Wanted: Early 80's Carribbean/Tahiti/Hardin daycruiser

[Jeff U.]

Hi all,
I'm fairly new here. My folks bought a 1980 26' carribbean daycruiser brand new back in the day. They sold it about 12 years ago. I'm now trying to find another one. If you guys happen to know of one for sale I would certainly appreciate an IM or email.
I have a family of my own now and would like to restore one of these boats for us to vacation at the river on. Knowing how we all like pics, here's a shot of our boat... taken back in the 80's. Thanks for any help you can lend. I'm in Southern Cal.
Jeff
http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b2...v/scan0002.jpg

[77Woodbridge]

Nice boat. I choose my boat for the camping ability and jet.
Post in JustJets even though you did not mention drive configuration and you'll get some good feedback.
You may need to be patient.
Good luck

[boater72]

You have no way to contact you. I might know of one for sale.

[Jeff U.]

You have no way to contact you. I might know of one for sale.
Sorry about that. I thought my email would be available as the registration process asked for it. Here it is: jbunderdahl@cox.net
Thanks!

[HavaPaul]

I do have a 26 Sleekcraft Ambassador. 1985. In Perfect condition. Asking 13k. Have lots of pics and info.
http://www.***boat.com/forums/attach...0&d=1159798210
http://www.***boat.com/forums/attach...9&d=1159798163
http://www.***boat.com/forums/attach...8&d=1159798074

[HavaPaul]

Sorry for the spam. A website for my Ambassador. Click on the photo.
http://www.ephotospace.com/26sleekcraft/

[Jeff U.]

That's a nice Sleekcraft, Paul. I'd like to stay with the carribbean though. Call it a family legacy I'm sure there's one out there somewhere with my name on it.
Thanks,
Jeff

[HavaPaul]

Thanks Jeff, I did almost by a Carribean myself. They have more topside room than most of the daycruisers with still a full bed and couch. Having a window on top lights up the underbow area pretty good. Also its amazing what can be done with gelcoat. I also was looking for a boat to be original with good gel, apholstery can always be replicated. On my Sleekcraft I didnt care for the bow and stearn railings but decided to keep them so the boat would be original.
If you find one "POST PICS" !! Theres afew daycruiser owners on the board.
Theyre bitchen, just keep some essentials on the boat on you never really have to go home.
Keep the board posted of your findings. Good luck.

[HavaPaul]

Check this one out Jeff.
http://www.usedboats.com/index.php?s...&historyback=3
They are saying it is a 30 footer??? Ask them what it measures gel to gel. The ad says LWL-26ft..?? Did they make a 30????

[Jeff U.]

Paul,
I totally agree with you on all accounts. They are a bitchin boat. I have seen that one in TX, but boy that's a long way to go to look at a boat. I guess the thing I'm not crazy about is that it looks like it "lives" in the water. I was hoping for something that a) lived on a trailer, and b) was closer to home
Thanks
Jeff