This little jewel has been completely gone over and any defects repaired or replaced.

This info was submitted to us by the owners via copy of survey:

Newly surveyed on February 10, 2001

Number has reportedly been authenticated by the Chris Craft Museum

Original Chris Craft plate still attached to the engine

Manual transmission has been completely rebuilt including new seals.

Starter and alternator rebuilt and converted from six volt positive ground to
twelve volt negative.

Engine completely rebuilt, including new babbette bearings, rebuilt crankshaft, valves and hardened valve stems.

Fuel tank: Fifteen gallon steel round tank has been removed, refinished, and re-coated inside and out, then returned to vessel.

One inch propeller shaft has been removed, reconditioned and reinstalled. Three-blade bronze 11x11 propeller along with original custom rudder have been reinstalled.

Vessel Construction: Keelson, apron and limber as well as frame are all mahogany and in Bristol condition. The strip planking is mahogany that has been screwed and epoxy coated; All screw holes have been filled to prevent moisture intrusion.

Decking, including interior and exterior, is custom fitted teak and holly, and has been epoxy coated.

Engine box has been rebuilt, epoxy coated and inlaid with a gold compass rose with gold inlays in each corner.

All spray rail has been refinished, reinstalled and epoxy covered.

All hardware is original and has been re-chromed, refinished and reinstalled. Two new chrome transom protective corners an d exhaust pipe have been installed.

Original Chris Craft engine gauges (which operate counter clockwise) has been refinished.

Custom made foam filled cushions as well as the addition of a 12 volt bilge pump.

Surveyor note states that the Valentine is in Bristol condition and has a priceless replacement cost.

BUT she can be yours today for only 32,500.00 and worth every cent.

Write or Call the Pirate today on this one. Eorton@aol.com or call him at (256) 350-4722
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