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gcarter
04-10-2005, 05:41 PM
Well, I spent a little time this afternoon going through the registry looking at Minx's, and compiled this spread sheet.
I made some corrections, like Jim Haas's boat has changed hands and I added my own.
There has been some discussion about deciphering hull numbers, like the month of manufacture. If you look at the sheet, and consider the third from the right as the month, then Minx's were only produced in June or June and July of each year, makes sense to me.
Another thing, Chuck Reardons boat (#156) is claimed to be the last Minx built, yet Jeff Halls is #160. Both have the SST windshield.
Oh well, I'm sure no production expert.
I also know a number of these boats have changed owners. And then there was the one in Seattle that was totaled.
So let me know about any corrections, additions, or deletions. We could add colors, LE's, etc. Just let me know
After looking it over again, I already see some errors, I'll wait for some more input before I make corrections.




Donzi Minx Hulls 1986-1988
Number Owner Year Hull Number Month of Mfg Color
1 Joel Jones -NC 1985 DMR20001B585 February, 1985 Red/White
2
3 Kelly Boose-MI 1985 DMR20003D585 April, 1985 Blue/Honey 4
5 Mumf -BC 1985 DMR20005E585 May, 1985 Blue/White 6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14 -CA 1986 DMR20014F586 May,1985 BB/Bravo Blue/White/Red
15
16
17 Sean Gerovitz-FL 1986 DMR20017G586 July,1985 Blue/White/Red
18
19
20 John Spofford-RI 1986 DMR20020G586 July, 1985 Red/Honey
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34 Tony Nelson-AL 1986 DMR20034L586 December, 1985 Red/White
35
36
37 Ken Jones- FL 1986 DMR20037L586 December, 1985 BB/Bravo
38
39 Tony Hodgson-FL 1986 DMR20039L586 December, 1985 Blue/White/Red
40
41 Steven DeSpirt- FL 1986 DMR20041A686 January, 1986 Red/White
42
43
44 Mike Pankok -NJ1986 DMR20044A686 January, 1986 Red/Honey
45 Stephen Roberge-Me DMR20045A686 January, 1986 Navy/white
46
47
48
49
50 Gary Walls-MD 1986 DMR20050B686 February, 1986 Blue/White
51 James Kinnard- NJ 1986 DMR20051 686 Red/Honey
52
53
54
55
56 Dan Weaver-GA 1986 DMR20056C686 March,1986 Blue/White/Red
57
58
59 Peter Subowitz-FL 1986 DMR20059D686 April, 1986 Red/Honey
60 Unknown- NH 1986 DMR20060D686 April, 1986 Red/Honey
61 Joe Margo- NY 1986 DMR20061D686 April, 1986 Red/White
62
63
64 Ed Hodgkinson-NY 1986 DMR20064D686 May, 1986 Red/White
65
66 Dufus Kevlar- VA 1986 DMR20066E686 May, 1986 Blue/White LE?
67
68 Barry Nichols- AL 1986 DMR20068E586 May, 1986 Blue/White/Red
69
70 Unknown- Ont 1987 DMR20070F587 June, 1986 Blue/Honey/Red
71
72
73
74
75
76
77
78
79
80
81
82
83
84
85
86
87
88
89 David L Chase- NY 1987 DMR20089I686 September, 1986 Red/White
90
91
92
93
94
95
96 Andy Miller- VA 1987 DMR20096J687 October, 1986 Blue/White
97 Heath Maxwell- FL 1987 DMR20097J687 October, 1986 Blue/White
98
99 Robert Hudson- FL 1987 DMR20099J687 October, 1986 Red/White
100
101
102 Tim Morris- ONT 1987 DMR20102K687 November, 1986 Red/white
103
104 David Suero- FL 1987 DMR20104K687 November, 1986
105
106 Ross Barna- NY 1987 DMRCB106L687 December, 1986 Black/Grey/Red LE
107
108
109
110
111 David Holmes-AL 1987 DMRCB111A787 January, 1987 Black/Gray/Red LE
112
113 cbouch-NY 1987 DMRCB114A787 January, 1987
114
115 Bob Jankowski- FL 1987 DMRCB115A87 January, 1987 LE#8 Blue/White/Yellow
116
117
118 Tom Pero- MI 1987 DMRCB118B787 Februaty, 1987 LEBlack/Gray/Red 119 Jim Collins Sr-FL 1987 DMRCB119B787 Februaty, 1987 LE Black/Grey/Red 120
121
122
123
124 Randy Hibbard- CA 1987 DMRC124B787 Feb, 1987 LE Black/Grey/Red
125 Andy Phips-MI 1987 DMRC125C787 March, 1987 LE Black/Gray/Red
126
127 R. Tufvesson-Sweden 1987 DMRCB127C787 March, 1987 Blue/White
128 Carmen Cavada NC 1987 DMRCB128C787 March, 1987 LE Black/Gray/Red
129
130
131 Scott Smith- AL 1987 DMRCB131C787 March, 1987Blue/White/Red
132
133
134
135
136 Chris Engels 1987 DMRCB136D787 April, 1987 LE Black/Grey/Red
137
138 Dauley WI 1987 DMRCB138O787 May, 1987 Honey/Blue SS Alpha
139 Matt Burgess-FL 1987 DMRCB139E787 May, 1987 LE Black/Grey/Red
140
141 Dennis O'Shea-OH 1987 DMRCB141E787 May, 1987 red/white
142
143
144 Rod Lafond- NH 1988 DMRCB144F788 June, 1987
145
146
147
148
149
150
151
152
152
153
154 David Ramey- TN 1988 DMRCB154I788 September, 1987 Blue/Honey
155 John Britton- TN 1988 DMRCB155I788 September, 1987 Red
156 Chuck Reardon 1988 DMRCB156I788 September, 1987 Blue/whit
157
158
159
160 Jeff Hall- MN 1988 DMRCB160K788 November, 1987
161 Michael Harding- NC 1988 DMRCB161K788 November, 1987 Red
162
163 Joe Hahml- NH 1988 DMRCB163L788 November, 1987 Red/White
164 Jim Shooch- TX 1988 DMRCB164L788 December, 1987 Red/White
165 Barrie Clift- BC 1988 DMRCB165A888 January, 1988 Yellow/White
166 Bob Sanders- FL 1988 DMRCB166A888 January, 1988 25th An Gray/Red


Hull # Breakdown
Donzi Length = 20' Hull # Production Dates: Month & Year
A - January
B - February
C - March
D - April
E - May
F - June
G - July
H - August
I - September
J - October
K - November
L - December

HallJ
04-10-2005, 06:05 PM
Well, I spent a little time this afternoon going through the registry looking at Minx's, and compiled this spread sheet.
I made some corrections, like Jim Haas's boat has changed hands and I added my own.
There has been some discussion about deciphering hull numbers, like the month of manufacture. If you look at the sheet, and consider the third from the right as the month, then Minx's were only produced in June or June and July of each year, makes sense to me.
Another thing, Chuck Reardons boat (#156) is claimed to be the last Minx built, yet Jeff Halls is #160. Both have the SST windshield.
Oh well, I'm sure no production expert.
I also know a number of these boats have changed owners. And then there was the one in Seattle that was totaled.
So let me know about any corrections, additions, or deletions. We could add colors, LE's, etc. Just let me know



George,

I noticed the same thing about the production order.
If chuck's is documented to be the last Minx built,
then how does that explain my buld date and production number.

One explination is that any boat made after chuck's is called a 20 Classic?
That's what my title reads.

Another subject, You were running a Cleaver? what pitch? The previous owner told me that's what most of these came with.
I have a 23 quicksilver but, I would like to try a cleaver.

Thanks,
Jeff

gcarter
04-10-2005, 06:29 PM
Also #51 is an '87, while I'm sure it was built in '86.
All of this may have to do about when it was sold at retail. That could explain both of these incidences.
The original props seem to have been 23" Quicksilver cleavers.

BUIZILLA
04-10-2005, 06:47 PM
I gave Jim Collins all of my paperwork, but I am pretty sure mine was built in February '87, and delivered to Cataldo's in March of '87. Mad Dog can confirm.

JH

gcarter
04-10-2005, 07:17 PM
Jim, then the B in your former boat's # makes sense. In that case, mine was made in March.
I also noticed some of the numbers are incomplete, or are incorrect.
Aside from the sticker on the rear seat back, the number is molded into the transom and also above the forward engine air inlet on the starboard side of the deck.
I'm ready to add some more boats.

RNELEMS
04-10-2005, 08:16 PM
We bought one of the first Minx's when Dick Genth bought Donzi in 1985? An 86 model I think,will find the serial # this week. It was red/white,Merc 300 Tempest if memory recals. Original owner still has it,last summer when I saw it it had 41 hours,still appears brand new, not for sale at any price I am told,saving it for his grandkids.

boldts
04-11-2005, 11:51 AM
George,

I'd like to see an e-mail addy for all these Minx owners on the list. Maybe to late now, but it sure would be cool to see all these boats and their owners in Kentucky in May. Also, then I could bug each and every one of the owners to buy their boats when things turn around for me. LOL Nice list, but it looks like a lot of investigation work still to do with so many blank lines. If you run across a blue and tan Minx that was sent to Buckeye Lake, OH. I'd like to meet the owner.

gcarter
04-21-2005, 10:17 PM
Take a new look at the list. I made some corrections, added one boat, added an explanation of the hull numbers, and changed all the build dates.
After examining the numbers, it looks like at least the first 37 1986 model boats were built in 1985. I believe this would have been before Staples bought Donzi. Pretty interesting.
I'm looking for more input.
Maybe Poodle or someone could save this in PDF.

1996Z15
04-22-2005, 08:40 PM
George,

I sold my Minx last summer to someone in NH. I would have kept it but my wife and I don't have the same days off and I wasn't into going out by myself. Besides, I wanted to do so much to the boat and finances would not allow it. Hopefully the new owner will restore the boat and enjoy it. BTW, you did a great job with yours.

Dave

gcarter
04-22-2005, 08:53 PM
Thanks for responding Dave. What was your hull #?
Maybe you can do it again later when times are better for it. :yes:

1996Z15
04-22-2005, 09:00 PM
George I had hull number DMR20060D686. It was a red and honey Minx with the Mercruiser 350 Magnum / Apha drive. Not too terribly fast but it looked awesome in the water.
I don't know if I'll own another boat; I was always so concerned about taking it in the salt water for fear of ruining the boat.

gcarter
04-22-2005, 09:07 PM
It's always easy enough to prepare it for salt water, like closed cooling.
Just something to think about. :)

Knot Slow
04-25-2005, 09:09 AM
:) found out yesterday my 86 donzi is a minx!how rear is this boat ,i will poast the hull #s for the list.

Cuda
04-25-2005, 09:10 PM
:) found out yesterday my 86 donzi is a minx!how rear is this boat ,i will poast the hull #s for the list.
I've heard 150 or so were built. George?

BUIZILLA
04-25-2005, 09:22 PM
I think the number is 164...

JH

gcarter
04-26-2005, 06:26 AM
I think the number is 164...

JH
Wow Jim, That's good to know! I'll have to add more spaces.
Who was your source?
:wavey:

Knot Slow
04-26-2005, 02:57 PM
Well, I spent a little time this afternoon going through the registry looking at Minx's, and compiled this spread sheet.
I made some corrections, like Jim Haas's boat has changed hands and I added my own.
There has been some discussion about deciphering hull numbers, like the month of manufacture. If you look at the sheet, and consider the third from the right as the month, then Minx's were only produced in June or June and July of each year, makes sense to me.
Another thing, Chuck Reardons boat (#156) is claimed to be the last Minx built, yet Jeff Halls is #160. Both have the SST windshield.
Oh well, I'm sure no production expert.
I also know a number of these boats have changed owners. And then there was the one in Seattle that was totaled.
So let me know about any corrections, additions, or deletions. We could add colors, LE's, etc. Just let me know
After looking it over again, I already see some errors, I'll wait for some more input before I make corrections.hey i found my numbers DMR20017G586 then there is a tc:1177998 -1986dmr ,so do i have a minx?

BUIZILLA
04-26-2005, 03:11 PM
Minx 20
hull #17
1986, July I think...

gcarter
04-26-2005, 07:08 PM
Hello again KS;
Donzi introduced the 1986 Minx in the fall of 1985. Yours, being a very early boat, was built in July of 1985.
I'll add it to the list, but it would be nice to have a name to go with it.

BUIZILLA
04-26-2005, 07:19 PM
Come to think of it, maybe it was 156 total.... the red Testa's is the amount i'm unsure of, to balance the total out. Wasn't there a Testarossa Minx ?
Trying to remember who I talked to/emailed with 2 years ago, that had the accurate Minx build-out info too... he had the exact breakdown by models within the Minx line-up.

JH

Knot Slow
04-28-2005, 07:13 AM
Hello again KS;
Donzi introduced the 1986 Minx in the fall of 1985. Yours, being a very early boat, was built in July of 1985.
I'll add it to the list, but it would be nice to have a name to go with it.sorry about that-Sean Gerovitz is my name,Hallandale Beach ,Fla-thank you.

CHACHI
05-05-2005, 10:25 AM
Well, I spent a little time this afternoon going through the registry looking at Minx's, and compiled this spread sheet.
I made some corrections, like Jim Haas's boat has changed hands and I added my own.
There has been some discussion about deciphering hull numbers, like the month of manufacture. If you look at the sheet, and consider the third from the right as the month, then Minx's were only produced in June or June and July of each year, makes sense to me.
Another thing, Chuck Reardons boat (#156) is claimed to be the last Minx built, yet Jeff Halls is #160. Both have the SST windshield.
Oh well, I'm sure no production expert.
I also know a number of these boats have changed owners. And then there was the one in Seattle that was totaled.
So let me know about any corrections, additions, or deletions. We could add colors, LE's, etc. Just let me know
After looking it over again, I already see some errors, I'll wait for some more input before I make corrections.George, First let me say thanks for the undertaking of trying to figure this out. My Minx is a Honey Brown/ Blue with red pinstripe. Engine is a 350 Mag with a Alpha outdrive. I'm spinning a 23 cleaver. Top end per the speedo is mid 60's. I also have a S/S lower unit that I have run on the boat with no significant change in top end. I removed the S/S last year after loosing an impeller at the 1000 Islands run. I basically use the S/S for the shallow water in my bay. My boat is completely stock. I even have the stock plug wires on it. I also have 4 inch exhaust thru hull above the top of the outdrive. I have seen Minx's with 3 inch exhaust at the water line (or very close). My engine vents are on the side of the deck with a vent facing foward and a vent facing aft. I have also seen a Minx with engine vents like a 22's (are you reading this Tim?) I am the third owner of the boat. It has spent all its life in New York State, first around the Buffalo area, Then to Mayfield, Great Sacandaga Lake and now up at the 1000 Islands. Once again thaks. Ken Ciocci

Tim Morris
05-06-2005, 09:17 AM
Read you loud & clear Ken. My Minx is red sides & stripe, same power and exhaust as Ken's -with Silent Choice added. Clam shell vents like the 22's. Purchased new in Winter Garden FLA just a couple of days after they did in Mr. Aronow. Replaced full cover, carpet & steering wheel (have originals) so far, otherwise the way it was delivered. About 475 hrs.

gcarter
05-06-2005, 12:28 PM
Read you loud & clear Ken. My Minx is red sides & stripe, same power and exhaust as Ken's -with Silent Choice added. Clam shell vents like the 22's. Purchased new in Winter Garden FLA just a couple of days after they did in Mr. Aronow. Replaced full cover, carpet & steering wheel (have originals) so far, otherwise the way it was delivered. About 475 hrs.
Tim, I think I may be able to obtain some side vents if your interested.

Tim Morris
05-06-2005, 01:07 PM
Tim, I think I may be able to obtain some side vents if your interested.

I appreciate the offer George, but I like what I have. Is there any consensus on side vs. the clam shell vents? One or the other more prevalent? Maybe
a cut off date/reg# that anyone can determine.

gcarter
05-06-2005, 02:54 PM
I appreciate the offer George, but I like what I have. Is there any consensus on side vs. the clam shell vents? One or the other more prevalent? Maybe
a cut off date/reg# that anyone can determine.
Tim, yours is the only one w/ top clamshell vents I've seen. Period.
I think the side vents allow for twice as much area, four 3" holes per side.

joseph m. hahnl
05-21-2005, 09:05 PM
George: Well it apears that my minx is #163 made in december. I have the owners manual and it is for a minx not a classic. i am having trouble locating my title i stuck it some where when i find it I'll let you Know if it says classic or minx.. i sent you the hull #'s via e-mail.
ps if it is a classic remember the debate about windshields
classics came stock with windshields and trim tabs ther'll be hell to pay for that
accusation :kaioken:


joe:yippie:

gcarter
05-22-2005, 08:17 PM
Thanks Scott.
You obviously have some info I'm not privy to.
I'll try to figure this out.

ChromeGorilla
05-22-2005, 10:34 PM
the eyetalian windshield....


LMAO you kill me dude! :biggrin:

joseph m. hahnl
05-23-2005, 05:52 PM
george: i found my title. this is the original title when the boat was purchased from the dealer. doesn't say minx or classic. the date of issue was 4-11-88 and the purchase date was 3-18-88.



joe

gcarter
05-23-2005, 10:03 PM
Joe,

What's the HIN on the original MSO???
Scott, he emailed it to me.
DMRCB163I788
#163 really raises the mark......Hmmmmmmm.....
I'm beginning to think maybe Donzi didn't build any Minx's in '88.
What do you think?

BUIZILLA
05-23-2005, 10:21 PM
My original info was 164 built... this one above would be a November '87 build, #163?
I am pretty sure mine was built in March/April '87 and delivered to Cataldo's in April.

JH

gcarter
06-07-2005, 05:51 PM
Well, I updated the original Word Document with all the new info I have. I also corrected the build dates for the 1988 boats.
Take a look and if you see anything missing, i.e., color, some don't have owner names, one has a screen name, etc.

RNELEMS
06-18-2005, 06:33 PM
My friend came by today in the Minx he ordered from me in late 1985. #DMR20034L586. Red/White,Merc 300 Tempest. Boat has been in a dry stack marina from day one,never rained on,never been left outside overnight. 51 hours freswater,never left Smith Lake,Al. Condition is it looks like it just left the plant as a new 05. He gets it out about once a year for a couple of hours and puts it back up. I asked him today what he would take for it,he laughed at said it was not for sale at any price. He was originally going to give it to his sons,now he said he will save it for his grandsons. Gotta respect that. For your records, it is registered to Tony Nelson,Jasper,Al

gcarter
06-18-2005, 08:40 PM
Thank you Robert. I'll update the list just as soon as I have time.

gcarter
06-22-2005, 09:11 PM
Well, take a look at #1 and you'll see I pasted the doc right into the thread!!!
Why didn't I think of that before? :confused:

:wavey:

SS18
07-13-2005, 08:56 AM
I have owned Minx # 51 for a little more than 3 years now. I bought it from Tom who represented it as perfect (not) but anyway please update your list My name is James E. Kennard
Thanks JIm

gcarter
07-23-2005, 07:08 AM
Well, I've been fortunate and added a few more pieces of info.
I'm missing a few names, and the colors on a few boats.
If you see anything missing, PM me and I'll fill it in.
And in case you didn't know, the list is now pasted on #1 on page one of this thread.

lmsac00
08-10-2005, 10:32 PM
My friend came by today in the Minx he ordered from me in late 1985. #DMR20034L586. Red/White,Merc 300 Tempest. Boat has been in a dry stack marina from day one,never rained on,never been left outside overnight. 51 hours freswater,never left Smith Lake,Al. Condition is it looks like it just left the plant as a new 05. He gets it out about once a year for a couple of hours and puts it back up. I asked him today what he would take for it,he laughed at said it was not for sale at any price. He was originally going to give it to his sons,now he said he will save it for his grandsons. Gotta respect that. For your records, it is registered to Tony Nelson,Jasper,Al
hello robert, lenny here , i just wanted to say hello :wavey: and thanks for the nice boat. do you still have the 16 with the rebuilt motor? enjoying the baby blue 18, regards lenny

DonziDave
08-12-2005, 09:11 PM
George - Glad to see you picked up the DMR # for Minx #001 from my earlier post. The boat is owned by Joel Jones here in Charlotte, NC. Joel has a boat repair yard and is a master craftsman and old friend. He is in the process of restoration. The boat is in very good condition and in good running shape....just cosmetics...interior etc. Knowing Joel, when he finishes it, it will be concours. Boat is red hull with white deck/red stripe.
Dave

gcarter
08-12-2005, 10:04 PM
Thanks Dave, for that info. I already fixed the list. I'm truly glad you stepped up, it makes a great contribution to the history of these boats.

gcarter
12-15-2005, 05:18 PM
Bump!!
I've added some more...
see list on page 1.

DAULEY
08-22-2006, 10:00 PM
another one for ya george DMRCB1380787
honey and blue alpha ss 320efi

gcarter
08-23-2006, 04:14 AM
another one for ya george DMRCB1380787
honey and blue alpha ss 320efi
Thank you!!:)
Is it there in Wisconsin, and do you have a name?

BTW, someone just emailed me with #3!!! WOW!!:eek!:
I'll have to add both of these soon.

VetteLT193
07-10-2007, 07:48 AM
Don't want to totally drag an old thread up, but I'm picking up my new Minx friday (I got backed up, I was supposed to already have it by now).

It's a 1988 25th anniversary (they were gray/red)

What's most interesting is the hull #.

DMRCB166A888

gcarter
07-10-2007, 08:11 AM
Thanks for posting.
I'm always amazed at what pops given enough time.
I'll add it later today.
Does it have a Ford engine and OMC drive???

VetteLT193
07-10-2007, 08:40 AM
Does it have a Ford engine and OMC drive???

Merc Alpha 1 / 350 :wink:
Italian windshield
Standard controls (I really wish it had the zero efforts though)

I'm not sure if there were any other options available? They all seem pretty much the same other than the engine / windshield / controls.

Does anyone know what the windshield option cost back then? I'm just curious:)

cutwater
07-10-2007, 09:25 AM
George -

Hull 155 (Slacker's old boat) is now in Knoxville TN. Fitted with OMC hardware, original equipment was OMC 350 SBC/Cobra outdrive. Testarossa edition/Italian windshield.

Thanks,
John

gcarter
07-10-2007, 09:27 AM
I'm not sure the windshield was an option at all. They weren't selling many by that time and this may have been standard.

Cuda
07-10-2007, 09:13 PM
I'm not sure the windshield was an option at all. They weren't selling many by that time and this may have been standard.
I'm pretty sure you are right. I also think that's why some are Merc powered, and some OMC powered. I think they used up all the Merc stuff they had, then switched to OMC.

chappy
07-11-2007, 06:50 AM
Funny this thread popped back up. This past weekend I ran with #141, very cool to see an original 320 efi running in person.:cool:

Rich

VetteLT193
07-11-2007, 06:54 AM
I'm pretty sure you are right. I also think that's why some are Merc powered, and some OMC powered. I think they used up all the Merc stuff they had, then switched to OMC.

I thought that OMC bought them in late 88 or 89? I haven't seen any '88 22 classics with OMC engines, they seem to start in '89, but I sure haven't seen them all:(

gcarter
07-11-2007, 08:54 AM
I thought that OMC bought them in late 88 or 89? I haven't seen any '88 22 classics with OMC engines, they seem to start in '89, but I sure haven't seen them all:(
There's a post in my 454 thread by someone who had a '88 22 Testarossa w/ a Ford 460 and King Cobra.....

handfulz28
07-11-2007, 09:44 AM
There are two Minx' for sale on east coast of FL. One in Melbourne, blue and one in Stuart, black. Are the owners on the forum? Or do we know any details?

VetteLT193
07-11-2007, 10:17 AM
There are two Minx' for sale on east coast of FL. One in Melbourne, blue and one in Stuart, black. Are the owners on the forum? Or do we know any details?

I think both boats are reasonably priced. It's hard to get any Donzi in that price range.

The Melbourne boat is a 454 / alpha 1 boat. I didn't like the interior (redone with the fake pleats, it's a budget job) and I didn't like the missing windshield pieces (the sides are gone).

The black one in S. Fla has new power, but needs new interior and a paint job big time. The deck stripe is nuked, seats are original and just worn out.

I *think* the Melbourne one might be sold...

cutwater
07-11-2007, 10:28 AM
I'm not sure the windshield was an option at all. They weren't selling many by that time and this may have been standard.

Probably right George. The brochure you posted says optional, but it seems that most of the last hulls have the Italian windshield. Still, if it says optional, at some point there was probably an up-charge for the stainless windshield? I wonder how much?


I'm pretty sure you are right. I also think that's why some are Merc powered, and some OMC powered. I think they used up all the Merc stuff they had, then switched to OMC.

Cuda, I've never seen another OMC-fitted Minx. I'm thinking mine was maybe a leftover hull into '89 (maybe the Testarossas didn't sell well). There were at least 11 hulls produced after mine, and as far as I know all of them, including the very last, were Mercruiser boats.

handfulz28
07-11-2007, 11:46 AM
Thanks Vette for that info.

VetteLT193
07-11-2007, 01:01 PM
There's a post in my 454 thread by someone who had a '88 22 Testarossa w/ a Ford 460 and King Cobra.....

Of course I saw that about 5 minutes after I posted... Doh!

I assume Donzi, and other manufacturers were offering OMC as options back then... and some buyers opted for it. Anyone have an original brochure, order sheet, or otherwise to find out?

I remember before OMC bought into Donzi they were really marketing hard against merc.

gcarter
07-11-2007, 01:03 PM
The "standard" frameless windshield was notoriously troublesome and ill fitting.
Budmann told me that for every 50 windshields ordered, 15 were unusable. I can imagine the Berenzoni (Italian) windshields were much easier to work with.
BTW, the side pieces should be a piece of cake to replace.

VetteLT193
07-11-2007, 01:06 PM
Thanks Vette for that info.

Hope it helps, I've been looking for a loooong time.

If you are handy, and don't mind getting into a couple of projects (paint), I doubt you can lose on either of those boats (not including your time of course).

gcarter
07-11-2007, 01:12 PM
If you want to go a little further than paint, here's a thread of my Minx restoration; :wink:

http://www.donzi.net/forums/showthread.php?t=36703

gcarter
07-11-2007, 09:36 PM
I wonder what the couple of Minx's shipped sans power ended up with???
I assume you know what #'s they were?????

Tony
07-11-2007, 10:29 PM
I ran into a special edition Minx on Crystal Lake in Michigan last week. It has black hullsides and deck stripe with red pinstripe highlights. The interior is a very cool looking grey with red piping. All original, with the owner's packet and everything. The owner is Greg Cole, I'll try to get him to get online with his details.

Tim Morris
07-12-2007, 06:34 AM
154/55 should be OMC boats AIR.. 151 was supposed to be the beginning of the OMC Minx's, but there were delivery issued with the power packages...
I wonder what the couple of Minx's shipped sans power ended up with???


That's interesting; I didn't know a couple went out the door without power.

Back in the day, when I bought mine in '87, I tried like hell to purchase without power. Reason was the Cdn $ value. Landed here, my all in costs
with power was $42K Cdn. That was a ton back then; a big part was the
-70 cent Cdn dollar exchange.

If I remember correctly, I paid $24,750 US with warranty. I should dig it out.

Tim Morris
07-12-2007, 09:36 AM
Isnt yours the one that lacks side vents, but has the classic scoops??? Sorry, I dont have my pictures of it here...

Lacks? My optimistic nature suggests that those other Minx's lack the
classic scoops. You are right - no side vents on mine.

You saw it a couple of years ago at 100K Isles. Good memory you have.

CHACHI
07-12-2007, 09:51 AM
Only Minx I have seen with these vents, must'a been a Monday or a Friday boat.
Ken

Tim Morris
07-12-2007, 10:34 AM
You would know about Mondays or Fridays?
With a 5-6 hr trip to your spot in 1K Isles every weekend,
these days are lost, no production happens!

You would think a 'MinxGuy' would have seen a few Minx's.

Look again - no side vents! (It's a wannabe classic for sure)

gcarter
07-12-2007, 11:39 AM
Only one I know of.

cutwater
07-12-2007, 03:38 PM
154/55 should be OMC boats AIR.. 151 was supposed to be the beginning of the OMC Minx's, but there were delivery issued with the power packages...
I wonder what the couple of Minx's shipped sans power ended up with???

Poodle, are there any other OMC Minx's besides 154/155? Do you know the owner of 154?

Tim Morris
07-13-2007, 07:12 AM
Dick Genth actually had to sign off on that change to the boat...

WOW! You know stuff I've never come across, anything else?
I have a letter from Dick Genth, May '87; gotta dig that out too.

I'll try and bypass my age/memory 'senior moment' thing and get up some
original paper work for scrutiny. I know where it is, it just ain't here.

Tim Morris
07-16-2007, 10:06 AM
O.K., let's see If I've got this scanner up properly...

Check out the John Crouse column from Powerboat, May 1987 -
first three paragraphs talk about the demise of Mr. Aronow.

Then check out the date on the invoice when I purchased the Minx.

Kinda spooky.

VetteLT193
07-16-2007, 10:14 AM
Tim, how does your Minx run with that cleaver? what kind of power do you have and what pitch is it?

My brother swears by cleavers on the 22C, and after our ride in my Minx this weekend he said I should run a 23p cleaver.

Cuda
07-16-2007, 11:48 AM
Tim, how does your Minx run with that cleaver? what kind of power do you have and what pitch is it?
My brother swears by cleavers on the 22C, and after our ride in my Minx this weekend he said I should run a 23p cleaver.
I ran a 23 cleaver on my Minx.

VetteLT193
07-16-2007, 12:04 PM
I ran a 23 cleaver on my Minx.

Can you refresh my memory on your HP, top speed and cruise speed?

I spinning a standard 23p prop now, and it feels too big. My brother opened it all the way up on the test run and said he really had to trim it out to get the engine to spin all the way up. My engine is not stock, but it isn't heavily modified either (different cam)

donzi2287
07-16-2007, 12:18 PM
I think you need to step up to a 22 classic!!!!!!

Tim Morris
07-16-2007, 12:31 PM
I ran a 23 cleaver on my Minx.

Yes, 23 cleaver is the answer. 60 - 61 all stock Mag 350.

I have a Mirage as well, that that's a rock cutter.

Cuda
07-16-2007, 02:30 PM
It had a 350 putting out around 325 to 350 horses. I never got a gps reading at top speed, but it was fast enough to suit me.:wink:

Never felt it was over propped, and I think the cleaver helped with the torque lean.

gcarter
07-16-2007, 02:34 PM
My very worst handling problem in my Minx was with a labbed 25" cleaver.
Changed props, it never happened again.

Cuda
07-16-2007, 02:41 PM
I'm pretty sure I took these pictures at the same time. We were running against the current in the river, but it's not a lot. The gps is reading 37.1 while the tach is just over 3000. This is with no trim.

VetteLT193
07-17-2007, 07:09 AM
I think you need to step up to a 22 classic!!!!!!

I haven't even gotten all the brown off the hull bottom and you are already trying to get me into a new boat!

VetteLT193
07-17-2007, 07:10 AM
I'm pretty sure I took these pictures at the same time. We were running against the current in the river, but it's not a lot. The gps is reading 37.1 while the tach is just over 3000. This is with no trim.

Thanks Cuda, looks like one nice day to be out in a boat:)

CHACHI
07-23-2007, 06:08 AM
My Minx ran 61-62 with a 23 cleaver. Never had a handling problem.
Ken

joseph m. hahnl
06-07-2008, 08:54 AM
I think you need to step up to a 22 classic!!!!!!



You mean step down. Don't you?:wink:

VetteLT193
06-10-2008, 07:01 AM
You mean step down. Don't you?:wink:

BTW: No one should take any offense to donzi2287's post. He is my brother and of course we give each other a hard time:)

minxclassic20
07-01-2008, 07:16 PM
I just bought number 97 a couple weeks ago, and its in perfect condition.
I am Heath Maxwell from Dothan, AL DMR20097J687 October 1986 Blue/White

onesubdrvr
07-01-2008, 07:22 PM
I just bought number 97 a couple weeks ago, and its in perfect condition.
I am Heath Maxwell from Dothan, AL DMR20097J687 October 1986 Blue/White
Heath,

Welcome to the Registry!

The Minx is a beautiful boat, and we'd all like to see pictures of it ;)

Wayne

VetteLT193
07-02-2008, 07:07 AM
I just bought number 97 a couple weeks ago, and its in perfect condition.
I am Heath Maxwell from Dothan, AL DMR20097J687 October 1986 Blue/White

Is that the one that was on eBay? Looked really nice and original in the pictures if it is the same one.

Welcome to the Donzi World. Check out the Homecoming in the events part of the forum, it's in Destin this year, not too far from you!

seano
01-06-2014, 12:01 PM
I just picked up #99. Decent shape except for the interior is shot(new on on order) and the floor cracks that appear to be standard equipment. :)

gcarter
01-06-2014, 04:56 PM
Sean, if you'll send me your full name, I know you're from CT, I'll add the info to the list.

RBT
01-09-2014, 07:29 PM
I have one too, if I can get to it ( snow ) I will get the hull number.
Red/honey. Has a bravo and 300 mpi now.

VetteLT193
07-08-2020, 07:48 PM
Was looking for my old boat and found this one... unless I'm seeing something wrong they built at least 168! https://www.bigthundermarine.com/inv/1988-DONZI-20-MINX-Lake-Ozark-MO-003656/#mainpic

Rich
09-22-2020, 05:00 AM
Was looking for my old boat and found this one... unless I'm seeing something wrong they built at least 168! https://www.bigthundermarine.com/inv/1988-DONZI-20-MINX-Lake-Ozark-MO-003656/#mainpic

Vette

You're right, the HIN sure looks like it's Hull #168. I have Hull #64 which is essentially the identical boat. When I saw this ad, I used the photo's to see any changes that Donzi may have made. 104 hulls later and they still used that horrible engine hatch prop rod:mad:. Regardless, love the boat.

Rich

DamDonziMinx
02-17-2021, 10:19 AM
I would like my 87 listed
Daniel Marullo Sept 86
DMR20088I687

Yellow sides white deck yellow stripe
White interior red pinstripe red carpet
Boca Raton Fl

Seachaser26
03-03-2021, 11:35 AM
Looking for a Donzi I sold in 1971
1965 19’ Donzi Tilted as “Don Aronow Experimental TRI- Hull”
Powered by a Holman Moody built Ford 289 with an Eaton Out-drive.
Purchased in Miami, Florida in the fall of 1968, I trailer'd back to Ohio
(behind a 1968 Chevy Corvette). Has anyone seen it?

88220

Morgan's Cloud
03-04-2021, 12:27 PM
Looking for a Donzi I sold in 1971
1965 19’ Donzi Tilted as “Don Aronow Experimental TRI- Hull”
Powered by a Holman Moody built Ford 289 with an Eaton Out-drive.
Purchased in Miami, Florida in the fall of 1968, I trailer'd back to Ohio
(behind a 1968 Chevy Corvette). Has anyone seen it?



For best coverage you should have started a new thread for this and not attached it to this Minx topic.

But that said , I've seen a lot of non Aronow boats with Donzi , Magnum and (especially) Cigarette logos on them but this one has me wondering for sure.
Do you have any more pics , like showing the interior , etc ?

DamDonziMinx
03-10-2021, 06:54 AM
I would like my 87 listed
Daniel Marullo Sept 86
DMR20088I687
Yellow sides white deck yellow stripe
White interior red pinstripe red carpet
Boca Raton Fl

I have not been able to have my information listed
I have sent an email to Gary as well.
Any helo would be appreciated.

DamDonziMinx
03-20-2021, 10:44 AM
George please add my boat to the registry.

I had posted the info early. Not sure how often the website is updated.

yeller
03-20-2021, 11:11 AM
Sadly, George is no longer with us. RIP my friend.

To be honest, I don't know how often the admins check this site, so don't hold your breath waiting for a response. Unfortunately, (like most forums) this site isn't nearly as active as it use to be.

In the meantime....Welcome. Forum rule number one is all members must post pics of their boat. :biggrin.:

Ghost
03-28-2021, 09:22 AM
For best coverage you should have started a new thread for this and not attached it to this Minx topic.

But that said , I've seen a lot of non Aronow boats with Donzi , Magnum and (especially) Cigarette logos on them but this one has me wondering for sure.
Do you have any more pics , like showing the interior , etc ?

Same here, this one and his direct experience makes me think it’s real. Never seen one, but it’s intriguing.

Morgan's Cloud
03-28-2021, 12:23 PM
Same here, this one and his direct experience makes me think it’s real. Never seen one, but it’s intriguing.

There's a lot of interesting designs/builds that were definitely not in the same genre as his Deep V hulls that are pretty much unknown about. Well , maybe I should not say 'a lot' but definitely 'some' .
Going by the photos , if this shows it's original condition , the things that caught my eye were the the curve on the hull/deck joint common to the classics and also on the transom like the original 18 Barrelback. Looks like it has the raised lip on the deck surrounding the cockpit as in the original classics too. Add the color/graphics and the left hand helm with Covico steering wheel. One other thing .. It's a small boat but it has an I/O , and an old Eaton drive by the look of it. I would believe that the Donzi 16 was probably one of the few small boats that got that then 'new technology' so it's not beyond the realms of comprehension to see a link .
I hope the OP comes back with more info .

Ghost
03-28-2021, 12:40 PM
There's a lot of interesting designs/builds that were definitely not in the same genre as his Deep V hulls that are pretty much unknown about. Well , maybe I should not say 'a lot' but definitely 'some' .
Going by the photos , if this shows it's original condition , the things that caught my eye were the the curve on the hull/deck joint common to the classics and also on the transom like the original 18 Barrelback. Looks like it has the raised lip on the deck surrounding the cockpit as in the original classics too. Add the color/graphics and the left hand helm with Covico steering wheel. One other thing .. It's a small boat but it has an I/O , and an old Eaton drive by the look of it. I would believe that the Donzi 16 was probably one of the few small boats that got that then 'new technology' so it's not beyond the realms of comprehension to see a link .
I hope the OP comes back with more info .

Agreed on all fronts. Good to see you again, Steve. Been too long.

Ghost
03-28-2021, 12:42 PM
Did some searching, found this:

https://www.offshoreonly.com/forums/classic-offshore/274831-killer-classic-donzi-craigs.html

Morgan's Cloud
03-28-2021, 05:03 PM
Did some searching, found this:

https://www.offshoreonly.com/forums/classic-offshore/274831-killer-classic-donzi-craigs.html

I am always amazed how many times an older thread comes up that I can't recall ever seeing before as much time as I spend over there.
It sure looks like the same thing but I keep reminding my ( somewhat skeptical) self that he said that he bought the above boat himself new in '68 in Miami and I'd tend to believe that back then there wasn't as many (or any) people as there is now putting Aronow related boat decals on whatever they had and then trying to fob them off as rare or experimental prototypes.
Unfortunately it looks like the OP has disappeared for a while.

And all the best to you too Mike . Hope everyone is staying safe in these trying times.

mattyboy
04-01-2021, 07:51 AM
Don did have an experimental tri hull i think he was researching surface tension but it was A LOT BIGGER than the boat posted

chip w
04-01-2021, 08:28 AM
Don did have an experimental tri hull i think he was researching surface tension but it was A LOT BIGGER than the boat posted

That certainly isn't one of the better looking hulls and decks! :eek: