My how times have changed...

[d_coyne1984]

They sure don't make them like they used to, and for that I am thankfull!

http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/csw/for/5055710955.html

 

[itsdgm]

Wow, jet boats have come a long way!!

 

[Murf'n'surf]

That's pretty sweet! If I was a fresh water boater, that would be tempting!

Hey @Speedling ... How about dropping a BRP 255hp in this sucker? Hehehe!!

 

[haknslash]

Man I remember those and they were pretty cool! Kawasaki was pretty innovative back then when they also created the TS and SC skis. My grandad had a wet bike and I have always said one day I'll get one.

 

[Craig]

Man the engine in that looks so basic, wonder what kind of speed you could get out of it stock?

 

[haknslash]

Man the engine in that looks so basic, wonder what kind of speed you could get out of it stock?

They were pretty much paddle boats with motors lol.

This video I found with a 750cc gives you a good idea...

 

[Noko]

Looks like the shuttle from the Star Trek Enterprise.

 

[Speedling]

Just buy a freakin ski!
bigger waters are certainly out of the question with that thing.

 

[Evildwarf]

I love the steering assembly.
Don't know why but I am reminded of the Apollo moon lander......

 

[MikeyL]

WOW.
And to think our beloved 24 foot, 360hp Miss B'Haven all came from such humble beginnings !
Nice finds. Really enjoyed ! Many Thanks, Mikey Lulejian - Lake Mille Lacs, MN

 

[Britboater]

That's so retro cool, loving the joy stick control, wonder if I could nose stab or sub .

 

[PolarXJ]

That is really cool. Would be fun to have out just as a good conversation starter as the add says.

 

[Englewoodcowboy]

Where do you put the ballast? What about a tower?

 

[biglar155]

Where do you put the ballast? What about a tower?

Another video answers that question:

 

[PolarXJ]

Just buy a freakin ski!
bigger waters are certainly out of the question with that thing.

See above video. Lol.

 

[RightStuff]

If I had a lake place that would be awesome to have as a toy to play with. Awesome find!

 

[farrelltravis]

Not the most beautiful boat I have ever seen....

 

[tdonoughue]

I kept yelling, 'LEEEEANNN' as I was watching...

 

[Craig]

Another video answers that question:

Lol, that's almost a "hold my beer, watch this" kind of video..

 

[robert843]

3000 no but if it was 2000 I might have had a new ride for the bimini trip!