Winter Project Boat Wanted

[ivan_ogburn]

I am looking for a low cost restorable late 1950s, early 1960s boat with tail fins or wings. Of course the bigger the fins/wings the better and the closer to Houston, Texas the better. I am not looking for a perfect boat just one worth restoring. I am on a limited budget (who isn't?) so free would be great but I am a realist and understand one man’s junk is another man’s treasure. I would prefer a smaller boat, 14' - 18', over larger, but will consider anything. <br />If you have something or know of someone in my area that may have what I am looking for, please let me know.<br /><br />Thanks<br /><br />Ivan Ogburn<br />aogburn1@houston.rr.com

 

[Friz]

Re: Winter Project Boat Wanted

I think that you are in a great area to find your dream project. The hurricanes have no doubt ruined a lot of equipment, made many spare parts available, and changed priorities of some people who may have that project already in their yard or garage.<br />I'd keep a look out around the Texas and Louisiana Coastal area newspaper ads and if possible, take a road trip with trailer attached and cash in hand.<br />I'm not advocating taking advantage of the hurricane victims in any way, but if my house or property was torn up, I'd be looking to unload my project boat in a heartbeat.<br />(BTW, it's not for sale...yet)