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Old 12-04-2015, 10:51 PM
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Default 1986 Wellcraft SCARAB Panther MINT UNRESTORED ,ADVICE...

I recently purchased an 86 Wellcraft Scarab Panther .I was not looking for one, it just came my way. I really don't know much about the Panther.

This one has very low hours , it is a one owner boat, and has been " kept indoors from the day it was purchased new". Also included was every single receipt and document from purchase in 1986 on thru up present..
Yes, I know it is hard to believe.
Apparently it is a rare example as it is in beautiful, unrestored condition. Even all of the striping, labels and decals are unmarked and are like new.
I am a admirer of the classic performance boats, I do own a couple classic off shore boats currently. I never have followed the History on the Panther over the years.
Does anyone know anything about them ?.
or any advice on the ride or feel on these?
Any input about these from any previous owners would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

I appreciate that it has beautiful lines and that classic offshore character,

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Old 12-05-2015, 06:31 AM
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I have an 89 and love it!
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Given the year and type of boat, I assume it has big blocks and TRS drives?
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Yes, that is absolutely correct. It has big blocks with the TRS drives

.The motors were replaced about 5 years ago with new factory Mercruiser 454 units.
The motors now have about 30 hours on them since installation.
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Originally Posted by xxxxxxx1
Yes, that is absolutely correct. It has big blocks with the TRS drives

.The motors were replaced about 5 years ago with new factory Mercruiser 454 units.
The motors now have about 30 hours on them since installation.
I will get some photos up of the Panther this week ! I wonder if anyone will recognize it?
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Smile 86 Panther pics

I took some photos of the Wellcraft Scarab Panther today and wanted to post a couple of pics on this thread,
The inside photos are at the marina where it has been stored for 29 years!
(please excuse the sideways pic!)

wishing all a great Holiday week and Happy New Year!
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Old 12-27-2015, 07:30 PM
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Wow that thing is beautiful!

Awesome find!
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Great purchase and spactacular condition!
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Originally Posted by goin70
Great purchase and spactacular condition!
Thanks for the compliments goin70 and 502ss,having some fun with the new scarab panther

I must say your scarab is bad ass 502ss!,
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The 30 hull is a great design. Same hull was used for the 302 Scarab Sports (OB center console). I think about a 55-60 mph boat as it sits.
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