Garwood Speedster 16 - 30-Inch Boat Model
How big is it?
Length about 76 cm / 30.0 in, height about 23 cm. Drawn to scale; the model outline is a simplified shape.
Model details
- Materials
- Mahogany, Western red cedar, Teak
- Construction
- Plank-on-frame, built by hand
- Collection
- Custom Made Models
- Item no.
- CM628
The Garwood Speedster 16' is a classic American runabout that reflects the spirit of speed and craftsmanship from the golden age of wooden powerboats. Introduced during a period when performance boating captured public imagination, it combined compact proportions with bold styling, creating a lively and elegant presence on the water. Designed for agility and excitement, the Speedster 16' featured a sleek hull and responsive handling suited for spirited lake cruising. Its construction highlighted the refined workmanship associated with Gar Wood, where attention to detail, polished finishes, and quality materials defined every boat produced. In its era, the Garwood Speedster appealed to boating enthusiasts who valued both performance and style. It represented freedom, innovation, and the growing culture of recreational boating, offering an accessible yet thrilling experience in a smaller, well-balanced design. Today, the Garwood Speedster 16' is admired as a timeless symbol of classic American boating heritage. Preserved and restored by collectors, it continues to embody craftsmanship, elegance, and the enduring appeal of wooden speedboats shaped by tradition and passion for the water.