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1966 Century Coronado - complete rebuild
boat as received





This is the boat soon after we received it. We have removed the hardtop, windshield, engine and interior upholstery. The frames and planking were quite weak.
boat in middle of being turned over





After removing the interior we turn tho boat over.
bottom planking removed


Here's the boat upsidedown. The bottom planking has been removed, the keel is off, and a new stem has just been steam bent into place. The bottom planking has been left on to maintain the shape of the boat.
bottom planking being installed



Now we've installed the keel and the bottom planking is in progress.
bungs on bottom planking



The bottom planking's done. The topsides planking is gradually being replaced. What a lot of bungs to chip!
the boat all planked up




He she is all planked up. Considerable sanding to do before being turned upright.
deck being covered



A feature of these Centurys is the fabric covering on the decks. The original type of fabric is still available.
interior showing upholstery




The original style interior upholstery is also available.
one coat of varnish




The first coat of varnish has been applied. The bottom has bronze paint.
spraypainting the sheer stripe





This is the stealth version! Really, the boat's covered up to spray the gold sheer stripe.
the completed boat
The boat's ready for customer pickup! A great feature of this Coronado is the sliding hardtop. Distinctive features of  these Centurys are the black trim boards on deck and black/chrome strips along the topsides.