martini boat
 

does any one have any info on a 1980 26 ft martini or even on the name itself......thanks in advance

Martini boats became Corsa, but I'm not sure exactly which year that happened. Here's a pic of my 1986 26' Corsa before I bought it. Exactly the same hull.

I've got one in Stuart, Florida. Mine is a 1980 26' SS model with a BBC/TRS.

The company is owned by Bob Bower, and is still located in Miami, FL.

Great rough water boats. Very predictable, easy to handle and fast.

Harry

Corsa....
 

I have an 83' corsa 26' in Palm Bay, Flhttp://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c3...c54BJrZShQ.jpg

for sale?

Did you buy the Schmid boat when it was for sale in Naples or are you the original owner? Please post more pics and info about the boat.

Here's a photo of my boat at Sailfish Marina in Spring 2007 right after we finished it.

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Well....
 

Really dont want to hijack this post. I bought it from Naples. Im not the original owner. I have only had it a couple of months. The boat has a 502 ci with a SSM #3. I haven't got it wet yet. I ran the motor today and it sounds incredible. Has Dart heads and intake, full roller motor with CMI exhaust. Supposed to be about 600 HP. Drive looks and feels great. As far as being for sale goes, although its one of the coolest boats I have ever owned, I dont know what the heck im gonna do with it. I wish I was closer to where the OPA has their races. Not much use for a class 6 boat here on the east coast of Florida. Im giving some thought to setting up a back seat and doing the poker run thing. Even that is on the other coast. If I can recoup my money I would sell it. If not then its gonna get a face lift with some fresh paint and interior. Here are a few pics:
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I just know someone looking for p6, but i'm guessing this would be outta his budget.

Great boats. Run good for their size. Here's a couple pics of my old one.

That thing would run P-5 SBI just fine!!!

Hummmm.
 

What is SBI?

Hey Stormrider! It would be a lot cheaper than you would think. Email me at [email protected] and we can discuss. Unless he is broke, he can run this season. And I dont need the cash so would consider trades of all kinds as long as its worth more than im asking. Lol Ray

Super Boat International, we race mostly in FL, will be in marathon in a few weeks, www.superboat.com, I have a bit of experience with your hull, and could set it up for P-5 if you wanted to run.

Wow!
 

I didnt know they ran down here. It will take some time to get the boat ready and Marathon is too soon but Ft Laud might be possible. I got the motor sounding great! The SSM is good to go. Next is the steering. I need to fix what I got cause im not dropping no 4 grand on a new system. Time will tell. I have it working but it feels like its got a ton of air in it. Its like 12 turns lock to lock. Should be half that. Certainly not driveable but I havent really messed with it yet.

Are most boats setup for one man to throttle and the other to steer? Mine has two sit down bolsters but is setup for the driver to also throttle. Any one run that way? Ray

Ray,

If you are serious about running SBI, let me know what you need, I have a bunch of guys on both coasts of FL that can help out. Most boats are set up for one to throttle, and the other to steer, but we have won national and world championships with the 24 Pantera set up as a pleasure boat, so it is up to you, but I drove that 24, and it is tough to drive, throttle, and tab the boat all at once.

Rick

Well....
 

It all sounds interesting! I need to first get a handle of what the boat needs to do all this. Definitely not interested in running the whole schedule. The cost would be prohibitive (Not only the cost of racing but the cost of the divorce I would end up going through). But it seems like there are a couple of dates that are close enough to make it fun. I should have a better idea of the steering situation by the end of the week and will keep you posted. Thanks! Ray

The only thing you really need is a reliable boat capable of 70MPH or better(preferably better as they have upped the speeds this year), lifeline jackets and helmets(can sometimes be borrowed if you are only running a few races), and a checkbook(its not too expensive to run P-class, but unfortunately its not free), and a good attitude, we have a good time at all races.:drink:

i have a 1979 martini with a new 454 warrantied motor and a freshly rebuilt trs drive and trans. also have the dyno papers for the motor(370HP). newer paint and interior. comes with a trailer that has new tires. if you guys know anyone that might be interested they can call me at 586-524-0952 or e-mail me at [email protected]. the boat also has a current marine survey....very solid, always fresh water. boat is in michigan. i can't get pics to upload so give me an e-mail to send them to.

"Shogun" ?

yep!!

ther is a underscore between the F and the A in the e-mail address. how do you upload pics?....anybody

I believe you have to be a paying member to post pics.
I head that it "sold" last week?????????
I'm posting 3 pictures from your ad.

i've seen those over at S&F.
real nice clean boat...
any more pics? and you'd have to be a paying member to post them.

thanks lee, a guy gave me a deposit and then his house flooded so he said he could no longer afford it. how did you hear that?

Yeah, wish I hadn't spent so much on mine, this one would rock with that number 3 drive.

I told Lee about it, a friend of mine Roy owned it when it was Cocain !!!! The boat looks good every time I have seen you go out the Salt River by my house here on Lake St Clair.. Gibb is a old friend, I thought he bought her.

thanks, he was gonna get it cheap too! then he backed out.

If that price is still available can I come out tomorrow and see it?

im out of town till wednesday but if your interested i will let you know when i am back and you can come look at it

I'll give you a call Wednesday afternoon.
Thanks

ttt

I have a 1980 Martini 27 ' with twin smallblocks, and an Alpha counter rotating drive. Been told it's very rare, and not too many made. I'm thinking of selling. Not sure of its value.

martini for sale
 

Hi, i have a 1978 26' martini, 454,trs drive, this boat looks like new !!! New inside and new outside!! Trailer looks new!!! All new tires and wheels, brakes every thing!!! The boat was totaly restored in jan. And feb. Of 09!!!! If interested send me a email address for pictures !!! This boat is no bull s---!!! I have had people ask me what year it was and when i tell them !! People thinks it was in 2000!!!! For sale

sdwaugh, your 26 seems real nice.
You may want to place an add in the classifieds soon.

I think that martini boats are the best. And they are comfortable enough for two. What else do you need on a perfect romantic trip with your significant other?
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martini for sale
 

[QUOTE=sdwaugh;3610701]Hi, i have a 1978 26' martini, 454,trs drive, this boat looks like new !!! New inside and new outside!! Trailer looks new!!! All new tires and wheels, brakes every thing!!! The boat was totaly restored in jan. And feb. Of 09!!!! If interested send me a email address for pictures !!! This boat is no bull s---!!! I have had people ask me what year it was and when i tell them !! People thinks it was in 2000!!!! For sale [email protected]

1978 MARTINI 26' 454 ENG. TRS DRIVE AND TRAILER FOR SALE !!! THE BOAT AND TRAILER TOTALY RESTORED, LIKE NEW !!!! EMAIL [email protected] FOR INFO. AND PICTURES!!!!