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The mission of ClassicBoatsNJ is to encourage the preservation and use of stylish, antique and classic boats. We specialize in the sale and purchase of all types of boats and offer consultation services. Located at the head of Barnegat Bay in Ocean County, New Jersey, ClassicBoatsNJ is the source for the discriminating boater.

Hubert Johnson BlackJack

Amelia | 1962 | 24Ft | $34,000 Reduced for quick sale

Elco Liberte

1929 | Elco | 50ft | Sold

1974 32 Ft Wasque | $37,000

Hubert Johnson Brothers

Summer Salts | JohnsonBrothers | 1961 | 28Ft | Sold

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Posh | 1960's | 24 Feet | $2,300 Great launch needs engine

Hubert Johnson Blackjack

Dragonfly | 1962 | 24 Feet | Best Offer

North Coast

1990 | 24 Ft | $13,500

Penn Yan Double Cockpit

1939 | Penn Yan | 18 Ft | Double Cockpit | Sold

Lippencott Lightning

1958 | 19Ft Lippencott B-Lightning | $2,400

Bunker Ellis Cruiser

Reward | 1963 | 2007 | 40 Ft | Sold

Pearson Vanguard Sailboat

Althea | 1966 | 32 Ft |

Grand Craft Roosevelt Edition

Storm | 1982 | 24Ft | Sold

Hubert Johnson Black Jack Skiff

Shadow | 1961 | 24ft | Sold

Dyer Soft Top

Dulce | 2003 | 29ft | $152,000 - Sold

Cowell - King Model

1961 | 16ft | $4,900 | Sold

Goudy & Stevens Custom

Old Fashioned | 1958 | 35ft | All Reasonable Offers Considered

Elixir | 1974 | 29ft | Sold

Herreshoff America

No Hurry | 1973 | 18Ft | $6,500

Lyman Islander

Molly | 1956 | 18ft | $8,900

Bay Belle | 2001 | 29ft | Sold

Thompson Skiff

1967 | 18 Ft | $8,000

Lady Jill | 1960 | 24 Ft | Sold

Atkins Custom Launch

1995 | 22ft | 13,500

Dawn Cruiser

Widgeon | 1930 | 48Ft | Sold

Fay & Bowen

Lindy Lou | 1910 | 21 Ft | $8,000 or Resonable Offers Considered

Stands in the Wind | 2014 | 19 Ft | $12,900

Herreshoff - Buzzards Bay 15 Center Board

SHENANIGANS | 1993 | 25Ft | $28,900

Beaton Sneakbox

Lenape Scout | 1959 | 15ft | $4,000

Rascal | 1970 | 29ft | $39,900 | Sold

Hubert Johnson Black Jack

1953 | 18 ft | $7,000

Atkin & Co Yacht Designers

Rose | 1959 | 25 Feet | New Owner will restore

Hubert Johnson Cruiser

1956 | 36 Ft | Just Restored

Sailing Dinghy

8 ft | $4,900 - Sold

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We specialize in the sale of classic boats, motor and sail. We have connected many boating enthusiasts with well-loved vessels. How about a cruise for a lunch picnic or cocktails, or a trusted tow boat to get you to the races?

Consulting.

In addition to buying, selling, chartering and restoring wooden boats, ClassicBoatsNJ offers consultation services and sound advice. These services are not limited to our customers, but extended to anyone who shares our passion for wooden boats. Our areas of expertise include cruisers, sailboats, sport skiffs, speedboats and live-aboards manufactured by top-of-the-line boat builders.

Restoration.

ClassicBoatsNJ is well acquainted with carpenters and craftspeople in New Jersey who are experts in the field of wooden boat restoration and repair. Whether your boat requires minor repair and restoration work or a complete overhaul, we will connect you with the specialist who will return your wooden or fiberglass boat to its original, seaworthy condition.

Established by Bob O'Brien of Bay Head, New Jersey, ClassicBoatsNJ has helped to spread enthusiasm about wooden boats since 1993. After years as a classic yacht owner, Bob passed away in 2013, leaving ClassicBoatsNJ to his son, Bill O'Brien, who shares Bob's passion for keeping classic boats on Barnegat Bay.

Bill is an avid classic boat enthusiast and owner who has enjoyed wooden boats since his childhood. Bill operates in the Barnegat Bay area and is extremely knowledgeable about classic and wooden boats.

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We'd love to chat with you about buying or selling a boat. If you see something you like or have any questions, let us know and we'll get right back to you.

Send a message or call Bill at (908)591-1083.

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Own your own piece of history with an antique, classic boat from Absolute Classics. You’ll find virtually every classic brand of classic boat, including Chris-Craft, Riva, Century, Shepherd, Garwood, Hacker-Craft, Grand-Craft, Stan-Craft, and more. We want to be your partner on your classic boat quest. Our dedicated team will help you find the right boat at the right price, so you can share a piece of the history with the next generation. If you are looking for a boat, and want to get an insight of what is in our inventory, email us at: [email protected]

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Absolute Classics sources the finest of classic, vintage boats to help people make memories and fulfill their dream of owning a piece of history. We’ll answer any questions you have about a particular make and model of boat. We also have photos, documentation, and history of the boat from the previous owner so you can be happy with the boat you are purchasing.

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