Ultimate Restorations

Cangarda: The Last American Steam Yacht

The last existing American stream yacht was nothing more than an eyesore stuck in the mud of the Boston harbor until Bob McNeil came to its rescue. His four-year restoration of the 136-foot vessel revives old construction techniques alongside new technologies with the help of the colorful crew of Rutherford's Boat Shop in San Francisco. After 112 years and more than a few setbacks, the Cangarda finally sails again.