marinetrans

Are the molds around for the 18 footer?

floatingphil

I think this is a Sutphen 17, can anyone confirm that?

Ing

I'll ask Richie again but I think it was the 18' mold sold off to Concept. Concept did make a few but he's unsure what became of the mold. The last Richie saw it was left out in a field to rot. There was also a center console fishing version of the 18' deck.

Phil, that is definately a pic of a 17'.

CMC

If you liked the 18 ft. you should take the extra step and go for the 20 ft demo boat that is now for sale. Its only 2 feet on paper, but it is a huge difference when sitting in the boat. The 17' - 18' had very little freeboard. The 20' is a much better way to go. It does 70 mph, has an open area under the bow and top notch construction. It could be purchased for the same money that a 22 Scarab was selling for in 1996.

dave911

Yes that boat is a 17.
As for the 18' or 20'...The 18 has a more early classic style, while the 20 has a more offshore look and performance.
If you want freeboard, get a 26.

LEOPAJM

Anybody have pics and more info on the 20 demo ???

floatingphil

Pic of mine, not a demo but it is a 20.

Ing

This is the last 20' and Richies demo boat available for $35K direct from the builder. The boat is a 2005 with MX6.2/Bravo One.

Ing

More Pics. Call Richie Sutphen Jr. if interested. 973-770-8400. Boat is in northern NJ.