Here is our lovely mid 60's Clinker Boat the day we purchased it (Easter 2008) with it's one and only previous owners. The boat had been lovingly looked after, but it was time for somebody else to look after "Fiona" and we were only too happy to continue this on. We have taken the boat out on a few limited cruises, with some minor mechanical issues to be ironed out. The hull itself showed to be still very solid and proved that it's initial builder was very thorough during construction all those years ago. It is believed the gentleman who built the boat only built four boats, two of which were 14 feet hulls, the other two being 16 feet. Ours is a 16' and the only built with "fins". It is still powered by the original Dodge Kew sidevalve 6 and retains all other original features including the trailer and Buick wheels. We have managed to gather a small amount of old ski gear to suit but are always on the prowl for more vintage ski equipment.
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