Chris-Craft Enclosed Express Cruiser / Major Price Reduction!

1940 CHRIS CRAFT DELUXE ENCLOSED EXPRESS CRUISER / PRICE REDUCTION!!

NOTE:  Owner has just DRASTICALLY reduced the price of this gorgeous Chris Craft due to other personal priorities!!  DO NOT MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY to own a very rare CHRIS CRAFT and one that is in better than new condition!!  After 20+ years of ownership by a very meticulous, retired firefighter, he is reluctantly making this beauty available.  With only 3 owners in her history, she has been meticulously cared for, always covered and maintained to the highest standards.  The amount of time and money spent to keep her better than new extends well beyond this very realistic price for such a craft.

The Rarity not only comes from it’s pristine condition, but the fact that it is believed to be one of 3 special built models within this Hull series in that it has the wide, double cabin entryway doors.  Only 78 total units of this hull model were built in total.  REFERENCE:  Page 101 of the Chris Craft Essential Guide.  See the Vessel Spec Sheet for Hull details.

Following are additional details for this fabulous vessel.  You will not find another like it in such an immaculate condition that needs absolutely nothing!! 

1. Only 3 owners over it's 71 year life.

2, Always kept in fresh water, no corrosion.

3. 2002  ACBS International Boat Show winner (cruiser class) and numerous other shows. 

4. Owned for the past 20 years by a marine surveyor & firefighter (retired)

5. Rare or one of a kind deck plan.

6. Boat is signed by Chris Smith.

7. Boat has been expertly maintained.

8. Rewired to 12 volts.

9. Many upgrades from stock: new adjustable engine mounts, larger diameter ss prop. shafts, Drivesavers, dripless shaft seals, realigned shaft logs, 4 blade props. 4D house battery, CO detector, flammable vapor detector in engine room, diesel cabin heater, USCG approved fuel and exhaust hoses, sound deadener in engine room.

10. Paragon variable type transmissions with gear reduction.

11. Fittings rechromed.

12. Restored condition.

13. Engines detailed.

14. Roll up windows with screens concealed inside the cabin sides. 

15. Chromed navy type anchor on deck.

16. Huge amount of storage throughout.

17. Quality upgrades to cabin and furnishings.

18. Original engines.

19. Original galley stove

20. Original fixtures, fittings, hinges, knobs, large mounted brass manual bilge pump.    

21. All clothes, and bedding storage and lockers are lined with aromatic cedar.

NOTE:   Present owner requires perfection and this vessel reflects it perfectly.  Also note that it comes completely equipped including the perfect and hard to find interior accents of the period.  And check out the diesel interior heater installation.  The twin motors are so clean and perfectly organized that you could eat off of them!! Again, perfection.  The first person to step foot on this magnificent vessel will buy it!! 

Take a very close look at the detailed pictures.  And YES, these are current pictures, within the last few months if not the last 2 weeks!!!  I have additional pictures and can send you larger file sizes on any of those shown if interested.

Price for this magnificent vessel is $39,500. and well below true value.  There is no issue involved in transporting her if needed. Due to it’s length and Beam, the cost would be nominal.  No trailer included.

Please do not hesitate to contact me for any questions or to make an appointment to view.