1932 Ventnor Hydroplane Race Boat 16'

Motor Vehicle

Description1932 Ventnor Hydroplane Race Boat 16'

Entry/Object ID

2.1932.16.RB.115

Motor Vehicle Type

Race Boat

Category

Antique

Make and Manufacture

Manufacturer

Ventnor

Model

16' Hydroplane Race Boat

Manufacture Date

1932

Make and Manufacture Notes

Name - Mercury Maid

Motor Vehicle Details

Engine

Details

4.3 V6 225 HP

Engine Position

Inboard

Horsepower

225 HP

Vehicle Numbers

Number Type

Hull Number

Number

110

Dimensions

Dimension Notes

16 FT

Condition

Date Examined

Mar 4, 2024

Notes

Restoration work at Syd’s March 4. Ceiling, flooring, cockpit, engine dressing

Provenance

Notes

Early Ventnor Boat Works Experimental Step Hull which led to Adolf & Arno Apel's 3 point Hydro Patent in 1937.

Update Date

12/26/2025