This isn't really a restoration, but this is a fairly unusual boat. The owner of this 2002 Air Nautique 196 (basically a Ski Nautique Open Bow with a tower and Air graphics) contacted us because his propeller shaft had snapped and dropped his propeller into the lake. We'll install a new shaft and prop, along with a new dripless packing gland.
Here's the starting point.
A few days ago, we pulled this 1978 Cuddy Nautique out of a barn in the Tennessee mountains and brought it back to our facility. These are kind of rare vessels. The hull is the same as the Fish Nautique, but the top deck was built by the Regal Boat Company, and transported to Correct Craft for installation onto the hull, creating the cuddy cabin. Not sure how many were made, or why, but it will make a great wintertime cruiser! We're looking forward to working on it, and seeing how much of the original seating/flooring/equipment can be saved.
This 2004 Air Nautique SV-211 is a boat that we're selling on consignment for a friend. It is finished in the rare color of Wineberry and Silver Cloud, and has the upgraded PCM Excalibur 5.7L 330 HP engine (standard was the 5.0L 275 HP). This boat has a low 840 hours.
This is a local Lake Norman boat that has spent most of its life here. While it is a very nice vessel, it is not perfect. There are some gelcoat blisters below the water line, and the upholstery is starting to show its age in some places.
Mechanically, it is in very nice condition. The steering cable has just been replaced, and the engine has had a full service, so it is ready for the water immediately.
If you're familiar with Nautiques of this era, you may be aware of the common issue of the gauges tending to fail over time. This boat is starting to experience that issue, but some of the gauges still work. There is a repair kit for this issue.
Due to the imperfections that this boat has, the owner is willing to sell it at a great price. This would be a great starter boat, or one that could be restored to excellent condition if desired. If you're looking for an inexpensive boat that can be a good ski/wake/surf boat, this is your vessel!
There is no trailer included with this boat, however if you need a trailer, Silver Cove Marine has one that would hold this boat available at an additional cost.
This boat has a clean and clear North Carolina title.
Price for this boat: $16,900.00
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