1948 Higgin Antique and Classic Deluxe Sedan Cruiser

Features

Cabin Lighting, Cabinets, Cuddy Cabin, Dinette, Ice Box, Pressurized Water System, Sink - Galley, V Berth, Anchor, Anchor Rode, Bench Seat, Cleats - Fixed, Compartment Storage, Gunnel Compartments, Steering Wheel, Transom - Closed, Courtesy Lights, Docking Lights, Fuel Gauge, Number of Batteries, Oil Pressure Gauge, Speedometer, Volt Meter, Water Temp Gauge, Bilge Pump, Carbureted, Throttle/Shift, Mech, Navigation Lights, Horn

Additional Comments

Stock #350770 - Own a piece of history. 1948 Higgins Full Restored to original manufacturer specs.2023 UPDATE: The Andrew J received the Platinum Award in the Cruisers Category among 10 Cruisers attending. She also received an award for The Spirit of Participation as well as Best Higgins. ACBS International Show up at Bay Harbor, MI. You are viewing the only 1948 26' Higgins Deluxe Sedan Cruiser known to exist. You're not alone if you have never seen or heard of Higgins boats.... (read more) To date, only 220 total Higgins pleasure boats are known to exist. This will make a great addition to your personal collection or a great way to entertain and impress corporate clients. Based in New Orleans, production records were lost as a result of hurricanes. Higgins Industries produced WWII Military Craft during the war and then turned the plants into pleasure craft production after the war. She has won multiple ACBS Best of Show, Best Preserved and People's Choice awards and is still in Concourse condition. Her trailer was built and specially modified to keep her safe and sound while not in the water. A true barn find she was sent to Dan Nelson to return her to her original glory. This was not just a rebuild it was a top-to-bottom restoration to original manufacturer's specifications. The transom and cabin sides have been restored with beautiful Mahogany veneer, which maintains her Preserved Status. David Van Ness rebuilt the engine and drivetrain to original factory specs - 135 HP Chrysler Crown 6 Cylinder Engine and Paragon Transmission. The engine has approximately only 200 hours on it as she was used primarily at various ACBS (Antique and Classic Boat Society) boat shows and events. The seller states that she is such a joy to cruise in with the windows open and the breeze flowing through the shaded cabin and the folks in the rear enjoying the sunshine. Even rainy days are fun-filled cruising out of the elements.She has always been stored inside in a temperature-controlled environment and properly winterized after each season. She has been in storage since 2020, when Covid 19 arrived. Now that the weather is warming up, she will get her bottom wet and tuned up to go cruising.Please submit any and ALL offers - your offer may be accepted! Submit your offer today!Reason for selling is ready for a new project.At Pop Yachts, we will always provide you with a TRUE representation of every vessel we market. We encourage all buyers to schedule a survey for an independent analysis. Any offer to purchase is ALWAYS subject to satisfactory survey results.You have questions? We have answers. Call us at (941) 538-7803 to discuss this boat.Selling your boat has never been easier. At Pop Yachts, we literally sell thousands of units every year all over the country. Call (855) 218-2805 and we'll get started selling your boat today.Take a look at ALL ***83 PICTURES*** of this vessel, AND A VIDEO, on our main website at POPSELLS DOT COM. We appreciate that you took your time to look at our advertisement and we look forward to speaking with you! She has received Best of Show and Peoples Choice at the Toledo Antique and Classic Boat Show and the grand finale was receiving BEST PRESERVED CRUISER in Table Rock, MO at the Annual International Show hosted by The Antique and Classic Boat Society - ACBS the Grand-Daddy of the Wooden and Classic boat shows.

These awards are only given to boats at the pinnacle of the condition ladder. Therefore, condition speaks for itself.

Most recently, she has had new OEM aluminum fuel tanks installed and an aft seat installed and crafted to OEM drawings, which was an option back in 1948. Her interior is still in immaculate condition and everything functions properly. Ask for Frank Andrew.

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