Chris Craft Racer

Up for sale for the first time since her total restoration in 1991 is this one of a kind 19 Chris Craft 1950 Racing Runabout. Out of 503 R19 Racing Runabouts produced, she is the only craft to receive an ML 145hp engine and is one of 206 varnished hulls produced out of that number. Purchased in South Bend, Indiana in 1990, a two year painstaking restoration produced a boat that was exactly as she was made in 1950. This boat is as original as it gets from the Reed & Prince screws, seat cushions, 6v. system, original chrome and stainless to the diagonal inner planking with canvas and wood plank bottom. The top deck is tight, not cracks or chips, it is dulling from original mirror finish. The sides are in need of varnish, but this will not affect the use of the boat. Includes custom bunk trailer, all restoration receipts and photos, original burgee and ensign poles and flags, braided dock lines, dip stick for tank and Coast Guard life vest.

We hope that you appreciate the endeavor to preserve history and the originality of R-19-291. She is better than the day she was made.

We'll deliver or meet for pick up maximum 350 miles in any direction from Chicago, no charge.

Please ask questions before bidding and good luck!