Scale Model of 32' Cary "The Cigarette"

Cig35Mistress · 12-25-2004, 03:49 PM

Does anyone know the details about the original scale model of Don Aronow's 32' Cary "The Cigarette?" I can recollect seeing this model in the book Muscle Boats, as well as in some old ads for Aronow Powerboats.

I feel like there was a thread here or maybe the Donzi registry boards about this model, how many were produced, where they are, etc. I know Michael Aronow has one at home, he mentioned that somewhere else, but as far as I know there weren't any available.

I am interested in any information or photos that anyone has, Brownie? Scott? Craig? Someone help me!

Thanks guys, have a happy, healthy and prosperous new year!

Harry Lewen

motownjim · 02-03-2005, 11:59 PM

i dont know where any 32 carys are but i just sold a 1968 cary28 sf center consolewith 454s and shafts it was great but i fell in love with a 1977 mistress and it had to go.elton cary is alive and well and living in miami and would probably be happy to answer your questions. hes a great guy and a lot of fun. he hangs at joes stone crab and he can actually get a reservationthere unlike everyone else i know.

lucky strike · 02-04-2005, 06:24 PM

My friend has the model of the 32 Cary called The CIgarette.

L.S.

motownjim · 02-04-2005, 11:30 PM

Boy Is That A Rare Boat I W,ould Love To See Some Pictures

Cig35Mistress · 02-05-2005, 01:07 AM

Hey guys, I wrote the original post regarding the scale model of the original 32' Cigarette, made in Europe for Don Aronow. Lucky Strike is on target and knows what I am talking about.

I had the opportunity a few years back to purchase the sistership to the original "The Cigarette" raceboat, it was a 32' Cary/Cigarette named Boss-O-Nova, built by Aronow for Bill Wishnick. The boat was in Ohio and had been somewhat bastardized, outboards put on a bracket, etc. Too much of a schlep to go there from Florida to look at it . . .

So, I had to settle for a smaller one, on Christmas day, I was the eBay high bidder on one of the original 12 scale models. Attached below are some pictures of the model, as well as a picture of my 35' Mistress that I am currently completely refitting.

Lucky Strike, when my boat is done, I'd love to meet you and LS Jr. and the other Cig guys in South Florida, go for a lunch run or something . . . I thought I was the youngest guy on the board at 22, but I think he's got me beat. All of your posts have provided great entertainment and information and I look forward to reading more!

Harry - Stuart, Florida
1978 35' Cigarette Mistress

Cig35Mistress · 02-05-2005, 01:08 AM

Here's more . . .

Cig35Mistress · 02-05-2005, 01:15 AM

And last but definitely not least, my baby . . . the '78 Mistress, being refit to replicate the original 32' Cigarette, kind of a tribute to Aronow

and the new 496 stroker motors on the stands waiting to be finished

Top Banana · 02-05-2005, 09:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cig35Mistress

Hey guys, I wrote the original post regarding the scale model of the original 32' Cigarette, made in Europe for Don Aronow. Lucky Strike is on target and knows what I am talking about.

I had the opportunity a few years back to purchase the sistership to the original "The Cigarette" raceboat, it was a 32' Cary/Cigarette named Boss-O-Nova, built by Aronow for Bill Wishnick. The boat was in Ohio and had been somewhat bastardized, outboards put on a bracket, etc. Too much of a schlep to go there from Florida to look at it . . .

So, I had to settle for a smaller one, on Christmas day, I was the eBay high bidder on one of the original 12 scale models. Attached below are some pictures of the model, as well as a picture of my 35' Mistress that I am currently completely refitting.

Lucky Strike, when my boat is done, I'd love to meet you and LS Jr. and the other Cig guys in South Florida, go for a lunch run or something . . . I thought I was the youngest guy on the board at 22, but I think he's got me beat. All of your posts have provided great entertainment and information and I look forward to reading more!

Harry - Stuart, Florida
1978 35' Cigarette Mistress

Harry

Do you still have the information on that boat in Ohio?

Any pics or phone numbers?

Cig35Mistress · 02-06-2005, 01:30 AM

Jim:

Power and drives should be getting dressed out next week, and installed shortly thereafter . . . then its on to the interior modifications and painting of the decks. We're getting there. Drop me a message next time you are in Florida and we'll hook up. What line of work is your buddy in Jupiter in?

Top Banana:

Wishnick's 32' was for sale in Ohio probably five or more years ago . . . I doubt that I still have the information on it, but if I should come across it, I'll forward it along. By the way, I've seen posts of yours regarding a 35' race boat you and your son are restoring? I'd love to come down and see it sometime. Drop me a PM and we'll talk.

Harry

motownjim · 02-06-2005, 08:20 PM

harry , my buddy in jupiter owns half a restaurant in jensen beach called the ale house and raw bar. jim