LAST CHANCE **** 25' Seafari Up For Sale **** Before I do Something Drastic!
 

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SOLD and GONE - Traded for 67 Plymouth Fury and Stroker 383

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Bilgerat Up and running Now... Just fixed it. Thank You

So did you remove all all those tumbleweeds? I had to laugh at the guys add a few days ago. Nice 25 Seafari :)

strick

Strick...LOL yes I cleaned it all up. Got the Boat home and will say its HUGE! Compared to the 20' Seafari I have sitting here. At the end of the day I gotta think that the 23' Sceptre with a Bracket and a 250 are the way to go for what I do. The 20' is too small and the that 25 is Huge.

Robert

what is the year?

LOL that was a good deal. Glad to see someone from the site get her. 5 years ago I would have shined his shoes if he asked me to. That boat looks to be in excellent shape. The sceptre's are big too but the 25 is a real beast. The 23 Sceptre actually has a little more deck space then the 25. What you need a 23 for in Idaho? :) I used to chase deer up on the middle fork of the Salmon river back in the day. An airplane and a rubber raft was all we needed back then. Or 2 days on horse back :)

strick

Its a 1976 per the HIN # in my original Post. If you have any questions feel free to call me. Thanks Robert

It was a lot bigger Job than it looked...
I fish the Columbia all the time as well as Oregon Coast offshore for tuna. I am tired of getting every tooth in my head rattled and knocked out from the 22' Tinnie i am use to running. I made the mistake of running 30mph in my tinnie in 3 footers and this Fricken Seacraft Sceptre passed me on the columbia like i was walking... The guy was flying...

At the ramp I talked him into giving me a ride and I was instantly Hooked. The ride is unreal...

So now I have a 20' and 25' Seafari... and I am hell bent on a 23' Tsunami as I think that is the Perfect boat for what We do.. plus I want to be able to canvas her up and sleep on it during Whitetail Season In late November on Dworshak Resevoir...

Where u at in Cali?

Good luck on your sale

Hi GameOn, welcome to CSC.

Very nice 25. I've never seen one with a two tone hull. Is that paint or original gel coat?

You might want to rethink the 25 vs 23 decision. The 25 looks huge on a trailer because it is so deep (tall). I've had the chance to see a 21, 23 and 25 lined up and in the water. There is surprisingly little difference in the size of the boats. I think the 23 actually has a bit more internal volume than the 25. The 25's hull isn't more than 200 lbs heavier. If you use the cabin for anything other than storage, the 25 is way ahead.

Given your use, steep chop in the Columbia an big swells plus wind chop offshore, the 25 has a much better ride and might be a better boat. Not to knock the 23; as you know, it rides great. But the 25, because it is so sharp, is in another class.

Of course, ride may not be the most important thing, the Septre's bowling ally cockpit is unbeatable for fishing or tank diving. And, you pay for the 25s ride with higher fuel costs, a lot higher if you load it heavy. The 25 is also more tippy than the 23, although not near so bad as many deep Vs. The 25 is also a "drivers boat". You have to pay attention to get the best out of the hull. Balance is more important than in a lot of boats. The dividends of attention are huge.

All in all, for me, the ability to run straight into and through 3-4 foot Gulf Stream wind chop, reasonably comfortably on a long run, at 20 knots, sitting down, is priceless.

Connor

Keep that hull. They are magical. Listen to the elders. We rode through 3-5s with some 6 footers in a very confused Sebastian inlet and it was jaw dropping. You are fishing some big cold water there.

Connor,
That is the original Gel Coat, two tone sky blue and white. I am posting a picture of a wet sanded and buffed section in my add. I really appreciate that you took the time to post up on this for me. The water where we fish is super cold for sure and that led me too the 25 in the first place.

Having a cabin I can just sleep in on the sceptre is enough while having that bowling alley cockpit is priceless. I am one of those knuckle heads who cannot stand to see stuff on the floor of the boat and I need space. I climbed in and out and spent hours in the 25' trying to make a decision. After a ton of deliberation I decided that a Small cabin with a Massive cockpit was more important than an over sized cabin with smaller deck.

I can't imagine that the ride is much differnet between the 23' vs 25' in over all conditions. I think running 20 knots into a 3' head wind chop on the columbia river should be easy with the 23', I could be totally wrong.

Either way, I Hope a CSC member get their hands on this hull, IMHO it is in near mint condition and shows it. This is not a Rehabber but rather a Wet sand, Buff and Repower with a Few Minor things to go with it.

Thanks again for all your Input Connor I really Appreciate it.

Regards,
Robert

Sandman, thank you for the kind words, and Normally i would always respect and listen to my elders, in this case... I am prolly making a mistake but i have my heart set on the 23'. Thank you for the Input.

Reasonable decision, good reasoning, and the 23 does ride great. I can't fault, but, for sure, you are underestimating the difference in ride. On a long trip, the difference in how you feel is huge.

The day Sandman was in a 25, I was running along side. Forecast was 4-6 and I thought it was accurate. It was ugly and confused. I had my tabs up, running mostly straight into it at just under 20 knots and the boat was occasionally jumping almost out of the water but landing with no bang. Put the tabs down, slow down to 17 - 18 knots and I could have run to Bimini ( 60 miles), mostly sitting down. I'm way too old to try that in a 23.

Connor

Welcome. You should take Connor's words to heart. He knows of what he speaks. The 25 Seafari is magic in the hands of a good helmsman.

Just thought of another. I was out with Moose in his Septre on a truly nasty day in the Gulf, blowing like stink, short vicious chop that got up to 5 ft or so. Moose has his boat dialed in just perfect. We were running for part of that into about 3-4 at around 16 knots. I was standing up by the steering station and it was handleable. Not comfy, but ok. Faster would not have been good. Sitting down that far forward in the boat was out of the question. Seated in the rear would have been fine if there had not been so much water flying. Comparing hulls, I'm confident the 25 would have run through the same conditions 2-3 knots faster and with the driver sitting down.

Thanks again for the input... I do appreciate it. If I don't end finding a good home for this one... Its gonna get repowered and sent to the Oregon Coast for my Personal boat... The idea of owning 3 of these buggers is Insane.

Thanks again..
Robert

As for taking Conner's words to heart, No question He has me thinking... In regards to a Good Helmsman, I may not qualify as a good enough driver to own this boat. Having run Jet boats in the Big rivers here and Small 20' 21' footers off shore i do have to say on the surface.. the 25' Seafari appears to be a Whole Different Beast. It makes the 20' seafari sitting next to her look like a Tinker Toy.

At the end of the Day it may very well be a Poor Choice to Sell her, but I Like to make a decision and Live with it without personal Regrets. So up for sale she goes... Thank You for the Input.
Robert

Robert

You have what looks to be a nice boat. Good luck on selling it. Same colors as the one in this sales add, I like the colors

http://www.wellcraftv20.com/gallery/...aft/4e_1_b.jpg

On the delta near Rio Vista

strick

Is that near Rio Bravo?
Oh, sorry, wrong theatre.

More Picture Updated... HERE

SEE PICTURES CLICK HERE

Thanks Robert

Hey GameOn,
Welcome to the land of troubled kool-aid drinkers:D. Nice get. At least you had some open road on this tow:D.

Bummer you might not use her. Could've saved me some trouble by towing her 500 miles south instead of north, but how could you have known? Just put her in a barn and I'll give you a holler next time I get up near there.

Just for future reference - so I don't again spend hours practicing my finest Spanish swordsmanship with the grace of Zorro and the intellect of Inigo Montoya - how does one remove an acre + of those pesky ruski thistles without breaking for a cold Pacifico and a roll of gauze:eek:?

Oh yeah, what are you asking for that Seafari? Cheers,
McG

LOL you hire a bunch of people from Labor Temp... Make 2 trips to Reno from Idaho... Make 8 plus trips to the dump and then Rack up about $4,000.00 in hard costs to get it done.

I am working on the Seafari every day so each day my Asking price is going up as we speak... Right now I am at $6500 with the Entire Hull Wet sanded and buffed out...

2morrow The Hard top/Rocket launcher comes off, the Trim will all be Restained and Sealed and the Launcher Sandblasted and Painted. THIS IS NOW DONE!

Be loading it on Craigslist Wednesday since most of the Exterior Items will be done outside of 2 mercruiser 165 HP engines.. The outdrives need new seals, water Pumps and so forth. Basically Water Ready now outside of the engines...

Or willing to Trade for a Good Condition Great running Outboard 23' Tsunami Potter only with at least a 225hp on it ....


Robert

A short 13 hour drive, tempting!

For the right buyer I could be tempted to meet 1/2 way... Just a phone call away... DOUBLE TAKE PICTURES HERE

UPDATE MAY 17th
 

UPDATED MAY 17th 2014

Asking $4500 I have located a Tsunami I want.

Entire Hull has been Wet Sanded, Cut and Buffed.
Rocket Launcher Removed Sandblasted and Painted.. Reinstalled

Wood Trim Sanded... Stained and Sealed...

Trailer is now Fixed and Road Worthy for long trips...

Please Call me 9am to 11pm Mountain time with Any questions or to get additional Details.

Thanks Robert
208-407-9631

Also New Pictures Available.

If only it were closer to me!

As much as I would like to cut one up and make a dive boat out of it...... this one is just too pretty.

That was quick, Hopefully you found it west of the Rockies. How far will this one be towed:cool:

I have Found a Tsunami
 

I need this Boat Gone... After a Ton of Deliberation I want the Tsunami.

$4500 Hull is in Excellent Condition...

Robert

208-407-9631

Update May 29th Make offer
 

Guys... Just got home from Louisville with
my New to My 84' Tsunami 23'. I need the room
Now... Someone Give me a call and Make
a Reasonable Offer....

MORE PICTURES - CLICK HERE

This hull, Deck and Transom is in Amazing Condition...
Robert
208-407-9631

Update may 31, 2014
 

I have Purchased a 23' Tsunami, I need the Room, Make me some
kind of Reasonable Offer. This hull, floor, Transom Deck all in
great Condition...

A donor boat and 2 days you could easily have this Running.

Give Me a Call 208-307-9631 9am to 11pm Mountain Time
Thanks Robert

$3900 OBO - OPEN TO TRADES - Cars or Outboards... What do you Got?

Steal of a deal on the Lulvil boat already having a bracket n all. Been watching that for a while. Not sure what was wrong with that mariner but you might check w/ Bigshrimpin regarding parts if you know whats wrong. Lots of guys selling good merc heads and parts on screamandfly.com . Your SeaCraft transfer exploits are climbing the ladder. Once you drop that 25 off in San Diego you will rival the SeaCraft transit leaders:D.

Congrats on the new rig. That full canvas will be a real pleasure up there in your seasonal chills. Post some pics of the new rig when you can.

Cheers,
McG

Mcg,
Thanks... Ya I had been watching that for a few weeks. The canvas was toast... The Mariner had a complete electrical meltdown.. Stator, alternator, Coils.. It would need a complete overhaul... Just easier to grab new engine.

Now - If you were super Serious About Gettin that 25' A deal could be reached whereby you could probably easily pick her up in Las Vegas or at Your Door Step...

I will get some pics up of the New Rig in a couple of days... Been Deep cleaning her, Re wiring, New Drains.... Stripping the Armstrong bracket for paint, new rocker switch panel... gas tank repair, fuel line... all the stuff not gettin done...

Interested in Big Bertha.. Give me a ring... 208-407-9631 --I am ready to have it Gone...Its totally in My Way...

Robert

Need gone! Asap - no room
 

Guys... I need this Seafari Gone ASAP, I don't have the room for it along with the 23' Tsunami. Make me Some kind of Offer Hull is in Excellent Condition.

Lots of Pics and Details here... Even open to Trades at this Point.
CHECK HER OUT HERE

Call Me 208-407-9631
Robert

*** LAST CHANCE *** Before I do Something Drastic with this!
 

Guys,
So far 1 phone call from the Forum on this Boat In Almost a Month... Must say I am a little surprised being a 25 Seafari but it is what it is.

LAST CHANCE... Someone Give me a call and Make some Kind of Offer, I am so Close to Hauling this Too the Dump out of Disappointment... I don't have the room for 2 big Ass Seacrafts in my Driveway...

I will be Deleting this Sunday!
208-407-9631

Robert

And Yes... I am losing my Ass on this boat I am into it for over $4000 hard Money and 4 days of time... Not counting the 150 Plus Hours I already have into it.

HULL Is in MINT CONDITION!

Any relation to Gerry from NY? :rolleyes:

No Ken, I am not related to your Brother in New York!!!:D Rather finding myself with a very Rare boat that appears to have little or no Value...which is funny since I have no issue selling 16' Aluminum Starcraft boats for $3000 here in Idaho all day long and cant get a Measly $3000 out of a Near Mint condition Rare 25' Seafari....

The only thing harder to find than a 25 Seafari, is a buyer that wants to put the time and money into a restoration. And fewer still want to put money into a boat they can't test drive. So, unfortunately, they don't bring much in "project boat" condition. Good luck with your sale. Please consider offering it for free before hauling it to the dump. Maybe some brave soul will step up, and it would be a pity to lose another one.
Dave