2004 Cabo 40 Express Sold Boat in New Bedford, MA 02740 US
Built in 2004
40 Express
2 Engines (2x MAN)
40 feet
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Fiberglass/Reinforced
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| Price | $399,995 | $409,900 | $389,900 | $382,654 | $382,652 | $423,950 |
| Location | New Bedford | Quincy | New Bedford | Manchester | Manchester | Charlestown |
| Nominal Length | 40' | 48' | 39' | 29' | 29' | 40' |
| Draft | 3' | - | - | - | - | - |
| Engine Make | MAN | CUMMINS | Cummins | Mercury | Mercury | - |
| Total Engine Power | 700 hp | 540 hp | 600 hp | 250 hp | 250 hp | - |
| Days on Market | 415 | 54 | 36 | 147 | 148 | 38 |
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The 2004 40 Cabo express "KING'S RANSOM" is a fantastic example of the 40 Cabo express. Her Michael Peters hull design sets the standard by which all other boats this size are measured. She has a sharp entry with a large bow flare for a soft dry head sea ride. Her wide beam, shallow draft and partial keel make for a stable comfortable ride in both beam and following seas. Cabo build quality, fit, finish and electrical engineering is well known as best in class. Immaculate is a word used far too loosely in yacht marketing, but "KING'S RANSOM" lives up to that billing in every way. She has been FULLY PAINTED by Waterworks Yacht refinishing in Boynton Beach FL. No expense has been sparred in her upkeep. Records of MAN service, annual service and all underwater maintenance are available to qualified buyers. If you are in the market for a premium brand, meticulously maintained 40-foot express boat, your search should start and end with "KING'S RANSOM". Below please find a list of some of her factory options, customizations, and highlights.
- 700hp MAN engines Approx 1950 hours 2024/2025 2000 hours services performed
- FULL PAINT JOB by Waterworks Yacht refinishing (Awlgrip Ice Blue Hull, White topsides)
- Westerbeke generator with approx. 2700 hrs. as of 7/25 - Full generator service done March 2025, including heat exchanger, belts, impeller, and thermostat.
- Helm deck AC/ reverse cycle heat
- Custom lower profile short gap polished Aluminum Tower
- Custom lower profile polished Aluminum bow rail
- Updated 8616 Garmin multi-function display
- Updated helm deck Buckskin cushions on L lounge and helm seats
- Updated Polycarbonate/Makralon helm deck enclosure
- Custom cork board helm deck with removable helm deck carpet
- Custom padded vinyl underside of helm deck hard top
- UW lights, 2 on transom, white
- Custom VEEM props with spare Michigan set
- 2024 soda blast bottom job with annual maintenance
The cockpit of the 40 Cabo “KING’S RANSOM” is all business! Whether fishing, diving or cocktail cruising she has it all. Her 15’9” beam is very evident and there is tons of room to work and maneuver. Cockpit features include:
- Custom teak rocket launcher
- Cockpit canvas cover/ sunshade
- Updated coming pad bolsters
- Oversize tuna door w/ lift gate
- Twin macerated fish boxes
- Electric reel outlets (1) 12V (1) 24V
- Stand up bait prep and sink
- Bait freezer
- Fresh and saltwater washdown
- Transom live well
- Upgraded LED accent lighting
- Transom Faux teak wrap w/ name
Two small steps up from the cockpit brings you to the climate-controlled helm deck. She is very comfortably appointed and offers great seating and views of all the action. There is an L shaped seating area to port with updated beige buckskin ultra leather. Across to stbd is a tackle storage center with a flat top. This spot is good for a great many things. I have seen it used as a bar, Hors de orves serving, tackle and gear placement. Currently outfitted with a custom cushion and utilized as a nice, elevated seat.
Additional helm deck highlights include:
- Helm AC w/ reverse cycle heat
- Hydraulic rams for lift up engine room access
- Optional Release Marine teak helm chairs (2) Center and Stbd
- Centerline helm station
- Tackle and gear storage
- Custom corkboard helm deck with removable carpet
- Custom padded underside of the hardtop
- LED hardtop lighting
- Upgraded Makralon helm deck enclosure
- HELM ELECTRONINCS: Full complement of navigation electronics including (1) 8616 Garmin multi-function display with chart plotter and sonar capabilities, Sirius XM Weather Antenna (subscription required) AIRMAR B 175 L low chirp Sonar transducer (2) Furuno VX2 multi-function displays for chart plotter redundancy, radar and sonar, Furuno open array radar, ICOM VHF radio, Simrad Auto pilot, Siren Marine Shipboard monitoring system (APP and subscription required), motion detectors
Just to starboard of the centerline helm is a door that slides open to access the lower accommodations. Three steps down brings you in the salon/galley area. The Cabo interior finish is clean, simple, and like the rest of the boat best in class. The salon sole is solid teak and holly, a factory option, and all the cabinetry is solid satin finished teak. No high gloss milky veneer finishes like on other manufacturers. To Starboard is the L shaped ultra-leather sofa with high gloss teak table. This table is removable and then the sofa transforms into a pull-out bed and the back flips up to create a bunk. Also, to stbd aft is a large stand-up rod locker.
To port is the galley and aft is a full head. Features include:
- Corian countertops
- Solid teak cabinetry
- Side by side refrigerator / freezer
- Two burner electric cook top
- Deep sink basin
- Tons of storage
- Microwave oven
- All interior lights upgraded to LED
- UPGRADED Salon Samsung TV w/ Blue Ray DVD
- Large head and HUGE shower, factory option alternate Corian color shower sole, AC vent in head, mirror, storage, Vacuflush marine toilet w/ tank indicator light
“KING’S RANSOM” has a hard forward bulkhead and door giving separation and privacy to the Master Stateroom.
Additional highlights and features include:
- Island queen berth with storage underneath
- Custom upgraded soft goods
- Dual cedar lined hanging lockers
- Port and stbd elevated rod storage cabinets
- Solid satin finished teak woodwork with Cabo signature cross hatch vents
- Separate climate controls
- Upgraded LED lighting
- Solid teak and holly sole
“KING’S RANSOM” has a custom low profile short gap tuna tower. She has an updated GARMIN tower unit, VHF, and Auto Pilot as well as canvas cover.
The engine room on the 40 Cabo has a glassed in gel coat liner that makes clean up a breeze. Fluids, oil or dirt does not get into the fiberglass filaments and texture like other inferior finished vessels. The engine room on “KING’S RANSOM” shows exceptional, just like the rest of the vessel. She has low original hours (1950 7/25) with winter 24/25 2000-hour MAN service. Engine room access is from a helm deck day hatch or the helm deck will tilt it up for huge access on two large hydraulic rams.
Some of the engine room equipment and maintenance highlights include:
- 700 HP MAN engines
- 10 kW Westerbeke generator with approx. 2700 hrs 7/25. Full generator service completed 03/2025: heat exchanger, belts, impeller, and thermostat
- Reverso oil changing system
- Electric fuel priming pumps
- Racor fuel filters
- Emergency crash pump valve plumbed to stbd engine
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 7/24/25 | Initial price | $399,995 |
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Cabo 40 Express: BoatTEST Review
Overview
The Cabo 40 Express is a meticulously crafted fishing yacht designed for serious anglers who demand both performance and comfort. Owned by experienced fisherman Nat Kramer, this vessel combines rugged offshore capability with the amenities necessary for extended trips. Its nearly 43-foot length and 15-foot 9-inch beam provide a spacious platform that balances stability, speed, and seaworthiness, making it well suited for long runs to offshore fishing grounds such as the canyon 70 miles out.
Exterior Design and Cockpit Features
The exterior of the Cabo 40 Express emphasizes durability and functionality, beginning with a robust transom door that grants access to a large, uncluttered cockpit. Attention to detail is evident in the stainless steel hardware and uniformly oriented bolt heads, reflecting high-quality workmanship. The cockpit is lined on three sides with removable bolster cushions for comfortable stand-up fishing. Storage is abundant, including two large insole fish boxes that are guttered, gasketed, and self-draining, as well as a lazarette locker aft center providing direct access to fuel shut-off valves and rudder posts, all clearly labeled. A 48-gallon circulating live well is positioned waist-high along the transom, complemented by multiple rod storage options including in-whale rod lockers and a locker beneath the bridge deck seating. Forward in the cockpit, the fishing console to port features an optional freezer locker with cold plates, a freshwater sink, and a cutting surface, while the starboard side houses an insulated, self-draining beverage locker. The entire bridge deck raises hydraulically on two large rams for full engine access, though the activation button is somewhat inconveniently located in the starboard rod locker.
Bridge Deck and Helm
The helm station of the 40 Express is designed in a Palm Beach style with a centerline position, providing excellent visibility and control. It features single-lever electronic engine controls and classic-style gauges paired with ample space for modern electronics. The windshield is notably tall and rugged, equipped with a vent window that opens electronically for ventilation. The half tower, though requiring some agility to climb, offers expansive views both forward and aft, enhancing fishing operations. Seating on the bridge deck includes an L-shaped lounge accommodating four guests with storage beneath, plus a priority seat atop the starboard console that doubles as tackle storage, a dry locker, and houses an air conditioning vent. The captain enjoys a centerline stidd chair, a feature typically reserved for much larger yachts.
Interior Living Spaces
Below deck, the Cabo 40 Express offers comfortable accommodations with a well-appointed galley located to port. The galley is L-shaped and equipped with modern conveniences such as two under-counter refrigerators and a Panasonic microwave oven. Opposite the galley on the starboard side is an L-shaped ultra-leather lounge that converts into a large double berth via a pull-out mechanism. Forward lies the owner's stateroom, which features a centerline double berth, twin hanging lockers, and a built-in flat-screen television that complements another TV in the main salon, providing entertainment options for extended stays aboard.
Power and Performance
The Cabo 40 Express is a substantial displacement vessel weighing nearly 14 tons, yet it delivers impressive speed and handling. Its transom dead rise of 16.5 degrees creates a broad, relatively flat aft surface that enhances stability both underway and at rest. During sea trials off Montauk Point, New York, the boat achieved a top speed of 36.7 miles per hour, with a comfortable cruise speed of 29.1 miles per hour at 1750 RPM. This efficient cruising speed affords a range of approximately 316 miles from the 600-gallon fuel tank. The boat demonstrated a dry, soft ride in rough conditions and excellent stopping power when backing down on fish, never shipping water during aggressive maneuvers.
Conclusion
The Cabo 40 Express stands out as a high-quality, well-designed fishing yacht that meets the demands of serious offshore anglers. Its combination of solid construction, thoughtful details, spacious and comfortable living areas, and strong performance make it a compelling choice for those seeking a reliable and capable vessel for extended fishing adventures. The boat’s ability to deliver speed, stability, and comfort simultaneously underscores why it is gaining recognition as a flagship model within the Cabo Yachts lineup.
Overview from around the web 2004 Cabo 40 Express
Customers praise the 2004 Cabo 40 Express for its exceptional build quality and reliable performance
Many highlight its spacious and well-designed cockpit, which provides ample room for fishing and entertaining. The boat’s powerful engines deliver impressive speed and smooth handling, making it a favorite among anglers and recreational boaters alike. Additionally, owners appreciate the comfortable cabin accommodations, including a functional galley and sleeping quarters, which enhance extended trips on the water. Overall, the 2004 Cabo 40 Express is celebrated for blending sportfishing capability with cruising comfort.
The Biggest Pros and Cons
The 2004 Cabo 40 Express is a well-regarded sportfishing yacht known for its blend of performance, comfort, and fishing capabilities. Here are some of the key pros and cons of this model:
Pros
Performance: Powered by reliable diesel engines, the Cabo 40 Express offers excellent speed and fuel efficiency, making it suitable for both offshore trips and cruising.
Fishing Features: Equipped with a spacious cockpit, rod holders, and bait prep areas, it is designed with serious anglers in mind.
Build Quality: Cabo boats are known for their solid construction and attention to detail, providing durability and safety in various sea conditions.
Comfortable Interior: The cabin layout includes comfortable sleeping quarters, a well-equipped galley, and a head with shower, making extended trips more enjoyable.
Handling: The hull design offers stability and smooth handling, even in rough waters.
Cons
Maintenance Costs: Like many high-performance sportfishers, upkeep and maintenance can be relatively costly, especially as the boat ages.
Space Limitations: While comfortable, the interior space may feel compact compared to larger yachts, limiting onboard amenities.
Fuel Consumption: Although efficient for its class, fuel consumption can still be significant during high-speed runs.
Age-Related Wear: Being a 2004 model, some systems and components may require updates or refurbishment depending on prior maintenance.
Made For
The 2004 Cabo 40 Express is designed for avid anglers and boating enthusiasts who seek a high-performance sportfishing yacht. Ideal for serious fishermen, this boat offers a blend of power, durability, and comfort, making it perfect for deep-sea fishing adventures as well as leisurely cruising. Its spacious cockpit, advanced fishing features, and reliable engines cater to those who demand both functionality and style on the water. Whether you’re planning long offshore trips or weekend excursions, the Cabo 40 Express provides a versatile and dependable platform for a memorable boating experience.
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At Harbour Towne Marina, 817 NE 3rd Street, Dania Beach, FL, 33004
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