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While traveling in the the southwest recently, I spotted what appeared at first to be a fifties Bell Boy. Looking closer I was surprised to find a Skagit propped up amongst the Suguaro cactus. Amazing how these old classics turn up out of nowhere.
The boats general condition was also a surprise considering it had been sitting out in 120 degree heat at times in the Sonora desert. The top gel coat had spider cracks but the fiberglass seemed flexible and strong. The floorboards showed no evidence of soft spots or signs of rot, and the transom was solid as a rock (maybe petrified?) if the tap and thump test tells you anything. The overall condition was a real testament to the durability of these amazing old craft. They certainly weren't designed with this longevity in mind I'm sure.
According to the crusty old old owner , the boat and motor where used regularly at a nearby lake until a few years ago. He wants $500 for the works to get some money back for engine work, but I got the feeling he just wants it gone. Good deal for anyone in the neighorhood of Apache Junction AZ this weekend!
Can any of you Skagit buffs identify the year and model? the owner didn't have a clue. "Fifty something I think. sure gets a lot of attention." Early sixties sportster? I don't recall having seen that particular model in our club.
The boats general condition was also a surprise considering it had been sitting out in 120 degree heat at times in the Sonora desert. The top gel coat had spider cracks but the fiberglass seemed flexible and strong. The floorboards showed no evidence of soft spots or signs of rot, and the transom was solid as a rock (maybe petrified?) if the tap and thump test tells you anything. The overall condition was a real testament to the durability of these amazing old craft. They certainly weren't designed with this longevity in mind I'm sure.
According to the crusty old old owner , the boat and motor where used regularly at a nearby lake until a few years ago. He wants $500 for the works to get some money back for engine work, but I got the feeling he just wants it gone. Good deal for anyone in the neighorhood of Apache Junction AZ this weekend!
Can any of you Skagit buffs identify the year and model? the owner didn't have a clue. "Fifty something I think. sure gets a lot of attention." Early sixties sportster? I don't recall having seen that particular model in our club.
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