Penn yan dingy value

[topri1234]

Have 7 ft penn yan aero dingy circa 1950. Stored in basement 45 years , excellent original shape. Any thoughts on value? Thanks

[JimConlin]

From http://www.flbm.org/collection/rowbo..._dinghy_jx.php



Nice!
I'd think that the market would vary a lot with location. Where are you?

[topri1234]

Thats same boat, one I have has all wood finished in varnish, hull blemish free, rub rail etc

East end of long island (North fork) greenport

[Oldad]

Can't help you with the value but the link raised an interesting point, refers to it as a composite hull. From the looks of the inside it looks like plank on frame, maybe canvas covered on the outside. I know Penn Yan did make some composite hulls, kind of cold molded, some with a layer of plastic between layers of wood. Just wondering why "composite"?

[topri1234]

Penn Yan Aerodinghy (NX)	Back to collection index >>>
Penn Yan introduced the Aerodinghy model in 1948, and it became a mainstay in their product line through 1964, shortly before conversion was made from wooden to fiberglass hull construction. While slightly heavier than the Rowing Dinghy model they replaced, Aerodinghies were built to be powered by a small outboard motor, if desired. They were offered in 7 ft, 8 ft, and 9 ft lengths. The Aerodinghy shown here is the 9 ft JX model. It was one of a pair purchased for use on a 61 ft Trumpy yacht in 1951, where they served as tenders until 1988. This boat was then stored by the yacht’s captain at that time until donation to the Museum in 2010.

[topri1234]

Started out wood , mine has same rub rail , no pin stripe probably a bit earler than the one shown

[Yeadon]

You won't be able to retire on the sale of that Penn Yann. I'd guess it's worth a few hundred bucks, but could be a well-loved tender if it lands in just the right hands.

[topri1234]

You won't be able to retire on the sale of that Penn Yann. I'd guess it's worth a few hundred bucks, but could be a well-loved tender if it lands in just the right hands.

Mine is similar in shape to one with pin stripe(7 ft) , not the more "weathered" one. Saw one on eBay with motor bid to $1600 guy wanted $around $3500 !

My guess, based on eBay bid, would be around$1000 as it is in original, mint condition??? But that is a real guess.

[Thad]

The trick is to find the person who will pay. I might well say it's worth $1500, or if it is REALLY original and pristine $3000, but there is no market and you might wait a lifetime before selling for that $1000 -- if you find that buyer. Then again you might hit the right moment with the right person and get whatever you ask. Better to give her away or sell for a couple hundred to someone who will use and care for her than let her rot in storage. As Yeardon says, you won't retire on the proceeds, nor would your heirs.

[Peter Malcolm Jardine]

What Thad said..... real money probably a grand to 1500. People ask as much as 3000 for them, but I suspect that kind of money if wishful thinking. They are a beautiful dinghy.

[JimConlin]

I can't think of a better region for selling such a boat. Within 100 miles of you are a fair number of very well maintained wooden power yachts of the period and they 'need' a 'correct' tender. As has been said, effort at selling it is probably not a money maker, but if you want it to have a good home it probably can be found.

[topri1234]

I can't think of a better region for selling such a boat. Within 100 miles of you are a fair number of very well maintained wooden power yachts of the period and they 'need' a 'correct' tender. As has been said, effort at selling it is probably not a money maker, but if you want it to have a good home it probably can be found.

All above Good advice - boat doesn't owe me a thing and can leave it where is for another 40 years and my son can make decision. Alternatively pretty enough and sized right as a coffee table in my family room with piece of glass or I'm thinking of bringing it to antique boat shows- light and fits right on top of my suv.

[JimConlin]

If I had it in a barn and nobody was pestering me to get rid of it, I'd be content to keep it.
Just in case someone gets to searching for it some day, posting a pic here might help them find you.

[topri1234]

Good suggestions Jim, will try to get picture although lighting not very good.