Select a 1965 chriscraft model an iconic brand history dating back to the late 19th century, even the more novice boater is familiar with the chriscraft name. From boatyard ghost ship to concept to execution im using this blog to document the process. Here is a restored 1967 chris craft, that was built in holland, mi, at the chris craft roamer division factory. About 230 examples of the 37 by 12 10 hull were made in the 1965 through 1968 model years. In steel, you could buy a 30ft dispatcher for 15 grand, or a 37 ft. Twin detroit 871 diesel engines that were overhauled in 1996, now with 500 hours, newer electronics by raytheon, 650 auto pilot, hailer, pathfinder r70 radar, gps, plotter and spot light. Chriscraft boats was an american manufacturer of boats that was founded by christopher columbus smith 18611939. Shes powered by twin detroit 7122s, her starboard engine was rebuilt in 1999 she has 3 staterooms and complete crews quarters, new northern lights generator 16. Whats important, and so uncommonly good, is that we felt safe and in control while doing it. Today, its 36 roamer bucks convention with fine lines, sporty handling and dashing good looks. Casudiclassic boating lifestyle chris craft got one in.
Chriscraft roamer express harbortowne marine full service. In february 2019, i moved my blog to i no longer update this wordpress site, so please click the link and sign up for email notifications from the new site. Find 1965 chris craft boats for sale on oodle classifieds. The modern day chris craft cruises out of sarasota, florida, where. She was the first fiberglass boat built by chris craft and. This 1974 60 chris craft roamer is a true classic, and shes been cared for as such by a meticulous owner. The content of this field is kept private and will not be shown publicly. Linn in 1946 and built a variety of cruisers in sizes from 32 feet to about 75 feet, in both steel and aluminum, as well as a surprising volume of commercial and military vessels. Unfollow chris craft roamer to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Chriscraft boats was an american manufacturer of boats that was founded by christopher. This was founded upon its purchase of the roamer boat company, and the boats became known as chris craft roamers. We have chriscraft power boats for sale all over the states, in areas such as district of columbia.
Chriscraft power boats, 40 to 65 ft, for sale power. For the aft stateroom that will be fairly easy, since i only need to cut more five more 14. Cmrra, solar music rights management, emi music publishing, umpi. Nov 3, 20 1962 32 steel hull chris craft roamer for sale. By mike gridleyjust after the second world war, the roamer boat company was founded in holland, mich. Buy 1965 chris craft roamer 30 dispatcher power boat factory photo. The company was sold by the smith family in 1960 to nafi corporation, which changed its name to chriscraft industries in 1962. Call 18882300439 for the best chris craft yacht deals and pricing. The chris craft roamer page is for owners and lovers of these great boats please try to keep it chris craft related when posting owners helping owners feel free to post stuff roamer related for sale.
Not surprisingly then, the roamer boat company offered only seven models by 1965. This 57 motor yacht was refitted in 2015 to its original condition. Raymond hunt associates, the firm that designed the roamer 40 for chriscraft, described the boat as a cruiser with a fishboat bottom. The hulls were assembled in a manufacturing facility at 961 michigan avenue, then transported about four miles west along 32nd street to jesieks boatyard, now the eldean shipyard, at. The intellectual property depicted in this model, including the brand chris craft, is not affiliated with or endorsed by the original rights holders. Licensed to youtube by umg on behalf of capitol records nashville. Photos of each model are shown as well as pictures of the features of each boat. Originally building wooden boats, modern chriscraft are constructed within fiberglass hulls. The cockpit includes wraparound lounge seating for plenty of room for passengers. Chris craft boat specs ad sales bulletin 1957 58 roamer. The current successor is chriscraft corporation, which produces motorboats under the chriscraft name. The roamer boats were a line of steel hulled craft that were top of the line in 1965. Steel hull in good shape, part of the roamer series from chris craft. Find chris craft boats for sale in 52701, including boat prices, photos, and more.
This 1965 chris craft roamer motor yacht includes teak decks and original factory short top. Offering the best selection of chris craft boats to choose from. See the latest speedboat boats from the chris craft shipyard. Ad specs chris craft boat brochure steel roamer 1965 models dispatcher riviera. Roamer, was a company that chris craft acquired in 1955 and its offerings are perhaps best represented by this hull length and beam. After the war chris craft introduced a new lineup of civilian pleasure boats in time for the massive american consumer expansion of the 1950s. The following specs for chris craft boats are for informational purposes only. Discussion in propulsion started by roamer offshore, jul 3, 2011. I dramatically cut down the huge skeg associated with this chris craft model as well, which slightly improved his top speed and high speed handling, but more importantly cleaned up the flow to the. The sail yacht, later renamed the caribbean 35 holds a number of distinctive first honors. Join millions of people using oodle to find unique used boats for sale, fishing boat listings, jetski classifieds, motor boats, power boats, and sailboats. February 12, 2017 it has been a while since i was able to devote some time to the roamer project.
Enter into the large deck area with eisenglass enclosure, aft couch seating, and helm area with captains chair and ships controls to take you wherever your hearts desire. Twin 350 engines installed new in 2005 and never ran w velvet drive transmissions. Chriscraft power boats 40 to 65 ft for sale 14 results. Find 1962 to 1965 chris craft boats for sale on oodle classifieds.
It was sold to chris craft in 1956 and became their roamer steel boats division, later the roamer yachts division, but continued to build boats in holland. Chris craft 68 roamer flush deck motor yacht specifications. Which means that all of the plywood that goes between the porthole flanges and their mounting points on the hull have to be installed, sealed, and paintedfinished. Atlantic yacht and ship providing great customer service since 1959. This 1971 chris craft 58 roamer is a true classic motor yacht. African mahogany panels that can all be clear coated offsite. Up for sale is a vintage chris craft 1967 roamer boat sales brochure booklet great shape for age. Amfm stereocd, cockpit cover, bimini top new never used, in floor cooler, carpet new never used, adjustable bucket seats, accessory outlet, forward storage, mercruiser 4. Sitting on a owens and sons 18,000 pound aluminum slide on trailer. Check out the link below for more features and information on this boat. Located forward of galley on main deck is the pilothouse with a varnished teak sole with removable runner. Today, the preferred medium is fiberglass, and the 43 is built in conventional tooling at chriscrafts sarasota, florida, facility. The pilothouse has sliding port and starboard doors to the side decks. Advertising free delivery possible on eligible purchases.
Everyone knows a chriscraft a great family style boat from 1965 to the present. While not a mainstream boat, the 1967 chriscraft roamer 48 is nevertheless an interesting find. Chris smiths inspired vision of producing a variety of boats efficiently was. For the boat to splash in 2016, all of the portholes have to be installed. The last couple of months have been slow going in regards to the roamer restoration.
This express features a roomy cabin for overnighting, with a forward berth, midcabin berth, well equipped galley, and head. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and. Used chris craft yachts for sale chris craft yacht. In the beginning, chriscraft changed the face of domestic boatbuilding. This 56 chris craft roamer is a true classic and still a head turner today. Access aboard through port and starboard mishap boarding gates. In 1964, chriscraft launched the allfiberglass chriscraft commander. Vintage chris craft roamer boat 1967 sales brochure. Chriscraft history buffs know the companys roamer division first built boats in steel, then in aluminum.