As a demo project we restored an authentic classic runabout from 1962, an Arcangeli Super Jolly. 

This boat was chosen because it was original and complete, all chrome work was there and the engine was the original Interceptor V8.
The restoration started in the summer of 2005 and was completed in August 2007.
A full report documented with many photographs of this restoration can be found by following the link.

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Unique Arcangeli for Sale

Original Super Jolly from 1962. Completely restored by WoodenClassics in 2007,
now for Sale!

The Super Jolly is fully comparable with the Riva Florida and is a beautiful classic mahogany runabout. With it’s original Ford Interceptor V8 this classic speed boat is fast and sounds exciting. 
 
This Arcangeli is probably in it’s best condition ever and is absolutely original. The 'Riva style' restoration is performed by WoodenClassics, supported by other professionals like Riva Harting for varnishing and PeTeC for the engine restoration. The 2 year restoration was completed in August 2007. The boat was tested and is now in a new condition and ready to be used. 

More than 200 classified ads in our database.
Ranging from fully restored Riva’s to parts & engines!

 Prime Adverts:

Riva Tritone #40 from 1957 (Spain)
Fully restored (2003) Tritone with two 6 cylinder Chris*Craft 175 HP engines.
Offered by a private seller - Asking price EURO 150.000

Andrews 25’ Slipper launch from 1947 (United Kingdom)
Sunset 25ft Andrews Slipper Launch from 1947 totally rebuilt to the
highest standard by Fine Wooden Boats at Hartford Marina England.
Offered by a private seller - Asking price EURO 75.000

Arcangeli Super Jolly #157 (Netherlands)
The Super Jolly is the most popular model by Arcangeli and can be compared with the Riva Florida. This boat has recently been restored and is original.
Offered by a company - Asking price EURO 25.000

                                All New Classic & Retro Motorboats on display!

In our Online Classic Boat Show all new classic wooden motor boats are listed.
This online boat show is open 24 hours a day, 7 days per week, 365 days a year
and is free for visitors.

The worldwide revival of classic wooden motor boats resulted in more than 300 new boats. All inspired by the style & designs from the middle of the last century and designed and produced by professional boatyards from around the world.
In the Online Classic Boat Show all these boats can be viewed providing a clear overview of all new classics on the market.

Please experience this online exhibition by following this link

Dolvik completes
the D31 custom runabout

Strusshamn, november 9th 2007
The D31 built in Norway by Dolvik is complete and ready for delivery to its proud owner. The whole building process was documented in a weblog on this website.
Via this weblog each step could be followed by the visitors of WoodenClassics.
By following this link you can go through the months and see the process.

The German boat builder Graf has launched a new classic

wooden motorboat called the Ipanema!

Parts, Materials, Instruments and Books in the webshop

We offer the first webshop of its kind offering a wide range of materials and parts available for
maintenance & restoration of classic boats.
Check-out our classic parts, deck hardware, Riva parts, restoration materials, technical parts and books.

The professional portal dedicated to classic wooden motor boats! With a marketplace for used boats and parts, information, products & materials and specialised companies usefull for boat buyers & boat owners.

In the Classifieds Ad section you can buy or offer used boats and parts, or you can use the Webshop to buy specific materials and replacement parts for maintenance and restoration of your classic boat.
You can also find extensive information on
classic boats and new classics build in the spirit
of the classics from the last century. In the Directory most relevant suppliers and companies
offering products & services are listed.



In the ‘How To’ section of the website practical information and tips are provided to help boat owners & professionals to maintain and restore classic mahogany boats.