1960's? Cherokee Runabout

[Terrellbarrell]

I purchased a Cherokee Runabout boat over the summer with a 40HP Johnson Electric Sea-Horse outboard motor. The previous owner did not have a title and claims that the year of the boat and engine is 1961. I have not been able to find any information on the year and model of the boat and I would like to restore it back to its original condition. My goal is to find this info so I am able to match the paint to its original color and maybe find some extra parts etc... Any Information on this would help me out tremendously!!!!

 

[Scott Danforth]

Without a title or ownership papers, its a yard planter.

Before doing anything get legal ownership

 

[Dennischaves]

I agree make sure you have a title or it registered in your name before you spend and money or time on it

 

[ssdale]

There is a section on this forum dedicated to Cherokee boats. Click the " Boating Forum" button and then scroll all the way down to the bottom of the page and click on the "A-C Manufacturers" list. Then click on Cherokee. I completed a restore of a 1965 Cherokee and have posted a few screen shots of old brochures that may help you. These are great boats with a lot of style and yours looks to be complete and worth saving.

​There are crude metal tags on the transom that should have your VIN stamped on them.

​Depending on your state, they are giving you good advice regarding titling. I got mine done here in Missouri, only after calling in a favor from a local politician. If you have a will, there is a way. Do a little research on boat titling in your state and you will see what I mean.http://

 

[Terrellbarrell]

Found out it is a 1500 Avalon. It was etched onto a few of the beams in the hull. Getting my title tomorrow!

 

[ssdale]

SWEET! Your trailer is also correct vintage. The cleats, stern light and even the transom handles are all designed by a immigrant named Tom Faul, known as the "Aqua Bird" line of accessories. Permission to tag along.