Summer’s almost here for most of us in the northern climates at the same time when those of you in the southern climates are heading inside for the next six months because it’s too hot outside. And then there’s… more»
Boats
Apr 30, 2021 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Trailer + Boat = 1962 Trailorboat
Travel means different things to different people. Some like all the comforts of home in their huge bus-like motorhome: washer and dryer, double-ovens, satellite tv, and things that we would have only dreamed about a few decades ago. Some… more»
Apr 18, 2021 • For Sale • 26 Comments
Field of Dreams: Huge Montana Collection For Sale!
If you find yourself out roaming around anywhere near Great Falls, Montana, there’s a treasure trove of old cars, trucks, tractors, trailers, boats, toys and other assorted stuff to be found. It’s all for sale, including both restored and… more»
Apr 12, 2021 • For Sale • 54 Comments
For Racing Only! Rare 1941 Chris-Craft Hydroplane
The Chris-Craft name is pretty familiar to most as it represents a preeminent American pleasure-craft builder. They have a storied past as a builder of mahogany hulled boats and in 1941-42, they undertook a project to build racing hydroplanes… more»
Apr 1, 2021 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Not Seen Everyday: 2018 Christy Hovercraft
Lately, I’ve been thinking about alternative vehicles that would be interesting to own. I’ve never really been drawn to motorcycles and I worry about them fighting for space on our traffic-choked roads that are dominated by distracted drivers. Private… more»
Jan 25, 2021 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Classic Wooden Cruiser! 1951 Century Resorter
Boating anyone? Let’s take a brief respite from wheeled motivation and take a look at a beautiful water-born creation in the form of a 1951 Century Restorter. This 18ft, closed bow runabout is located pretty far from its place… more»
Oct 24, 2020 • For Sale • 30 Comments
Docked 20 Years: 1964 Amphicar 770 Boat Car
How many of you remember the Amphicar from the 1960s? It was a quirky little machine that was part car and part boat. Fewer than 4,000 were made in a five-year period, so they don’t turn up for sale… more»
Oct 5, 2020 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Marine Find: 1958 Whirlwind Wooden Runabout
Sometimes we use one, not necessarily related, noun to describe another. For example, “That V8, two-seater, something or other, pulls like a freight train”. Or, “Any way you cut it, that 74 Mercury Grand Marquis is a boat“. And… more»
Sep 28, 2020 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Hand-Made Hot Rod Boat!
If you’re a fan of nautical nonsense, then this 21-foot, fully-custom, V8-powered beast is for you! It’s for sale here on eBay out of Tallapoosa, Georgia. Keep reading to see more!
Aug 22, 2020 • For Sale • 17 Comments
James Bond Boat: 1978 Glastron Carlson CV23-HT
I’ve been known to refer to certain cars as boats; you know the kind, usually domestic, full-size bloated bombs on wheels. It’s a commonly used metaphor but not always used disparagingly. Well here’s a boat, I mean a real… more»
Apr 28, 2020 • For Sale • 56 Comments
Fastest Boat On 4 Wheels? 1995 SeaRay Boatcar
It’s a boat! It’s a car (ok, a van)! It’s a 1995 Boatcar! This unusual hybrid is listed for sale here on eBay where despite bidding hitting $20,000 the reserve has not yet been met. The street-legal vehicle (note,… more»
May 16, 2019 • For Sale • 50 Comments
Shed Find: 1960 Chris-Craft Roamer 36
It’s not too often that a person runs across a 1960 Chris-Craft Roamer 36 in almost perfect condition sitting in a storage shed in Montgomery, Texas, but here we are. This sleek steel hull beauty can be found listed… more»
Jan 18, 2019 • Exclusives • 8 Comments
EXCLUSIVE: 1959 Crown Craft Speedboat
While not in our typical wheelhouse, Reader Ray K’s 1959 Crown Craft Speedboat seems like one cool find! This 16-foot vintage speedboat is powered by a Buick Nailhead V8 and should make a splash when and if you get… more»
Nov 21, 2018 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Back to The Water: DeLorean Hovercraft
If the “Back to The Future” movie franchise has taught us nothing else, it has taught us that the much-maligned DeLorean DMC-12 was a car capable of far greater feats than the illustrious Mr. DeLorean ever envisaged. Dr. Brown’s… more»
Aug 5, 2018 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Fast Fun: 1957 Chrysler Hemi V-drive Boat
Who hasn’t wanted a Hemi powered vintage ski boat? If you have, this may be the perfect one for you. This boat has a detailed history and was supposedly owned by the builder’s family for its entire life. Found… more»
Dec 14, 2017 • Uncategorized • 51 Comments
The Other Cobra In The Barn: 1955 Chris Craft
When you think about going fast in a Cobra, your first thought is probably of the Shelby Cobra, but it’s not the only quick snake around. This 1955 Chris Craft also happens to be a Cobra and in its… more»
