JetstarJeff
Junior Member
For sale is for my Jetstar 400 jet boat. Built by Bluebird Marine circa 1972 from a design by noted yacht designer Peter Milne. Bluebird marine was set up by world land and water speed record holder Donald Campbell and the Norris Brothers to manufacture and sell these exciting water jet propelled boats. The plan was for Donald to set a new record at Coniston in 1967 and then announce the launch of these boats at the Boat Show in January 1968. Sadly, Donald died while attempting that record. The Norris Brothers and Donalds erstwhile mechanic Leo Villa chose to continue with the plan in honour of Donald. More than 100 boats were eventually built.
I have owned this particular vessel for over 25 years and have lavished many, many hours of effort (and money) to return her to original spec and make her a reliable boat. Sadly, my health isn't as good as it used to be, my boating buddy has passed away, and it's time for a new custodian for this piece of boating history.
Features;
Ford OHV Kent inboard engine of 1660cc
Hamilton Colorado Explorer Jet
9 gallon fuel tank
Removable ski pole
Easy access engine cover
Skier grab handle on stern
New battery
Bilge pump
Oars
Will pull a mono or dual skier or inflatable.
The sale includes the trailer for easy launch and recovery, lighting board, mooring ropes, spare trailer wheels, spare trailer hubs and anything else relevant to the craft
The list of works is as follows;
The hull has been repaired where necessary and repainted to the original colour.
The engine has been rebored and new pistons. Original type camshaft installed. Sport sump and pick up pick.
Original type weber carburettor sourced, overhauled and fitted. Ignition updated to modern electronic pick up for reliability.
Cooling system updated to a Bowman header tank / heat exchanger / exhaust manifold. Closed loop cooling.
Oil / water cooler installed inline with the intake water hose.
The Hamilton Colorado Explorer jet unit has been fully restored using original HamiltonJet parts.
Reliable driveshaft installed for ease of connection
New wiring harness
New helm and steering wheel
The upholstery has been recreated to original pattern with the exception of the front seats which are comfortable aftermarket items which compliment the age and new upholstery
Replacement engine cover to original design and configuration
Offered for sale at a very reasonable £4750
I have owned this particular vessel for over 25 years and have lavished many, many hours of effort (and money) to return her to original spec and make her a reliable boat. Sadly, my health isn't as good as it used to be, my boating buddy has passed away, and it's time for a new custodian for this piece of boating history.
Features;
Ford OHV Kent inboard engine of 1660cc
Hamilton Colorado Explorer Jet
9 gallon fuel tank
Removable ski pole
Easy access engine cover
Skier grab handle on stern
New battery
Bilge pump
Oars
Will pull a mono or dual skier or inflatable.
The sale includes the trailer for easy launch and recovery, lighting board, mooring ropes, spare trailer wheels, spare trailer hubs and anything else relevant to the craft
The list of works is as follows;
The hull has been repaired where necessary and repainted to the original colour.
The engine has been rebored and new pistons. Original type camshaft installed. Sport sump and pick up pick.
Original type weber carburettor sourced, overhauled and fitted. Ignition updated to modern electronic pick up for reliability.
Cooling system updated to a Bowman header tank / heat exchanger / exhaust manifold. Closed loop cooling.
Oil / water cooler installed inline with the intake water hose.
The Hamilton Colorado Explorer jet unit has been fully restored using original HamiltonJet parts.
Reliable driveshaft installed for ease of connection
New wiring harness
New helm and steering wheel
The upholstery has been recreated to original pattern with the exception of the front seats which are comfortable aftermarket items which compliment the age and new upholstery
Replacement engine cover to original design and configuration
Offered for sale at a very reasonable £4750
