1952 Chris-Craft Riviera 18

Experience the timeless elegance of this 1952 Chris Craft Riviera, a classic wooden boat that has been meticulously restored to its original glory.

Key Features:

3M 5200 "no-soak" sealed hull (between mahogany planks) complete with anti-fouling coating.

Full Restoration completed in 2019: Every detail has been professionally and carefully refurbished, ensuring both aesthetic appeal and functionality. See restoration details and authentication document (last 2 photos in listing)

Complete 12 volt electrical system replaces original 6-volt system

Engine Rebuild: Fully Rebuilt original Hercules K (95 hp)

Classic Design: Iconic Chris Craft double plank mahogany hull wooden hull with rich bright work scented with chrome hardware, showcasing the craftsmanship of a bygone era.

This stunning vessel is ready for the water and promises to turn heads wherever you go. Do not miss the opportunity to own a piece of maritime history.

Recent survey completed in October of 2024

Valued at $42,000 USD

Motor City Boat Brokers offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change or withdrawal without notice.

The seller and broker make no warranties or guarantees regarding the overall or mechanical condition of the boat, its engine, or any associated systems, structure, finishes or equipment. The vessel is sold as-is (unless otherwise stated or agreed to in writing), with all faults and defects, whether known or unknown.

The buyer is strongly encouraged to conduct a thorough inspection of the vessel and/or any included trailer, including a marine survey by a licensed/certified marine surveyor, marine mechanical inspection by a licensed/certified marine mechanic, before completing the purchase. The seller disclaims any responsibility for any mechanical issues, repairs, or failures that may arise after the sale.

Engine and/or generator hours are as of the date of the original listing and are a representation of what the listing broker is told by the owner and/or actual reading of the engine hour meters. The broker cannot guarantee the true hours. It is the responsibility of the purchaser and/or his agent to verify engine hours, warranties implied or otherwise and major overhauls as well as all other representations noted on the listing brochure.

If trailer is included with the sale, any buyer is encouraged to inspect the trailer for mechanical integrity, safety and operation by a qualified trailer specialist/mechanic.