Classic Seacraft Restoration
 

Hey Everyone, I am pretty new to the classic seacraft world but I found a boat locally for a fair price that was restored in 05. My question is what are the major things to beware of when purchasing a classic seacraft, especially one that was restored by someone else. I know this boat had an IO, but now has an armstrong bracket on the back. Is there anything to be aware of or reinforcements that I should look for with the restoration? Thanks for your help, and I am looking forward to my first seacraft purchase

You might want to invest in a professional survey. Not all restorations are created equal and a surveyor will know what to look for.
Dave

Sam,

Let the group know where you are so that they may be able to recommend a surveyor that is particularly familiar with assessing re-cons and seacrafts in general. Not all surveyors have equal strengths/specialties.

You get the one out on the end of the cape? I was looking at that, but I don't have the time now.

Thanks, I am in Stuart, Fl. I do not believe the boat was listed on here. It was advertised locally. I would appreciate any surveyor recommendations. Biggest fear is getting something that is ready to go and find out that it needs a major repair. Should this one not work out I will be looking for one on here.

Shoot a PM to member Fiberglass1. Dan The Man. He does beautiful work and he knows a thing or two about our children.

Cheers,
GFS

insist on a surveyor of full restoration boats, or just call Don Herman from Hermco. He is nearby and will know more than anyone else on that exact boat.

"just call Don Herman from Hermco. He is nearby and will know more than anyone else on that exact boat. "
X2 :-)
OP

Sounds good, I spoke with him last week and now that we have agreed to a price I am going to bring it by him for the final ok. It is going to need a little bit of work so good to know there is a good shop nearby.