Meet the Enthusiasts
Explore more of Fino's influential owners.
Frank's Family Fino
This is the Frank Ungarten Fino. Frank bought this boat new at the NYC boat show. Here is what Frank Jr. had to say:
"My father told me that when he first took delivery of his Fino, it had small blocks and electronic push-button transmissions. He always had issues with the transmissions, so when Flagship Marine built the turbo engines for him, they got rid of the transmissions.
I'm not sure exactly what year he took delivery of his boat, but he made the purchase at the NYC Boat Show, and it was built at Magnum. He made many trips to Magnum during the build process.
When the turbo engines were installed, they had to put governors on the engines because once the boat hit about 65 mph, it would push the nose down and lift the stern. I'm sure different style props these days would have helped, but I was told it happened because of the V-drives"
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This picture was taken by Frank Jr. when he was in Norwalk, CT, when he was in his 20s. He lifted the cover to uncover a Fino. He knew it was a Fino, having grown up on one. Furthermore, he hopes to someday get the exact Fino his father owned back and restore it. We hope so.
Sean's Fino in Canada
ENGINES BY HAXBY SPEED
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ChiZler Chicago
ChiZler was recently for sale. It seems to have been sold, and the listing is down. We will reverse when we find out where it's gone next, and maybe we will find out who the lucky buyer is. Stay tuned.
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Irish Miss Fino 30
The only Fino to sport a cigarette-style bow safety line.
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Jerry Herson's Fino
Jerry has enjoyed his Fino for many years. It is one of only two that are diesel powered. He uses his Fino a lot. He may have more miles in a Fino than any man alive (good for him!).
Bobby Rautbord's Fino Was Also Once Owned by Anthony Galgano
This Fino had an I/O drive system. It was rumored to be the last Fino built at Magnum Marine. It was said that it didn't work. It is in sad shape now and lying in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. Furthermore, it could be bought and restored. I believe it to be complete (fewer engines). Needs a total restoration $$$$.
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These photos were sent to us by Fred Darwick of Miami. We thank Fred!!
Once owned by Anthony Galgano in Ft. Twin I/O Fino in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, circa 1980. Anthony bought this boat as a trade-in from Apache Marine (Ben Cramer) back 20 years ago. It was white when he got it, and he had it painted red. He sold it to a guy that owned a car dealership in Lauderdale, The Toy Store. I understand he still owns it. He needs some lessons in boat maintenance, what do you think???
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