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Author	Topic:   Think I bought a whaler too, but now not sure
MacPhail	posted 08-07-2002 09:46 AM ET (US)         Always wanted a small whaler for my small lake, and stumbled accross a deal I had to snap up. Not having owned a whaler before, I began to research my new to me toy. It was advertised as a 1972 Boston Whaler 13.5' Sport. I could not find evidence of a Hull ID, though it could have been covered by previous repairs. A friend happen to mention it looked a lot like a Delquay (not sure on spelling). I have digital pics I can provide, but I have noticed the interior color doesn't match specs, though could have been painted at some point in the last 30 years. There is no wooden seat in the bow section. Wondering if someone could help me confirm what I have, if a whaler then what year? If not a whaler then what? I have a few pics I can forward or post, if someone can help me. Thanks in advance Mark in Nova Scotia
11 footer	posted 08-07-2002 09:58 AM ET (US)             Could you post some picts. An sure that most of the people on this site can tell you if it is a whaler or not.
Bigshot	posted 08-07-2002 10:26 AM ET (US)             I hope you got it cheap because I do not think you got a whaler. ALL had the wooden hatch and you would notice if it was filled in.
MacPhail	posted 08-07-2002 09:56 PM ET (US)             I'll post some pics. Thanks
MacPhail	posted 08-07-2002 10:18 PM ET (US)             I emailed some pics to Jim for posting. Picked it up for about $1800 US Bigshot. Boat, motor and trailer. Good deal, the boat is very sturdy, and needs little attention. The motor, on the otherhand will see some work this winter.
David Jenkins	posted 08-07-2002 10:23 PM ET (US)             Email one to davidjenkins@fmrealty.com
MacPhail	posted 08-07-2002 10:31 PM ET (US)             Thanks, I'll do that.
David Jenkins	posted 08-07-2002 10:44 PM ET (US)             I am sorry to say that it is not a Boston Whaler, although it is a fine looking little boat.
MacPhail	posted 08-08-2002 07:53 AM ET (US)             Thanks to all for your assistance. What I have is a Dell Quay Dory, Mediterranean 13, built in the UK. Hard to tell year of production, as there are no ID numbers, and Dell Quay's history is nowhere near as well documented as the Whaler. Dell Quay started production in 1960, so it could be as old as 42 years. Anyway, it is a nice little boat. Heavier by far than the whaler 13 too, just over 600 lbs. Similar construction however. Very stable, tight hull.
11 footer	posted 08-08-2002 03:08 PM ET (US)             Can I still see picts?
11 footer	posted 08-08-2002 06:35 PM ET (US)             nice littel boat!!!!!
MacPhail	posted 08-09-2002 12:34 PM ET (US)             I've emailed you some pics 11footer
jameso	posted 08-09-2002 12:46 PM ET (US)             Did a quick search, these boats seem to be constructed the same as Whalers, i.e. foam sandwich. The 13 sure looks like a Whaler Check out this one http://www.boatsireland.com/dell_quay_dory_17.htm

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