![]() ![]() After that, my Dad got a new 1997 Checkmate 21 Pulsare, which is still in the family. The sleek Checkmate was a head turner back then not the fastest, but a solid boat, great build quality and that signature Checkmate look. Checkmates were pretty common where I grew up and my Dad bought a used 1991 Starflite with a Mercury 3.4 275 when I was about 15 years old. I really like Checkmate Boats and as a kid I got to meet Bill Combs at the Chicago Marine Exhibition, then one of the largest marine industry shows, and it was a highlight for me. There are a few reasons Checkmate lasted as long as they did and it is worth looking at as the business of building boats has not changed all that much in some ways. But even though he helped spawn one of their biggest competitors operating in the same town it actually may have helped Checkmate’s staying power. ![]() Would Bill Combs anticipate how big Checkmate and Baja Boats would become? Probably not. At least that’s how I remember the story going. Cobra essentially was a small fabrication shop down the street in Bucyrus Ohio and used a mold with Bill Comb’ blessing to get started, the 16’ Cobra. What is amazing is Combs and Downward were instrumental in Cobra boats starting, which became Baja boats, their nemesis. They started in sales and service but became interested in racing, which led to manufacturing not soon after. Bill and his original partner Bill Downward were influential in the performance boat movement in the sixties. The engine has approximately 60 hours on it since the upgrade of the engine which now produces 725 dyno measured horsepower.Ohio has a unique history in performance boats but it would be impossible to talk about boats and Ohio, without mentioning Bill Combs and Checkmate Boats. All systems function as they should as per the seller. The boat is stored in a barn and is cleaned after every use. The boat is in expected condition for its age or better. Call us at (941) 914-9217 to discuss this vessel today. If you're in the Philadelphia, Reading, Upper Darby, or Trenton areas, please use the form on this page to let me know what you're looking for and I'll get back with you today about any other high performance boat options we have locally that may meet your needs. We have several more Sea Ray, Baja, and Formula vessels for sale. While we will always attempt to provide you with a TRUE representation of every vessel we market, during any purchase from Pop you will be encouraged to schedule an inspection from an independent, accredited surveyor and every purchase WILL ALWAYS BE subject to your satisfaction with the results from your independent survey and your own personal trial run. This boat will be a great boat for the bay. This boat can get you, and three others where you want to be, enjoy the tunes on your pioneer stereo and enjoy the comfort of the pads that will keep you snug when you are motoring to your next destination. This boat has been well taken care of being cleaned and stored in covered storage after every use. The 1995 Checkmate Convincer cruises in the 50s MPH and can get up to over 70mph. On the dyno, Extension box with a bravo One drive! Are you looking for a boat that will get you noticed with style and speed? Reason for selling is "Moving to Florida".ĪNY and ALL offers will be put in front of our seller! Submit your offer today! 28' Convincer with a 548 big block, 725 HP. See all 136 photos at www popsells com/view/255111 Stock #255111 Only 80 photos available on this website. ![]()
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