Ventnor on the planet! Today, Dicks revived Ventnor Boat Works Easy. 1947 Feathercraft Runabout - $2700 (Kingsport), 1947 Feathercraft aluminium 12 for Utility model - $950 (Decatur/Emory), 1947 Ventnor Runabout - $24,900 (Clearwater), 1947 Ventnor Runabout - $24,900 (Dunedin, Fl). Maybe we should all get Peleton bikes and document the results like the holiday ads that drew so much disdain. The hull weighs 95 lbs. Boat location: Castro Valley, California, United States Ships to: United States, Canada Year: 1947 Make: Not Specified Model: 18-c Type: Utlilty Runabout Hull Material: Wood Trailer: Included Use: Unknown Engine Type: Single Inboard Engine Make: Graymarine Engine Model: Phantom 6-125 Primary Fuel Type: Gas For Sale By: Private Seller 1946 Ventnor 20 Custom Runabout; Classic Wooden Boats for Sale | Vintage Chris Craft | Antique Boats. in. then neighbors of ours bought the 20 in around 1948 or 9. 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. During the professional restoration it Category: 1940s. For list of improvements, please call . His ability to adopt new hull designs of lightweight yet durableconstruction was proven in his successful involvement with inboard racing. They offered models from 156 through 229. Originally known as "Janna". Top Right and above, Al Bonchi 1947 Sport Speedster, top left a little newer (note the location of the bow light) Sport Speedster with the folding top. Early 3-point hydroplane. 1946 Ventnor Custom Runabout Im in but only if one of the prizes are WoodyBoater Virtual Hotdogs. Thats some funny s..tuff right there! She has been comprehensively restored and the engine has also been rebuilt & converted to a 12V system. Hell one poop after holding it all in could make you a winner for the week. Hull itself in very good condition, no leaks, dents or scr 1947 Ventnor Utility Runabout18 foot professionally restored with custom trailer and covering. Ventnor built pleasure boats and custom race boats through 1939. Just turned 30 and 250lbs is no way to go through life for me. Highlights. 1947 Ventnor Runabout - $24,900 (Clearwater) View larger image Ad id: 1705224476793685 Views: 15 Price: $24,900.00 1947 Ventnor Utility Runabout 18' foot professionally restored with custom trailer and covering. Stored inside. 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. It is in excellent condition and is powered by a Gray Marine Fireball Engine. I started about 6 weeks ago. Planked boats were offered starting in a 16 length, and considered to be standard construction through the 229 Custom Runabout style. Well, this challenge came a little late for me. For use as Suicide Boats, they were powered by a Lycoming Engine, and designed to run at 64 MPH with a 500-pound bomb in the bow! Some of their 1930s fast boats were Miss Peps V, Tempo VI, My Sin, So Long, Lady Glen IV, Hi Ho II, Eagle and many others. 1947 Ventnor Utility Runabout 18' foot professionally restored with custom trailer and covering. Occasionally trailered and launched for day trips. Additional information Additional information. Looking for non-oxygenated (ethanol free) gasoline for your boat? Boat is powered with a GM Big Block 409 V8. possible, as the Tucker was a Lycoming, and Ventnor hadpreviously used many Lycoming marine engines. Known to be 1 of 4 in the US. Restored by Morin Boats for Charlie Winn of 4 Winn Boats. Most notable, beginning in 1945 (and about 9 years before the automobile industry styling) was the 20 Sport Runabout and the 23 Sport Runabout (229) introducing the torpedo-style rear and sloping dorsal fin. As a major styling innovation, the fin models combined an oak frame, mahogany-varnished decks, and painted sides Subscribe to our newsletter below! This hull measures 18 feet in length along the gar boards a common practice of the period. Dora Boat Show, as well as others next year. Call Mahogany Bay! Save $10 when you spend $100 for any purchase on Checkout, 1948 VENTNOR 23' RARE TWIN ENGINE RUNABOUT. Their intended use was in the on-going Sino-Japanese War. Correct in all aspects - #6 of six built with only 3 known to survive of which only one other has been restored. I weigh the same as i did in high school and im 65. This 1947 18' Deluxe Utility features Ventnor's unique custom hardware and styling cues. This 1948 20' Ventnor Runabout is a beautiful boat. This Ventnor boat was refurbished in 1993 and has been garage kept. Best known for its racing designs and art-deco inspired models, the company also converted production over to warships during WWII. Make . Classic Twin Cockpit boat featuring Ventnor's unique finned design. Boat is powered with a GM Big Block 409 V8. It was the ONLY boat made with twin windshields for the double cockpit forward. Alex Watson can show off his thinness from running. Engine: Gray Marine V8, 188 HP. Available For Ownership, Contact for More Info. Categories: 1940s, Ventnor Additional information Additional information Their innovative design of the torpedo transom, however, exceeded the ability ofplywood. 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. Dunnellon, Florida. Ventnor designed other fast boats. This boat was originally delivered to California and is listed in Bob Speltz's Volume II being shown on the back cover as well as the Ventnor section. Larry Lange first came across his 1947 Ventnor nearly 25 years ago. It is ironic that the new material, fiberglass, which later Ventnor would not adapt to, could have enabled their designs to be built better, cheaper, and much more durable. I have seen two of his boats and both thequality of construction and faithfulness of design areexcellent. This Ventnor boat was refurbished in 1993 and has been garage kept. Also, please don't waste your time or mine if you're not legit and can't talk with me at some point. Wood surfaces are all varnished. Correct in all aspects - #6 of six built with only 3 known to survive of which only one other has been restored. 1946 1947 1948 Ventnor Runabout SOLD by Macatawa Bay Boat Works 269-857-4556 SOLD! Jack Rutherford purchased hull #12 and replaced the power plant with a Packard 621 cu. Now at 270 lbs +/- a couple, I have leveled off and holding steady. 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: We are very pleased to have Dick Thede at our Rendezvous with a current 20 Ventnor. I have many photos of that boat from back in the day.. That perticular boat had a new bottom installed in the winter of 1954-55. Professionally refurbished by a Lake Michigan boat refinishing company. They decided to focus on this wider base market. Can you store it for a period of time until I can collect and export? Classic Twin Cockpit boat featuring Ventnor's unique finned design. And start this journey together. We are in need of volunteers to assist with: Contact Any Board Member to find out more! Wood surfaces are all varnished. Rare boat and rarer with the fin. Comes with a full custom fitted cover and trailer. However, it did define a unique model that has become a classic. Visit pure-gas.org for a list of stations in Minnesota and across the USA. All rights Reserved. Mine from a few years ago are almost gone. 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. Competition was fierce for the consumer spending boom, and Chris Craft, Century and Higgins, were masters at mass producing low cost, good quality boats. Fax: 269-857-4218 See you all in Travares in March, we arrive March 2nd and will attend both of the classic boating events ( the vintage regatta, then the Sunnyland event). Opens in a new window or tab. For list of improvements, please call . Want to keep up to date on the boat-shop? for their era. Email Poster. The 156 was built of plywood, as were the boats extensively used during WWII. #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. Cut your sodium and it does wonders. His vision was to build boats that would successfully adapt the gasoline engine as thepredominant source of lightweight, efficient, and fast power. The rear seat backs fold down and have padded blue vinyl covers that slide over those panels. Still for sale? I signed up for the Lake Okoboji Triathlon which is in July and would like to get down to 215. Known to be 1 of 4 in the US. Occasionally trailered and launched for day trips. boat has been restored and repowered in 1990 with modern Pleasure Craft Marine Asking 24,900. 1948 VENTNOR 23' RARE TWIN ENGINE RUNABOUT- Here's your opportunity to own one of the rarest post-war runabouts. Originally sent to Lake Minnetonka in Minnesota she was raced on the lake until 1955 when it unfortunately rolled during a race. T. Coleman Dupont which was the worlds first recorded boat to exceed the over a mile-a-minute (60.3 MPH) mark. West Systems Epoxy Bottom coat. Stored inside. In the late 40s, although the best choice of the time, plywood was not competitve with the new fiberglass. Maybe Saturdays. Cobra. Show-ready and ready to enjoy, this Ventnor Deluxe Utility is sold complete with a custom cover and trailer. Boat is powered with a GM Big Block 409 V8. Mike. Adolph was an excellent mechanical engineer, and chose his commercially built power well. TMI? Description: 1947 Ventnor 21 ft runabout. Wood surfaces are all varnished. I need to fit into my skinny boat coveralls by spring. My boats not ready but I am.. lease $13,500 . Contact Us - Toll Free: 1-833-762-0001Email: Sales Team. Type Verification Code: Similar Items - 1947 Ventnor Runabout - $24,900 (Dunedin, Fl) . Does have a small plywood crack in lower gunnel behind the driver. Be sure to see him (and his boat.). Adolph E. Apel first established his company in Ventnor, New Jersey. #reedville #fi, Now this is real boating. I am sorry this boat has SOLD! This is a 1973 Century Coronado. were competitors after the same market.
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