A new mystery boat to ID

[jklnhyde]

Very sporty lookin' lil' bugger. It's about 16 feet and with a 120HP, I-4 and a Mercruiser I-Drive that looks to be original. The gelcoat was red and it is in sad shape, but I like it. If I can get it for free, I'll take it! Ha, Ha

What is it?! The USCG plate is unreadable, but what I could see of the manufacturer's name were the last three letters, 'der' in script.

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[RotaryRacer]

Re: A new mystery boat to ID

Your pics aren't working. I think the address you used from you photobucket album is wrong.

Oh, now they do. Interesting lookig boat. It kinda reminds me of a Chrysler boat. However, if it has a Mercruiser drive that pretty much eliminates that as a possibility.

 

[Bondo]

Re: A new mystery boat to ID

What is it?! The USCG plate is unreadable, but what I could see of the manufacturer's name were the last three letters, 'der' in script.

Ayuh,... What does the Registration say it is,..??

What's the vin# on the starboard aft corner say,..??

 

[Starppy]

Re: A new mystery boat to ID

My guess would be either a Chrysler or a Glastron. I wouldn't rule out a Chrysler just because of the Merc outdrive. I've seen many Chrysler boats with MerCruisers.

Check this link.....

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/120-...820QQitemZ270340503820QQptZPowerQ5fMotorboats

 

[Chinewalker]

Re: A new mystery boat to ID

The letters "der" are the tail end of "Sidewinder". Looks like a Sidewinder XL model, c. early 1970s. Here's a REALLY NICE one for sale on PowerboatListings
- Scott

 

[jklnhyde]

Re: A new mystery boat to ID

OOOh, pretty. Yeah, I could barely make out the first letter in the tag (it was ripped) but it did look like an 'S'. Never heard of this manufacturer; I'll do some research soon. Thanks for the lead!
R