The SS United States Redevelopment Project w/video

Source: SS United States Conservancy

Maybe it’s the “hipster” in me, but I would probably choose classic or vintage vehicles about 80% of the time; yes, that includes boats.  Maybe that’s why I drive a truck that drives me crazy, but there is real character in those classic lines.  My theory for the natural draw to those vintage vessels is the fact that they have proven themselves over time as being well engineered and timeless designs.  One such beautiful example of a classic ocean liner is the S.S. United States.  The iconic passenger vessel was built in 1952 to break the trans-Atlantic speed record.  Sadly she currently sits decaying in the Delaware River awaiting renovation.  Check out the proposed restoration project which has now begun requesting qualifications from developers.  There is also a good bit of her amazing history recorded there.

Be sure to check out a video of the “Lady in Waiting”, the S.S. United States, after the jump.

Source: SS United States Conservancy and Vimeo