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1905 Dan Kidney & Sons Launch

motor used Listed 20 days ago
£36,577
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Specifications

Model Launch
Year 1905
Length 22.0ft (6.7m)
Beam 1.16m
Hull Material wood
Engine 1 x Universal, 40 HP 4-stroke inboard motor
Fuel Type petrol
Engine Power 40 hp
Drive Type shaft

Equipment & Extras

Tax / VAT status
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  • Cosmetic restoration in 2022
  • Complete restoration in 1960's
  • Show-quality condition
  • Antique Boat of the Year at the 1972 Thousand Islands Boat Show
  • White cedar exterior
  • Handcrafted interior
  • Turn-key condition
  • Universal 40 HP 4-stroke inboard motor

Description

Stock #300212 Video of this vessel available at www [dot] popsells [dot] com/view/300212 ANY and ALL offers will be put in front of our seller! Submit your offer today! A piece of Wisconsin History! 1905 Dan Kidney & Sons! Cosmetic restoration in 2022! This 1905 Dan Kidney & Sons Launch is more than just a vessel; it is a meticulously preserved artifact of American maritime history. Built at the turn of the 20th century in West De Pere, Wisconsin, this 22-foot launch represents the pinnacle of early "gasoline launch" engineering. Having undergone a complete restoration in the late 1960s, she remains in show-quality condition, famously earning the title of Antique Boat of the Year at the prestigious Thousand Islands Boat Show in Clayton, NY, in 1972. The History of Dan Kidney & Sons The legacy of Dan Kidney is rooted in the golden age of wooden boat building. Established in 1874, the Kidney & Son Boat Factory expanded from a small home workshop into a massive 40,000-square-foot facility employing dozens of master craftsmen. While they were world-renowned for their "Green Bay" hunting boats and canoes, their gasoline launches were the luxury cruisers of their day. Because early gasoline engines in wooden hulls were significant fire hazards, very few of these original launches have survived the last 120 years, making this specific boat a rare find for serious collectors. While we will always attempt to provide you with a TRUE representation of every vessel we market, during any purchase from Pop you will be encouraged to schedule an inspection from an independent, accredited surveyor and every purchase WILL ALWAYS BE subject to your satisfaction with the results from your independent survey and your own personal trial run. If you're in the Minneapolis, St. Paul, Bloomington, or Brooklyn Park areas, please contact us to let us know what you're looking for and we'll get back with you today about any other antique boat options we have locally that may meet your needs. You have questions? We have answers. Call us at 001 (469) 844-2628 to discuss this vessel today. Owner's Comment Undergone an exhaustive restoration, this 1905 Dan Kidney & Sons Launch is a show-quality antique vessel maintained to the highest standards. Both the white cedar exterior and the handcrafted interior remain in gorgeous, turn-key condition, reflecting the meticulous care of only three owners across its 120-year history. Complete restoration in 1960's and a cosmetic resttoration in 2022. The vessel is powered by a Universal 40 HP 4-stroke inboard motor that is in excellent mechanical health and runs great. This modernized power plant ensures reliable performance and smooth operation while perfectly complementing the classic aesthetic of this historic Wisconsin treasure.

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Monthly Finance Payment
£359
£31,090 over 10 years at 6.9% APR

Monthly Running Costs (estimated)

Mooring / berthing £292
Insurance £46
Maintenance £122
Fuel £292
Running costs subtotal £751/mo
True Monthly Cost
£1,110
Finance + running costs combined
Finance 32% Running costs 68%
Total Interest
£12,036
Total Cost (finance)
£48,613

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