Actual Location: Huntley, IL
- Stock #[removed phone] - The King of Racing...Period Correct Restore...Own a piece of HISTORY!1974 Magnum MalteseMagnum History-Magnums were the forerunner of the Cigarette style of boats, they were built by Don Arnow...The King Of Thunder Boat Row which was located on 188th Street in North Miami Beach. Don Arnow also built Formula, Donzi, Cigarette & SquadronMagnums were the king of racing from the 60's thru the 80's and its hull design is still use today-Magnums racing boats ranged in size from 16 to 34 ft. and have a current dry weight of 5,200 lbs.-Son of the current owner of Magnum and a past owner of Cigarette boats have started a new company GTM and will build a new 27 ft. along with a 38 and 39 ft.-The new [removed phone]ft Magnum is expected to sell for $250-$275,000-Magnum is still in business and builds large yachts 45 ft.@ $2,500.000 plusCurrent Magnum Restore-This [removed phone]ft.Maltese has been restored to its racing heritage, and is period correct- This Maltese is # 48 of 100 built from [removed phone] and was re-rigged for racing in 1983-New paint with traditional paint stripingelectrical, mechanicals, dash, racing bolsters with candy striped 70's upholstery -All original or re-chromed hardware-Original name Magnum Force, last name Thriller-Originally sold to Burbank Marine in California, came east to Delaware 2007 and Illinois in 2008-Original color Tangerine, sides White top and bottom-Original engines twin Mercury 280's-All Stewart Warner mechanical gauges are original-Current gas capacity two tanks at 55 gallons each, which are under cockpit floor-Also had two forward gas tanks which have been removed-Flat cabin floor for weight reduction vs. step down, normally found in the Maltese Engine Rebuild-Merc 350's with 4 bolt mains, forged rods, solid lifters, aggressive cam 11-1 compression ratio, burns premium -Total rebuild on Starboard engine only used rollers, cam, crank, oil pan, 6 rods and pistons. Everything else is new, block bored to 30 over, along with customized Dart heads-Port engine top end reworked with improved existing Bow Tie heads-Current total hp estimated at 800 to 900 -IST time in the water on 11/10/2010, it ran flawless, 70 mph with throttle left, needs to be dialed in to see what she can really do...Flat water would do finePlease submit any and ALL offers - your offer may be accepted! Submit your offer today!At POP Yachts, we will always provide you with a TRUE representation of every vessel we market. We encourage all buyers to schedule a survey for an independent analysis. Any offer to purchase is ALWAYS subject to satisfactory survey results.Take a look at ALL ***ORIGINAL PICTURES*** of this vessel on our main website at POPYACHTS DOT COM. Thank you for visiting and we look forward to speaking with you!To view original photos and more detailed vessel specifications, please visit this listing on our main website at:https://www.popyachts.com/boats-for-sale/magnum-marine-28-maltese-82351
Accommodations:
Berth (2); Cabin Door; Cabin Lighting; Carpet
Mechanical Equipment:
Bilge Pump (2); Carbureted; Composite Construction (Fiberglass); Cooling System (RWC (raw Water Cooled)); Engine Cylinders (8 (x2)); Engine Location (Aft, Under Swim Pad); Fuel Tank (100 US GAL); Passenger Capacity (5); Propulsion (Rebuilt Twin Merc 350's (400hp)); Stabilizers (Power Hynautic); Trim Indicator; Trim Tabs
Electronics & Navigation Gear:
Compass (2 Danforth (high Speed)); Fuel Gauge; Navigation Lights
Electrical System:
ABYC Color Coded Wiring; Accessory Switches; Alternator (2); Battery (2); Battery Location (Under Back Seat); Battery Switch; Cockpit Lighting; Electric Engine Hatch; Fuel Gauge (2); Gauges; Horn; Oil Pressure Gauge; Ship's Power (12v DC); Speakers; Speedometer; Stereo (Included, Needs To Be Installed); Volt Meter; Water Pressure Gauge; Water Temperature Gauge
Deck & Hull Equipment:
Anchor; Boat Cover (2); Bolster Seat (2); Chrome Cleats; Cockpit Cover; Cockpit Shower (Bolster, Bench Seat); Fenders; Mooring Lines; Non-skid Deck; Rub Rails; Steering Wheel; Thru-bolted SS Cleats; Fire Extinguisher; Grab Rails
Additional Equipment:
Further Info on my 28 Magnum Maltese.
Updates that were done since the original write up while the boat was in Florida:
1. Replace old headers on starboard engine now a match to port side, Imco top of the line system $1.[removed phone]. Installed cabin door
3. Corrected some wiring
4. Graphics for Magnum Force, however, they can be taken off
5. Finished off some trim work
6. Has a full tank of gas 110 octane, best type of fuel you never have to stabilize it stays well in tanks for 4-5 years
7. Stored inside last four years after it was completed
8. Two covers snap on made of highest quality material and full boat cover
9. Anchor hatch and engine bay repainted with Bilge Paint
Been in Storage for the past 2 years.
2nd owner...has owned/restored boat since 2008
*** RECENT WORK COMPLETED ***
- Both transmissions and water pumps have been replaced.
- Electrical work,starter and solenoid, were replaced
*** THIS REP HAS NOT BEEN ABOARD THIS VESSEL. ALL INFO AND PHOTOS HAVE BEEN PROVIDED BY THE SELLER. IT IS ADVISED THAT YOU INSPECT AND HIRE A CERTIFIED SURVEYOR TO PROVIDE YOU WITH AN ACCURATE REPORT OF THE STATE OF THIS VESSEL ***
Engine(s):
Fuel Type: Diesel
Engine Type: Other
Quantity: 2
Draft: 18 ft. 0 in.
Beam: 7 ft. 11 in.
Fuel tank capacity: 110
Speed max: 80
