no doubt

yes (as i just discovered a couple hours ago) and yes same paint. boat has been completely gone through. Ok so after doing my due diligence in regards to this boat, it turns out that as the above photo shows the boat did in fact spin out and flip in lake texoma back in 06. Afterwards the boat was completely re rigged (wiring, electronics, upholstery etc). After that incident the engines were completely rebuilt and the boat was then coast guard documented and has since been run for approximately 160 hours. Yes it was posted for sale yesterday by me and when these questions came up I tagged it as SOLD because when you do that it pulls the listing down from all the forums it was posted in at one time instead of having to go and delete all listings individually. The most recent previous owner (approx 3 months ago) just updated the upholstery, gauges and stereo system again only to figure out his wife hated a sit down boat so he sold it. The owner who is a personal friend of mine as well as's has us working together on the sale. Any interested buyer is more than welcomed, actually INVITED to have this boat professionally surveyed both mechanically and structurally. I hope this has answered everyones questions and apologize for not letting this be known prior as myself nor the owner were aware.

Excellent post, Berns. Boats are deserving of second chances, especially if it is completed re-rigged and maintains structural integrity. Love the looks of this boat and glad to see she has been cared for.

Hope she gets a good home! Would love to run with her.

did you see the one that got listed last week in the classifieds?

Yes I have, thank you. I really prefer one with 500/525's, maybe N/A power.

Your slipping kid.... 10 years ago you would have known this! LOL!

Hope all is well,
Jr.

jack, did your dad's boat sell?

Yup, sold a few weeks back to one of FF's friends. It is still at the Marina..

your PMs are full..... are you coming for a visit? Gotta pass Timmy on our way to Kellys.....

Ya, the floating reporter sold his & can,t find exactly what he wants & the money is burning a hole in his pocket.

I'm looking for a Gladiator with stock power.

Might consider non Merc power

Just put our 2003 Gladiator with 575's for sale, shoot me a pm if you want more info.

Still looking....pm sent

You should be all over the Team Virgin Glad. How cool would that be!!! ;)

2003 Miami Boat Show Gladiator
 

Considering selling mine. 2003 with staggered Richie Zul 700s.

Bobby,
Isnt this the glad that had "Often Imitated, Never Duplicated" on the back transom in the Smokin Magazine.. Always love that along with the boat!! Awesome Gladiator..!

I heart

:D


https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.off...b77d172dd4.jpg

^^^^^^^^^ Money shot right thar!

Would love to see the Smokin' Magazine spread.

Just had both drives rebuilt. low hour son both motors. Taking her out a few more times before Christmas. She's running like a finely-tuned dream.

Who did the motors if you don't mind me asking?

I don't mind at all. Engines and drives maintained and rebuilt by Innovation Marine in Sarasota, FL.

Fellow stablemates at Innovation! LOL
Great running and looking boat, always one of my favorites!

That indeed would be cool!

do you still have it for sale ?

Are you looking for a Gladiator?

I’m looking trying to find one close to me to see in person

Not sure where you’re located, but the original poster of this threads gladiator is for sale in Tampa.

I’m in Massachusetts. Are there any up this way. I haven’t seen one in person but have alway liked them. I think it’s what I want next

Are there any staggered Gladiators near him in Mass? Perhaps he can come to look at your boat to get an idea of the fit and feel.

Jon