I love my v20
 

After 20 years of ownership I still love my 1978 V20 and when I'm on the water and see one I say to whoever is with me ,,,,,isn't that a good looking boat Does anyone feel the same as me or is it just me

preaching to the choir

What I font understand is that there are 13 views and only 1 reply don't we all love these boats? I know I do

I had two great ones, wish I had another. Love em

Good all around boats, and better looking than most with classic, timeless style.

Real good when used for what it's meant to do.

I've had 4 boats, I'd say this is my favorite.

Had a 94' Mako CC before the V21, couldn't hardly turn around without tripping over something. Had big console, not enough room.

I miss my old V.
When I find the right one......I'm going to buy another one.

I loved my V 18. Never wound up getting my own v but I did fish on my uncles a bit and I liked it. I'm happy with my 22 WA but that's a different boat all together.

I'm with y'all. Currently own 3 V-20 hulls. Working on getting my place situated where I have maximum storage and work space so I can start doing bigger projects instead of just flipping old hulls. I love seeing others hardcore, cap off, full blown restos. We have some really beautiful examples on this site and some really great members. Would like to see us take it to the next level and see what truly innovative mods and changes could be done to our boats to make them stronger, even more usable, and correct the few small issues all of them seem to have. I've thought about cutting the transom off, extending the stringers, and having a fully integrated, molded in engine bracket/swim platform with flotation instead of just a bolt on model. Also thought of designing one with a smaller cockpit with larger front deck, just two seats further aft, with a more offshore race design. Every time I go out I get compliments on mine. People say they used to have one and wished they never got rid of her, she was the best boat they'd owned, but they traded up to something new and it's no where near the same. For ride, versatility etc. you really have to trade up to a more high end boat these days or a fully restored example of a classic from 30-40 years ago to get better in my opinion.

Hey Steplift, my old V is also a '78. Last week we were down at Harkers Island for a few days and every where we went some one was saying man what a cool boat, what is it? what model is it? Kind of makes all the sweat and $$$ more worth it.
Also fished 2 full days, some running, mostly trolling...filled up and only held 24 gallons. :clap::clap:

I liked mine at the time! But out grew it in the places I was going. Wish I had one now!!

Just finished mine up- love this thing

What ya catch at HI? I was down at EI too but was fishing in the Big Rock in Morehead City. I'm heading back tomorrow and then back for 2 weeks in July for some more fishing. I also have a 78 V20 but needs to be finished been to busy fixing everyone elses boats and working on my 24 deck boat.

I am incredibly fond of mine. It's been there for some of my happiest times, and I hope to have it and use it 'til the day I cross the bar.

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Good to hear from Skools again....mainly trolled and picked up a few Spanish and blues and one bonito. Fishing was cut short at end of week by a stout southwest wind, more than the admiral cared to deal with, and yep Sun. morning slick as glass.

love mine,

wish i would have bought a dual console or a cuddy instead of the center console though.

center console was the right choice at the time but my fishing habits changed and id love to have more room towards the transom

Well, there's a reason several of us own more than one V. (Although the reason is probably insanity). But there's nothing that says you can't get a cuddy or a dualie.

I have yelled it many times as I clear the rocks of Manasquan Inlet at first light...I Love My Boat!
http://www.wellcraftv20.com/communit...&pictureid=959

I think they are one of the most beautiful boat designs ever made.
They are classic like a 65-68 Mustang
The way they grin at you..
http://www.wellcraftv20.com/communit...&pictureid=190

I've had it since '99 and have done a lot of work on it.
I am very sad because she is in my driveway with a new transom and I am torn between wanting to slap her together half-assed and go fishing or spend a summer doing a complete restore.

Already paid for a slip.Yesterday I saw the post about a V in Toms River and I thought "man I could buy that, slap my motor on it and go fishing".

I am sick...in the head.
I need help.
http://www.wellcraftv20.com/communit...pictureid=1128

Go for it. I bet you could get it for $1000, might even run. Not too far from you.

If i only had somewhere to put the darn thing i would buy one and totally rebuild it into exactly what i want.

but that will have to wait until i have a garage/barn big enough to do it

Mine is a '73 and I've had it for 35 years. Been around the block with it and always enjoyed the trip. Take care of it and it will take care of you.

Was lovin' it again yesterday, on cruise from Belmar, NJ to off Brooklyn, NY area and back.

V21 on a calm ocean.........a very nice place to be.

That's a great looking V and terrific wide open layout.

First year with mine, and im in love!!!

I love my '78 V20. Don't see others too much around Destin, Fl. though.

Give it time, you develop an Eye for them and see them everywhere.

Soon you'll be driving down the road and almost get in a single vehicle accident checking out an old 70's hull tucked back behind a fence.

Just purchased 1974 V-20
 

Hello I'm new to site and V-20 Hull. I just purchased what I believe to be a 1974 (74 in HID ?). IB/OB running a GM inline 6 cly engine. Helped original owner rebuild power unit and outdrive 2/3 years ago. Traded some labor for couple fishing trips here in Va. Like hull for it's ride ETC. Told owner maybe interested when he wants to sell her.He called me last month he found a great deal on a 22' Chris Craft. I now own the Wellcraft mechically she is good totally rebuild.I upgraded ign system to elect from out points.Is there anything I should be aware off ?...Thanks will be adding top then going fishing..Trans Yank

For all of you that are looking for a V20 I have one that I would be willing to part with... Half way through the restoration and have come to a halt for various reasons..

Do have pics if anyone is interested...:sad:

Congrats on your acquiring what may very well be the best 20 foot boat ever made.
Welcome to the site. Plenty of guys here with huge amounts of knowledge on the engines and hulls of these water warriors. You asked if there was anything to be concerned about. Off the top of my head I'd say that the most prevalent issues with these boats are soft transoms, rotted stringers and corroded fuel tanks. If the boat has been maintained properly, most if not all of those issues are non issues. I won't go into detail here about how you can tell if you have a problem, there are many others here that can and will do that, plus tell you how to fix them if you do have them. Since you have an I/O, about the most important thing I'd be concerned with is the integrity of the bellows where the outdrive goes through the transom and mates with the engine. It's made of rubber, and like all things made of rubber it can and will eventually fail, allowing water to enter into your boat. (Not a good thing if you're several miles from shore). It's always a good thing to inspect it and replace it every few years. The cost is well worth the peace of mind.

I too love my boat. I can't think of another boat that can run around a choppy bay through really skinny water to get to the perfect sand bar to hang out on and have a few beers and burgers. Then the next day go out in the ocean to go fishing and handle it like a champ. And mine being a buddy with an enclosure the rain doesn't spoil the party. Just love it!!

My opinion ........the big brother to the V20/21 is the SeaCraft 23 Sceptre/ Tsunami.

Similar with classic lines, big open cockpit and roomy cuddy area.

That's about the only boat I might trade my V21 for......or not.

:)

Big brother would be a 23 Seabird or 23 Dusky.

Got mine from a guy, who happily for me, was a complete non-mechanic. He thought the engine was getting unreliable and I got the boat. He'd fished it in the ocean off California for years and loved it. He replaced it with a 23' Striper W/A and told me later that the V was a much better boat in the ocean.

I love my boat!

I had an 89 V 18 that I sold to buy a 21ft Striper. The V was a much better riding boat than my Striper.

Hey Destroyer thanks for info on Bellows I have installed all new gaskets and exhaust bellows ETC. for previous owner within last 2 years (He had out drive rebuild my local Marine dealer).Later Trans Yank

We really do love our v.s I was out fishing the other day and saw one in raritan bay nj and said to my son now that's a great boat I also pick them out very easily when you see them in a movie like cap Ron The last shot when he's going out there's one docked I told my wife hey there's one I love my boat

Really just look at the boat skunk boat posted now that's a great looking boat I bet you can't get a nicer boat in 2015 I still think it's the best hull ever I love that boats hull and lines