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Montgomery 17 on Trailer! Ready for Renovation!

1976 Montgomery 17

  • Make: Montgomery
  • Model: 17
  • Type: Sloop
  • Year: 1976
  • Location: Houston, Texas, United States

Description

1976 Montgomery 17 Sailboat on Trailer! I have clear Texas title, in my name, to the boat. Both the boat and the trailer are recently re-registered in Texas and also in my name!
Many more pictures via link are available on request.
Tires on trailer are new. Trailer comes with a NEW set of magnetic trailer lights with a 4 prong plug.
Boat was stored for over 10 years! Will need restoration inside and out. You can park it in the driveway or backyard while working on it. When you're done, you can sail away! Aloha!
Came with the basic hull, mast with rigging, a boom, 2 sails, a rudder and tiller, and a swing keel. I also have the engineering drawing to make a new Montgomery rudder for her if you prefer.
Great little micro cruiser... one of the most sought-after little boats out there.
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Thanks for checking out my stuff! - Jim B
HERE'S THE CONDITION REPORT FOR THIS BOAT:
Montgomery 17 Condition Report
The boat is titled and registered in my name. The trailer is registered in my name and in Texas, all you need is a bill of sale to transfer ownership. I will be happy to go with you to the Fish and Game department and the Tax office to make the transfer. That way you know the paperwork is good.
I have looked over a lot of this boat. It's been stored over 10 years in a parking spot in a storage lot. Conditions refer mainly to that neglect
1. TRAILER. Tires have been replaced and bearings worked fine on 2 separate trailering events. There was lots of rust on the trailer. I Ospho'd the rust and painted the trailer. It's a lot better looking now. Some rust on the axle but seems to be in good working order. The tongue and fender attachments might could use some extra beefing up. It trailered just fine for me and seems to be holding up well.
2. HULL. The hull shows its age, but is solid as a rock!
3. BOTTOM. Bottom paint is all but gone from the bottom. So? If you're gonna trailer it, you don't need bottom paint. If you decide to keep the boat in the water for several months or more, you might consider a quart of bottom paint. The keel bolt for the swing keel is stainless and appears in good order as does the inside mechanism.
4. STERN. The stern is solid. Note the mast holder is bolted to the gudgeons on the stern. The top cap that goes over the mast once it's loaded on, is right there with it all. Makes the trailering go smoother.
5. DECK. Deck looks good and feels strong. No soft spots noted. Fore hatch is strong and has a solid positive lock inside. It's hinged forward so you can vent the cabin while under way. Very nice toe rail on this boat.
6. COCKPIT. Big and deep! One of the reasons you want this boat. Keeps you safe and dry "out there." The holster for the winch handle is cracked at the top but still works (it's a 10 dollar item). I have an aluminum winch handle that goes with the boat (not pictured). Both hatches in the cockpit are in good working order and both lazaretts are independent of the interior of the boat, if memory serves me correctly. Cockpit sole is sturdy. Winches are in good working order.
7. INTERIOR. Figure you'll want to re-wire, which can't get much easier on a boat than this one. Short runs and easy access. The fuse panel may be salvageable, but it may not. You can get them new and used for cheap. You'll want a marine battery, too. The interior lights have their covers gone... but they are incandescent light fixtures anyway and to save electricity, it's better to put in the new LED lights.
8. MAST AND RIGGING. The mast is in good shape. I didn't pressure wash it, so it's got some green algae on it. Should clean up well. Not pocked and the rigging looks good. Boom is in good shape. There's a whisker pole with the boat, that might need some work as there's no clasp to hook on with. Chain plates are clean and well mounted.
9. HEAD. There is a port-o-potti that came with the boat. It seems to be in pretty good shape. If you don't want it, I understand. If you do, I salute you, as these are getting pricey nowadays and can easily run over a hundred bucks for a new one.
10. MAIN HATCH BOARD. There is a ONE-PIECE plywood hatch board that fits perfectly and has the inside cut out. It's use was for screening the boat at night to keep the bugs out at anchorage. You can use that as a pattern to make new solid hatch boards.
11. TILLER and RUDDER. There is a nice tiller and a nice metal rudder designed for a swing keel setup.
12. Other Gear. There is a bag with a couple sails in it. I haven't checked to see if they are intact. There is a cheesey swim ladder, pictured. Also, there are 2 paddles. There is a plastic awning with wooden battens that, if you don't want to use it, you could use for a pattern to make a sun or rain awning from better materials.
13. WHAT THE BOAT DOESN'T HAVE. No cushions of any sort. No safety flares, whistles, etc. No compass. No outboard No battery.
SUMMARY. This boat is almost 42 years old. It's been neglected a great deal and needs cleaning, work, and materials.
There ya go. I hope I didn't forget anything, but memory is the second thing that goes and I can't quite remember what the first thing is. I wrote out the best recollection I have for the boat and her condition. I know these are much sought after boats and I am nuts for selling her as it only took me a couple decades to find a good deal on one.
If you're gonna pass on the boat, let me just wish you good luck on whatever boat you find. The dream is real and living in the sailing world is the best possible world a person can find. There is a universe of amazing experiences to be had and a huge tribe of interesting and amazing people that come with it. Fair winds, y'all - Jim B
Please come and see the boat prior to bidding! Also, I have the boat for sale locally and reserve the right to end the auction early if she sells. If you want to bid, best do it while you can. Good luck, y'all!
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