which boat should I get?

[patpel]

Hi all
Was having a look at the free boats on Craiglist and a couple of them are very tempting.
So I would like to have you guys opinion on which one I should get.
They are both project boats and both have no motor or leg.

#1 is a 1963 Chris Craft 25' Constellation.
#2 is a Chrysler Hydro V 23' Commodore 486.

Two classic beauties requiring a lot of money to be brought back to their former glory.

Let me know, maybe I'll get one.
cheers
Patpel

 

[1fishbone]

Re: which boat should I get?

A picture is worth a thousand....
how about a link?

 

[patpel]

Re: which boat should I get?

Here are pictures of both boats in their prime

This is the Chris Craft Constellation

This one is the Chrysler Commodore

Make your mouth water doesn't it?
Patpel

 

[fat fanny]

Re: which boat should I get?

I like the Criss Craft thier quality has always been top notch!!!!!!!

 

[jonesg]

Re: which boat should I get?

Steer clear of the old wooden hull with twin engines unless you want to spend $20K+.

 

[MTboatguy]

Re: which boat should I get?

I would certainly invest in a professional survey before purchasing an older wood hulled boat, the cost could save you a heck of a lot of money..

 

[JBF 1962]

Re: which boat should I get?

Agreed on the prof survey. Never invest money in a boat without one. My choice, all else being equal, would for sure go with that sweet '59 Connie! Way classy boat

 

[garyq]

Re: which boat should I get?

I think the crysler one is fiberglass it would be a good pick too twin motors nice

 

[badkins50]

Re: which boat should I get?

Agreed on the prof survey. Never invest money in a boat without one. My choice, all else being equal, would for sure go with that sweet '59 Connie! Way classy boat

Agree 110%, that's just me though.

 

[oops!]

Re: which boat should I get?

while i like the chris craft.....

i would think that the engine/drive components would also be a deciding factor.

the cost of a new motor drive will run around 12k so if the boat you choose has a rusted out motor with an omc......it will all need to be replaced.

a lot to be weighed before purchase...do the math.

but the both look like a fun restoration

 

[Kootenay Cruiser]

Re: which boat should I get?

Yes I agree the Chriscraft is definately a classy boat, looks comfy for some extended weekend coastal cruising.

 

[jonesg]

Re: which boat should I get?

Maybe find something that looks like the chriscraft with a glass hull and a single screw. Theres a lot of free hulls out there.