2008 Cabo 38 Express Boat in San Diego, CA US
Built in 2008
38 Express
2 Engines (2x CAT C12)
38 feet
Diesel
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25K REDUCTION - CABO 38 EXPRESS - CAT C12 CATS - SEAKEEPER - TOWER - CLEAN!
This will be the next Cabo 38 Express to sell! Stunning 2008 Cabo 38 Express with best in class features including: CAT C12 Engines, SeaKeeper Stabilization, Pipe-welders Tower, 12KW Generator, Garmin Electronics, Upper Lower Bunk Configuration, Tuna Tubes, Fighting Chair and is LLC Owned. This one wont last, contact the Cabo Yachts experts today.
The 38 Express is an ideal choice for owners of smaller fishing boats who are looking to move up, as well as for owners of bigger battlewagons who are looking to move down. A precision-designed mid-sized model, she offers greater offshore comfort than an outboard-powered vessel due to her balanced weight distribution, which increases stability without compromising speed or maneuverability. She also provides all the punch of CABO's larger boats by means of her bulletproof construction and muscular twin engines. The 38 Express is an entirely new hull from the ground up. Designed by Michael Peters Yacht Design, the 38 Express has precise weight distribution, which translates to a soft, dry ride.
The CABO 38 Express is equipped with some of the finest, most powerful marine engines on the market. Youu2019ll never have a problem getting to the fish long before your competition. Our high-tech laminating technique u2013 vinylester resins are bonded with stitched biaxial reinforcement u2013 creates an incredibly strong, high-performance hull, while a vacuum-bagged core keeps the boat light and agile. Simply put, the 38 Express boasts the range and seaworthiness of a much larger sportfisher. Also, the cockpit of the 38 Express is nothing short of a bluewater angleru2019s dream. Two large-capacity, insulated fish boxes include macerators for dependable operation and easy cleanout, while a bait prep center with sink, rigging board, and loads of storage keeps your lures and tackle tidy. Four rod holders, and both fresh and saltwater washdowns, are close at hand for even more in the way of convenience. No other brand builds a sportfisher quite like CABO (get detailed information here). Take for example our previously mentioned lamination process or our unmatched electrical systems. In addition, the cabin of the 38 Express features all the first-class amenities owners have come to expect from CABO. Recessed halogen lighting, satin-finished teak cabinetry and woodwork, removable deep-pile carpet, flat-screen television, and designer fabrics and finishes are just the beginning. The forward stateroom can comfortably accommodate up to four anglers in one double berth and two overhead singles. A pair of storage lockers with horizontal racks in the stateroom ensure the no rod gets left at home. The 38 Express is an ideal choice for owners of smaller fishing boats who are looking to move up, as well as for owners of bigger battlewagons who are looking to move down. A precision-designed mid-sized model, she offers greater offshore comfort than an outboard-powered vessel due to her balanced weight distribution, which increases stability without compromising speed or maneuverability. She also provides all the punch of CABOu2019s larger boats by means of her bulletproof construction and muscular twin engines. The 38 Express is an entirely new hull from the ground up. Designed by Michael Peters Yacht Design, the 38 Express has precise weight distribution, which translates to a soft, dry ride. Highlights include but not limited to: Upper and lower bunks configuration C-12u2019s - 3487 Hours Total - New Phasor Genset 12KW u00a0- 1019 hours ( Service just Completed) New Seakeeper 5 2 - Garmin screens at Helm w/ Track pad controller 1 - New Garmin at tower - 2020 Icom VHF - 2020 Radar Chirp 42u2019 TV in salon Intellian S6 dome Starlink system with Starmounts flat mount dish. Cockpit freezer box in deck Cockpit freezer in Cockpit.u00a0 New Volvo Penta Interceptor Trim tabs. 2020 - Controls to the tower in 2019 New window gaskets installed around helm windows.Removed old ice maker and replaced with custom tackle storage box. New Salon A/C system for Salon - 2019 2- Kodiak Tuna Tubes New Pumps installed 2023 ( upgraded bilge pumps, Freshwater, Rawwater, Bait tank). Pipewelders Tower and outriggers w/ Center rigger Eisen-glass new in 2019. Perfect shape Bluewater Teak chair - refinished in 2023 LLC Owned.
HELM(2) Garmin 8212 GPS Map w/ System Controller Trackwheel, Sonar, HD Radar Simrad AP26 Auto Pilot Furuno RD 30 Repeater ICOM M504 VHF Kenwood KVH Stereo u2013 New in 2022 4 - JL Audio speakersu00a0 - new in 2019 Cat backup Control panel SEADEK installed 2022 Custom Tackle Storage box added 2020 New Wiper motors 2019u00a0 USB Charging added 2019
TOWERGarmin new in 2023 Simrad AP26 Auto pilot Added Trim tab controls Added Engine Gauges to Garmin screen Revere 6 person life raft 2 u2013 USB Charging outlets u2013 new in 2020
DECK ETC2 u2013 Kodiak Tuna Tubes 1 u2013 Bait tank 1 u2013 Blue water Teak fighting chair with ladder back, cushions and cover 1 u2013 Cockpit cover sunshade New Cockpit bolster pads u2013 2023 Cockpit freezer box w/ adjustable temp controls Cockpit fish box with freezer plate. Rebuilt Freezer control unit 2023 Sink / freshwater washdown hose Saltwater washdown Freshwater washdown 2 - Outlets for electric reels, downriggers and dredges 2 u2013 Box stereo speakers u2013 new 2023 2- Outriggers and Center rigger with 3 lines each per side. 2 lines on center rigger 2 - Cannon downrigger mounts Anchor, chain and Rode with pulpit Complete service records.
SALONStovetop Refrigerator and Freezer Sylvania Microwave with rotation rack Sink Teak Dinette Table w/ Cover Samsung 42u201dTV with locking swivel mount u2013 new in 2023 2- JL Audio Speakers u2013 New in 2019 Intellian S6 Satellite Dome Intellian Tracking box u2013 New in 2023 Starlink Internet with Starmounts flat mount Antennau00a0 Upper and lower bunks sleep 2
STATEROOMDouble birth w/ wrap around upper bunks u2013 sleeps 3 Underberth storage Clothing and rod storage
Engine Rooms(2)u00a0 Caterpillar C-12 engines, New Aftercoolers installed 2019 u2013 serviced on schedule. Recent full service just completed on Both Motors, Generator and ZF Transmissions New Phasor 12KW Generator in 2019 u2013 1019 Hours Full service Completed on Generator u2013 2/24 Seakeeper 5 Gyro Stabilizer New in 2019 u2013 800 Hours / 1000 hour service completed 2/24 Cabin A/C unit new in 2019 New Volvo Interceptor Trim Tabs u2013 2021 with Tower Controls added. New Hot Water Heater tank u2013 2019
The CABO 38 Express is equipped with some of the finest, most powerful marine engines on the market. Youu2019ll never have a problem getting to the fish long before your competition. Our high-tech laminating technique u2013 vinylester resins are bonded with stitched biaxial reinforcement u2013 creates an incredibly strong, high-performance hull, while a vacuum-bagged core keeps the boat light and agile. Simply put, the 38 Express boasts the range and seaworthiness of a much larger sportfisher. Also, the cockpit of the 38 Express is nothing short of a bluewater angleru2019s dream. Two large-capacity, insulated fish boxes include macerators for dependable operation and easy cleanout, while a bait prep center with sink, rigging board, and loads of storage keeps your lures and tackle tidy. Four rod holders, and both fresh and saltwater washdowns, are close at hand for even more in the way of convenience. No other brand builds a sportfisher quite like CABO (get detailed information here). Take for example our previously mentioned lamination process or our unmatched electrical systems. In addition, the cabin of the 38 Express features all the first-class amenities owners have come to expect from CABO. Recessed halogen lighting, satin-finished teak cabinetry and woodwork, removable deep-pile carpet, flat-screen television, and designer fabrics and finishes are just the beginning. The forward stateroom can comfortably accommodate up to four anglers in one double berth and two overhead singles. A pair of storage lockers with horizontal racks in the stateroom ensure the no rod gets left at home. The 38 Express is an ideal choice for owners of smaller fishing boats who are looking to move up, as well as for owners of bigger battlewagons who are looking to move down. A precision-designed mid-sized model, she offers greater offshore comfort than an outboard-powered vessel due to her balanced weight distribution, which increases stability without compromising speed or maneuverability. She also provides all the punch of CABOu2019s larger boats by means of her bulletproof construction and muscular twin engines. The 38 Express is an entirely new hull from the ground up. Designed by Michael Peters Yacht Design, the 38 Express has precise weight distribution, which translates to a soft, dry ride. Highlights include but not limited to: Upper and lower bunks configuration C-12u2019s - 3487 Hours Total - New Phasor Genset 12KW u00a0- 1019 hours ( Service just Completed) New Seakeeper 5 2 - Garmin screens at Helm w/ Track pad controller 1 - New Garmin at tower - 2020 Icom VHF - 2020 Radar Chirp 42u2019 TV in salon Intellian S6 dome Starlink system with Starmounts flat mount dish. Cockpit freezer box in deck Cockpit freezer in Cockpit.u00a0 New Volvo Penta Interceptor Trim tabs. 2020 - Controls to the tower in 2019 New window gaskets installed around helm windows.Removed old ice maker and replaced with custom tackle storage box. New Salon A/C system for Salon - 2019 2- Kodiak Tuna Tubes New Pumps installed 2023 ( upgraded bilge pumps, Freshwater, Rawwater, Bait tank). Pipewelders Tower and outriggers w/ Center rigger Eisen-glass new in 2019. Perfect shape Bluewater Teak chair - refinished in 2023 LLC Owned.
(2) Garmin 8212 GPS Map w/ System Controller Trackwheel, Sonar, HD Radar Simrad AP26 Auto Pilot Furuno RD 30 Repeater ICOM M504 VHF Kenwood KVH Stereo u2013 New in 2022 4 - JL Audio speakersu00a0 - new in 2019 Cat backup Control panel SEADEK installed 2022 Custom Tackle Storage box added 2020 New Wiper motors 2019u00a0 USB Charging added 2019
Garmin new in 2023 Simrad AP26 Auto pilot Added Trim tab controls Added Engine Gauges to Garmin screen Revere 6 person life raft 2 u2013 USB Charging outlets u2013 new in 2020
2 u2013 Kodiak Tuna Tubes 1 u2013 Bait tank 1 u2013 Blue water Teak fighting chair with ladder back, cushions and cover 1 u2013 Cockpit cover sunshade New Cockpit bolster pads u2013 2023 Cockpit freezer box w/ adjustable temp controls Cockpit fish box with freezer plate. Rebuilt Freezer control unit 2023 Sink / freshwater washdown hose Saltwater washdown Freshwater washdown 2 - Outlets for electric reels, downriggers and dredges 2 u2013 Box stereo speakers u2013 new 2023 2- Outriggers and Center rigger with 3 lines each per side. 2 lines on center rigger 2 - Cannon downrigger mounts Anchor, chain and Rode with pulpit Complete service records.
Stovetop Refrigerator and Freezer Sylvania Microwave with rotation rack Sink Teak Dinette Table w/ Cover Samsung 42u201dTV with locking swivel mount u2013 new in 2023 2- JL Audio Speakers u2013 New in 2019 Intellian S6 Satellite Dome Intellian Tracking box u2013 New in 2023 Starlink Internet with Starmounts flat mount Antennau00a0 Upper and lower bunks sleep 2
Double birth w/ wrap around upper bunks u2013 sleeps 3 Underberth storage Clothing and rod storage
(2)u00a0 Caterpillar C-12 engines, New Aftercoolers installed 2019 u2013 serviced on schedule. Recent full service just completed on Both Motors, Generator and ZF Transmissions New Phasor 12KW Generator in 2019 u2013 1019 Hours Full service Completed on Generator u2013 2/24 Seakeeper 5 Gyro Stabilizer New in 2019 u2013 800 Hours / 1000 hour service completed 2/24 Cabin A/C unit new in 2019 New Volvo Interceptor Trim Tabs u2013 2021 with Tower Controls added. New Hot Water Heater tank u2013 2019
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/12/26 | Initial price | $349,000 |
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Customers have shared a variety of positive impressions about the 2008 Cabo 38 Express, highlighting its exceptional build quality and performance
Many appreciate the boat's solid construction, noting the attention to detail and high-grade materials used throughout. Owners frequently mention the impressive fishing capabilities, citing the spacious cockpit and smart layout that make it ideal for both serious anglers and casual outings. The bait prep station and ample storage further enhance the fishing experience, while the powerful twin engines ensure swift movement to your favorite spots. The cabin area receives praise for its comfort and functionality, featuring well-appointed living spaces that provide a cozy retreat after a day on the water. Customers particularly enjoy the ease of navigation and the control offered by the helm, making for a smooth and enjoyable ride. Overall, the 2008 Cabo 38 Express stands out as a favorite among both leisure and sportfishing enthusiasts, with its blend of luxury and performance leaving a lasting impression on those who have the opportunity to experience it.
The Biggest Pros and Cons
2008 Cabo 38 Express Overview The Cabo 38 Express is a robust and versatile boat designed for serious fishing enthusiasts and those who enjoy high-performance cruising alike. With its sleek lines and solid construction, it has established itself as a favorite in the express category. Here’s a closer look at the pros and cons of this model:
Pros
Build Quality:
The Cabo 38 Express is renowned for its impeccable construction, incorporating high-grade materials for durability and longevity. The hull is designed to withstand harsh marine conditions, providing peace of mind while out on the water.
Performance:
Powered by twin diesel engines, the 38 Express offers impressive speed and acceleration. Its impeccable hull design ensures stability even at higher speeds, making it a joy to operate.
Fishing Features:
The boat is equipped with an array of fishing amenities, including a spacious cockpit, live wells, and ample rod storage. It also features a large fish box, making it ideal for both amateur and professional fishing trips.
Comfortable Cabin:
The interior is designed for both functionality and comfort, featuring a well-equipped galley, a cozy V-berth, and a head compartment. This makes it suitable for overnight trips and extended stays on the water.
Versatility:
Whether you're using it for fishing, cruising, or entertaining, the Cabo 38 Express adapts well to different needs thanks to its spacious layout and features.
Resale Value:
Cabo boats tend to hold their value well in the market, making the 38 Express a solid investment for boaters.
Cons
Price Point:
As a high-quality vessel, the 2008 Cabo 38 Express may come with a higher price tag compared to other boats in its class, potentially putting it out of reach for some buyers.
Fuel Efficiency:
While performance is a strong point, the twin diesel engines may not be the most fuel-efficient, particularly at higher speeds. Consideration of operational costs is essential for long-term ownership.
Space Limitations:
While spacious for a 38-foot express, some users might find the cabin and cockpit space limited when accommodating larger groups, especially on longer trips.
Maintenance:
Like any high-performance vessel, the Cabo 38 Express may require regular and sometimes costly maintenance to keep everything running smoothly.
Steep Learning Curve:
For novice boaters, the performance capabilities may require some acclimatization to handle effectively, especially when it comes to docking and maneuvering.
Made For
The 2008 Cabo 38 Express is designed for avid anglers and boaters who appreciate high performance and exceptional craftsmanship. This vessel is ideal for those who seek a versatile offshore fishing machine capable of handling the rigors of deep-sea adventures while also providing comfortable amenities for extended cruising. With its powerful twin engines, the Cabo 38 Express offers impressive speed and fuel efficiency, making it perfect for reaching distant fishing grounds quickly. Anglers will appreciate the spacious cockpit equipped with ample rod holders, a live bait well, and easy access to fishing gear. The thoughtfully designed helm provides excellent visibility and features advanced navigation and fishing electronics, catering to the needs of serious fishermen. Beyond its fishing capabilities, the cabin offers a cozy retreat with a well-appointed interior, including a fully equipped galley, comfortable seating, and sleeping accommodations for overnight trips. This boat is perfect for families and friends who want to enjoy a weekend getaway or leisurely day on the water without sacrificing performance. In summary, the 2008 Cabo 38 Express is ideal for those who are passionate about fishing, desire a strong and reliable vessel, and value luxury and comfort while at sea. Whether heading for a day of sport fishing or a weekend escape, this boat delivers an unparalleled experience.
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