JFK's Sloop at Auction

The 1930 Star Class hull #721 is being offered at auction December 16, 2005. John F. Kennedy owned the Flash II from 1934 until 1942 and, in 1936, skippered her to line honors (by a whopping four minutes) in one race of the Atlantic Coast Championships. In years since, Flash II has been both stored and 90% restored. Guernsey's, a New York City auction house, will open the bidding (live on eBay; click the image to view auction listing) promptly at 8 PM, so register early and bring a fat checkbook. Although used Stars typically sell for a lot less, the President's is going to set you back at least $100K (US) - and that's just the opening bid.