K259 - Garwood Speedster 16 ft. Custom Built Replica

Specification: Item K259 - 0L x 0W x 0H Inches (0L x 0W x 0H Cm)

Note: This is a special made to order item, delivery usually take 30-90 days.
Custom features such as name plate or different paint schemes are available for additional charges. Please contact us for details.

Price: $ 31,500.00

Description:

The Garwood Speedster 16' is a classic American runabout that captures the excitement and elegance of the golden age of wooden powerboats. Compact yet bold in character, it reflects a time when speed, style, and fine craftsmanship came together to create boats with both spirited performance and timeless appeal.

Each Garwood Speedster 16' model is handcrafted in our workshop using premium woods such as Western Red Cedar, Mahogany, Teak, and US -made Hexcel fiberglass with System Three marine spar varnish - employing the traditional plank-on-frame construction method. Every build is completed with meticulous care over approximately 4–5 months. Customization options include scale, wood selection, finishes, deck detailing, interior layout, and personalized features.

The Speedster 16' features a sleek, well proportioned hull designed for agility and smooth lake cruising. Hand-finished decks, polished fittings, and carefully shaped lines highlight the precision and artistry of the build. Every curve and surface is crafted to preserve the energetic profile and refined presence of this iconic runabout.

Dimensions

Length Overall (LOA): 16 ft (192 inches)
Beam (Max): 5 ft 6 in (66 inches)
Draft (approx.): 16 – 18 inches (varies with engine & load)

Weight & Capacity

Estimated Hull Weight (wood only): ~1,200 – 1,400 lb
Finished Weight (typical): ~1,600 – 1,900 lb (engine dependent)
Passenger Capacity: 2 persons (authentic Speedster layout)

Power & Drive

Recommended Engine Power: 150 – 300 HP
(many builders use modern V6 / small-block V8s)

Drive Type: Inboard, direct drive

Propulsion: Single shaft, classic bronze prop

Construction (as per plans)

Hull Type: Hard-chine V-bottom runabout
Bottom: Marine plywood (typically double-planked or plywood + veneer)

Sides & Deck: Mahogany veneer over marine plywood

Frames: Laminated frames on close spacing

Deck Style: Long foredeck with aft open cockpit (true Speedster profile)

Layout

Cockpit: Aft cockpit only
Engine Location: Center / forward-aft balanced

Seating: Two low bucket seats or bench

Every wooden boat crafted by us is built from classic wooden boat plans, with full credit given to the original designers. For each custom commission, we acquire the appropriate plans and construct the boat to order—offering both full-size vessels and finely detailed scale models.

Contact us to create your Garwood Speedster 16' Boat today!

Note:
* Price starting at 30k and applies to the wooden hull only (Not include motor or hardwares or shipping).

History:

The Garwood Speedster 16' stands as a spirited expression of classic American runabout design from the golden age of wooden powerboats. Introduced at a time when speed and innovation captured the public imagination, it blended compact proportions with confident styling, giving the boat a lively yet refined presence on the water.

Created for agility and pure enjoyment, the Speedster 16' features a sleek hull and quick, responsive handling ideal for energetic lake cruising. Its construction reflects the renowned standards of Gar Wood, where polished finishes, quality materials, and meticulous attention to detail defined every vessel.

During its era, the Garwood Speedster 16' attracted enthusiasts who sought both performance and elegance. It became a symbol of freedom and modern leisure, embodying the excitement of recreational boating in a compact, well balanced form.

Today, the Garwood Speedster 16' is celebrated as a timeless icon of American boating heritage. Preserved and admired by collectors, it continues to represent craftsmanship, elegance, and the enduring allure of wooden speedboats shaped by tradition and a passion for the water.