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1953 Chris-Craft 18 Runabout
$52,000.00
Location: Petoskey
Usage: Used
Length: 18.00 ft
Engine Hours: 1
Stock #: 3805
Name: Joe Gallagher
Phone: 269 312 0965
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Value Your TradeDescription
This beautifully restored 1953 Chris-Craft Riviera 18’ is an exceptional example of one of Chris-Craft’s most sought-after classic runabouts. Originally built in Cadillac, Michigan and delivered to Bellaire, Michigan on June 5, 1953, the boat has remained freshwater its entire life.
A complete rotisserie restoration by Mayea Boat Works included a 5,200-series replanked bottom, conversion to a 12-volt electrical system, and a professionally rebuilt original Chris-Craft KBL 131 HP triple-carburetor engine. The boat also features a custom mooring cover, custom trailer built in 2024, new water pump impeller (October 2024), and extensive restoration records and provenance.
Awarded Gold at the 2024 ACBS International Boat Show (86/100), this Riviera is ready to be enjoyed or shown.
Notable Features:
- Chris-Craft KBL 131 HP triple-carburetor engine
- 5,200-series replanked bottom
- 12-volt electrical conversion
- Custom trailer (2024)
- Custom mooring cover
- New water pump impeller (2024)
- Bow burgee and stern flag included
- Dock lines and fenders included
- Extensive documentation and restoration records
Specs
Length Overall
18.00 ft
Beam
6.25 ft
Boat Name
Moondance
Builder Name
Chris Craft
Beam Measure
6.25 ft
Total Engine Power Quantity
131.00 hp
Boat Hull Material Code
Wood
Nominal Length
18.00 ft
Additional Details
Disclaimer
The Company 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.
No Of Engines: 1
Engine 1:
Make
Chris Craft
Model
KBL
Fuel
unleaded
Type
Inboard
Hours
1
Contact
Sales Rep Name
Joe Gallagher
Sales Rep Phone
269 312 0965
Sales Rep Email
boats@walstrom.com
