2008 Sabre 42 Hard Top Express
$405,000
Boat in West Boothbay Harbor, ME 04575 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 and available for showings by appointment.
For additional information please contact the Listing Broker.
- 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 6/28/25 | Initial price | $405,000 |
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Customers praise the 2008 Sabre 42 Hard Top Express for its exceptional craftsmanship and timeless design
Owners appreciate the spacious and well-appointed interior, which offers both comfort and functionality for extended cruising. The hardtop provides excellent protection from the elements while maintaining great visibility, making it ideal for all-weather boating. Many highlight the boat's solid performance and smooth handling, attributing it to Sabre's renowned build quality. Overall, the Sabre 42 Hard Top Express is celebrated for combining elegance, durability, and practical features that enhance the boating experience.
The Biggest Pros and Cons
The 2008 Sabre 42 Hard Top Express is a well-regarded cruiser known for its quality craftsmanship and comfortable design. Here are some of the pros and cons associated with this model:
Pros
Solid Construction: Built with high-quality materials and attention to detail, ensuring durability and longevity.
Hard Top Design: Provides excellent protection from the elements while allowing for open-air enjoyment when desired.
Spacious Layout: The interior offers ample living space with comfortable accommodations for extended cruising.
Performance: Equipped with reliable engines that provide a smooth and stable ride, suitable for coastal and offshore cruising.
Handling: Known for responsive and confident handling, making it enjoyable to operate.
Classic Styling: Timeless design that combines elegance with functionality.
Well-Equipped: Often comes with a range of standard features and options that enhance comfort and convenience.
Cons
Fuel Efficiency: Like many boats in its class, fuel consumption can be relatively high, impacting operating costs.
Limited Cockpit Space: The hard top and design may reduce open cockpit area compared to open express models.
Maintenance: As a high-quality vessel, maintenance and upkeep can be more involved and potentially costly.
Age Considerations: Being a 2008 model, some components may require updating or refurbishment depending on prior care.
Access: The hard top and cabin layout can sometimes limit ease of movement on deck compared to more open designs.
Made For
The 2008 Sabre 42 Hard Top Express is designed for discerning boaters who seek a perfect blend of performance, comfort, and style. Ideal for couples or small families, it caters to those who enjoy coastal cruising, weekend getaways, or extended trips with a focus on quality craftsmanship and thoughtful design. Whether you're an experienced captain or a passionate enthusiast, this vessel offers a luxurious and reliable platform for creating memorable time on the water.
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Contact DiMillo's Yacht Sales about 2008 Sabre 42 Hard Top Express
One Long Wharf, Portland, ME, 04101
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One Long Wharf, Portland, ME, 04101
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