and, compared to five similar boats, is a whopping 33% heavier. Displacement of the 27 PC is specified as 9,500 lbs. Although not as extreme as some boats, the hull is still in the "deep-V" category and the 18 degrees of deadrise is a very good compromise for power and performance in this style of vessel. The design is in the genre of what has become known as mid-cabin sport cruisers, characterized by an open cockpit, slightly raised steering bridgedeck and accommodations below. The overall length of the 27 PC is actually 28' 3'" including the molded swim platform. The 27 PC (Performance Cruiser) was introduced in 1994 it remains in production and is currently the smallest and most popular of the company's "cruiser series" of boats which includes models up to 41 feet. However, for over 20 years, Thunderbird Products, the parent corporation of Formula Boats, has also built performance cruisers. So, is there a down side?įormula boats first gained national recognition in 1962 with their 233 model which earned several victories on the offshore powerboat racing circuit and Formula boats have long been known for the "go-fast" persona established by these early models. This 27-foot model from one of the most respected powerboat builders in the country offers excellent styling, high-quality construction, very responsive performance and first-rate accommodations. Please see NADA Values for options and pricing On a key note this 27 PC Model by Formula has been in production since 1994 and has is still going strong till this day! As a matter of fact it is the #1 selling model Formula has every manufactured. The boat was waxed and polished on a by-monthly basis, and kept undercover lift kept in our local area on the Caloosahatchee River (Brackish Water System). These are a 320 HP, upgrade!!! This boat can reach up to 50mph!! This boat comes in as a trade, in very good condition, and maintained to a tee by her previous owner. ![]() I could part this out, but I would like to see it go somewhere it will be put back on the water.Ģ006 Formula 27 PC, powered by twin Fresh~Water Cooled Volvo Penta Duo-Prop 5.7 Gi engines with only 445 hours of use. Please ask questions and bid to win! NOTE: Someone had it retitled as a 1973 at some point-lost title? It is free and clear, and I will transfer title to you at pickup. The trailer winch will be re-installed before the winner comes to pick up the boat(just replaced retrieval eye on boat). Trailer tires have excellent tread and are not checked or cracking(stored inside). It is on the original trailer that tracks and pulls well with newer bearings and bearing buddies. Bring your own powerplant-boat could have been ordered with single inline 6, twin inline 6's, single small block, twin small block or single big block! This is an amazing off-shore hull(just google Don Aronow formula 233 "the Cigarette") that is becoming very hard to find(at least one that is not a total wreck). Much work has been done to this boat, but much still needs to be done. Gage cluster was totally rewired with modern marine electricals, complete with a new fuse block. I apologize that I forgot to take pictures of the cuddy cabin, but there is little to be seen-it's dirty, but not scary. Boat was used only in freshwater(Lake St. The cabin doors were also refinished but are not screwed back on(set in place for pictures). ![]() The 2 pedestal chairs are also brand new and have not been completely installed(see pictures). Much of the teak was recently refinished with Sikkens. Carpeting was removed, and I had replaced a soft spot by the engine compartment with new marine plywood and fiberglass(see newly painted white area). The canvas was new in 2011, but is filthy from sitting. The boat has been sitting in my barn for 2 years and needs to find a new home. The engine and outdrive are not included in the auction. I pulled the original Mercruiser 165 to rebuild in 2013 and never put it back together due to having a new boat given to me. ![]() This was my boat from 2008-2013 and used regularly. An original 1969 Formula 233 designed by Don Aronow at Thunderbird, and was the original "The Cigarette" boat(see first picture) that revolutionized offshore boat hulls.
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