45' Lake Union "Dreamboat" Antique Wooden Bridgedeck Cruiser

LOCATION: PORTLAND, OREGON ...




Unbelievable Price !! ... Being sold at a fraction of the boats potential value. Paid $60K three years ago plus shipping from California. Thought we had a deal with some folks out of Seattle but they never came up with the cash. First person with cash or certified checks will take. No more holds for people. First come first serve. We will consider all offers. The easier you make the deal for us the lower the price! How does that sound?









Designed by famed naval architect Ted Geary this boat was built by the Lake Union Dry Dock and Machine Works of Seattle, WA, in 1930. The Lake Union Co. built many of the most respected Classic Yachts produced on the West Coast before the 2nd World War. This beautiful 45 footer is an outstanding example of the breed. She was originally built and launched at their famous yard on the shores of Seattle's Lake Union. The Lake Unions were built by the outstanding Pacific Northwest craftsmen of the period to withstand the rigors of the northern waters and out of woods so fine that they are simply no longer available; in general, these boats tend to be more robust, and of heavier scantlings than most classics. It is not known how many 45 foot bridge deck cruisers were built by the Lake Union Dry Dock Company, but only five are known to exist today, including two built in 1928 and two others built in 1929. This vessel is the only 1930 model known to be still in existence. We consider her to be an exceptional buy in an Antique Cruiser and a highly desirable yacht, as well as being a Pacific Northwest and West Coast Treasure. Ford Lehman Marine Diesel Engine 120hp




Although technically a bridge deck cruiser, boats of this design were advertised by the Lake Union Dry Dock Company as "Dream Boats."




Serious cash buyers only (People who are ready to buy - If you are looking to buy in 2 months or a year from now then please don't waste my time. It's a 45 round trip drive from my house to the boat!



We will allow in-water survey at the dock. Start up the engine and you buy. Boat has typical maintanence needs that come with antique vessels. If you are not a do-it-yourselfer or can't work on boats then this is not for you. Period...These older antique boats are a labor of love. The yards charge on average $100 an hour. A boat of this nature can require a hundred+ hours of TLC yearly to make sure they stay nice!




NO RIVER TRIALS WILL BE OFFERED. TAP DOWN SURVEY IS PAID FOR BY PURCHASER. WE WILL NOT ALLOW FASTENER DRILLING OR PICKS AT SURVEY!




Disclaimer: The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.




Attention Buyers: - We'd love to show you any and all boats you want to see the minute you call but the reality is that we tend to book up with showing appointments 2 to 3 days in advance. Please call us at least 48 hours in advance to set up your viewing time so there are no disappointments. Especially if you are coming from a long way away. Our vessels are located in private marinas and in most cases are only accessible by our brokers.




Call 503-258-7514 for additional information and/or to schedule a viewing. Our phone lines are on from 8AM till 10PM - 7 days a week.




This boat is not available for co-brokerage.




Draft: 3 ft. 6 in.
Beam: 12 ft. 1 in.
Compass; Depth fish finder; Stove; Vhf radio; Shore power; Radar; Fridge;