CC Barracuda Serial Number

I just bought what I was told was a 1966 Correct Craft Barracuda SS. I haven't picked it up yet but was told that the serial number is RS-2007. That just doesn't sound right to me. Is there a list of serial numbers that covers boats that old? Can anyone tell me the years the Barracuda was made...from when to when? It looks like the 1969 I restored aside from the engine box. Any help would be appreciated.

The engine is a Chrysler 318...of that much I'm sure. I 'ma buying the boat without a title. The seller "thinks" it's a 1966 but admits that he really doesn't know. I'd just like to know what I bought. My restoration plans are indefinite. I haven't actually seen the boat. The condition will determine what I do and to what extent.

Haven't seen it? Hope you got it for a song, these boats can be... Cluster****s when not taken care of

Nautilus wrote: Exactly where is the serial number located on a Barracuda? I've seen the photos. It's 100% complete and running...real decent shape, perfect glass windshield, good chrome, etc. And yes, I got a good deal.

The hull ID number, if it is still there, will be on an aluminum plate about 1 X 3 inches that is nailed to the port-side (left-hand side, for landlubbers) engine stringer between the front and the rear engine mount. That was the case until 1969-70, when the USCG ruled that it would be on the forward starboard-side coaming on our type of boat. Later is was required that it would be engraved in the transom.

On your barracuda, if the aluminum plate is gone, you might be able to find the HID number on some of the wooden parts of the boat if they are original. The back side of the fuel tank cover is a good bet. Some were written on the back side of the dashboard. If you have wooden seats, could be on some of the panels inside, or if you're lucky, on the bottoms.

OK, after a another conversation with the seller, I was able to determine that the serial number is BSS-2007. Anyone know what year that indicates?

Thanks...that almost certainly makes it a 1968. I can't remember how to post a photo here but the steering wheel is not original so that's no help.

If someone will re-educate me as to how to load photos, I'll post some of the Barracuda which I brought home today.

OK...here's the Barracuda as found/purchased.

What a beautiful boat! The hull looks to be in great condition. Based on the seats, side panels, rear vents and pylon, I'd say definitely a '68.

I know you well enough to know that you wouldn't like the plans I have for the boat so I'll keep them to myself. However, the guy I purchased it from told me that he was going to brush the entire boat with Thompson's Water Seal to make it shiny again and so it would shed water. I have to believe that the boat will be better off with my plans than his.

That boat is beautiful and will come back like this one did with wet sanding.


You do beautiful custom work, but that boat is so well preserved...

I'll trade you this boat here, which is begging for a custom restoration job, plus money.

Great find! Could you take a close up of the center console area where the Barracuda SS script is. I have been trying to figure out what the "SS" logo actually looks like. Mine is long gone and I have never seen one.

Thanks

The boat is in storage. Send me an email. I'll send you a close-up photo of the SS badge in the next few days.

The photos belie the actual condition of the gelcoat. You can't see the 10,000+ little cracks and spider webs. Buffing the topsides would be pointless. Either painting or re-gel-coating is a must. Thanks for the offer but I plan to keep this boat for myself. It took me two years to find the right one at the right price in the right location. I'd never be that fortunate again.

That boat was on ebay, Georgia, right?