Elco 44' Cruiser

1939 Elco 44' classic cruiser. This boat has an enormous amount of character in every detail. It is in need of a competent, motivated new owner to complete needed work. Here are some of the details:

• The boat is equipped with two Marine Air/Cruisair (Dometic) reverse-cycle AC units.
• Has a U-Line built-in ice maker.
• Has a very large built-in 12v DC fridge.
• Has a microwave and new Dometic electric range.
• New AC and DC panels have been professionally installed (with meters).
• A new shower pan and electric macerating head have been installed in the head.
• Shower and sink fixtures need to be installed.
• A flat screen TV is mounted in the master cabin forward.
• Boat was repowered with Mercruiser 5.7L engines with Borg Warner transmissions in the mid 90's. Engines need work. They were both rebuilt about 5 years ago. We suspect both engine oil pans need to be replaced because of an inoperable bilge pump and standing water that affected the pans. When filling with oil, oil drains into the bilge after a few minutes. Both engines will fire off and have been run briefly.
• The wood hull had a lot of work done about six years ago during a long haul-out. However, more needs to be done. There are some problem spots with plank joining (do not appear rotted) that need attention and cause bilge pumps to cycle regularly.
• The boat was stored in a covered slip until about six months ago. Unfortunately, the Texas summer sun has taken a toll on the exterior varnish. t needs refinishing, and really should be moved back to a covered slip.
• Carpet, very nice matching upholstered chairs and tables have been removed from the salon for easier access to engine spaces, but are included.

The boat can be viewed by appointment only in League City, TX. We would welcome any in-person inspections. Due to the engine condition, a haul-out for survey purposes would require a tow.We can help arrange towing to a local yard for survey or transport. However, any costs involved would be the responsibility of the (potential) buyer.I am listing the boat for a friend. There are many more details that will be added as possible. Serious bidders can discuss in more detail directly with the owner. Please email any questions you may have. For more pictures, please see this Dropbox folder is available upon request (classifieds board will not allow the link here...). A lot of time, effort, and expense has been invested in the boat. It really deserves an owner who appreciates it character and class, and is capable of giver her the care she needs. Thanks for looking!