Bertram Moppie

Dick Bertram, a champion sailboat and power boat captain, in the late 50s decided to build an ocean racer. He used a design incorporating deep" V" hull and longitudinal strakes. he called it "Moppie", his wife's nickname. This became known as one the best rough water boats ever built.

What we have for this auction is a 25foot Bertram Moppie. It is 10feet wide. It is nearly 3 tons. The chines are flared outward to bite into a beam sea and level the boat. The transom is curved inward to minimize the effect of a following sea. And the deep "v" bow can cut heavy water like a sharp knife.

This boat is in good condition for it's age. It has not been beat or mistreated. Hull is sound and deck is good. Starboard motor had a leaky head, which is being replaced. Port motor runs. Also fuel tank is rusty and is also being replaced.

It has a new bimine top, the frame is damaged. Outdrives are good, props are new. Cabin cushions are good. Controls are free, so is steering.

It is a "Bertram" whatever is invested is this boat will never be lost in resale valve

Trailer is solid, made of tubular steel. Rubber is good. Trailer pulls very well.