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1932 GarWood 18' Runabout Split Cockpit Runabout:

Here is a 1932 18 foot split cockpit runabout, model #18-35 that is one of only 28 units of that model built in 1932 by GarWood.  Originally shipped from the factory to Saranac Lake, New York.  There area only five still known to be in existence.  This rare boat was completely restored by Roger Johnston in Ballston Spa, New York.  Current owners purchased the boat in 2001 and the interior replaced by Macatawa Bay Boat Works with MBBW premium marine leather in maroon. The varnish was also refurbished at this time.  The boat took second in place in its class at the Lake Tahoe Concours de'Elegance Boat Show. 

The boat was repowered with a 1947 Chrysler Crown 250 cubic inch 6 cylinder engine that was balanced and fitted with hard valve seats to allow use of high octane unleaded gas.  The engine is rated at 140 HP and has less than 15 hours if running time.  It has a Zenith updraft carburetor.  The engine was rebuilt by John Matzen of Performance Concepts located in Cotati, California.  Matzen is well know and highly respected classic marine engine rebuilder.  The boat serial number is 4299.  

The boat comes with a single axle trailer that has new tires and a spare.  The boat has been revarnish again in 2007 and is ready for enjoyment or show. 

This rare and beautiful boat is being offered for $49,900 and is currently located in California.  MBBW can arrange for shipping to any location in USA or internationally.  

Please call or email Jon Reus at 269-857-4556 for more information or to make an appointment to see this boat.  email: sales@mbbw.com  please reference listing number 096 when emailing  View our complete website at www.mbbw.com

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Macatawa Bay Boat Works
297 S. Maple Street  Saugatuck, Michigan 49453
Phone:  (269) 857-4556  Fax: (269) 857-4218
e-mail:  sales@mbbw.com