{"product_id":"k258-hacker-craft-evangeline-special-33-foot-runabout-1924-custom-built-replica-boat","title":"Hacker Craft Evangeline Special 33 foot runabout 1924 Custom Built Replica Boat","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hacker Eva Special 33' is a distinguished American wooden runabout that embodies the elegance and refinement of early twentieth century powerboat design. Known for its long, graceful profile and refined proportions, this iconic vessel reflects a time when luxury, craftsmanship, and smooth performance were carefully balanced to create boats of exceptional character.Each Hacker Eva Special 33' model is handcrafted in our workshop using premium woods such as Western Red Cedar, Mahogany, Teak, and US -made Hexcel fiberglass with System Three marine spar varnish - following the traditional plank-on-frame construction method. Every project is completed with meticulous attention to detail over a period of approximately 4-5 months. Custom options are available, including scale, wood selection, finishes, deck layout, interior detailing, and personalized features.The Eva Special 33' features an elegant, well balanced hull designed for smooth, confident cruising on lakes and sheltered coastal waters. Finely finished decks, polished fittings, and carefully crafted details highlight the artistry behind each build. Every plank and contour is shaped to preserve the boat's timeless silhouette and refined presence.\u003cb\u003eBasic Dimensions\u003c\/b\u003e - Length Overall (LOA): 33 feet (≈ 396 inches) - hull length. - Beam (Width): 8′. - Draft: 18-24 inches depending on load.\u003cb\u003e Construction \u0026amp; Hull\u003c\/b\u003e - Original Builder: Hacker Boat Company (Detroit), one-off custom build. - Designer: Naval architect John L. Hacker - famed for early planing hull developments.\u003cb\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/b\u003e Traditional mahogany\/wood construction with classic Hacker runabout hull form. - Cockpit \/ Layout: Twin or triple cockpit seating typical of large runabouts from the period; richly appointed for high-end private use.\u003cb\u003e Engine \u0026amp; Performance\u003c\/b\u003e - Original Engine Installed: A Ford-built Capitol Liberty V-12 aircraft engine (World War I Liberty type), 1,650 cu. in. displacement producing ~450 hp and very high torque. - Performance: Historically reported top speed of ~49 mph - extremely fast for a wooden runabout of the 1920s.\u003cb\u003e Weight \u0026amp; Displacement\u003c\/b\u003e - Displacement \/ Weight: A 33-ft all-wood runabout with a large Liberty V-12 would likely displace 6,000-8,000+ lb (≈ 2,722-3,628+ kg) when fully outfitted with heavy engine - typical for large single-engine runabouts of the era. (Inferred from similar historic racer\/runabout builds.)\u003cb\u003e Historical Notes\u003c\/b\u003e - Built For: Henry Ford - one of eight runabout hulls ordered for Ford family use in the early 1920s; Evangeline is the only known survivor. - Name \u0026amp; Dedication: Named for Evangeline Cote Dahlinger, a close associate of Henry Ford.Every wooden boat crafted by us is built from authentic classic wooden boat plans, with full credit given to the original designers. For each custom commission, we acquire the appropriate plans and construct the boat to order-offering both full-size vessels and finely detailed scale models.Contact us to bring your Hacker Eva Special 33' to life!\u003cb\u003eNote: \u003c\/b\u003e* This deposit is non-refundable and will be credited toward your order.* Price starting at 75k and applies to the wooden hull only (Not include motor or hardwares or shipping).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Captain Heritage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47663048032477,"sku":"K258","price":78300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/8112\/7901\/files\/K258-HACKER-CRAFT-EVANGELINE-SPECIAL-33-FOOT-RUNABOUT-1924-CUSTOM-BUILT-REPLICA-BOAT-L01.webp?v=1773912559","url":"https:\/\/captainheritage.com\/products\/k258-hacker-craft-evangeline-special-33-foot-runabout-1924-custom-built-replica-boat","provider":"Captain Heritage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}