Definition of Classic Seacraft?
 

Hey guys,


Just wondering a couple of things about the term Classic Seacraft:

1st: Is a classic Seacraft a hull built between early 1960's and early 1980's and mfg. by Potter?

2nd: Does a classic model name (ie: S.F. 20, S.F. 23 or Seafari) change just because one updates the interior or adds:confused: something such as a transom bracket?


Thanks in advance for your response(s)

Good questions that I'm sure will be answered shortly. I think I have a while for my 2009 26' to make that status.

:D Every SeaCraft with the Variable Deadrise Hull is a Classic ,some more than others

1960-1980, but slacker is 30 now...

Classic definition
 

Still wondering if a Classic model name changes just because it is updated with any number of new gadgets such as transom bracket, new center console, new seats , bow rails etc.?


Thanks!

Here is my take on it...

If it was born a boy.. It is a boy
If it was born a girl... It is a girl
If it was born gender neutral ... Your guess is as good as mine.. :rolleyes:

A true classic is one that has not been molested if you look at it from a purists stand point...those are getting few and far between... most of us want to upgrade the boats we get correct faults and defects etc...bring them back to life so to speak....

strick

I don't think it's the same as with "classic" cars, where matching numbers, original/period correct wheels, tires, paint, interior, etc., can lead to dramatically higher valuations. I doubt many of us would prefer (or pay a premium for) a boat with 40-50 year old engines, radios, bilge pumps, canvas, etc. IMHO quality repairs, replacements and upgrades increase desirability and value, and don't take away from the classic DNA of the boats. But then that's just my opinion!

The DNA and RNA is always there.

Make your friends your own.
That is why this place came to be after all.

I agree with the above far as the statement "What years are considered classics"


But that being said, a slacker can be just as nice if done up well. It is about the DNA, Shoot you can even make the late model hulls nice if you do a full referb on them as well. That don't make them a "classic" but it dose make a nice hull to be proud of. Boats were just built different back then. Hand laid glass, thicker hulls and better fitment. Materials have came a long way also. Give me a boat with todays materials but built with the classic workmanship.

Slacker uses all of the bathrooms.
She's a greedy whore.

What he said

Check out the Tribute 37. That nails all of the boxes.

800 large tho...

My dream boat for sure. I like the 26 you went out on as well.


If I ever win the lottery (which I don't even play) or strike it rich I will have a consulting job for Steve for sure...

The ride on Steve`s boat was sublime no doubt.

Rich and his sons have a 75 all drawn up and ready to build for a lucky man.

I would sell the house and just roam around the world with my private tanker
running 24 7 to keep up.

Breakfast in Fiji!

Rich and his sons have a 75 all drawn up and ready to build for a lucky man.

Hey GFS, how many "large" for this one?? No matter, like everyone else I've not had a very good week with my "large", so I may have to wait :(

3-4 mil.

You'll need to make a S ton more hush puppies!

Good to see people keeping the design thriving...pretty boat that 37

Strick

Steve is also working with Spencer on a 72.

He and Rich sr, Jr, and John have radically changed the stepped hull design you saw
on the Rybo runner first I think. They effectively made a ram air design. You have to
see it and think about what they have done here.

The longitudinal steps are taller and they taper with the added rocker.

Spencer already has beautiful lines top side, add Steve's lines bottom side. Wanchese is not far, may have to see this one in person

I'll keep you posted

I tihnk youre about 66.6666% light

Back to the question, anything before the name became a hot potato...

Since no one is currently making SeaCraft's at all right now, I think its safe to say all are now "classic's", no?

Now we can split hairs on Moesly, Potter, CSY, SIC, Tracker, Bass Pro, etc, etc built ones :)

Haha.

AGREE....

Joe R
21 SeaCraft 1998
200 Optimax
Susie 2..............Absecon NJ