14' Starcraft Holiday official restoration has begun

[chrisp929]

So i put in a wanted to buy ad on craigslist and got a few replys.
I went and paid in full $260 for a Starcraft Holiday 14". Included is a solid trailer and the nice guy is delivering the boat to me this week !

I don't know the model year but the ID plate says Holiday 14'. The plates are clear so i hope you guys can tell me what year i have. I THINK its a 1978 as the brochures show my 14' as white with blue stripe across side, with blue interior.

ONE THING .. it does NOT have the starboard cast aluminum transom plate.

I could easily have one fab'd up but i MUST have original .. ANY IDEAS ?

been lookin online and calling during lunch all day today .. so far . NOTHING ...

HELP !

pics to come when she is delivered . have some cell phone pics but they suck !

CELL PHONE PICS THAT SUCK .... i warned you ... much mor detailed pics to come once boat is delivered this week.

SCROLL DOWN TO ADDITIONAL POSTS below for more pics. I'm limited to 6 pictures per thread. Sorry.

Unmolested in all her glory.. keeping exact paint scheme for restore .

will need minor transom work

missing starboard transom cap. DANG IT !!

left side cap in place .. barely hanging on .. it came off on initial inspection. The transom is PURE mush...

transom pics .. pure mush .. motor and cables do not come with boat. good thing .. and splash well looks intact and undamaged.

obviously i'll need a new transom cap. going to either make or have made with thicker guage aluminum, but not overly thick. just NICE thick.

 

[Huron Angler]

Re: Purchased : Starcraft Holiday 14' !!!!!!!

Re: Purchased : Starcraft Holiday 14' !!!!!!!

Well you certainly got a good deal on her, congrats

As far as the corner brackets go, there was a guy in upstate NY that was selling all sorts of random parts for Starcraft aluminum boats. I think he has some corner pieces for sale. Not sure how to find him other than using crazedlist.org or scanning the NY craigslist.

Good luck, and we are looking forward to some photos.

 

[vegasphotoman]

Re: Purchased : Starcraft Holiday 14' !!!!!!!

Re: Purchased : Starcraft Holiday 14' !!!!!!!

cant beat that price AND delivered? cool!

enjoy the ol tinnie!

 

[Bwana Don]

Re: Purchased : Starcraft Holiday 14' !!!!!!!

Re: Purchased : Starcraft Holiday 14' !!!!!!!

You got a good deal. Can't wait to see it all cleaned up.

 

[CBGale2]

Re: Purchased : Starcraft Holiday 14' !!!!!!!

Re: Purchased : Starcraft Holiday 14' !!!!!!!

Congrats, cant wait to see the pictues.

 

[bananaboater]

Re: Purchased : Starcraft Holiday 14' !!!!!!!

Re: Purchased : Starcraft Holiday 14' !!!!!!!

Well...it's been 5 hours since your first post. Hasn't it arrived yet and haven't you taken any pics yet?

I know, just like my mom and dad said, "Be Patient."

Looking forward to seeing the new purchase. Welcome to the Starmada.

 

[jasoutside]

Re: Purchased : Starcraft Holiday 14' !! NOW CRAPPY Cell pics !

Re: Purchased : Starcraft Holiday 14' !! NOW CRAPPY Cell pics !

My friend, I think you have a lot of work ahead of you.

At the same time I have to say...

SWEET DEAL!!!!

Awesome score, way to go!!!! Love it!

 

[barato]

Re: Purchased : Starcraft Holiday 14' !! NOW CRAPPY Cell pics !

Re: Purchased : Starcraft Holiday 14' !! NOW CRAPPY Cell pics !

those are actually some pretty good pix. and yeah, even with the pudding-for-transom, you got a buy there! with some concerted work, you could have it usable by end of summer.

 

[bananaboater]

Re: Purchased : Starcraft Holiday 14' !! NOW CRAPPY Cell pics !

Re: Purchased : Starcraft Holiday 14' !! NOW CRAPPY Cell pics !

Those phone pics are fine. Keep us posted on arrival and progress. Lots of work ahead that will be rewarding.

 

[ezmobee]

Re: Purchased : Starcraft Holiday 14' !! NOW CRAPPY Cell pics !

Re: Purchased : Starcraft Holiday 14' !! NOW CRAPPY Cell pics !

That's a super cool little boat! I didn't realize they made the little Holiday model that late but based on the stickers, paint job, and what not, I'd agree with it being a late 70's model. Welcome to the Starmada!

 

[Daltonxj]

Re: Purchased : Starcraft Holiday 14' !! NOW CRAPPY Cell pics !

Re: Purchased : Starcraft Holiday 14' !! NOW CRAPPY Cell pics !

HIN: strc92720977
Model Year: 1977
Certification Year: 1977 (September)
Manufacturer: STARCRAFT MARINE LLC
Manufacturer City/State: TOPEKA IN

 

[Pugetsound]

Re: Purchased : Starcraft Holiday 14' !! NOW CRAPPY Cell pics !

Re: Purchased : Starcraft Holiday 14' !! NOW CRAPPY Cell pics !

Post a few photos once you clean the boat out. I am sure you will be surprised at what you really have

 

[chrisp929]

Re: Purchased : Starcraft Holiday 14' !! NOW CRAPPY Cell pics !

Re: Purchased : Starcraft Holiday 14' !! NOW CRAPPY Cell pics !

HIN: strc92720977
Model Year: 1977
Certification Year: 1977 (September)
Manufacturer: STARCRAFT MARINE LLC
Manufacturer City/State: TOPEKA IN

Thanks Daltonxj !!! I really appreciate that !

What makes this information so much sweeter is that i was born in SEPTEMBER OF 1977!!
Wow, this new info gives me goose bumps !

many many more pics to come ..

 

[Huron Angler]

Re: Purchased : Starcraft Holiday 14' !! NOW CRAPPY Cell pics !

Re: Purchased : Starcraft Holiday 14' !! NOW CRAPPY Cell pics !

I agree with Dalton, that # stamped on the transom indicates it's a 1977. The paint scheme is the same as my '79, they used that style from '76-'80 I think. I wanted a '77 too, since I was born that year also.

I love the little Holidays, I nearly bought a '75 15ft Holiday last year myself.

Gotta love the sweet mini splashwell, gives you lots of room in the stern for gear and fishing.

 

[barato]

Re: Purchased : Starcraft Holiday 14' !! NOW CRAPPY Cell pics !

Re: Purchased : Starcraft Holiday 14' !! NOW CRAPPY Cell pics !

1977??! stop it, y'all are making me feel as old as i am.

but i understand, the one guitar i may never sell is the old Gibson that was built the same year i was.

 

[fshngho]

Re: Purchased : Starcraft Holiday 14' !! NOW CRAPPY Cell pics !

Re: Purchased : Starcraft Holiday 14' !! NOW CRAPPY Cell pics !

Geeez these young whippersnappers. I graduated in 77. Anyone want to keep me????

 

[barato]

Re: Purchased : Starcraft Holiday 14' !! NOW CRAPPY Cell pics !

Re: Purchased : Starcraft Holiday 14' !! NOW CRAPPY Cell pics !

Ho, i'll join ya for a virtual beer and lamentations about our bodily aches & pains. it DOES give us a good excuse for why our resto's don't proceed as fast as those of them able young studs......

 

[chrisp929]

Re: Purchased : Starcraft Holiday 14' !! NOW CRAPPY Cell pics !

Re: Purchased : Starcraft Holiday 14' !! NOW CRAPPY Cell pics !

resized pics per mod and put them back up ..

 

[chrisp929]

Re: Purchased : Starcraft Holiday 14' !! NOW CRAPPY Cell pics !

Re: Purchased : Starcraft Holiday 14' !! NOW CRAPPY Cell pics !

Anyone care to advise how much power is SAFE power for this boat ?
Of course i'll be replacing the whole transom but .. is 40hp to much for a couple fat asses and some gear ? I'm 6'6" and about 225 .. maybe another bud a little lighter and some gear ..

40 ok ? .. I'm gonna say 25 may not be enough .. And 50hp may be overkill and extra weight ? .. I won't necessarily be going period to the boat .. so 80s' to 90's johnson or evinrudes would be fine ..


Thanks

 

[CBGale2]

Re: Purchased : Starcraft Holiday 14' !! NOW CRAPPY Cell pics !

Re: Purchased : Starcraft Holiday 14' !! NOW CRAPPY Cell pics !

Ive got a 40hp on my 14ft Falcon and its rated for a 40hp. And Ive got a few pounds on you. It gets up and planes nice with me and another couple hundred pounds of people in the boat. I think a 40 would do just fine for you.