8/18/09,

Venture 17, 1973, Des Plaines, Illinois, $1,275

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1973 Venture 17

  • very good condition
  • Length 17' 4"
  • Beam 6' 4"
  • Draft: swing keel is 17" retracted and 4' 8" lowered
  • Displacement 800 lbs.
  • The hull is sound with no soft spots or blistering that I can find
  • The boat is in sailing condition and has been sailed this summer
  • A great day sailor or for an overnight
  • Venture says it sleeps 4 but it really sleeps 2
  • Boat has floation foam under V berth and under cockpit seats.
  • Main and jib are in good condition. No holes rips or repairs.
  • Mainsail Pre-Feeder
  • All lines run aft.
  • Downhaul on the headsail
  • Topping lift
  • Recent mainsheet cam cleat
  • 4 cabin cushions, one needs repair
  • 4 life vests, 1 throwing cushion.
  • Fire extinguisher
  • running lights
  • Quick release on the forstay
  • 4 fenders
  • Boat hook/paddle
  • Hand pump
  • Anchor, no line

    Minn Kota electric motor, no battery.

    Trailer is road ready, New tires in 2006, New lights in 2006, Buddy bearings or something like it, Spare tire, Hitch extention for shallow or slippery ramps, Has made long trips recently.

    David,
    I have sold my boat, and in only three weeks! You may mark it sold. Your service is wonderful. Thank you so much for all your help.
    Dave
    Des Plaines, Illinois


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