Snail is currently powered by her original 400hp 12-cylinder Liberty engine. The engines developed 400 to 500hp and could produce speeds in excess of 50Mph. Often referred to as a “gentleman’s racer,” the Baby Gar could be also used for recreational boating as well as racing.īaby Gars were powered with World War I Liberty aircraft engines that Gar Wood converted to marine use in his own plant. When Gar Wood’s race boats, with powerful aircraft engines, dominated the races for the fifth year in a row, the Race Committee decided to place restrictions on the types of boats permitted. Until that time there were few limits placed on boats that raced for this trophy each year. The Baby Gar model was Gar Wood’s response to the rules changes approved by the Gold Cup Racing Committee in 1922. Lawrence River that could beat Snail in a race. According to local legend, Noble had a standing offer of $1,000 to the owner of any boat on the St. Noble, president of the Life Saver Candy Company, lived in Upstate New York and was a summer resident of the Thousand Islands. With tongue-in-cheek, Noble named his new boat, one the fastest on the River, Snail. Noble to Gar Wood clearly shows his enthusiasm for his new boat. However, I cannot quite seem to curb my enthusiasm for my Baby Gar…I am now completely sold on the idea that I have purchased all the costly experience of Gar Wood very cheaply indeed and the result is a magnificent, smooth running, exceedingly fast runabout…again, assuring you of my pleasure in owning one of these boats…” This 1926 letter from Edward J. “I seldom write testimonial letters and I am quite sure that this is my first unsolicited one. Miss Detroit VII as she appears in ABM’s Gold Cup building today. Although the results of the race didn’t change, the name of the boat did. When Teddy was declared the winner, a major controversy ensued, as some observers felt that she should be disqualified for running several laps without the hatch. On the 49th lap, Teddy‘s missing hatch was replaced with one from Bruin, which by then had withdrawn from the race. The racing rules of the time required that the engines be covered by hatches. However, the victory was marred by controversy because one of her engine hatches blew off during the 43rd lap. Racing in the 1923 Sweepstakes race with Gar Wood’s brother George at the helm, she won the $10,000 first prize. She and her sistership Bruin were named for the two teddy bears that Gar Wood always carried with him as good luck mascots when he raced. Miss Detroit VII was built in 1924 by Gar Wood and originally named Teddy. It still has the original motor and fuel tank! A perfect boat for the lake to cruise to a nice lunch.Teddy and Bruin, in their life-jackets, posing with Gar Wood. This a nostalgic look back on how boats used to be made. This is the same model boat that was featured in the movie "On Golden Pond". There is seating for five adults, two forward and three aft. There is a shine on the hull that you can see yourself in. The mahogany on this boat is in wonderful condition which is pretty amazing when you consider her age. This particular U22 has eleven coats of varnish that was hand-applied. All of these boats were handmade and it really shows. This boat is a beautiful example of the craftsmanship delivered by the manufacturer. Per the Seller: All systems are in good working order.įull Service and Maintenance Records are available including original documentation verified by The Mariners' Museum Chris Craft - Newport News, VA.īeautiful Chris Craft ready to cruise on it's next adventure!Ībsolutely beautiful 1953 Chris Craft U22 Sportsman ready for the water. A powered bilge pump has been installed to assist the original manual one. The bilge shows no wood rot and is pretty clean for the age of the boat. The hull condition is in near perfect condition with no visible scratches, dents or dings.
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