Description
This car is Lot 401 to be auctioned by Bonhams|Cars at The Beaulieu Sale on 6 September, please see the Bonhams website for full details.
Public Viewing:
Available Friday 5 September from 10:00 until 17:00 and Saturday 6 September from 08:30 until 17:00 at The National Motor Museum, Beaulieu.
Lot 401
1956 Hamilton Model 741 Jet Launch 'Goldeneye' and Trailer
Registration no.
Chassis no.
Serial no. 5966
Overall length: 4. 25m (trailer 4. 75m)
Overall width: 1. 5m (trailer 1. 75m)
Restored between 2020 and 2024 (bills available), this classic Hamilton plywood and fibreglass jet boat is powered by a marinized 100bhp 1. 8-litre MGB engine breathing via a Weber 40DCOE carburettor, with the flywheel connected directly to the single-stage jet drive. A four-seater, the boat will run in as little as 4-6 of water and will be on the plane at 5-6 knots. Maximum speed is 40 knots at 3, 000rpm (the jet drive's recommended limit). Users should ensure that the boat is either in the water or connected to a water supply when the engine is started as water is used as coolant for the heat exchanger and jet drive.
There are twin fuel tanks: 25-litre outbound and 31-litre homeward bound with Facet high-performance switchable pumps. There is under-seat storage at the rear and additional stowage at the front, while the cockpit boasts a comprehensive array of gauges. Ignition is by key, and there is a safety kill cord. Other noteworthy features include a stainless steel wakeboard and waterski pole; LED searchlight and LED navigation lights; upgraded stainless steel keel strip; and a rear ski step.
The engine has been rebuilt incorporating a replacement cylinder head; new Power-Lite alternator and geared starter motor; Accu-Spark electronic ignition; and a Viper ignition coil. Refurbished, the trailer has a custom light-board subframe and benefits from new tyres and inner tubes (Goop puncture treatment); new wheel bearings; and a new light-board and towing electrics.
All lots are sold 'as is/ where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding. Visit the Bonhams|Cars website for all pertinent auction information.
