1998 32 Active Thunder 32 CC “Ms. Rita”. RESTORED WORK of ART owner’s longtime friend’s beloved 1998 / 2022 Active Thunder 32 CC “Ms. Rita”. The owner and his friend became friends many years ago. Back in the day the owner and his friend could often be found enjoying themselves out on the water at the next poker run or just island hopping from local hotspot to local hotspot. Time passed and the owner and his friend didn’t spend as much time as they used to island hopping. In 2020 his friend became ill and knew the time had come to depart with his pride and joy a 1998 Active Thunder 32 CC “Ms. Rita” that he and so many of his friends had great memories aboard. Knowing he wanted the legacy of “MS. Rita” to live on, he sold it to his great friend, the current owner. The current owner and his friend spent many summers days cruising around the panhandle in style but now was the chance for the current owner to honor his friend by bringing this beauty back to her glory days. The current owner has put over a years’ time honoring his friend and bringing “Ms. Rita” back to life now cruising the panhandle in style once again.

The current owner has spared no expense when restoring this 1998 Active Thunder 32 CC “Ms. Rita”. Repowered with the Ideal Mercury 300 XL Verado’s with electronic DTS controls “Ms. Rita” is sure to throw you back in your seat when you punch the throttles. All new SIMRAD electronics suite, new Fusion MS-RA210 head unit, new upholstery, head truing hull graphics, and complete electrical re-wire throughout. Also included is a 1998 Tow Master Aluminum I-Beam tandem axel trailer.

Notable Options and Electronics

• REPOWERED with 2023 Twin Mercury 300XL Verado’s with electronic DTS controls, 50 original hours with Warranty Remaining Until April 2026
• RESTORED 1998 Active Thunder 32 CC
• New SIMRAD Go XSE with SIMRAD / Lowrance Active Imaging transducer, Active Imaging 3-in-1, and Active Imaging Side Scan
• Fusion MS-RA210 head unit with remote control at helm, 4 cockpit speaker and two can tower speakers
• Complete re-wire to include all new rocker switches at helm and battery switches
• New upholstery cockpit and cabin
• Head turning graphics with hull side wrap
• Powder coated arch with Bimini top including new canvas
• New LED cockpit lighting
• New LED spreader lights
• New LED Cabin lighting
• Custom aft bench seating
• Custom bucket helm chairs

Construction

• Bottom – solid glass construction
• Fairing – race style molded
• Gelcoat – snow white, high gloss
• Glass materials – bi & tri-directional
• Stringers and transom – fiberglass
• Walk around deck access with molded in non-skid

Electrical Systems

• Auxiliary 12 volt outlet
• Batteries high performance
• Battery box heavy duty
• Dual Battery disconnect switch
• Bilge blowers (2)
• Bilge pump automatic high volume
• Mercathode transom anti corrosion system on engine brackets
• Safety kill switch – engine disconnect with cord
• Switches – illuminated marine grade
• Trim Tab override switches 

Mechanical Equipment

• Bow and stern eyes – stainless steel
• Cleats 6, deck mount
• Engine mount-race style – thru-bolted with backing plates
• Fuel fill-flush mounted stainless steel
• Indicators for trim tabs
• Navigation lights
• Propeller – SS 4 Blade to match power package
• Rub rail – White high impact resistant with stainless insert
• Steering – Full hydraulic
• Trim Tabs – with indicators

Hull Specifications

• L.O.A w/o aluminum platform – 32’
• Beam – 8’
• Draft – 3’
• Fuel Capacity – 300 Gallons
• Fresh Water 60 Gallons
• Weight – complete approx. 7000lbs

Cockpit/Helm

• Bolsters Helm Seats – race style with drop out seat bottoms
• Cockpit Cover – Sunbrella
• Depth finder – integrated into SIMRAD unit
• Aft Equipment hatch – padded
• Fire extinguisher (2)
• Flooring – Gray Vinyl
• Foot rest – molded
• Fume detector – electronic
• Gauges Integrated into SIMRAD unit
• Grab bars – dash mount and rear seat
• Lighting cockpit illumination
• Rear seating – integrated bench with under seat storage
• Speakers (4)
• Steering wheel – leather wrapped
• Throttles / Shifters – Mercury DTS

Galley/Salon

• Prep station w/fresh water sink and storage underneath
• Dash access – full access to rear of dash
• Flooring – carpet
• Hatch (1) natural light glow
• Hatch (2) blacked out to reduce lighting
• Headliner – white vinyl or custom cloth
• Lighting – direct, indirect and floor
• Seating facing settees
• Stereo AM/FM CD system
• Storage – under settees, V-berth, cabinets

Broker's Remarks

If you’re an Active Thunder Boats fan, then you’re in the right place. The current owner has spent over a year restoring his beloved friend’s 1998 32 CC back to her original glory. In honor of his friend, the current owner took on this project enhancing this boat back to her former glory while updating her with modern features. If you’re into poker runs or island hopping to the local hotspots, then “Ms. Rita” is sure to turn some heads. The current owner has spent over $70k alone to repower this vessel. Don’t miss this opportunity to own a completely restored classic.