Ames Sea-Sled, 22 ft., 1949

Ames Sea Sled - bow view Ames Sea Sled - stern view Click on video link here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FrwwV3mZkKk

Ames was a specialty builder in Muskoka, Ontario, who also built the Commanche and the Apache raceboats.
This Sea Sled is powered by a Ford V8 (approximately 145 h.p.) with dual carbs and a floor transmission bar.The Sea Sled is renown for its speed and attention to detail. It's a very collectable classic.
The very unique hull design of this boat operates on the hydrofoil principle. The faster the boat goes, the more the hull rises, reducing resistance and offering greater speed.
The Sea Sled was always stored indoors in a boathouse in Muskoka, Ontario. It is currently owned (and has been for many years) by the same family.  The cottage has been sold so the boat must go (by August 30th).
The Sea Sled would benefit from a coat of varnish and perhaps new deck chairs.  (No trailer included)
The vendor is motivated.

Price: $20,000

SOLD, Sept, 2011