1937 53' Elco Marine Cockpit MY

INTRODUCTION
As CROWN GOOSE this 53 Elco received a thorough and proper restoration completing in 2002. The restoration involved significant research at Mystic Seaport Museum plus the purchase and salvage of a Sistership. The current owner purchases her in 2006 re-naming her CROWN GOOSE and further expanding the restoration. Purchase of CROWN GOOSE secures a historical antique in turnkey condition a very rare opportunity. CROWN GOOSE has been the recipient of many awards including Best Professional Restoration June 2003 and Best Antique Cruiser and Competitors Choice Awards June 2005 National Association of Classic Boats.
VESSEL WALKTHROUGH
CROWN GOOSES tasteful and elegant Art Deco dcor is faithful to her 1937 pedigree all interior hardware fittings are original bronze and re-chromed. Her layout is as follows. A large forecastle comprises the crew living quarters with two bunks to starboard and a washbasin / counter drawers and hanging locker to port. The spacious full beam galley down features a new Princess stove full size refrigerator microwave stainless steel deep sink and access to the engine room. The large main salon has lots of natural lighting from its many windows that provide a panoramic view at chair level. Furniture includes twin-upholstered armchairs sofa with mahogany trim and original mahogany drop leaf dining table. To access the side deck there are 2 doors one starboard and one on the port side.Aft from the main salon the centerline companionway leads to 2 port and starboard junior suites with full bunks. Further aft and to port is the guest head and to starboard is the owners head with shower/tub counter top original porcelain sink original re-chromed hardware a second door opening to the owners suite. The master cabin has twin berths port and starboard mahogany chest of drawers 3 section mirror and hanging closets. An off center sliding hatch leads to the aft cockpit that features twin wicker lounge chairs with new cushions a new Sunbrella awning.On deck there is a forward cockpit seat. The open flybridge is just forward of the boat deck and battleship style mast. The fly-tarp is Sunbrella and has chrome plated bronze tubing. All lifelines are new plastic coated bronze wire with Mahogany cap rail and the decks are teak.
RESTORATION DETAILS [removed phone]
New teak decks (2000) new mahogany transom white cedar planking on oak frames where needed mahogany cap railEvery bit of galvanized material removed and replaced with all new silicone bronze fasteners8KW Perkins generator with 360 hours SMOHAll deck hardware art deco interior lighting running lights are original bronze freshly chromed platedRebuilt and installed 50 amp 3 bank chargerRebuilt Detroit 453 diesel engines 125 hp aside 440 hours SMOHRebuilt and installed Borg Warner Velvet Drive 2.5 to 1 transmissionMorris throttle cablesHynautic steering systemAll new electrical wiring installed and specified to ABYC standardsRebuilt rudder framingElectrical panels(3) 30 Amp servicesNew full sized Norcold- Wilcox electric head owners cabinCritten-Wilcox manual headNew holding tank with 40-gallon storage with all related piping and valve to deck pump out and over boardNew 240 gallon CG approved fuel tank epoxy coated with filters piping and valves
ENGINE / MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT
Twin Detroit 453s 125 hp with 440 hours SMOH in 2003Borg Warners Velvet Drive TransmissionsReconditioned running gear shaft logs rudders and 2 new Michigan bronze propsPerkins 8 kW generator with 360 hours SMOH in 1995 - Installed 2005 with custom SS beds12 Gallons water heater (2002)All new electrical and plumbing done to ABYC standards (2002)
ELECTRICAL
12 Volt DC systems110 AC (3) 30-amp panelsBatteries (4) Ds ([removed phone] x Type 27 for Genset75 AH engine alternatorsProfessional Mariner 3 bank battery chargerGFI type outlets
DECK EQUIPMENT
30 LBS Yachtsman anchor with 300 nylon rode25LBS Danforth anchorElectric anchor winch and davit (original)(8) Type 1 Life jacketsThrow ring with 75 floating lineCover for house rails deck boxes and helmCustom fabrics for helm seatCustom lounge seating on bridge deck
BROKER'S REMARKS
CROWN GOOSE offers a very rare opportunity to purchase a restored and turn-key pre-war antique at a reasonable price.
Category: Powerboats
Water Capacity: 125 gal
Type: Motoryacht
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Manufacturer: Elco Marine
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Model: Cockpit MY
Passengers: 0
Year: 1937
Sleeps: 0
Length/LOA: 53' 0"
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Price: $259,000 / €199,032
Engine Manufacturer: Detroit Diesel
Condition: Unavailable
Engine Model: 4-53
Boat's Name: Crown Goose
Engine Type: Other
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Number of Engines: 2
Location: Gloucester Point, VA 23062
United States
Engine Drive: Other
Beam: 14' 0"
Horsepower: 125 hp
Draft: 3' 6"
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Fuel Type: Diesel
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Fuel Capacity: 240 gal
Hull Material: Wood
Propeller Type: Other
Number of Hulls: 1
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Boat Ad Last Revised: [removed phone]:31:19
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