Chris Craft Riviera

Coolbreeze · 06-20-2013, 05:04 PM

The 18 foot Riviera has a lot of bounce when riding half throttle and its bow rides high at that speed, so most operators like to sit on top of the seat back to see. Once on plane and you are in the cockpit it goes like hell. The engine noise is classic, that's why most people who have these boats are partially deaf. It doesn't take waves too well but the seats have enough cushion and spring to take the pounding out. It is a great cruiser and head turner, just like the cars of that era. You can contact me and I will put you in touch with my dad who has lots of experience with these boats or call Phil Spencer or the other guys, they all know each other and are willing to share stories. My Dad currently has a 21 Capri that is gorgeous, he moved up to the 21 from the 18 Riviera, that is how I know.

06-20-2013, 05:04 PM	#11
Coolbreeze Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 332 Thanks: 0 Thanked 51 Times in 26 Posts	The 18 foot Riviera has a lot of bounce when riding half throttle and its bow rides high at that speed, so most operators like to sit on top of the seat back to see. Once on plane and you are in the cockpit it goes like hell. The engine noise is classic, that's why most people who have these boats are partially deaf. It doesn't take waves too well but the seats have enough cushion and spring to take the pounding out. It is a great cruiser and head turner, just like the cars of that era. You can contact me and I will put you in touch with my dad who has lots of experience with these boats or call Phil Spencer or the other guys, they all know each other and are willing to share stories. My Dad currently has a 21 Capri that is gorgeous, he moved up to the 21 from the 18 Riviera, that is how I know.