Fageol 44 VIP

" I recently bought a 1957 15&

" I recently bought a 1957 15' Century Colt runabout.

It was originally powered with a Crosley/Fageol 44 VIP engine, but has since been changed over to an outboard.

From my understanding, the Fageol 44 VIP was a bit of a hybrid between an inboard and an I/O, kind of a precursor to an I/O.

I'd like to restore it to it's original configuration with the Fageol 44, but I've not been able to locate one.

However, according to the Century Boat Club, the Colt was also offered with a "Norseman Z-drive" in 1958.

Any information on either engine would be great.

Thanks in advance,

Jack Rose "

" Jack,
I realize this is a l

" Jack,
I realize this is a long shot, but I happen to have a new, never beeen run, Fageol 44 VIP. If you are still around please give me a call at 1-630-858-3160. I also have all the gauges and electrical hook-up. "

I have a Fageol 44. It has be

I have a Fageol 44. It has been stored since 1961. The enjine is free and the starter and solenoid work. Also the lower unit appears to be in good shape. The only thing I can see that is missing is the enjine cowling.