1983 Montgomery 17 For
Sale
We have owned Montgomery 17
(hull number 369) for three years and have been extremely happy with
her. The boat does everything well from sailing and trailering to
launching and recovering. Under sail the boat has a reassuring
feel to her, inspiring confidence. It tows well, and is easily
launched and retrieved by one person. The construction is sturdier
than most, quite well built overall.
We did a lot of research
prior to selecting a Montgomery 17 and we feel we made the right
choice. We have sailed on many lakes in the Pacific Northwest as well
as Lake Tahoe. We figured this would be the last boat we would ever
purchase however a Cape Dory 25d cast her spell on us. We have a
"one boat at a time rule" so regretfully are offering our
M17 for sale. The boat has been thoroughly restored and looks as if
it just popped out of the mold. The Trailrite trailer was factory
refurbished and painted and we installed new radial trailer tires.
The Headsail is a 2-year-old, North 150% genoa on a CDI furler unit,
both are in new condition. A new North Sail main with foot
shelf and double reef points only use 3 times. Also included are the
original main and jib in good condition. New 4 hp, 4 stroke Yamaha
engine. Full electronics and lighting to include: New auto bilge
pump, VHF radio, Navico auto pilot, new Standard Horizon Depth, Speed
and Temperature instruments and tri-color masthead light. The hull is
perfect, without damage, and has slotted aluminum toe rails which are
much stronger and versatile (also more expensive) than the teak toe
rails in my opinion. All woodwork has been refinished and is in
outstanding condition. The boat has lifeline and stanchions, new sail
covers and a full boat cover that fits over the entire boat and mast
when the mast is in the traveling position. There is a tongue
extension, about 10' long I think, that I have never used because the
boat floats off easily just as the tow vehicle tires touch the water.
The interior cushions are original and are in perfect condition
without stains or wear. Galley model, with water storage, sink and
built-ins, Custom teak yoke assembly fits in to transom gudgeons for
mast support during transport. The cabin has a custom V- berth
extension, porta-potty and quarter berth. There is a transom
ladder, companionway screen, cockpit mat, ground tackle, flares,
fenders and much, much, more. Virtually a like new boat at a fraction
of the cost of a factory new boat with similar motor, trailer, sails
and equipment. If interested please check out this web site
with pictures of the boat.
http://www.PictureTrail.com/gallery/view?p=999&gid=637615&uid=137947
If in the market for one of
the best trailerable sailboats ever made, in pristine condition,
outfitted with only the best components, needing no additional
equipment or restoration work, this boat is worth looking at.
Located in SW Oregon--Price:$8000 firm.