2004 Sabre 426Sold
$279,500
Boat in Santa Barbara, CA 93109 US
Built in 2004
426
1 Engine (Yanmar)
43 feet
Diesel
Fiberglass/Reinforced
White Rose is a beautiful Jim Taylor designed very highly-optioned 2004 Sabre 426 with a low-hour (616 hours) Yanmar diesel engine. She has the hard-to-find and sought after deep keel for better performance. Her interior layout has two staterooms and one head. The headroom on this Sabre is 6' 4". Other notable items in her inventory are: newer B&G electronics and an extensive sail inventory. Newer standing rigging. Hydrovane wind vane as well as a Hydro-generator.
This turn-key performance blue water cruiser is outfitted to take you anywhere in the world safely and in style.
- 6' 6" head room in main salon
- 6"4" headroom forward
- Queen Berth is 6' 10" long in forward stateroom
- The (2) single settee berths in the main salon are 6' 5" in length
- The aft cabin double berth is 6' 10" in length
- Fold-down teak Dinette table
- Large cedar lined hanging lockers with lights in forward and aft cabins
- Forward head with separate stall shower
- Scanvik polished ss double galley sink
- Propane Force 10 stove with oven and broiler and custom stove top cutting board
- Microwave
- Double refrigerator both top and front loading
- SS companionway hand rail
- (6) 10" deck cleats
- Self-draining foredeck anchor locker w/ss pad eye to secure the dead end of the anchor rhode
- Dyneema double life lines with ss Johnson terminals as well as turnbuckles
- Polished ss bow and stern pulpits
- Lifeline gates port and starboard w/braced stanchions
- Solid teak toe rails
- Lewmar Ocean elctric bow windlass (gear box and motor are brand new)
- Custom polished ss bow anchor roller
- Navtec hydraulic backstay (serviced 2022)
- Sarca Excel anchor with combination rope/chain rode
- Fortress FX-24 kedge anchor with rope/chain rode
- Inboard recessed Genoa tracks w/adjustable lead system
- Outboard T-Tracks with Lewmar lead blocks
- Staysail lead blocks on T-Track.
- Control lines as well as halyards lead to cockpit
- Folding pad eyes for jack lines
- 2 x Lewmar #58 self-tailing primary winches
- 2 x Lewmar #45 ST secondary winches
- 2 x Lewmar #46 halyard winches on cabin top
- Harken Unit III Genoa roller furler for Genoa and small jib
- Polished ss retractable transom swim ladder
- Low hour (650 hours)Yanmar 55 horse power diesel engine. Model 4JH3E 4 cylinder.
- Engine exhaust elbow replaced (2024)
- Balmar XT-DF-170 high output alternator
- Wakespeed WS500 regulator
- 60 gallon custom aluminum fuel tank
- Racor fuel filter/water separator
- Raw water intake strainer
- Engine compartment exhaust blower
- Engine compartment light
- Complete engine access provided by sound & heat insulated removable panels
- Tachometer, hour meter, oil, fuel and temp gauges in cockpit
- Hi-ProDrive ML40 hydraulic autopilot actuator (2023)
- Edson Model 402 wheel steering with 42" leather covered destroyer wheel, pedestal guard & brake
- Emergency tiller
- Balanced rudder bonded to carbon fiber rudder post
- Tides Marine top rudder bearings
- Rudder lip-seal replaced (2025)
- Hydrovane wind vane / emergency rudder
- Rudder was rebuilt on original carbon fiber rudder stock (2021)
- (4) house AGM deep cycle batteries
- (1) engine start AGM battery
- Balmar SG200 battery monitor
- Blue Seas auto charging relay w/manual control
- 110V shore power system. GFI protected in galley, & aft cabin
- SmartPlug shore power cord
- Master AC/DC panels located near nav station
- 12 volt outlet at nav station and aft cabin
- Cabin courtesy lights
- Xantrex inverter / charger
- (2) 100 watt Sunpower dodger mounted solar panels (2025)
- Watt & Sea cruising 200 hydrogenerator
- IridiumGO antenna
- Merveille radar detector anti-collision system
- Vesper XB800 AIS w/VHF antenna splitter
- B&G Halo 20 radar on Scanstrut pole with self-leveling mount
- B&G Zeus 3s 12"chart plotter at nav station
- B&G Zeus 3s 9" chart plotter at helm Scanstrut rotating mount
- ICOM IC-M502 VHF radio with DSC function at chart table and second, remote microphone in cockpit
- Ritchie Powerdamp 5" binnacle compass
- B&G NMEA backbone (2025) and wind instrument mast cable (2022)
- B&G Edge processor, wind instruments, speed, depth, temp transducer (2025)
- Precision compass NAC_2 autopilot controller with remote control (2025)
- NMEA 2000 electronic barometer networked with chart plotters
- Ullman Sails Dacron mainsail w/3 reefs (2021)
- Ullman Sails Dacron staysail (2022)
- Ullman Sails CDX cruise high clew 120% Genoa (2022)
- Doyle Sails laminate 95% jib (2020)
- Rolly Tasker storm jib (unused) 2025
- Precision sails custom cruise spinnaker with ATN dousing sock (2024)
- Custom spinnaker net
- Hall Spars aluminum mast and boom with triple spreaders, masthead rig with white painted finish
- Upgraded boom bales (2022)
- SS rod standing rigging & turn buckles replaced (2022)
- Forespar carbon fiber spinnaker pole stored on mast track
- Custom inner forestay fitting mounted through deck to anchor bulkhead
- Synthetic (DUX) removable inner forestay with Dyneema running backstays
- Hall QuickVang solid boom vang with purchase
- Harken MKIII roller furler (rebuilt 2025)
- Navtec Integral hydraulic backstay adjuster (rebuilt 2022)
- Recessed inboard genoa tracks with Garhauer adjustable sheet lead blocks
- Toe rail mounted external genoa tracks with Lewmar lead blocks
- Staysail tracks with Garhauer lead blocks
- Boom and preventer system
- Five-part main sheet with Lewmar Ocean Racing blocks led to ball bearing cabin top traveler
- Halyards (main, genoa, staysail), mainsheet, clew and tack reefing lines, outhaul, vang, spinnaker halyards (2)
- Wichard fold down pad eyes for jacklines on combing and in cockpit
- Amsteel jacklines with webbing coverlings
- (2) Lewmar Ocean #58 self-tailing primary winches
- (2) Lewmar Ocean #48 electric self-tailing winches on starboard cabin top
- (2) Lewmar EVO #45 self-tailing secondary winches
- Custom Sabre tool drawer with tools
- Weems & Plath brass case clock and barometer
- Ritchie Powerdamp 5" binnacle type compass with LED light
- (5) large fenders
- (6) pack Type II PFDs
- Lifesling
- All service records available
- All manuals aboard
- Takakat 300LX dinghy with Tahatsu 5ph propane outboard
- Ocean ISO 4-person life raft
- Flex-o-fold folding three bladed propeller
- Bottom painted at KKMI (June 2025)
- Raritan manual flush head with macerator pump
- Pressurized hot and cold water
- Diesel Espar hydronic heating and hot water with summer hot water only valve
- Macerator pump for holding tank
- 110V immersion heater element for shore side hot water heating
- Automatic Rule electric bilge pump (spare replacement pump)
- Manual cockpit-mounted bilge pump
- Johnson Bilge Alert flood alarm
- Marelon flush thru-hulls with sea valves
- Spare through hull under V-berth available for a water maker intake
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 1/29/26 | Initial price | $279,500 |
Overview from around the web 2004 Sabre 426
Customers praising the 2004 Sabre 426 often highlight its exceptional craftsmanship and timeless design
Many appreciate the spacious and well-appointed interior, noting the quality of the woodwork and comfortable accommodations that make extended cruising enjoyable. The boat's solid construction and reliable performance under sail receive frequent commendations, with owners emphasizing its stability and responsiveness. Additionally, reviewers value the thoughtful layout of the cockpit and deck, which enhance safety and ease of handling. Overall, the 2004 Sabre 426 is celebrated for combining classic elegance with practical functionality, making it a beloved choice among sailing enthusiasts.
The Biggest Pros and Cons
The 2004 Sabre 426 is a well-regarded sailboat known for its blend of performance, comfort, and craftsmanship. Here are some of the key pros and cons of this model:
Pros
Elegant Design: The Sabre 426 features classic lines combined with a modern hull shape, offering both aesthetic appeal and efficient sailing performance.
Solid Construction: Built with high-quality materials and attention to detail, this model is known for its durability and seaworthiness.
Spacious Interior: The layout provides comfortable accommodations with ample storage, making it ideal for extended cruising.
Good Sailing Performance: The boat handles well under sail, with balanced helm and responsive handling, suitable for both cruising and club racing.
Well-Equipped: Typically comes with a comprehensive set of standard features and options that enhance onboard comfort and convenience.
Cons
Higher Price Point: Compared to some other boats in its category, the Sabre 426 can be more expensive to purchase and maintain.
Heavier Displacement: While contributing to stability and comfort, the boat’s weight may result in slightly reduced speed in lighter wind conditions.
Limited Cockpit Space: The cockpit, while functional, may feel a bit tight for larger crews or when entertaining guests.
Older Electronics: Depending on the specific boat and upgrades, some systems and electronics may be dated and require updating.
Made For
The 2004 Sabre 426 is designed for sailing enthusiasts who value a blend of performance, comfort, and classic craftsmanship. Ideal for couples or small families seeking a spacious and well-appointed cruiser, this yacht offers a perfect balance of easy handling and elegant design. Whether you're planning coastal cruising or extended voyages, the Sabre 426 caters to sailors who appreciate quality construction, thoughtful details, and a reliable, seaworthy vessel.
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Contact The Chandlery Yacht Sales about 2004 Sabre 426
125 Harbor Way No 3, Santa Barbara, CA, 93109
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125 Harbor Way No 3, Santa Barbara, CA, 93109
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