16' runabout. What to do?

16' runabout. What to do? 13 years 7 months ago #14735

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OK folks, Here is the family boat. It has not run since 1995. The motor is stuck. It is for sale for a couple of hundred bucks with no takers.

Is this one worth saving. I don't know the brand. The motor is a 85 Evenrude. I think it is still solid.

I don't know if I have the time, energy, or money.

Bob

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Re:16' runabout. What to do? 13 years 7 months ago #14765

jepstr67 Offline Contributing Member Posts: 649 Karma: 13 Thank you received: 1	Is there a photo somewhere? Every boat brand seems to have a fan club of some kind. Heck, the motor, just for parts should be worth $100. Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:16' runabout. What to do? 13 years 7 months ago #14767

mgbbob Topic Author Offline Fresh Boarder Posts: 47 Karma: 1 Thank you received: 0	I hope this goes through Attachments: Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:16' runabout. What to do? 13 years 7 months ago #14770

mgbbob Topic Author Offline Fresh Boarder Posts: 47 Karma: 1 Thank you received: 0	It looks pretty good in the picture. Someone needs to buy this before I have another project! Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:16' runabout. What to do? 13 years 7 months ago #14774

MarkS Offline Moderator Posts: 5348 Karma: 118 Thank you received: 5	Registration KA = Kansas ??? Where is the boat located? Can you get some more pics and info on the boat, I feel sure someone will be interested in making you an offer... Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:16' runabout. What to do? 13 years 7 months ago #14777

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I would have guessed MFG... but the gunwales aren't high enough.
Look for a tag on the inside of the transom up under the splashwell area...

Boat is most likely an early to mid 60's. The stepped lapstrake hull looks "Starcrafty"... if that is even a word...LOL

Is it worth saving???
As a cheap solid little runabout... sure.
As a collectors item- probably not...

My MFG is no collectors prize... but it's a great family boat to play in. Easy to work on, inexpensive, lots of room for fishing or just cruising...

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Re:16' runabout. What to do? 13 years 7 months ago #14785

DelRay Offline Expert Boarder Posts: 272 Karma: 10 Thank you received: 0	Can you post some pictures of the dash area and the splashwell area? Might just have a buyer! Pete Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:16' runabout. What to do? 13 years 7 months ago #14790

mgbbob Topic Author Offline Fresh Boarder Posts: 47 Karma: 1 Thank you received: 0	Here are a few quick ones. I can do better after work Attachments: Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:16' runabout. What to do? 13 years 7 months ago #14791

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Re:16' runabout. What to do? 13 years 7 months ago #14792

mgbbob Topic Author Offline Fresh Boarder Posts: 47 Karma: 1 Thank you received: 0	interior Attachments: Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:16' runabout. What to do? 13 years 7 months ago #14793

DelRay Offline Expert Boarder Posts: 272 Karma: 10 Thank you received: 0	Sure is close to a Starcraft but I don't think it is! On the tag can you make out the model? I think M.F.G. boats are simmular to the Starcraft. Pete Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:16' runabout. What to do? 13 years 7 months ago #14799

john-gibson Offline Contributing Member Posts: 4014 Karma: 324 Thank you received: 0	it could be an eary to mid 60s seaking,starcraft made them for motgomery wards then,john Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:16' runabout. What to do? 13 years 7 months ago #14817

thompsonboat Offline Platinum Boarder Posts: 1416 Karma: 188 Thank you received: 19	The model listed on the tag is "15' Glass". How creative of the maker!!! Andreas Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:16' runabout. What to do? 13 years 7 months ago #14820

jim18611865 Offline Contributing Member Posts: 387 Karma: 7 Thank you received: 0	If that bow light is original, Starcraft. It is identical to mine. Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:16' runabout. What to do? 13 years 7 months ago #14821

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Well....15'Glass, suggests that perhaps the manufacturer also made a 15' wood, or 15'Aluminum. Otherwise, why note a totally obvious characteristic unless it was to be recorded in a sales journal where the number of boats and their hull material could later be compared to see buying trends.

Just a thought...

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Re:16' runabout. What to do? 13 years 7 months ago #14822

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Well....15'Glass, suggests that perhaps the manufacturer also made a 15' wood, or 15'Aluminum. Otherwise, why note a totally obvious characteristic unless it was to be recorded in a sales journal where the number of boats and their hull material could later be compared to see buying trends.

Just a thought...

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Re:16' runabout. What to do? 13 years 7 months ago #14855

DelRay Offline Expert Boarder Posts: 272 Karma: 10 Thank you received: 0	I think that might be a "state" issue tag. Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:16' runabout. What to do? 13 years 7 months ago #14864

mgbbob Topic Author Offline Fresh Boarder Posts: 47 Karma: 1 Thank you received: 0	Hi folks, A few loose ends. The boat is in the Kansas City area (Leavenworth). The boat is a 1965 and was purchased by my father in the l967 or so time frame. The tag was in place when purchased. If nothing else I think I stired up some interest! Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:16' runabout. What to do? 13 years 7 months ago #14865

DelRay Offline Expert Boarder Posts: 272 Karma: 10 Thank you received: 0	How about a picture closer to the dash and steering wheel? Is their a name embossed in the white step pads? Pete Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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