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17 Feet 1947 Century
17 Feet 1947 Century
$16,000 (USD)
Boat ID: 48473
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For Sale: 1947 Century Sea Maid 17' Runabout – Classic Restoration Project with Major Work Completed! Here’s your chance to own a beautiful piece of boating history! This stunning 1947 Century Sea Maid 17' runabout is an incredible restoration opportunity, with most of the heavy lifting already completed. All parts and accessories are included—she just needs some light woodwork, final assembly, and finishing touches to get her back on the water. Key Features & Work Completed: Brand-New 5200 No-Soak Bottom – Professionally done, valued at over $30,000 Refinished Hull – Fully stripped and re-bunged including the transom Keel Repaired – Along with multiple structural frame pieces and chines Original African Mahogany Planking – All intact except the top two portside planks, which have been replaced Professionally Restored Gauges and a brand-new bow light All Original Chrome Hardware Included – May need polishing or optional re-chroming Original Sea Foam Upholstery – Included in poor condition, but a brand-new A&A replacement upholstery kit comes with the boat Engine: Comes with a completely rebuilt Chrysler M7 Crown Straight-Six—a reliable and period-correct powerplant. Trailer: A single-axle trailer is also available. It’s not perfect but includes new tires and wheel bearings. May require new bunks and some minor work to be fully road-ready. This is the perfect classic boat project for an enthusiast or family looking to bring a vintage beauty back to life. With most of the major work completed and all parts included, you’re well on your way to enjoying this head-turner on the water. Don’t miss this rare opportunity—complete packages like this are hard to find!