2026 Monterey Elite 27 OB

The right boat should make a full Tampa Bay day feel effortless-leave the dock with confidence, cruise comfortably across open water, and give everyone onboard space to relax once you arrive.

Many experienced owners reach a point where their current boat begins to limit the day. Seating becomes tight when friends join, the entertainment space feels restricted, and longer outings require more planning than they should. The 2026 Monterey Elite 27 OB Bowrider replaces those compromises with a layout designed to support larger groups, longer outings, and smooth cruising across Tampa Bay.

The deep-V hull with 21° deadrise helps maintain predictable handling when afternoon chop builds across the bay. Combined with an 8'10" beam, the boat provides stable movement throughout the cockpit and bow while maintaining the running performance expected from a modern outboard bowrider. The hull design balances open-water confidence with a draft that still allows access to sandbars and shallow coastal areas around St. Petersburg and Clearwater.

At the helm, the Simrad 15" ultra-wide display integrates navigation, switching, and stereo control into a single interface. This simplifies operation and keeps the helm clean and organized while underway. Power-assisted steering, trim tab indicators with auto-retract, and adjustable helm seating support confident control whether running across the bay or maneuvering in tight marina spaces.

The cockpit layout is built for real hosting. Dual carry-on coolers, a wet bar with sink and storage, and a large cockpit table allow the boat to transition easily from cruising to entertaining. The fiberglass hardtop provides consistent shade, while RGB cockpit lighting and underwater lights extend the experience into evening waterfront cruising around St. Pete.

Seating throughout the boat adapts as the day changes. The forward bow seating supports relaxed conversation during cruises, while the aft sunpad with articulating backrests converts into multiple lounging positions once anchored. In-floor storage keeps gear organized and out of the way so the cockpit remains open and usable.

An enclosed head compartment with vanity, sink, and pump-out porta-potti helps extend time on the water without forcing early returns to the dock. Dedicated water and waste capacity allow couples or families to stay out longer while keeping onboard comfort simple and manageable.

Thunder Marine ensures ownership stays straightforward from the first day. Delivery includes a complete walkthrough so every system is understood before leaving the dock, and ongoing service support remains local in St. Petersburg.

Meet with Thunder Marine to walk through this exact configuration, understand how it fits Tampa Bay use, and review delivery and long-term support.
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Ownership with Thunder Marine

• Local service access in St. Petersburg without long scheduling delays

• Clear delivery orientation to reduce the learning curve of a new boat

• Ongoing support from a team experienced with Monterey systems

• One point of contact for maintenance planning and ownership guidance

Key Specs

• Length Overall w/ Engines: 30'4"

• Length Overall w/ Swim Platform: 27'8"

• Beam: 8'10"

• Deadrise: 21°

• Draft (Engine Up): 18"

• Draft (Engine Down): 36''

• Fuel Capacity: 100 gallons

• Water Capacity: 8 gallons

• Waste Capacity: 11 gallons

• Bridge Clearance w/ Hardtop: 8'4"

• Max Power: 425 HP

• Passenger Capacity: Yacht Certified (10 CE)

Features

Helm & Navigation

• Simrad 15" ultra-wide GPS/chartplotter with integrated switching and stereo controls for simplified operation

• Power-assisted tilt steering for easier maneuvering and reduced fatigue

• Trim tab indicators with auto-retract for balanced running attitude

• Wireless phone charging and USB/12V outlets for device power

Cockpit & Entertaining

• Fiberglass hardtop with integrated RGB lighting for shade and evening use

• Wet bar with sink, faucet, trash receptacle, and storage for hosting

• Fusion Apollo RA770 stereo with JL speakers, subwoofer, and amplifier for full-range sound

• Dual 45-quart carry-on coolers for additional beverage storage

• Cockpit table with pedestal and multiple mounting locations

Seating & Layout

• Adjustable port and starboard helm seats with swivel bases, sliders, and flip-up bolsters

• Slide-out cooler storage beneath helm seating

• Bow seating area designed for social cruising and lounging

• Aft sunpad with articulating backrest and storage compartments

• Walk-through transom door for safer boarding and water access

Head Compartment

• Enclosed head with marine mat flooring

• Vanity with a solid surface top, sink, and pull-out sprayer

• Pump-out porta-potty toilet

• Opening the portlight with the screen for ventilation

Hull & Systems

• Vinylester barrier coat to support long-term hull durability

• Heavy-duty rub rail with stainless insert for docking protection

• Pull-up stainless cleats for secure lines without deck obstruction

• Molded swim platform with telescoping recessed ladder

• Automatic bilge pumps and water-separating fuel filtration

• Dual battery system with charger and emergency parallel