sales@mbbw.com 1947 Ventnor Runabout - $24,900 (Clearwater) 1947 Ventnor Utility Runabout18' foot professionally restored with custom trailer and covering. 409 V8 Powered. 1947 Boats for sale - SmartMarineGuide.com 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. 1947 Century Boats Runabout nouveaux vendre est situ Rmer (Minnesota, tats-Unis). I have only touched the historical surface, so why not have some research fun and seek out some Ventnors at boat shows. Cut your sodium and it does wonders. A 100 years of Ventnor Boats will be featured at theMt. In 1937, at the Presidents Cup Race, it ran at 72.7 MPH, 1 MPH faster than the three-time Gold Cup winner, El Lagarto. This boat, named Juno, is still participating in boat shows and Race Boat Regattas. 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. Experience driven by passion you can depend on! This engine came out of a 24' sailboat, built 1958 in Roskilde, Denmark. This is a 1973 Century Coronado. Highlights. Ventnor Boat Works, Inc. This 1947 utility is great for use as is when you need to get out on Lake Minnetonka! Dora Boat Show, as well as others next year. Down a decent amount. Year 1947 . $ In stock. Btw here is the story I did back then on the eat like its 1945. I weigh the same as i did in high school and im 65. Adolph was an excellent mechanical engineer, and chose his commercially built power well. Still for sale? Vintage Photographs on the Pittsburgh Rivers. - Century Classic Power Boat Interesting that there was no expiration date on them. Jack Rutherford purchased hull #12 and replaced the power plant with a Packard 621 cu. Can be easily painted to replicate the original finishes. Occasionally trailered and launched for day trips. 1946 Ventnor 20ft Custom Runabout | Classic Wooden Boats for Sale | Vintage Chris Craft | Antique Boats Classic Wooden Boats for Sale | Vintage Chris Craft | Antique Boats 1946 Ventnor 20 Custom Runabout Best restored Ventnor on the planet! #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. His ability to adopt new hull designs of lightweight yet durableconstruction was proven in his successful involvement with inboard racing. Im out. Just turned 30 and 250lbs is no way to go through life for me. A radical, art deco-inspired craft . 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. 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. 1946 Ventnor Custom Runabout Whats your best cash price? 1937 Ventnor 18' Racing Runabout 'Alfa' crossing the block at Kissimmee 2018 in , at the as T215. 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. . This design was a major development in both water resistance and stability. And there will be prizes along the way. 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. Copyright 2023 Land-O-Lakes Classic Boat Club - A Chapter of the Antique and Classic Boat Society.All Rights Reserved. of boat manufactures then Ventnor would be the "Tesla" of that time. Also, please don't waste your time or mine if you're not legit and can't talk with me at some point. Let us show you around. 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. Gold Cup engine. Catalog from 1940? received a custom deck layout of a single cockpit design, very nicely I will weigh in each week. The first year of a complete line was 1946. During this time, Adolphs son, Arno, became president of the company and continued with the same visions. So starting this Saturday, tomorrow!!! Antique and Classic Boat Show - Visit Detroit Lakes Load up, then lets start this puppy off. The hull weighs 95 lbs. 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. . The new owner purchased her from the estate and undertook the restoration including the rebuild of the two original engines. Mike. Its a never ending battle for me and whats left of my vintage metabolism. Is this boat still for sale? then neighbors of ours bought the 20 in around 1948 or 9. The year 2002 will mark the 100th Anniversary of Ventnor Boats. Only $19,000. Adolph Apel invented the five-point suspension hull in 1935, and refined it to the three-point style. 1937 Ventnor 18 Racing Runabout 'Jeez-O-Peets' - mecum.com For list of improvements, please call . Available For Ownership, Contact for More Info. th 1961 Crew Model 1302 6 cylinder Engine. Boat is powered with a GM Big Block 409 V8. So, here is my idea. hmmmmm, is there a hint shown there on the header boat BS ????? This boat was built by the current owner's brother in the early 1960's. Categories: 1940s, Ventnor Additional information Additional information This model was designed to be powered by 2 Gray Marine Flathead 6 cylinder Fireball 160 hp engines with speeds up to 50 mph. 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! You want to start off at a large number. T. Coleman Dupont which was the worlds first recorded boat to exceed the over a mile-a-minute (60.3 MPH) mark. check out compete web site at www.mbbw.com, Macatawa Bay Boat Want to keep up to date on the boat-shop? Cobra. were competitors after the same market. Hull itself in very good condition, no leaks, dents or scr 1947 Ventnor Utility Runabout18 foot professionally restored with custom trailer and covering. 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. I am the third owner. 409 V8 Powered This Ventnor boat was refurbished in 1993 and has been garage kept. Car & Truck Safety & Security Accessories, 1914 Speedway Runabout Boat Charles L. 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Others such as Hackercraft, Owens, Lyman, Correct Craft, Garwood, Larson etc. 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. Ce navire a t conu et construit par le chantier naval Century Boats en 1947. Originally owned and raced by Larry Longnecker of Sioux City, Iowa. The content of this field is kept private and will not be shown publicly. She made her debut at the 2005 Lake Tahoe Concours d'Elegance Classic Boat Show. We are in need of volunteers to assist with: Contact Any Board Member to find out more! Wood surfaces are all varnished. Thanks @whiskeyplanktour, Que chariots of fire #muttsofinstagram #poodlesofi, Reflections #classicboats #trawlerlife #woodboat #, Copyright - All Rights Reserved | WoodyBoater |. The Ventnor Challenge - Like Ghostbusters "Who You Gonna Call?" She has been comprehensively restored and the engine has also been rebuilt & converted to a 12V system. Gray Marine engines were predominant, with the 229 having twin 150s for 55 MPH performance. These photographs are from the early 1950s. Report We aspire to provide products that are timeless in design, have an inherent style and are coveted moving forward. Their innovative design of the torpedo transom, however, exceeded the ability ofplywood. It appears that the boat was powered by a split exhaust Graymarine 160hp 6cyl. A complete summary of restoration work is available. 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. Their racing involvement remained strong, and the1931 American Power Boat Associations (APBA) creation of a 135 cubic inchdisplacement racing class was immediately dominated by Ventnor. This a patented one off built boat. This is a great example of a locally built St Lawrence rowing skiff. Top Rated Plus. It has been fiberglassed to protect against the dry weather when it was out West and is in need of a restoration. 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! We preserve the authenticity, craftsmanship, beauty, and value of vintage mahogany watercraft for future generations. Caractristiques principales de la coque 1947 Century Boats Runabout: matriau de la . Please refer to listing number 150 when calling or emailing. Best known for its racing designs and art-deco inspired models, the company also converted production over to warships during WWII. 297 S. Maple Street Saugatuck, MI 49453, Toll Free: 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 Project condition, non-running A great project platform from the famous Ventnor Boat Company makers of champion racing craft and pleasure runabouts. Riding the wave of vehicle restoration Their racing notoriety was recognized in 1937 with an order of 12, 20 boats by the Chinese government. Ventnor Boats | Land-O-Lakes Classic Boat Club Asking 24,900. This 1947 18' Deluxe Utility features Ventnor's unique custom hardware and styling cues. Im in but only if one of the prizes are WoodyBoater Virtual Hotdogs. Their intended use was in the on-going Sino-Japanese War. Hope to meet you all down at Lake Dora. NO? Following this, Ventnor built a variety of unique Runabouts and Utilities for the pleasure boat market. 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. Email Poster. As in early automobiles, gasoline engines had to be proven to the public to have virtues of speed, endurance, andreliability. Dick, thanks for making memories come alive! The engine is strong and is the original engine. 269-857-4556 Also in attendance was Jim Hawver's Davis Brothers Rock A Bye. During the professional restoration it The new owner purchased her from the estate and undertook the restoration including the rebuild of the two original engines. call Jon Reus at 269-857-4556 for more information. Contact Us - Toll Free: 1-833-762-0001Email: Sales Team. Mine from a few years ago are almost gone. It is in excellent condition and is powered by a Gray Marine Fireball Engine. 1946 1947 1948 Ventnor Runabout SOLD by Macatawa Bay Boat Works 269-857-4556 SOLD! The 156 was built of plywood, as were the boats extensively used during WWII. During the professional restoration it The Ventnor Company built a wide variety of custom launches, tenders, utilities, runabouts, and commercial small craft into the 1930s. Collectible vintage boats: Chris Craft Cobra, Hacker, Riva, Century, Garwood, Gar wood, Higgins. engine. 18 Feet 1947 Ventnor Deluxe Utility - 42138 | Antique Boat America Classic Twin Cockpit boat featuring Ventnor's unique finned design. For list of improvements, please call . Known to be 1 of 4 in the US. Sunrise River Boatworks / Kocian Instruments. Wood trim in good shape, small piece needs restoring. The company continued a wide line of pleasure boats, with racing boats still being the dominant focus. 1947 Feathercraft Runabout - $2700 (Kingsport) - Shoppok And start this journey together. Fax: 269-857-4218 Right now you wouldnt be able to even see it. Known to be 1 of 4 in the US. got it, thanks. 1948 20' Ventnor Runabout - antiqueboatsales.com in. She has been comprehensively restored and the engine has also been rebuilt & converted to a 12V system. Copyright Boats-from-USA.com 2023. Beautifully restored 1954 Dunphy Imperial 16ft runabout with 2 tone wood trimming. Known to be 1 of 4 in the US. 1937 Ventnor 18' Racing Runabout 'Jeez-O-Peets' crossing the block at Kissimmee 2018 in , at the as T214. The original version made its debut at the 1945 New York Boat Show. 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. Originally sent to Lake Minnetonka in Minnesota she was raced on the lake until 1955 when it unfortunately rolled during a race. After moving to Egg Harbor, New Jersey, Ventnorcontinued to build 20 to 40 lapstrake and plywoodcruisers until 1968. 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). I checked Delivery Available because I'd be willing to deliver the boat within 200 miles for an agreed upon fee.Rules to respond are simple: Include my name in your text or you will NOT receive a response. "It's a pretty. Correct in all aspects - #6 of six built with only 3 known to survive of which only one other has been restored. and professionally classes, as well as many divisional and national championships. Professionally refurbished by a Lake Michigan boat refinishing company. Classic Twin Cockpit boat featuring Ventnor's unique finned design. done. This 1947 18' Deluxe Utility features Ventnor's unique custom hardware and styling cues. This is a project boat, it needs to be rigged for a motor. This is a true classic wooden yacht whi A Pontoon conversion to resemble an America Paddle Wheeler. 1948 VENTNOR 23' RARE TWIN ENGINE RUNABOUT - Here's your opportunity to own one of the rarest post-war runabouts. Call for more details. West Systems Epoxy Bottom coat. I need to drop some New Orleans weight, hell, the last two years have been a slow death march to fatdom again. Caractristiques principales 1947 Century Boats Runabout: longueur 4,27 mtres. 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. possible, as the Tucker was a Lycoming, and Ventnor hadpreviously used many Lycoming marine engines. With the advent of the war, Ventnor moved to Atlantic City, New Jersey, and built military vessels 23 through 110. Boat is powered with a GM Big Block 409 V8. For political reasons, only 11 were delivered, and the 12th hull remained at the Ventnor factory. 1947 Ventnor 21 ft runabout. Original bottom that soaks up well. I know how things work I have already lost 30 lbs since mid-summer. in. boat has been restored and repowered in 1990 with modern Pleasure Craft Marine 5.7 liter V-8 engine. 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. Asking 24,900. For list of improvements, please call . Have original motor? Can be easily painted to replicate the original finishes. Known to be 1 of 4 in the US. 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 . West Systems Epoxy Bottom coat. Originally known as "Janna". 1946 1947 1948 Ventnor Runabout SOLD by Macatawa Bay Boat Works 269-857 20 Feet 1947 Ventnor Runabout - 28581 | Antique Boat America 1947 Ventnor/Adolph Apel E Racing Runabout. My boats not ready but I am.. Wood surfaces are all varnished. Can you store it for a period of time until I can collect and export? Stored inside. In 1945, the 20 model could also be ordered with a(then well-advertised) Tucker Engine. This was highly Adolph E. Apel first established his company in Ventnor, New Jersey. Ventnor began building boats in 1902 in Ventnor, NJ. However, it did define a unique model that has become a classic. Call for more details. 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. 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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