phantom 20

Dean21 · 29-04-2005, 05:24 PM

anyone think this is any good? not sure its a 1996 myself

http://www.boatsandoutboards.co.uk/view/F62692

Captain Chaos · 29-04-2005, 05:41 PM

its likely thats its not THAT much older, but i'd bet against it being a 96.

get the hull no. and then seach this forum for

"Phantom hull identification". all the relevant info is there.

CC

Dean21 · 29-04-2005, 05:49 PM

thankyou captain chaos very usefull!

Carl · 29-04-2005, 05:52 PM

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Originally posted by Dean21
thankyou captain chaos very usefull!

now theres a sentence you dont see every day

Louise · 29-04-2005, 06:14 PM

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Originally posted by carly baby
now theres a sentence you dont see every day

Nice one!

Sorry Cap'n - luv ya really!

Matt · 29-04-2005, 07:07 PM

Hmm, playing around with my superhero tools, Phantom Hull identification should now be at the top in the technical forum!

JamesM · 29-04-2005, 07:53 PM

As all the 20's were the same its not really the year thats important but the condition!!!

Jon Fuller · 29-04-2005, 08:01 PM

True, but I'd still rather have a newer nice one, than an older nice one.

there has to be a better chance that the structures are still sound (i'm refering to hidden rotten timber)

JamesM · 29-04-2005, 08:12 PM

Yeah true!!! When we (me and Cye) stripped everything out of my 87 and all the wood looked lovely. But I supose you cant really do that when you go to view a boat though can ya

To me the Martini graphics kinda say 86/87/88 dont ya think?

Jon Fuller · 29-04-2005, 08:30 PM

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Originally posted by Johnny Boat Dude
To me the Martini graphics kinda say 86/87/88 dont ya think?

Steve Baker wasn't the quickest i've ever seen when it comes to building you a boat, but I can't believe it would take that long! (it doesn't even take TD that long)

JamesM · 29-04-2005, 09:01 PM

that 86 or 87 or 88 not all three

Dean21 · 29-04-2005, 09:06 PM

hmmmm would prefer 96! if only the things people say could be trusted.

JamesM · 29-04-2005, 09:30 PM

I'm not saying its not a 96 all I'm saying is that I dont think a boat built in 96 would have martini graphics on it. The Martini graphics thing was big in the late 80's when the Martini Lancia Delta's were winning all in rallying.

Ask the owner for the serial number and/or some more photos, inside and out, as there are a few things that will give its approximate age away.

I'm pretty sure that boat was for sale last year but I cant remember what year they said it was fairly sure it wasnt 96 though, 92 or 94 I think.

Jon Fuller · 29-04-2005, 09:35 PM

The HIN will reveal all!

JamesM · 29-04-2005, 09:47 PM

Yes it will!!!

But still, trying to guess is fun

I'm ace at guessing the year on 'Back in the day' on GWR local radio every weekday morning from 9 till 9:30

Jon Fuller · 29-04-2005, 09:50 PM

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Originally posted by Johnny Boat Dude
I'm ace at guessing the year on 'Back in the day' on GWR local radio every weekday morning from 9 till 9:30

sad wanker

PS. I hope you're wearing that BM shirt with pride!!

Taz · 29-04-2005, 10:37 PM

Talking bout shirts you recived my check yet? Mr Saint

Jon Fuller · 30-04-2005, 08:39 AM

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Originally posted by Taz
Talking bout shirts you recived my check yet? Mr Saint

Yup, will be in the post this morning (got the cheque yesterday)

Dean21 · 30-04-2005, 11:43 AM

Ok so im going to look at this phantom, other than compresion test on the engine overall condition of boat/trailer and engine what else should I be looking for? as much as possible of your great advice needed please!

darexms · 30-04-2005, 11:46 AM

That boat was on e-bay a few weeks ago with no reserve and I'm sure the auction completed. Maybe the buyer let the guy down? I did send an e-mail during the auction asking for the HIN but I never got it.