29' Shamrock 260 Express Saltwater Fishing

The 260 Express marked a departure from earlier 26-footers from Shamrock in that she rides on an all-new hull with a wider beam and increased flare at the bow. Retained, however, is Shamrock's exclusive Keel-Drive system with its single- inboard power and protected running gear--a time-tested design based on a full length keel married to a modified-V hull. The added security of knowing that the Shamrock can survive a run-in with the bottom without damage is persuasive.

The cockpit of the 260 Express is set up for entertaining or fishing with an L-shaped settee on the bridge deck and a livewell, cutting board and sink plus shower built into the transom plus two large in-floor fish bones w/ power drains and a center equipment storage locker w/ power drain. Under the cockpit gunnels are pole holders fish hook holders, fresh water wash down fitting and accent lights.

The cabin, which is nicely finished, includes a small galley, good headroom, four opening ports and an enclosed head. Engine access, via a hatch in the bridge deck floor, hatch in cabin and hatch behind the bridge deck, give exceptional access to equipment. A stable fishing platform with good range, a standard 5.7-liter gas inboard will cruise the 260 Express at 17 knots and reach a top speed of around 26 knots.

Loaded boat in mint condition. Included 4-outriggers, 20-pole holders, canvas / aluminum cockpit cover, L-shaped settle w/ table at helm, flood lights, cockpit lights, enclosed head, galley w/ refrigerator, huge V-Berth and cabin, live bait well, cockpit fish lockers, dual fuel tanks, Garmin 741 color GPS/Fish finder, Single Mercruiser 5.7Horizon MPI w/straight shaft (keel drive) in perfect condition, protected rudder and propeller. Long keel for superior directional stability. Engine mounted low in bilge for superior stability and an open cockpit "fisherman" design.

This boat has a huge cockpit for its' size! Forward and aff engine access panels along with a large cockpit hatch. Additionally this Shamrock has a unique feature for unprecedented ease of access to the engine: The entire forward cockpit area over the engine can be unscrewed and slipped back over the aft cockpit for fantastic access to the engine, batteries, tanks, transmission, bonding systems, ground terminal place, thru-hull fittings, bilge areas, etc.!!

Cockpit fresh water wash, cockpit shower, swim step, twin tackle centers, remote electric anchor windless & pulpit, four opening cabin ports plus overhead hatch, large removable cabin table, interior lighting, DC panel, galley storage locker, chain locker, dual batteries and charger, head holding tank and macerator/over board pump and deck pump, dual auto bilge pumps, full Isinglass helm covers plus instrument cover, VHF radio, stereo, HALON system, Dripless shaft seal, NEW exhaust raises, new starter, NEW distributor cap and rotor, NEW plugs, NEW fuel filter. Hull, neck, bottom, rails, in mint condition. Super clean bilge.

NOTE: Trailer is NOT included

Possible owner financing

Builder: SHAMROCK BOAT Designer: Jack Hornor
Type: 260 EXPRESS
Year Built: 2003
L.O.A.: 26'0" (29'6" w/pulpit) Beam: 8'8" Draft: 2'2"
Gross Tons: 3.0 (Approx.)
REPLACEMENT VALUE: $140,000.00

HULL:
Topsides: Molded Fiberglass
Bottom: Molded Fiberglass
Stem: Flare
Stern: Transom
Frames: Partitions, bulkheads & longitudinal stringers
Floor Timbers: Partitions & bulkheads
Fastenings: Reinforced fiberglass
Deck Beams: Molded decks
Decks: Molded fiberglass
Keel: Fiberglass, full-length skeg keel w/running gear protection & Bronze shoe
Super Structure: Molded Fiberglass w/custom welded stainless steel side and top frames.
Interior: Beige fabric overhead, Cherry Wood cabinetry.
Cherry Wood bulkheads & partitions.
White mica Head Compartment door
Galley has Mica counter top and stainless steel sink
Bulkheads: Two
Bilge: Clean
Ventilation: Adequate
SPARS & RIGGING:

Swim Platform/ladder Molded Fiberglass w fold-away ladder
Condition: Appears Good
Rod Holders: Total of 16: Five on each coaming (P&S); Two on each side frame (P&S); Two at Aft End of Hard Top
Outriggers: Pair of Top Gun on Hard Top, plus a pair of Lee-type
Outrigger side mounts (P&S) , no outrigger poles
Tackle area: Transom Baitwell and Bait Prep Station with washdown
Plastic pull out tackle drawers under station, plus separate set of similar drawers under cockpit lounge seat.

FITTINGS & EQUIPMENT:

Deck Hardware: Stainless steel & Aluminum
Steering Gear: One station, Hydraulic by Sea Star, Morse throttle And shifter
Ground Tackle: FORTRESS anchor mounted on molded anchor pulpit
Anchor Windlass: MAXWELL, chain & rope
Canvas Covers: Clear vinyl & canvas at windshield & Full enclosure in good condition

Running Lights: Electric
Anchor Light: Electric
Bilge Pumps: (2)-auto/manual

SAFETY GEAR:
Portable Extinguishers: (2)
Built-In System: HALON
Location: Engine room, aft bulkhead

Horn: Electric
Life Rings: (1) Life Ring w/attached line, in overhead bin of hardtop

ELECTRONICS:
GARMIN GPSmap 741xs
STANDARD HORIZON Eclipse + VHF
Stereo w/ cockpit speakers

GALLEY:
Location: Main cabin, starboard side
Refrigeration: NORCOLD 12volt DC / 110Vac (AC not hooked up)
Sink: Single stainless steel

LIGHTING:
Ships: 12 volt DC
Wiring: Molded rubber & thermoplastic
Ground: Bonding System
Interior Lighting: Overhead and bullet lights

STEREO:
AM/FM/CD, Stereo at helm station

MACHINERY:
Main Engine Location: Beneath Bridge Deck
No./Type: SINGLE GAS
Make: MERCRUISER
Model: HORIZON 350 MPI
No. of Cyls: Eight
H.P. Reported rated 300 hp
Reduction Gear: Velvet Drive 2.0:1
Year: 2003
Total Time Indicated: 999.0 hours
Engine Bed: Fiberglass Longitudinal Stringers
Pan Under Engine: Integral Fiberglass
Engine Cooling System: Closed fresh water cooling system (standard w/ Horizon engines)
Fuel Pump: Dual electric

Exhaust Line: Welded riser hose connected to long extended thru hull discharge system flapper valve
Engine Generator: 12 volt alternator
Controls: Morse (Teleflex) Cables - silky smooth w/friction adjustment
Bearings: Bronze
Propeller: 4 Blade
Propeller Shaft: 1 1/4" stainless steel
Bearing: Rubber cutlass
Rudder: Massive Bronze rudder

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:
Battery Charger: GUEST, ChargePro 10amp, dual battery auto charger

Storage Batteries: (2) 27MXHD
Location: Engine room, forward of engine, easy access
Battery Switch: Engine room, forward bulkhead near batteries, easy access
Shore Power: Yes

TANKS:
Fuel: Gas
No. Capacity: (2) 90 ea for total of 180 gals
Shape: Rectangular
Material(s): Aluminum
Location: Under cockpit decking
Secured: Yes
Filling Lines & Vents: Pipe & hose connected to deck fill with vent fitting
Bonded: Yes
Overflow runs Outboard
Fuel Lines Connections: Copper with flexible sections

Water Tanks
Capacity: 15 gallons
Holding Tank: 12 gallons, with deck pump-out fitting on port side and Macerator pump and Y-Valve.

Electric head w/ water pump and macerator switches on panel. Head has overhead light and opening port