18' Century Runabout (1956) - AT LAST

I purchased this 1956 Century Resorter for $500 in 1976 when I graduated from college. You could say it was a garage find in West Seattle as she was pretty gray and the upholstery close to not existent Apparently the owner trailered the boat from St. Paul, Minnesota and had several tire failures so he left it at his brother in laws. I have always enjoyed wood working and was ready for a project, little did I know it would take me over 40 years to get it back in the water. I joined the Pacific NW Chapter of ACBS in 2016 just before showing the boat at Mahogany & Merlot. After launching both bilge pumps ran continuously for 3 hours and we made sure to plug in a trickle charger that night to prevent draining the battery. After learning about what I should have done to prevent the bottom from leaking I started the second restoration 2 years ago to install a 5200 bottom and new hull planking. All the major work is done and 7 coats of varnish applied so we hope to have her back in the water this summer. We are looking forward to boating again and seeing everyone at ACBS meetings and shows. Thanks, Greg & Mary Batie