1940 17′ Chris-Craft Barrel Back | $55,000.00

Location: Albany, NY

Boat ID: 15995
Status: For Sale

Boat Info

Year: 1940
Make: Chris-Craft
Model: Barrel Back
Length: 17'
Beam:
Region: North East

Location: Albany, NY

Engine

Engine Make / Model / HP: Chris-Craft/KBL/131 HP
Year: 1940
Cylinders: 6
Hours: low
Fuel Type: Gas

Trailer

Year:
Manufacturer: Starcraft
Axles: Single
Brakes: No
1940 Chris Craft 17' Barrel Back Deluxe Runabout. Completely restored by original owners. 15 coats of varnish applied as part of normal maintenance by famous boat builder Adam Reidersdorf of REETS Marine in Upstate NY Original specified Aqua Marine interior per build sheet. Orange deck striping per plant manager directive for all 1940 Barrel Backs ( memo is included ). Factory build sheet is included. Upgraded KBL triple down draft engine. Restored original blue factory gauges and steering wheel All original chrome was redone. Engine was tuned and run by REETS marine in late April 2026 The boat won Best in Show at the Lake Pleasant Antique Boat show its first and only showing. Trailer is a custom modified Stacraft single axle trailer upgraded to accommodate this 1940 Chris Craft. Water line cover is included. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to own a most special and unique 1940 Chris Craft Barrel Back
  • Boat Cover: Yes
  • Stereo: No
  • Spotlight: No
  • Fume Detector: No
  • Tonneau:  No
  • Convertible Top: No
  • Side Curtains: No
  • Fire Extinguisher: No

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Sales Rep Information: 

Anthony Ingerson
315-767-4531

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