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Buglem ![]() Newbie ![]() Joined: May-20-2024 Location: Utah Status: Offline Points: 4 |
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First off, thank you for adding me here. I am quite new to the world of Correct Craft but have recently had the opportunity to receive a "boat" from someone who doesn't want it nor has time to do anything with it. After looking at the boat and doing some research here I believe I have been given quite a gift but I am hoping you all can confirm that and help me really understand what it is I have. From what I can tell, it is a 1972 Correct Craft 21 Sport Nautique. Based on some receipts I found in the glove compartment it was restored in 2008 with all new upholstery along with some minor repairs to the hull and possibly some motor work. The only thing I know about the motor is that it is a Chrysler Marine 440 (330 HP). It looks clean with what looks to be new hoses and clean wiring. It was last on the water 2 years ago but hasn't been out again because the previous owner just didn't have the time or ability due to his age/health. It has been garage kept for its entire life other than the last 3 months when the previous owner passed away and willed it to his grandson (his grandson is my soon to be son-in-law who is giving the boat to me). What is it that I have here? What is something like this worth? I'm in Utah. Anyone else on this Forum ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
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TRBenj ![]() Grand Poobah ![]() ![]() Joined: June-29-2005 Location: NWCT Status: Offline Points: 21195 |
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Southwind 20. 1972 would be my guess.
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MrMcD ![]() Grand Poobah ![]() ![]() Joined: January-28-2014 Location: Folsom, CA Status: Offline Points: 3774 |
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No idea of it's worth but Correct Craft built very good boats, they drive and handlle better than most on the water. A 440 would be a desired engine for boat use because it had fantastic torque and they were very reliable. Many 440's of that vintage were OEM in Motor Homes because they handle hard work so well.
Clean it up, see what you have, the gas tank will have to be drained and disposed of. Old gas will ruin your engine if you try to run it. Stored inside its entire life has left it looking brand new. A very nice find.
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Jonny Quest ![]() Grand Poobah ![]() ![]() Joined: August-20-2013 Location: Utah--via Texas Status: Offline Points: 3005 |
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Where in Utah? I’m in the SLC valley.
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2003 Ski Nautique 206 Limited Previous 2001 Ski Nautique Open Bow 1994 Ski Nautique Open Bow Aqua skiing, ergo sum |
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Buglem ![]() Newbie ![]() Joined: May-20-2024 Location: Utah Status: Offline Points: 4 |
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I'm in Lehi.
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fanofccfan ![]() Platinum Member ![]() ![]() Joined: December-13-2009 Location: North Bend NE Status: Offline Points: 1795 |
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That is a nice gift. Enjoy it.
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2004 196 LE Ski 1969 Marauder 19 1978 Ski
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67 ski nat ![]() Platinum Member ![]() Joined: July-19-2018 Location: Santa rosa Status: Offline Points: 1199 |
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Wow. Nice condition. Excellent engine for that boat. You will enjoy
You scored MrMcd had good points, go thru everything before starting or lake cruise. Bilge pump, no leaks, shaft packing, battery, etc Gonna sound great |
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GottaSki ![]() Grand Poobah ![]() Joined: April-21-2005 Location: NE CT Status: Offline Points: 3365 |
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Good for you. nice trailer too
as been said, Don't turn it over till you give it fresh fuel, fuel lines, filters, impellers.
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"There is nothing, absolutely nothing, half so much worthwhile as messing around with boats...simply messing."
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Buglem ![]() Newbie ![]() Joined: May-20-2024 Location: Utah Status: Offline Points: 4 |
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Thank you all for the tips. As I begin going through things more thoroughly I'll be sure to keep you updated on progress and will more than likely be asking further questions. Thank in advance for the help!!
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63 Skier ![]() Grand Poobah ![]() ![]() Joined: October-06-2006 Location: Concord, NH Status: Offline Points: 4288 |
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Not only is the boat a keeper, that new son-in-law is one too! What an amazing gift. ![]() |
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'63 American Skier - '98 Sport Nautique
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