1971 Downeast Lobster Picnic Style Cruiser

SOME HIGHLIGHTS

• GARMIN 4208 GPS WITH SOUNDER BOX.
• FURUNO 1721 RADAR.
• FURUNO FCV667 FISHFINDER.
• STANDARD HORIZON ECLIPSE VHF.
• WASHDOWN PUMP.
• 3 DECK/DIRECTOR CHAIRS.
• BENCH AFT.
• FORTRESS ANCHOR.
• 9’ AVON HARD BOTTOM INFLATABLE W/WHEELS.
• DINGHY TOWING BRIDLE.
• 3 HP MERCURY OUTBOARD.
• PORTA-POTTY.
• VARIOUS FENDERS AND LINES.
• SOLAR CHARGER.
• INVERTER (12 volt to 110).
• SPARE BILGE PUMPS.
• WINDSCREEN FRESH WATER SPRAY SYSTEM
• TALL MOORING PICK-UP BUOY.
• BOARDING LADDER.
• LIFE JACKETS AND CUSHIONS.
• WET/DRY VACUUM.

HULL & DECK:

• 1" Cedar planking over 1" x 2" steam bent oak frames on 10" centers.
• Bronze screw fasteners.
• Skeg keel.
• Cedar planked decks.
• Helm station to starboard; companionway to port.
• Hydroslave hydraulic steering.
• Between 2006-2009, former owner replaced some frames and planks and used Monel screws.

ENGINE & MECHANICAL: 

• Single Ford Lehman 120 hp diesel, 6 cylinder, FWC; Serial # S754149.
• S/S rudder.
• 1.40" S/S shaft; 4 bladed bronze prop.
• Engine box half in wheelhouse and engine protrudes below.
• Engine hours unknown - hour meter says 804 and was not reset (top end and transmission was rebuilt in 2006 or 2008).
• Cruising speed: 12 knots @ 1800 RPM; WOT: 15 knots @ 2000 RPM.

TANKAGE: 

• 1 welded S/S fuel tank, 30 gallons, under aft cockpit deck.
• No water system.
• No head.

ELECTRICAL: 

• 2 Group 31 AGM batteries with master switch.
• Engine alternator.
• 1750w power inverter.

ACCOMMODATIONS:  NONE

COMMENTS:  The present owner has owned this iconic "picnic cruiser" for 10 years. Due to his advancing years, he must sell SCARLET. We believe she is in very good condition except for her engine which apparently has one bad cylinder ( 125 psi when all others are over 300). Originally, this vessel was named DOWN HOMER and was featured in the first Chapter of Virginia Thorndike's book on the history of Maine Lobster boats.

Potential purchasers should assume that items on the vessel at the time of viewing, but not specifically listed on this specification sheet, are not included with the sale of the yacht. These specifications are believed to be correct but cannot be guaranteed. Specifications are provided for information purposes. Data was obtained from sources believed reliable but is not guaranteed by owner or brokers. Buyer assumes responsibility to verify all speeds, consumptions, capacities and other measurements contained herein and otherwise provided, and agrees to instruct his surveyor to confirm such details prior to purchase. Vessel subject to sale, price and inventory changes, and withdrawal from market without notice. 

Mechanical Disclaimer: Engine and 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 meter. 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.

DISCLAIMER TO BOARD VESSEL: In the event the Buyer boards the vessel either on land or in the water without a broker or owner, the Buyer(s) agrees and understands he boards at his sole risk and liability.