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1947 Fairliner Torpedo

Gig Harbor, Washington

$48,000

The Western Fairliner was built in limited numbers by the Western Boat Building Company from 1947 to 1951. In all 32 of these units were built. They were 17 Feet in length offering 6 foot beam. The base price was $3150 in those heady days. The frames originally were built of Sitka Spruce to allow the boats to achieve maximum speed. The hull was plank and enjoys a layer of 3M 5200 which allows for a no soak bottom. The hull is planked in Meranti which is less dense than Mahogany. The boat is overall in very good to excellent condition and catches admiring looks whenever it is seen. There are art deco details such as the cutwater and the torpedo stern is unique for a boat of this size. It has been in storage since 2015 and has only 5 hours since being rebuilt. It is now ready to be transferred to a new custodian who will provide the care and stewardship for the next generation. Trailer is included in sale
Contact the LISTING BROKER to set up an appointment to see this fantastic little runabout. shown by appointment only in its heated garage in Gig Harbor, WA

Basic Boat Info

Boat Name: No Ka 'ou
Make: Fairliner
Model: Torpedo
Year: 1947
Condition: Used
Category: Power
Designer: Fairliner
Construction: Wood
Boat Hull ID: NOHULLID1947
Has Hull ID: Yes
Keel Type: Other Keel

Dimensions

Length: 17 ft
Length Overall: 17 ft
Beam: 6 ft
Max Draft: 2 ft

Engines / Speed

Engines: 1
  • Make: Mercruiser
  • Model: 4 Cylinder
  • Fuel: Unleaded
  • Type: Inboard
  • Drive Type: Direct
Cruising Speed: 15 kn
Maximum Speed: 25 kn

Tanks

Fuel Tank Capacity: 15 gal

Other

Drive Type: Direct
Boat Class: Antique and Classics, Other, Runabouts

Contact

Matt Maynard
Irwin Yacht Sales

Office

Irwin Yacht Sales - Seattle
1001 Fairview Ave North
Seattle, WA, US, 98109
Tel:206-632-2900
Disclaimer
Any and all personal property is excluded from the sale of the vessel unless specifically listed and included in the listing specifications reference above. Personal property may be all equipment or gear that is not permanently attached to the vessel including but not limited to: artwork, entertainment equipment, fishing equipment, Direct TV Receivers, recreational equipment, tools, and personal appliances. Pictures may depict owners personal property and are not meant to convey these items are included in the sale of the vessel unless specifically listed herein. Irwin Yacht Sales offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.


Accommodations
  • Double Cockpit arrangement
  • Seating for 2 Forward
  • Bench seat Aft
  • Double doors to access Engine
  • Vinyl Seating
Disclaimer
Any and all personal property is excluded from the sale of the vessel unless specifically listed and included in the listing specifications reference above. Personal property may be all equipment or gear that is not permanently attached to the vessel including but not limited to: artwork, entertainment equipment, fishing equipment, Direct TV Receivers, recreational equipment, tools, and personal appliances. Pictures may depict owners personal property and are not meant to convey these items are included in the sale of the vessel unless specifically listed herein. Irwin Yacht Sales offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.