Every family has its own sorts of heirlooms.

Some families tend to these trinkets constantly, keeping them in pristine condition. Others, focused elsewhere, let these items fall into disrepair.

Reddit user bcell4u decided it was time he unearthed one of his family?s neglected possessions: an old motorboat.

His uncle?s brother?s boat, originally from the 1970s, sat outside and unused for over 20 years. In that time, the elements completely overtook it. However, this DIY-er decided his family?s boat deserved its second chance out on the water.

He dug this boat out of the muck, spent a great deal of time cleaning it out, and then got to work bringing it back to life.

Having a boat to tool around in is one thing, but getting to ride around on something you had a hand in building yourself is beyond special.

With diligent TLC, this forgotten boat is now completely revived and ready to hit the high seas.

Scroll through below to see how this incredible DIY-er brought his family?s boat back to life.