{"product_id":"baby-bootlegger-30-ft-custom-built-boat-deposit","title":"Baby Bootlegger 30 Ft Custom Built Boat","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"154\" data-end=\"172\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"154\" data-end=\"170\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"174\" data-end=\"823\"\u003eExperience the golden age of American wooden speedboats with the Baby Bootlegger – Handcrafted Classic Mahogany Speedboat Replica. Designed for collectors and enthusiasts who appreciate artistry and performance, this model recreates one of the most iconic racing boats of the 1920s. Built entirely by hand using the traditional plank-on-frame method, each replica takes 4–5 months of meticulous craftsmanship. Our artisans use only premium materials including Western Red Cedar, Teak, Mahogany, and U.S.-made Hexcel fiberglass, sealed with System Three marine spar varnish for lasting protection and a deep mirror-finish shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"825\" data-end=\"1378\"\u003eEvery Baby Bootlegger replica captures the boat’s elegant hydrodynamic form—its long torpedo-shaped hull, smooth deck curvature, and sleek, low-profile cockpit. Distinctive gold race numbers and polished chrome fittings highlight its timeless beauty. Each model can be custom-built to your specifications, including dimensions, finish, wood type, cockpit details, and upholstery, making it a true collector’s piece. Every curve and handcrafted detail pays homage to the legendary craftsmanship that defined the golden age of wooden powerboats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1385\" data-end=\"1399\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1385\" data-end=\"1397\"\u003eHistory:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1401\" data-end=\"1875\"\u003eThe original Baby Bootlegger is one of the most famous American mahogany speedboats of the early 20th century. Designed by George Crouch and built by Henry Nevins in 1924, it was engineered to dominate the prestigious Gold Cup races—America’s top powerboat competition during the Prohibition era. Powered by a modified Hispano-Suiza aircraft engine, the Baby Bootlegger delivered record-breaking performance, winning the Gold Cup in both 1924 and 1925.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1877\" data-end=\"2252\"\u003eWith its revolutionary hydrodynamic hull design, long tapered bow, and flawless mahogany planking, the Baby Bootlegger became an enduring symbol of innovation, speed, and craftsmanship. Nearly a century later, it remains a masterpiece admired by collectors, boatbuilders, and maritime historians alike—an everlasting icon of the golden age of classic wooden speedboats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2259\" data-end=\"2270\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2259\" data-end=\"2268\"\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2272\" data-end=\"2575\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2272\" data-end=\"2347\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2274\" data-end=\"2347\"\u003eDeposit is non-refundable and will be credited toward your final order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2348\" data-end=\"2462\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2350\" data-end=\"2462\"\u003eStarting price: \u003cstrong data-start=\"2366\" data-end=\"2377\"\u003e$40,000\u003c\/strong\u003e (applies to the wooden hull only; motor, hardware, and shipping are not included).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2463\" data-end=\"2575\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2465\" data-end=\"2575\"\u003eEach boat or model is custom-built to order from authentic plans with full credit to the original designers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Wooden Boat USA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47781647450351,"sku":"K244","price":100.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/3437\/7711\/files\/k244-cid-0-l01_1_jpg.png?v=1771832869","url":"https:\/\/woodenboatusa.com\/products\/baby-bootlegger-30-ft-custom-built-boat-deposit","provider":"Woodenboatusa","version":"1.0","type":"link"}