Mid-late 80's Martinique Roll Call

Any members on here have an '86-'89 Martinique? I'd like to see how many on here have one of these great family trucksters. I just picked up an '87 (w/351) this week from CL in Wisconsin. Still need to bring it home. In great shape for a 30 year old boat. This is the second one of these I've had. But, it's been about 15+ years, and a Southwind 20, and Southwind 18 in between. The SW18 didn't have a swim platform (never again).

The wife wanted a boat that had an open bow, and room for family and friends, I wanted a boat with a swim platform and that was pretty much turnkey. Comes with a very nice, single axle CC Martinique trailer. Not sure the number of trailer...2DV or 3DV.    Boat has 325 hours.

Nice looking boat to be almost 30 years old. Enjoy.

4DV

Nice

   bought brand new in 1987 just turned 700 hours i think there were only 13 of these made could that be correct?

So where did you get it ?

Well I have not bought in a few years and I doubt Illinois would give up any form or revenue. I think you better check with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources they are the ones who did title and for sure get your registration from

Sharp boat.

You do need a title. Boat through dept of natural resources and trailer through dept of motor vehicles.

Here are a few pictures of the boat. It's in pretty decent shape. Just needs a good detailing. Also I see that is has an Acme prop on it. A nice surprise. I hope it's a 542 vs. a 540 for a boat this heavy. Need to clean it off to see. This boat also has two large tracking fins on it. That is pretty cool. Wasn't expecting that.

I need to get a good cover for it. I'd like to hear your opinions on the best way to go.....1.) Custom made locally, or 2.) mail order ie...Covers for Ski Boats has one for the Martinique.

I think you've done great Dave, I was going to ask if you needed a spare rim but it looks like your all set👍Nice trailer too. Angola Canvas will most likely have your pattern on file, they after all supplied MidWest Correct Craft. Check their web site they have a list. It will be a "custom" fit with out the custom price.
That said I do have a black Westland cover that I got a great deal on from a member here and it fits almost perfect. The down side is that it turns the vinyl black from it rubbing on it. Great for an overnight cover when we're out but not long term.

Found a nice B-I Fly-Hi Pole in the ski locker. Looks to be just under 6' tall. Any interest out there in a this? My high flying pole days are over.

But, I'm keeping the crappy tube that came with the deal!   

Prop turned out to be a 542.

Thanks Dave! It's good to be part of team blue. However, I do like red, so I am not giving up on finding a way in to "team red" There must be a way..... I'll even take an honorary membership!



Look what I found on this site. My boat already has a Diary. I bought the boat from the guy who bought from the gent that put the diary on here. I've been reading through some of his posts. Nice to know some of the history and issues with the boat.

http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=4691&sort=&pagenum=2

Spotted a pretty rare CC on the lake yesterday. It was THE Red Paragon. I chatted with the owner for awhile. He mentioned that there were 11 Paragons made. 10 were green, and one was red. So, the old Martinique was breathing some pretty rarified air being parked next to this boat. From what I heard, it may have ties to CCF as well (Quinner was PO!?).   

Man that flag law sure is helpful

I am redoing a couple interior pieces for winter projects. Currently working on seat bases/boxes. I have seen some in the past where people have used pedestals to put the observer seat on instead of redoing the boxes. What did you do for yours? Very interested in all options.

Also, did you ever get a cover for this? I am looking at getting a bimini top for the tower on mine and travel cover as well. We have some local Amish guys that do a good job for canvas covers at reasonable prices.

Thanks for the info!