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March 19, 2008

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Cobalt Enthusiast Seeks Model

Hello,

I am looking for some assistance in identifying a particular Cobalt model. It was an 18′ – 19′ boat produced in the late 70′s early 80′s. This particular model was unique with a 1 piece curved windshield, and a really cool “rumble seat” on the bow that when folded over was a handsome teak feature on the bow. The interior had the shift and throttle levers in the center like a car. The boat was powered with an inboard-outboard powerplant.
If anyone has any information or if you can point me towards a source of information I would be greatful.
Thank you for your help !!
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  • Kurt Kelley

    The boat is a Cobalt CM9. I just bought a 1984 Ski edition. 19 feet, Rumble seat, inboard 260 hp. 350 with a jack-shaft that conects to a alpha 1 stern drive unit. shift/throttle controls in center on a console. The boat is the best handling boat I’ve driven. My friand has a 2002 Correct craft super-sport v-drive (nice) and he said he prefers the handling of my old Cobalt. You can carve tight curves ( for tubing etc) with one finger in the wheel and your left hand on the extremely smooth throttle. I got the boat for $7K with trailer and it was in machanically geat shape. They are not very common.

  • Pat

    I am looking for imformation on a boat that cobalt built from around 69 to maybe 72 or 73 it was i believe a v drive flatbottom they did 2 models. i dont think it was very popular but remember the pics in the brochure. if anyone has any info please let me know..thanks

  • Doug

    Just saw your “want ad”. The model you’re looking for, I believe, is a CM19. CM stands for center mount (engine). It is a 19 foot boat, with the “jump seat” in the bow. I/O stern drive. Great seating.
    There is one for sale here on our lake. It is a 1984 I believe, and was a boat house stored boat. Comes with a good single axle trailer. Boat & trailer have clear/clean transferable titles.

    Let me know if you want some pictures. Owner is asking $5550.00 and it’s located in the Finger Lakes region of NY state..zip 14424.

    Doug

  • Chili

    Doug,

    That’s a steal for that boat. The CM series were great boats, and not a lot of them were made. I know my cousin has an ’81 and it’s a wonderful vessel, been tryin’ to talk him out of it for a long time.

  • Bill

    The boat in question was a CS7 and a CS9. Both of these had a rumble seat and a center shift (CS) design. They came out in 1982 thru 1984 production. Deep V design for great handling and control. Their limited storage for ski equipment was the only real drawback to an otherwise perfect I/O boat for waterski enjoyment. Plus, the teak wraparound walk way was a nice touch of class to add to its already eye catching design.

  • Bill

    As an additional comment, the CS7 was the 17′ version and the CS9 was the 19′ version. Heavy enough for comfort in rough water conditions, but still light enough to pull on a trailer without the need for optional brakes, (2400lb to 2600lb). Plus, the floor storage cooler was far enough away from the engine compartment to actually stay cool throughout the day with the original ice! Great planning on that one.

  • Jay

    I have a 1984 Cobalt CS7. It has 95 hrs on it. I’m thinking about selling to get something bigger to accomodate my growing family. It’s 17.5 feet & has a Mercruiser 898 305 cubic inch 2 barrel with alpha one out drive. It comes with a trailer. No bottom paint. It’s blue & white with white interior & gray carpet. E-mail me if interested. Thanks, Jay

  • Bill Carpenter

    I too have a Cobalt CS7, but I wish to keep mine. I would be interested in buying your factory cockpit cover and hardware, if you still have them. The unit is supposed to store behind the bench seat when not in use. Please let me know. Thanks. Bill