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within the model were often indicated by a model type then model name, with a hyphen in between. For example, in the 14-foot (4.3 m) range there was a model called the Lido, which came in three configurations: the Sport-Lido, Club-Lido, and Lido (standard). Another line, called the
Mariner, included the Sport-Mariner, Club-Mariner, or Mariner (standard) model. Some boat models were also named for areas in and around Southern California, such as
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Glasspar built boats in ranges from car toppers to 21-foot (6.4 m) models and everything in between. Just prior to 1969, when
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Official Glasspar Owners Association.
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Restoring and preserving
Glasspar boats and cars has become extremely popular in recent years. The official Glasspar Owners Association can be found at
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friend, paid Tritt to design and build a racing sailboat in the 20-foot (6.1 m) range.
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