2008 Sabre 42 Hard Top Express Boat in Boothbay Harbor, ME 04538 US
Built in 2008
42 Hard Top Express
2 Engines (2x Cummins)
42 feet
Diesel
Fiberglass/Reinforced
2008 Sabre 42 Hardtop Express - Slipped Away
Key Features:
- Flag Blue Awlgrip Hull - 2021
- Upgraded Garmin electronics - 2021
- Helm pod custom designed for Garmin electronics
- New lower units on Zeus drives
- New transmission coolers - 2024
- New start batteries - 2023
- New cabin A/C units and new helm deck air handlers
- Spacious single cabin layout
- Varnish on exterior in excellent shape
- Newer aft enclosure
- Updated sump pump system
- Upgraded salon dimmers
- Head hose replacement - 2021
- And more
Slipped Away is now in-the-water in Boothbay and available for showings by appointment.
For additional information please contact the Listing Broker.
Steering SystemJoystick Control
- Fusion sound system on helm deck, cockpit and main salon - 2021
- PEP Wave Router and digital cellular antenna - 2021
- Removable cockpit sunshade with stainless steel suppports
- Samsung TV in salon and owners cabin
- U-Line ice maker in pilot house - new 2022
- Iso therm freezer in engine room
- Teak decking in the cockpit
- Hot and cold fresh water cockpit shower
- Fold down, transom cockpit seating
- Splendide combo W/D
- Garmin 8624 24" MFD - 2022
- Garmin Fantom 124 Open Array Radar - 2021
- Garmin GSD 25 Advanced Sonar Module - 2021
- Garmin GT5M-THP Transducer for Down View, Side View, Med Chirp - 2021
- Airmar Depth, Speed, Temp - 2021
- Garmin Pantopix PS51 Forward Looking Transducer - 2021
- Garmin AIS 800 TX/RX - 2021
- Garmin GA 38 GPS Antenna - 2021
- Garmin Precision Auto Guidance Interface to Zeus Autopilot - 2021
- Garmin GXM 54 Weather/Sirius Audio - 2021
- ICOM VHF - 2021
- FLIR IR Nightvision Camera - 2021
- Spotlight with remote
- New Air Conditioning units for salon and forward cabin - 2022
- Flagblue Awlgrip (fair/long-boarded where needed) - 2021
- New salon LED lights with dimmers - 2022
- Upgraded freshwater pump - 2022
- New head hoses throughout system - 2022
- New Garmin electronics suite as outlined in Electronics section
- “U” settee with Hi-Lo inlaid table, able to be lowered to cocktail height or further for conversion to double
- Storage under “U” settee
- Sabre tool drawer
- Lockers outboard of berth back with louvered doors
- Sound deadening headliner panels
- Island berth with 6” foam mattress
- Drawers and locker storage under berth
- Direct access to head
- Storage lockers outboard and above berth
- Hanging locker (cedar lined) with louvered door
- Bureau with locker over
- Passageway door to main salon
- U-shaped galley to port
- Corian counter tops
- Double Scandvik stainless steel sink with single lever Scandvik faucet
- Built-in waste basket
- Drawers and locker storage below counter
- Lockers outboard and above counter
- Seaward, Gourmet 2-burner electric cook top
- Panasonic, microwave/convection oven
- Under counter, refrigerator/freezer 12VDC/120VAC
- FRP vanity sink with Delta single-lever faucet
- Corian vanity countertop
- Wood trimmed, adjustable mirror
- Circular shower stall with clear plexiglass door
- Shower seat and wet locker outboard
- Scandvik shower mixer control
- Electric shower sump pump
- Fiberglass sole with anti-skid in head compartment
- Storage lockers
- Towel bar
- Ventilation blower
- Holding tank “full” indicator
- Jabsco Quiet-Flush electric MSD (freshwater flush)
- Center opening windshield
- Sliding side windows port and starboard
- Molded control station console for electronics with storage below
- L-Settee with 3” Ultrasuede covered cushions and storage below
- Stidd 500 Series helm and mate seats
- Custom command bridge table with inlay
- Cockpit wet bar with stainless steel sink, Corian counter top and teak louvered doors
- (2) Lewmar sliding hatches in hard top with roller shades
- Start/stop rocker switches with ignition circuit breaker
- Cummins engine controls
- Zeus Joystick
- Autopilot/SkyHook control pad
- Twin Cummins Smartcraft displays
- Engine alarms (light and buzzer) for high water temperature and low oil pressure
- Trim tab controls with automatic feature
- Triple windshield wipers with washers
- 4-1/2” Ritchie Navigator compass
- Switch panel with Carlingswitch Contura rocker switches. Includes switches for horn, blower, optional synchronizer, running, anchor and instrument lights, and (3) accessories
- Cummins QSB 425 hp engines
- Zeus Drives
- Mercury Z14 four and three blade props
- 80-amp, 12-volt alternator on each engine
- Groco engine intake strainers
- Sea water cooled exhaust system with in-line mufflers and side exhaust outlets
- Engine room blower.
- White painted engine room
- Fully insulated with Soundown foam noise barrier
- Isopthalic gel coat
- Knitted, bi-axial frp laminate with end grain balsa core
- Molded-in anti-skid deck surfaces with contrasting beige color
- 1-1/4” diameter stainless steel rail system
- Fiberglass bow pulpit with double anchor roller
- Two anchor rode, fender and dock line lockers forward
- Lewmar anchor windlass with rope/chain gypsy
- (3) Hinged cockpit locker hatches with stainless gas struts
- Hinged, inward opening transom door to swim platform
- Flag staff holder and teak staff
- Lewmar Coastline polished aluminum hatches with screens
- Custom stainless steel opening ports with screens
- Navigational electronics mast on hard top
- Bow and stern chocks
- Custom stainless steel spring line chocks
- Teak toe rail
- Teak cabin side eyebrow
- Flag blue Awlgrip hull sides - 2021
- Modified “V” hull design with 16 degree deadrise at transom
- ISO-NPG Sport Yacht white gel coat and vinylester backup resin
- Knitted, bi-axial fiberglass laminates
- Vacuum-bagged Divinycell PVC foam core in running surfaces and topsides
- Foam/plywood cored fiberglass stringer system with steel caps at engine mounts
- Fiberglass swim platform with SS telescoping swim ladder
- Hull side rubbing strakes
- PVC rub rail with stainless steel cap
- Two group 31, dedicated, lead acid, engine start batteries - 2023
- Two 8D, Lifeline AGM, deep cycle ships batteries - 2020
- Battery disconnect and emergency crossover switches in engine room
- Bass illuminated main circuit breaker distribution panel 12-volt lighting system with Cantalupi Jeny overhead lights and Danish Cabin reading lights
- Cockpit courtesy lights
- 12-volt horn
- Navigation lights: side, steaming, stern and 360 degree anchor light
- Marinco Sealink 12-VDC outlet at helm
- Tinned wire used throughout
- 50-amp, 240-VAC shore power inlet and 50 ft. cord
- Bass illuminated main circuit breaker distribution panel 120-VAC outlets in each cabin and engine room. Galley, head, engine room receptacles are GFI protected
- Professional Mariner 50-amp/3-bank battery charger
- 11.5-kw Onan generator with water lift muffler, intake strainer, sound shield, transfer switch and dedicated start battery
- Reverse cycle heat/air conditioning in (3) Zones: Salon, Primary Cabin, Helm Deck
- Xantrex Freedom Inverter, 3000W Inverter Charger
- T shaped baffled aluminum fuel tank
- Racor fuel/water separators with water level alarms
- Fuel fill plate on starboard side deck
- Fuel shut-off valves in lazarette
- Electric fuel tank level indicator at helm station
- (3) Rule 2000 (2000 gph), automatic 12-VDC bilge pumps
- Fresh water spigot in engine room
- Two, roto-molded, polyethylene water tanks
- Roto-molded, polyethylene holding tank
- Marelon sea valves on thru-hull fittings below the waterline
- Marelon discharge seacock with macerator pump
- 11 gal. water heater operates on both 120-VAC and engine heat
- Temperature control valve on hot water supply
- 12-VDC hot and cold pressure water system
- Groco Paragon Junior pressure water pump with PST-1 accumulator tank
- Electric water tank level indicator
- Manual bilge pump mounted in cockpit
- Varnished cherry interior
- Teak and holly cabin soles
- Soft headliner panels in cabin, salon, galley
- Screens on all opening windows, ports and hatches
- Dovetailed maple drawers with drawer slides and push button latches
- Wood handholds throughout
- Four 2-1/2 lb. fire extinguishers
- Bonding system for protection against galvanic corrosion
- Xintex Fireboy CG2-900 automatic fire extinguishing discharge system with dual override
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 10/9/26 | Initial price | $345,000 |
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The 2008 Sabre 42 Hard Top Express has garnered positive feedback from its owners, who appreciate its blend of performance, comfort, and timeless style
Customers highlight the boat's spacious and intelligently designed interior, which features high-quality materials and a well-equipped galley, making it ideal for extended cruising or entertaining guests. Many users commend the vessel's impressive handling and stability, thanks to its well-engineered hull and powerful engine options. The hardtop design offers excellent protection from the elements, allowing for enjoyable year-round cruising. Customers also note the ample cockpit space, which is perfect for relaxation and gathering with friends and family. Overall, the Sabre 42 Hard Top Express is frequently described as a sophisticated and reliable choice for those seeking a luxurious yet practical boating experience, with many owners expressing a deep satisfaction with their investment in this classic vessel.
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2008 Sabre 42 Hard Top Express – Pros and Cons
Pros
Quality Craftsmanship: The Sabre 42 Hard Top Express is renowned for its exceptional build quality and attention to detail, reflecting the brand’s commitment to craftsmanship and durability.
Comfortable Accommodations: With spacious and well-designed interiors, this boat features a comfortable salon and luxurious sleeping quarters, making it perfect for extended cruising or entertaining guests.
Versatile Cockpit: The hardtop design enhances the cockpit experience, providing shade in sunny weather and protection during inclement conditions, while still allowing for alfresco dining and relaxation.
Strong Performance: Equipped with powerful engines, the Sabre 42 delivers impressive performance on the water, with stable handling, excellent maneuverability, and good fuel efficiency.
Stylish Design: The classic lines and elegant aesthetics of the Sabre 42 Hard Top Express make it visually appealing, combining modern touches with a timeless yacht look.
Robust Storage Solutions: Ample storage throughout the vessel, from the galley to the cockpit, allows for convenient stowing of gear, making it easier to keep the boat organized and clutter-free.
Great Docking Features: The boat often includes advanced docking systems, such as bow thrusters, which make maneuvering in tight spaces simpler and more intuitive.
Cons
Cost: The initial investment for a Sabre 42 can be higher compared to some competing models, making it potentially less accessible for budget-conscious buyers.
Limited Draft: While the design offers great stability, the draft may limit access to some shallow moorings or anchorages, restricting certain navigational options.
Maintenance Requirements: Due to its premium materials and systems, the maintenance demands can be higher, which may deter some owners looking for a low-maintenance option.
Size Constraints: While a spacious vessel, the overall length may still pose challenges for those seeking to dock in smaller slips or areas with seasonal restrictions.
Niche Market: The specific design and luxury features may appeal to a narrower market segment, making resale potentially more challenging compared to more universally popular models.
Made For
The 2008 Sabre 42 Hard Top Express is designed for discerning boaters who appreciate a blend of performance, comfort, and quality craftsmanship. Ideal for those looking to cruise in style, this vessel is perfect for both experienced sailors and families seeking memorable weekend getaways. Its robust construction and efficient design make it suitable for seasoned mariners who value reliability on the water, while its luxurious interior and spacious layout cater to all, ensuring a comfortable experience for guests and crew alike. With ample storage and versatile seating options, it appeals to individuals and families who enjoy entertaining, fishing, or simply relaxing on the water. Whether you're planning long-distance cruising or day trips along the coast, the Sabre 42 Hard Top Express offers an elegant, practical solution for those who want to elevate their boating lifestyle.
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $345,000 | $345,000 | $359,000 | $265,333 | $460,000 | $649,000 |
| Location | Boothbay Harbor | West Boothbay Harbor | Yarmouth | Yarmouth | Portland | Portland |
| Nominal Length | 42' | 42' | 38' | 29' | 40' | 42' |
| Draft | 4' | - | - | - | - | - |
| Engine Make | Cummins | Cummins | Cummins | Mercury | Cummins | Cummins |
| Total Engine Power | 425 hp | 425 hp | 380 hp | 200 hp | 380 hp | 425 hp |
| Days on Market | 0 | 586 | 106 | 552 | 0 | 0 |
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