1972 Riva Rudy

The 1972 Riva Rudy is a wooden-hulled utility open boat powered by a single 190-horsepower Crusader gasoline engine. Capable of 36 knots at top speed and 28 knots cruising, it measures 19.26 feet in length with a 7.15-foot beam. Designed by architect Barilani, the boat features a deep walkaround cockpit and retains mahogany details including side handrails and a storage shelf positioned behind the helm seat, combining both function and refinement.

This is the first example built in the series and was constructed entirely in wood rather than the fiberglass originally planned for the model. The boat's versatile design suits use as a tender or for water sports including water skiing and fishing. A defining feature is the deep, safely walkable cockpit that runs the width of the boat.

The boat has undergone comprehensive restoration work including a new deck, new hull bottom, new transom, new deck hardware, and hull resin coating applied with West Epoxy System. The engine and transmission were fully disassembled and overhauled, and a new Edelbrock carburetor was installed. The boat comes equipped with a dual-axle transport trailer and has been maintained in excellent condition since restoration.