Islander
07-22-2007, 05:48 PM
This is as original an example of an 18' 2+3 of this vintage as you will ever see. When I set out to look for an 18 I wanted a Chisolm era boat in perfect and untouched condition. After an extensive search I found this gem. It is original down to the Donzi bag and key float. This 2+3 lived in Michigan all of it's life under the care of two previous meticulous owners until I bought it in April of 2003. Since then it has been impeccably maintained and is in 100% perfect running order. The original gelcoat is beautiful and the combination of sky blue and baby blue is quite unusual. Original 350 Mercruiser runs flawlessly and pushes the boat to an honest 59 MPH measured by GPS. Exhaust manifolds were replaced with Stainless Marine units. Alpha drive was rebuilt and has about 30 hours of running time on it since. The interior was redone by the previous owner and is in very good shape.
The Rocket Aluminum single axle trailer was purchased new in 2003.
I have not run the boat more than 10 hours in the last two years and while it pains me to part with it, it is my reason for wanting to see it go to a new owner who will appreciate this little jewel. A few members of this board have seen the boat and could give a second opinion.
Boat is in Miami.
$13,900.00
mannyv@bellsouth.net
The Rocket Aluminum single axle trailer was purchased new in 2003.
I have not run the boat more than 10 hours in the last two years and while it pains me to part with it, it is my reason for wanting to see it go to a new owner who will appreciate this little jewel. A few members of this board have seen the boat and could give a second opinion.
Boat is in Miami.
$13,900.00
mannyv@bellsouth.net