NEW INFO AND PICTURES The
engine seems to have all its parts Red plate on engine says interceptor
Model 185 serial # 751060 (poss 1960 ?) Dearborn marine engines,
royal oak mich. no zip code. Model # 185 is a 292 Cu inch engine . I took more photos on my new Galaxy Android
Phone but have not figured how to download them. Call and I will send
to them to you phone Vintage Boat 1959-60-61 ? Higgins 18 Mandalay Ford Interceptor motor V8 Interceptor 292 CIAS IS WHERE IS CUSTOMER PICKUP ONLY BUFORD GA. LAKE LANIER 30518 / 40 miles north of Atlanta . When this boat ruled the Lake it was the pride of the owner. Left unattended under an old tin shed for 40 + years has taken its toll . Bring it back to life , there are only about 200 Higgins Boats restored make this 201. Go to the original style or as a Mini version of a P.T. Boat as Higgins heritage of the immortal PT boat of wartime fame. 1959-60-61- Unsure of year AS IS WHERE IS . Fresh water used only owner died boat has been in storage shed over 40 years. Hull has some bad rotted areas where the wood supports put pressure on the hull. The motor ran when stored but no promises. all parts and deck hardware intact including Instrument cluster a $400. item by itself , Gas Pedal broken see photos AS IS NOT RUNNING OR WATER WORTHY at this time it is Awaiting Restoration .!959-60-61- Unsure of year I have been told it could be a 1959 by the early Dual Chrome air intakes.AS IS WHERE IS . Fresh water used only owner died boat has been in storage shed over 40 years. Hull has rotted damage where the wood supports put pressure on the hull ,The motor ran once but no promises It has been covered and protected from the elements under a shelter and has engine cover over it to keep weather out. Yes all parts and deck hardware are intact Gas Pedal broken This model has the Chrome Air Intakes and DUAL Exhausts see photos AS IS Please feel free to ask questions I might be able to answer as I am not a boat person ?1959-60-61- Unsure of year AS IS WHERE IS . Fresh water used only owner died boat has been in storage shed over 40 years. Hull rotted motor ran once but no promises. all parts and deck hardware intact Gas Pedal broken . Drive shaft & Bronze prop and Bronze Rudder are still there. see photos Remember it is AS IS NOT RUNNING OR WATER WORTHY Restoration or parts use. The Dash gauge unit alone is a $400.00 value . $950.00 BUY IT NOW or BEST OFFER This has to sell to help me fix my other boat.I will hold this for pickup. upon payment in full This can be loaded on a car hauler tire will inflate for loading. Parameters of Product: StatsStyle:UtilityMake:HigginsLength:18'Engine: Model # 185 serial #751060V8 Interceptor 292 CI Status:For SaleHiggins 18 Mandalay is like a sports car on water. Interceptor motor it is fast top end was originally supposed to be 47 mph.With the port side drive, foot pedal throttle, and transmission shift on the column it is unlike most other boatsold or new.One 1961 Higgins magazine ad says of its models: Note those lines of beauty, speed and seaworthinessheritage of the immortal PT boat of wartime fame..Interceptor Please email me if you would like additional pictures. This would make a great addition to any collection. Please leave feedback for me when item arrives and I will leave it for you. We pack Great please open safely. *Picture copyright held by photographer. * If you are the author of this description and would like it removed please email me. PLEASE VIEW PHOTOS TO JUDGE BEFORE BIDDING. THANKS PLEASE BE ADVISEDIF YOU PURCHASE WITHOUT QUESTIONS WE CONSIDER YOU KNOWLEDGEABLE TO WHAT YOU ARE PURCHASING I welcome questions and will send specific photos requested . Be a smart Buyer & don't wait to the last minute.
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