1963 Correct Craft value
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Topic: 1963 Correct Craft value
Posted By: tcap
Subject: 1963 Correct Craft value
Date Posted: October-05-2016 at 11:08pm
| Hello looking to see if anyone can help put a value on a 63 Correct Craft Ski boat 16'. It has a 6cyl gray marine engine and has been restored. Thanks in advance for your help. |
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Posted By: 75 Tique
Date Posted: October-05-2016 at 11:48pm
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Welcome. You are in MA, Just tow it down to Tim's in CT, He'll take it. OK, seriously, folks here are going to ask for pictures to help you put a value on it. Also, some things you can't see: stringer condition, performance. ------------- _____________ “So, how was your weekend?” “Well, let me see…sun burn, stiff neck, screwed up back, assorted aches and pains….yup, my weekend was great, thanks for asking.” |
Posted By: Donald80SN
Date Posted: October-05-2016 at 11:51pm
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restored can have several meanings. It could of been brought back to factory original condition or heavy modified. ------------- 1980 Ski Nautique SOLD Back to Cypress Gardens 2002 Sport Nautique, GT-40, FCT2, Cover Sports, Tower Bimini, Inc., Wet Sounds Audio System, Star Gazer Wake Edition S. 1968 Ski Nautique, Project. |
Posted By: NCH20SKIER
Date Posted: October-06-2016 at 12:50am
I could help you with a value on a 1956 Chris Craft that sits upon a custom Boatmate Trailer. Restored to almost original- sorry Pete ------------- '05 206 Limited '88 BFN |
tcap wrote:Posted By: 8122pbrainard
Date Posted: October-06-2016 at 6:41am
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David, As mentioned, pictures are a must and more information like a model if possible would be great. In 63 CC was making both wood and glass. Is it fiberglass or wood? Also as mentioned, the level of the restoration is important. Details??? Welcome to CCfan. ------------- /diaries/details.asp?ID=1622" rel="nofollow - 54 Atom /diaries/details.asp?ID=2179" rel="nofollow - 77 Tique 64 X55 Dunphy Keep it original, Pete < |
Posted By: turningpoint84
Date Posted: October-06-2016 at 12:41pm
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And he will never back because you guys didn't place a value on it. It's obviously worth $4,376.78 trust me. ------------- Proud 1968 mustang owner and now http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=6454&sort=&pagenum1" rel="nofollow - 1970 Mustang |
Posted By: tcap
Date Posted: October-06-2016 at 12:45pm
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I will post pics soon as able to better value it .. It may take a few weeks . Thanks for the info. |
Posted By: 8122pbrainard
Date Posted: October-06-2016 at 7:44pm
 ------------- /diaries/details.asp?ID=1622" rel="nofollow - 54 Atom /diaries/details.asp?ID=2179" rel="nofollow - 77 Tique 64 X55 Dunphy Keep it original, Pete < |
Posted By: turningpoint84
Date Posted: October-07-2016 at 12:18pm
I assume this is you thanking me for placing a value on it. I told you he would come back if we did. Now if it's a Cypress Gardens edition, it's obviously worth $1713.56 more. I look forward to never seeing pictures of the boat. ------------- Proud 1968 mustang owner and now http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=6454&sort=&pagenum1" rel="nofollow - 1970 Mustang |
Posted By: 8122pbrainard
Date Posted: October-08-2016 at 1:12pm
Peter, I was not thanking you for placing a value on the boat and in fact was and still am confused with your response. #1, why do you feel he wouldn't be back on site unless we did give him a value and #2, where did you come up with the dollar amounts? Are you simply being sarcastic? ------------- /diaries/details.asp?ID=1622" rel="nofollow - 54 Atom /diaries/details.asp?ID=2179" rel="nofollow - 77 Tique 64 X55 Dunphy Keep it original, Pete < |
Posted By: turningpoint84
Date Posted: October-25-2016 at 3:38pm
Very much so Peter, here we are almost 3 weeks later and nothing haha. I feel bad too, I forgot to tell him the value of his boat drops $1/day he doesn't post a picture. ------------- Proud 1968 mustang owner and now http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=6454&sort=&pagenum1" rel="nofollow - 1970 Mustang |
Posted By: john b
Date Posted: October-25-2016 at 6:25pm
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Rough crowd here. ------------- 1970 Mustang "Theseus' paradox" If everyone else is doing it, you're too late! |
Posted By: tcap
Date Posted: October-25-2016 at 7:43pm
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turningpoint84 I have a job so haven't had the time to go out and take a look at it to take pictures. I don't have time for your BS. Thank you to the others trying to help. |
Posted By: 81nautique
Date Posted: October-25-2016 at 7:52pm
tcap, TP throws some strange stuff out there. Don't let it bother you, post pictures when you have time and we'll try to help. |
Posted By: tcap
Date Posted: October-25-2016 at 8:01pm
| NP I will post them. May take a few weeks bc of our work schedule. Just dont have time for people like that. Thank you. |
Posted By: 63 Skier
Date Posted: October-25-2016 at 8:58pm
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Hey David, I just re-read this. Are you the owner looking to value your boat, or are you looking at buying a '63 that's for sale? I wasn't sure which. Not that we'd give you a different value one way or the other!  Just was curious which way you are going.------------- '63 American Skier - '98 Sport Nautique |
Posted By: JPASS
Date Posted: October-25-2016 at 9:22pm
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When you do get around to taking pictures, aside from general exterior and interior pics, try to make sure you get some good pics of the following: motor and trans dash and gauges running gear below the boat bilge any damage to hull or interior ------------- '92 Correctcraft Ski Nautique |
Posted By: tcap
Date Posted: October-25-2016 at 10:20pm
| Looking at a purchase. Thanks |
Posted By: tcap
Date Posted: October-25-2016 at 10:21pm
| Will do. Thanks |
Posted By: tcap
Date Posted: October-25-2016 at 10:22pm
| will do.Thanks |
Posted By: quinner
Date Posted: October-26-2016 at 10:26am
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More times then not TP is an Azzwipe, every now and again also a snot rag. Fully restored and nobody has purchased yet tends to imply asking too much. Will be interesting to see the pics. ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1143" rel="nofollow - Mi Bowt |
Posted By: SNobsessed
Date Posted: October-26-2016 at 11:33am
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Best way to establish value is to comparison shop. Market values change constantly. Now is the best season to buy. However more important than price is determining what you need. I have both underbought & overbought stuff, Getting the features that will benefit you is what creates the value, not so much the bottom line. ------------- “Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy.” Ben Franklin |
Posted By: turningpoint84
Date Posted: October-28-2016 at 6:06pm
Haha holy *************** take a joke. Everyone on here is so serious. Tcap, I'll definitely help once you post pictures up, but on a serious note the boat does sound like it's worth $2500-5000, just depends on the shape of it. ------------- Proud 1968 mustang owner and now http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=6454&sort=&pagenum1" rel="nofollow - 1970 Mustang |
Posted By: john b
Date Posted: October-28-2016 at 9:47pm
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If you covet the boat more than the cash it's priced right for you. ------------- 1970 Mustang "Theseus' paradox" If everyone else is doing it, you're too late! |
Posted By: 8122pbrainard
Date Posted: October-29-2016 at 8:45am
TP, And the boat being glass or wood doesn't make a difference to you? Still confused!  ------------- /diaries/details.asp?ID=1622" rel="nofollow - 54 Atom /diaries/details.asp?ID=2179" rel="nofollow - 77 Tique 64 X55 Dunphy Keep it original, Pete < |
Posted By: turningpoint84
Date Posted: November-03-2016 at 11:28am
Ha it makes a difference to help identify a true value, but we both know about 95% of the 60's era CC's are worth between 2500-5000. If they're worth less it's because the usually have a major issue like bad stringers, lots of original parts missing, or a blown. Over $5K, it's usually because they were maintained immaculately. Hell Peter Connolly's 68 Skylark in amazing condition still only sold for $4k, sure it's a 5 year newer boat so it's not quote apples to apples, but if this guys is seriously looking to purchase 63 CC, it better be in perfect condition if you're going to pay over $5000 for it. So yes with out even looking at it or knowing what type of boat it is, I'm 95% sure it's worth between 2500-5000. ------------- Proud 1968 mustang owner and now http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=6454&sort=&pagenum1" rel="nofollow - 1970 Mustang |
Posted By: tcap
Date Posted: November-03-2016 at 12:11pm
Attached are some photos. There is come cracks in the gelcoat in front of the windshield but its in great shape. I believe the stringers were replaced at some point but looks like it was done correctly. I would have it surveyed before purchase .Thanks for your help!      
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Posted By: john b
Date Posted: November-03-2016 at 12:21pm
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Wow, just wow! ------------- 1970 Mustang "Theseus' paradox" If everyone else is doing it, you're too late! |
Posted By: 63 Skier
Date Posted: November-03-2016 at 12:32pm
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That's a beauty! Hard to see, but in the engine picture the stringers look much like mine, and the CC serial number tag is in place, so curious what makes you think they were replaced. ------------- '63 American Skier - '98 Sport Nautique |
Posted By: JPASS
Date Posted: November-03-2016 at 1:12pm
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Boat looks great. What's the asking price? ------------- '92 Correctcraft Ski Nautique |
Posted By: Riley
Date Posted: November-03-2016 at 1:21pm
| Very nice boat. Is it painted? If you're going to pay someone to look at it, make sure they are knowledgeable with Correct Crafts. |
Posted By: tcap
Date Posted: November-03-2016 at 1:46pm
| The bottom was painted to match the top with a 2 part epoxy. |
Posted By: Hollywood
Date Posted: November-03-2016 at 1:48pm
| It's a really nice looking boat. |
Posted By: relake
Date Posted: November-03-2016 at 3:59pm
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Great looking ride, very well taken care of from the looks of the pictures! ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=8310" rel="nofollow - '97 Ski Nautique |
Posted By: turningpoint84
Date Posted: November-03-2016 at 4:46pm
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is that an OEM windshield? ------------- Proud 1968 mustang owner and now http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=6454&sort=&pagenum1" rel="nofollow - 1970 Mustang |
Posted By: tcap
Date Posted: November-03-2016 at 6:28pm
| The owner thought it may have been replaced at some time. |
Posted By: 8122pbrainard
Date Posted: November-03-2016 at 6:29pm
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David, As others have mentioned, it is a great looking boat. Whoever did the work on it did take some liberties from how it came from the factory like the trim on the gunnels and dash but nothing real major. We've seen some major modifications!!! You may already know but I'd like to warn you the seller will probably want way more for it than what it's worth. Many will try to recoup restoration expenses which can be way over the actual value. In the antique and classic boat market, very few bring high dollars. I've seen people fall in love with a boat, pay high dollars and then get stuck with it when they try to sell it. Without an actual inspection and not knowing exactly what work was done, I would value the boat no more than 5K. If you have any plans on showing the boat, do so but not in a official ASBS judged category. It still would be a crowd pleaser. ------------- /diaries/details.asp?ID=1622" rel="nofollow - 54 Atom /diaries/details.asp?ID=2179" rel="nofollow - 77 Tique 64 X55 Dunphy Keep it original, Pete < |
Posted By: tcap
Date Posted: November-03-2016 at 6:54pm
| Thank you for your thoughts on this . We are looking at this as a 2nd boat for my son to use and also to ski with. Not for show. I am still interested in it but will be also looking for something that may fit him better as he is 5'11" and this may be a bit on the small side for him. He's running a 13 Whaler now. |
Posted By: Riley
Date Posted: November-03-2016 at 7:40pm
| How old is your son? |
Posted By: 8122pbrainard
Date Posted: November-03-2016 at 7:46pm
David, When I was running around in my early days of boating, I had a couple friends who had the 13's. One had a Merc 50 on it at needless to say, it was quite the ride. I'd suggest keeping him in the Whaler! Get him a new outboard for it! ------------- /diaries/details.asp?ID=1622" rel="nofollow - 54 Atom /diaries/details.asp?ID=2179" rel="nofollow - 77 Tique 64 X55 Dunphy Keep it original, Pete < |
Posted By: tcap
Date Posted: November-03-2016 at 7:49pm
| Ya but the whaler is getting a bit small and believe me the ride is horrible.. |
Posted By: tcap
Date Posted: November-03-2016 at 7:49pm
| Oh and you cant ski from it.. |
Posted By: TRBenj
Date Posted: November-03-2016 at 7:54pm
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13' whaler is a fun little boat. I've been double barefooting behind one. Who says you can't ski behind one? It may be faster (with a 35-40hp) than a 4cyl correct craft. The rough water ride is not very good in either boat. I'd hold out for a V8 if you're wanting to ski. Depending on the condition of your whaler, there's a good chance you'll break even on the swap. |
Posted By: 63 Skier
Date Posted: November-03-2016 at 8:10pm
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I own pretty much the same boat, not sure which model the one you are looking at is but it's the same 16 ft. hull I have. Mine has a 130 HP V6 in it. Here's some thoughts from a long time user of the boat. I bought it before I was 20, can't remember if I was 18 or 19. I was at that time 6'2" and maybe 175. I skied all the time with family and friends on outboards, usually just 70's. The inboard was maybe the most exciting purchase of my life, all of a sudden we had more power than we could handle, plus the sound and look of the boat were so cool. Our slalom skills instantly improved and we weren't running WOT all the time so we actually had power to spare when we wanted more. The boat you are looking at has less power, would be lacking for slalom skiing or even pulling people of moderate size, like Tim said you'd want more power. Anyway, going from a Whaler 13 to an inboard classic is a quantum leap. Need to hear how old he is for better advice, but the boat would make him the coolest kid around. The drawbacks, from a modern water sports perspective - the boat is small, not much room for gear. We made it work, but fills up quickly. A move up to an '80's vintage 2001 model gives MUCH more room and better versatility for multiple uses. Hope this helps! Ask away if any more questions. ------------- '63 American Skier - '98 Sport Nautique |
Posted By: SNobsessed
Date Posted: November-03-2016 at 8:21pm
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+1 on a SN2001. The subject boat is very nice but functionally a 2001 would be more versatile. ------------- “Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy.” Ben Franklin |
Posted By: tcap
Date Posted: November-03-2016 at 8:50pm
| 15 yrs old |
Posted By: tcap
Date Posted: November-03-2016 at 8:55pm
| This is a 16 ' with a 6cyl gray marine . Si that the same? Also are you comfortable in the boat with your height? He is 5'11" -6' 195 |
Posted By: 8122pbrainard
Date Posted: November-03-2016 at 9:23pm
David, David's (63skier) hull is the same but has the V8. That 6 gray would be pretty lethargic for skiing. ------------- /diaries/details.asp?ID=1622" rel="nofollow - 54 Atom /diaries/details.asp?ID=2179" rel="nofollow - 77 Tique 64 X55 Dunphy Keep it original, Pete < |
Posted By: tcap
Date Posted: November-03-2016 at 9:29pm
| Thanks for the info. |
Posted By: TRBenj
Date Posted: November-03-2016 at 9:48pm
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Big boy for 15. I'm the same size and find the 16' boats pretty comfortable. What's the hp rating on the gray? I assume 100hp at most? |
Posted By: Riley
Date Posted: November-03-2016 at 10:00pm
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For the same money or maybe even less than that boat will probably go for, you could get a 1970's Ski Tique which will be better for skiing and your son will probably like a whole lot more. The boat in my avatar is pretty much the same boat as your looking at. It has a 100 hp straight 6 and is good for trick skiing or double skis. Definitely not an even beginner slalom boat. |
Posted By: 8122pbrainard
Date Posted: November-03-2016 at 10:34pm
David, I'd like to add that Bruce has the Ford/Interceptor straight 6 which is a lot lighter than the Continental/Gray 6 that's in the 63. Weight is a small hull will make a pretty big difference. . ------------- /diaries/details.asp?ID=1622" rel="nofollow - 54 Atom /diaries/details.asp?ID=2179" rel="nofollow - 77 Tique 64 X55 Dunphy Keep it original, Pete < |
Posted By: 63 Skier
Date Posted: November-03-2016 at 11:32pm
Mine has the Buick Sabre V6, not a V8. And to clarify my earlier post about slalom - when I described how much slalom we did and how much power the boat has, it's in the prism of prior skiing off low powered outboards and early 1980's. Later at 190 lbs and a few years older I was pulling that boat around quite a bit. Your son is a big kid, he would definitely benefit from V8 power over 200 HP. I like Bruce's idea of a '70's Tique. Inexpensive, a bit more modern with V8 power, still a very cool classic. ------------- '63 American Skier - '98 Sport Nautique |
Posted By: Hollywood
Date Posted: November-04-2016 at 11:04am
| If your intent is to find him a ski boat for $5k this is a pretty poor choice.. Get a Ski Tique with a V8 like Riley said. |
Posted By: turningpoint84
Date Posted: November-04-2016 at 1:25pm
Agreed. There are ton of options. If you like the 60's look you could look for a 65-69 Ski Nautique as well. I also think a Barracuda offers more room as well. I wouldn't go any bigger then the 19-20ft. ------------- Proud 1968 mustang owner and now http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=6454&sort=&pagenum1" rel="nofollow - 1970 Mustang |
Posted By: tcap
Date Posted: November-04-2016 at 3:58pm
| Thanks Im trying to stay at about 16' due to dock space. |
Posted By: 75 Tique
Date Posted: November-04-2016 at 4:14pm
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Ski tique is 16 feet and a very functional little ski tug. ------------- _____________ “So, how was your weekend?” “Well, let me see…sun burn, stiff neck, screwed up back, assorted aches and pains….yup, my weekend was great, thanks for asking.” |