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Chris-Craft: The Speedster and Corsair 36
Timeless Elegance and the Ultimate Craftsmanship
A Chris-Craft is a boat that moves you even when it is standing still. These two are not an exception.
The Speedster
Ideal for lakes with length restrictions, equally well-suited to calm sea bays or as a tender for larger boats.
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The Corsair 36
All the style and elegance of a covered forward deck boat and all the comfort and space of an express cruiser. Perfect for weekend trips and longer excursions, this is the only Corsair that sleeps four in complete luxury.
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Chris-Craft: The Speedster and Corsair 36
Page One: Overall
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 Chris-Craft: The new Corsair 36 - Click for Full Screen Photo -
A Chris-Craft is a boat that moves you even when it is standing still. Wherever you go, it is a boat that is a destination in itself. Designed without compromise, it is exhilaration taken to the extreme. Whichever model you choose, each one will catch the eye, steal the heart and fill your lungs with healthy outdoor air.
A Chris-Craft is defined by flowing lines that achieve visual harmony, an unrelenting commitment to quality and timeless elegance that is the ultimate expression of style and individuality.
If you ask me what is new, it's what's come back that used to be old. It's what has come back stronger and better: It's Chris-Craft.
You'll love the thoughtful detailing, versatility and pleasure of owning a Chris-Craft. With more function, more usable space and unrelenting quality, you'll be sure to make the most of the time you spend with your family and friends.
Let's take a closer look at these special well thought-out boats.
What's new for 2005?
The
Speedster
Stephen
Julius, Chairman of Chris-Craft said, “The Speedster is one of the
latest additions to our fleet and our response to overwhelming demand
for a smaller Chris-Craft. It is perfect for water skiing, wake boarding
or simply cruising along inland waterways.
The Speedster’s
20’ length also makes it ideal for lakes with length restrictions,
but it is equally well-suited to calm sea bays or as a tender for
larger boats. Though it is our smallest boat, it manifests the same
level of quality materials and craftsmanship you’ll find in our larger
models.”
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The
Corsiar 36
Julius
- "The Corsair 36 offers all the style and elegance of a covered
forward deck boat and all the comfort and space of an express cruiser.
Perfect for weekend trips and longer excursions, this is the only
Corsair that sleeps four in complete luxury.
The spaciousness
of its salon cabin and cockpit area are complemented by the uncompromising
craftsmanship of its owner’s cabin. Belying its size, the Corsair
36 is a responsive and powerful boat that is supremely enjoyable
to drive. This is a boat for all seasons and all reasons and represents
a pinnacle of excellence.”
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About Chris-Craft Based in Sarasota, Florida, Chris-Craft is a leading manufacturer of premium quality boats and motor yachts.
Currently, the company has a fleet of nine models ranging from 20 to 43 feet. Over the next three years, Chris-Craft plans to unveil four more models, expanding the range even further. With a tradition of excellence dating back to 1874, the Chris-Craft name represents craftsmanship, classic elegance, total reliability and performance. |
Page Two: The Speedster
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 Chris-Craft's 2005 Speedster - A New Spirit in Runabouts - Click for Full Screen Photo -
Chris-Craft Comes Full-Circle with the 2005 Speedster
It all began with a quest for speed. More than a century ago, Chris Smith started a legacy by capturing record after record. Each design was a modification of the success before. And so the legacy continues. One hundred and thirty years after Chris built his first boat, Chris-Craft unveils the Speedster. Designed to capture the spirit of Chris himself, the Speedster is the fastest model in its class.
 Chris-Craft Speedster - First Impressions are ... WOW! - Click for a Full Screen Photo -
Sometimes first impressions are everything and nothing summarizes the Speedster’s better than “WOW!” You fight the temptation to touch everything. Much like a classic roadster, the throttle is calling your name.
You can already hear the rumble of the V-8, but then with the flip a switch on the selectable exhaust, the engine is practically silent. Even at high speeds, the loudest noise you hear is the sound of the wind rushing over the windshield. At 20’2”, the new Chris-Craft Speedster is a unique combination of style, design and performance.
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 Chris-Craft Speedster - Classic Custom Dash - Click for a Full Screen Photo -
The Speedster is Packed with Standard Features:
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- Aluminum perforated dash with custom Chris-Craft gauges |
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- Diamond non-skid on front deck and cockpit sole in a “teak deck” pattern |
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- Exclusive Bimini top with storage under the aft seat |
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- High-end fit and finish of Chris-Craft 316 stainless steel hardware |
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- Integral swim platform with hidden ladder |
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- 5-year “Chris-Care” Protection Plan (a new “bow to stern” 5-year warranty on all boats ordered after July 1, 2004) |
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- Stainless steel, low-profile windshield |
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- Chris-Craft custom-embroidered pennant and U.S. flag |
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- Exclusive pop-up ski pylon in the center of the boat |
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- Custom solid mahogany wood steering wheel with tilt feature Custom side mount control handle |
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- Aluminum perforated dash with custom Chris-Craft gauges |
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- Diamond non-skid on front deck and cockpit sole in a “teak deck” pattern |
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- Exclusive Bimini top with storage under the aft seat |
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- High-end fit and finish of Chris-Craft 316 stainless steel hardware |
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- Integral swim platform with hidden ladder |
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- 5-year “Chris-Care” Protection Plan (a new “bow to stern” 5-year warranty on all boats ordered after July 1, 2004) |
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- Stainless steel, low-profile windshield |
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- Chris-Craft custom-embroidered pennant and U.S. flag |
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- Exclusive pop-up ski pylon in the center of the boat |
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- Custom solid mahogany wood steering wheel with tilt feature Custom side mount control handle |
The standard engine, a Volvo 4.3 L Gxi MPI V-6 (225 HP), tops out at 54 mph, even with five people on board. The unique running pad on the V-hull increases stability and maneuverability while on plane. And, the new Speedster continues with Chris-Craft’s tradition of beautiful lines and finishes that help customers recognize the design instantly.
“This boat is a well thought-out boat,” says Steve Heese, president of Chris-Craft. “Our engineers spent hours upon hours sitting in every phase of the prototype mock-up to create the most usable space and functional design, while at the same time building a truly beautiful boat.”
Surprisingly enough, the boat began less than a year ago as a sketch on a napkin in a Chinese restaurant. Bob Greenberg, Vice President of Operations, and a co-worker were working on a concept to respond to customer and dealer demand for a small runabout. Inspiration hit between the soup and the fried rice – and the rest is history, soon to be a Chris-Craft legend.
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Chris-Craft Speedster Specifications |
| Overall Length |
20’2” 6.15 m. |
| Beam |
7’11” 2.41 m. |
| Draft |
34”/17.5” (86.4 cm./44.5 cm.) |
| Dry Weight |
2,850 lbs. 1,293 kg. |
| Fuel Capacity |
34 gal 129 l. |
| Dead Rise |
20 deg. 20 deg. |
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 Chris-Craft Speedster - A Ski Boat - Click for a Full Screen Photo -
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Page Three: The Corsair
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Chris-Craft Introduces: The Ultimate Day Cruiser – The Corsair 36
The new Corsair 36, an extension of Chris-Craft’s classic Corsair range, has the heart of a runabout with the accommodations of a cruiser. The boat is perfect for day trips, or even long weekends, with a fully enclosed master aft stateroom, head, galley and V-berth that accommodates dining or sleeping.
 Chris-Craft's Corsair 36 - Perfect Cruising Interior - Click for Full Screen Photo -

The Corsair 36 is built on a proven Chris-Craft deep-V hull with the classic flared bow, 20 deadrise and tumblehome aft. The boat comes standard with twin 375 hp Volvo 8.1 Gi stern drives and stainless steel duo props. The powerplant can be upgraded to twin 420 hp Volvo or MerCruiser gasoline engines or turbocharged D-6 Volvo diesels. The base power delivers a hearty top speed in the mid-40s and cruises comfortably at 35 mph. The fuel capacity is 286 gallons with an approximate range of 260 miles.
 A standard extended swim platform allows for easy boarding.
The cockpit features double-wide helm seats, as well as a large wrap-around U-shape aft seat, and a center walk-through, allowing easy access to the swim platform.
The driver’s helm seat has a flip-up bolster. The cockpit provides total seating for 10 guests. The seating also conceals plenty of convenient storage for fenders, lines, battery switches, and dockside water and power inlets. An optional Chris-Craft electric table converts the aft seating to a large sunbed.
An on-deck entertainment center, complete with ice maker, refrigerator and wet bar provide for convenient beverage and snack service. Guests can take refuge from the sun under the boat’s generous Bimini top, which stores below deck by dropping into a molded compartment under the hydraulic engine hatch. As the hatch closes, the top folds away neatly and automatically.
 Chris-Craft's Corsair 36 - More than Just Accommodations - Click on Full Screen Image -
The ergonomic helm
features Chris-Craft’s signature perforated plate dashboard with matching
gauges and room for optional electronics. Central access to the bow
is available with a teak and stainless steel ladder and diamond non-skid
walkway. Chris-Craft’s signature handrails and teak insert grace the
forward deck, perfect for sunning.
Below,
guests will find roomy accommodations for four people. The aft stateroom
features a queen size mattress, four complete storage compartments,
including a full-length hanging locker with mirror, and access to the
electrical and air conditioning service panel. The enclosed private
stateroom also boasts both direct and indirect lighting, as well as
a cabin ventilation porthole, room to stand for dressing purposes and
a settee with storage.

Chris-Craft's
Corsair 36 - Port Side Galley
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The user-friendly
galley, located on the port side of the boat, offers a stainless steel
refrigerator, built-in coffee pot, stainless steel microwave, full-size
custom-molded sink with drop-in Corian cover, and lots of galley storage.
The cooktop also includes a switch that automatically cuts off the power
to the heating element when the Corian cover is in place. The entire
Granicoat work surface is edged with a fiddle lip to help keep things
in their place and a stainless steel galley rail for safety. Storage
beneath the galley also includes a dedicated pull-out trash receptacle.
Above the galley is the centralized main distribution panel with custom
color-coded electric breakers – green for 12V systems and red for 115V
systems – for easy identification. The panel has individual controls
for all features so that the operator can isolate any system.
The main salon boasts
6’2” headroom and seating in the V-berth for six adults. The custom
Italian Bensonzoni table base in the V-berth lowers hydraulically to
provide a base for bed cushions. Once lowered, the bed has a total length
of 6’8” – accommodating even the tallest boater. The main salon also
has state-of-the-art electronics with a flat-screen TV, DVD player and
Bose stereo.
The
head, located on the starboard side of the boat, has a fully-enclosed
shower with bi-fold glass door and VacuFlush toilet. The stainless steel
sink is surrounded by a custom sea-blue glass countertop with storage
above and below.
The space is completed
with thoughtful touches, such as a stainless steel robe hook, space
for toiletries, and a custom waterproof toilet paper roll cover.
The entire boat has
more than 30 cubic feet of storage space, all with Euro-style flush
stainless steel hardware and real cherry wood cabinetry.

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Chris-Craft Corsair 36 Specifications |
| Overall Length w/pit |
39’5” 12 m. |
| Beam |
12’6” 3.80 m. |
| Draft |
38" 96.5 cm. |
| Dry Weight |
16,000 lbs. 7,258 kg. |
| Fuel Capacity |
286 gallons 1,081 l. |
| Fresh Water |
50 gal. 189 l. |
| Dead Rise |
20 deg. 20 deg. |
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 Chris-Craft's Corsair 36 - The Ultimate Day Cruiser
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