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1959 Chris Craft Continental

by Heartland Classics Editor | Nov 22, 2023 | Chapter Messages

It’s been 39 years since this 1959 Chris Craft Continental was purchased by Bob Gallagher. The restoration of Bonnie Sue II is finally FINISHED. Owner and restorer Bob Gallagher says, “I have been a member of ACBS for over 40 years, starting in 1984 when...

1947 Century Standard Sportsman

by Heartland Classics Editor | Nov 8, 2023 | Trading Dock

This 1947 Century Standard Sportsman has been lovingly restored to its original beauty. She is 13.5′ long and sits on a Shorelander Tadpull trailer and is ready to roll. A refurbished 1953 Johnson Seahorse 10hp outboard motor is included along with a pressurized...

Gondia Model Project by Bruce Hurst

by Heartland Classics Editor | Nov 2, 2023 | Chapter Messages

NEWS UPDATE: This original post was started on July 31, 2020, with periodic updates through May 16, 2021. Now this first week in November 2023, a new chapter to the story unfolds. Through this website, a message arrived from England addressed to Bruce Hurst. It came...

2023 Chapter of the Year

by Heartland Classics Editor | Oct 9, 2023 | Chapter Messages

Heartland Classics Chapteris honored to receive one of twoACBS CHAPTER OF THE YEAR AWARDSfor their 2023 accomplishments. It’s official now – the trophy is here in the Heartland. Congratulationsto all the membersof Heartland Classics Chapter of ACBS...

2024 Winter Workshop

by Heartland Classics Editor | Sep 13, 2023 | Annual Events, Winter Workshop

Saturday, February 24, 2024 Meet at Howard Classic BoatsKetchum, OK. Save the Date now. Watch for details as they become available. What topics do you want included? What skills do you have to share? Contact Dan Diehl with your ideas. In the meantime, enjoy the...