2008 Cabo 38' _{(11.58 m)} 38 Express

MECHANICAL & SYSTEMS – MAJOR OVERHAUL

• Full engine service on both Caterpillar C-12s (715 hp) (2024)
• New turbo cartridge on starboard engine (housing retained) (2023)
• New aftercoolers (2025)
• Engine room fully detailed (2025)
• Shafts and props balanced (2025)
• Bottom job completed (2024)
• New brass below-waterline fittings & intake screens (major replacement)
• New hot water heater (2019)
• New Volvo Penta Interceptor trim tabs (2020)
• Phasor 12kW generator (2019) – serviced 2024
• Seakeeper 5 Gyro (installed 2019, serviced 2024)
• Upgraded bilge, freshwater, raw water & bait pumps (2023)
• Installed watermaker
• Installed ice chipper
• Installed offshore 110-gallon bait tank (2024)
• Two Hooker bait pumps (new bait system) (2024)

HELM & ELECTRONICS

• Full new Garmin navigation suite (2023)
• (2) Garmin 8212 GPSMAP displays + trackpad controller (2023)
• Garmin tower display (2023)
• Furuno sonar system (added upgrade)
• Furuno RD30 repeater
• Simrad AP26 autopilot (helm + tower)
• Icom M504 VHF + new VHF antennas (2023)
• CAT backup control panel
• USB ports at helm
• Full LED lighting conversion throughout (2023)
• Custom 48" forward-facing LED bar (2023)
• (2) 30" side LED bars (port & starboard) (2023)
• Baja Designs cockpit LED package (2023)
• Underwater lights (2023)
• New wiper motors (2019)
• Kenwood/KVH stereo (2022)
• Fusion stereo system + Fusion speakers (cockpit, bridge, tower)
• JL Audio speakers (interior & helm 2019)
• Intellian S6 satellite dome + tracking box (2023)
• Starlink with Starmounts flat-mount dish
• SEADEK helm deck (2022)
• Custom tackle storage box (2020)
• New helm window gaskets (2019)
• Starlink HD (2024)

TOWER

• Garmin tower screen (2023)
• Engine gauges, trim tab controls & autopilot
• USB chargers
• Pipewelders tower & outriggers
• Repainted tower bucket (2024)
• Revere 6-person life raft (repacked)

COCKPIT & FISHING SYSTEMS

• (2) Kodiak tuna tubes (new pumps 2023)
• 110-gallon offshore bait tank (2024)
• Dual Hooker bait pumps (new system 2024)
• Cockpit freezer + in-deck freezer box
• Fishbox w/ freezer plate (rebuilt control unit 2023)
• Fresh & saltwater washdowns
• Sink + rigging center
• Outlets for electric reels/dredges
• Release Marine rocket launcher (installed 2024)
• Pipewelders outriggers + center rigger (rigged for 3 lines/side)
• Cockpit shade
• Cockpit bolster pads (new 2023)
• Underwater LEDs for night fishing

SALON & INTERIOR

• Stovetop, refrigerator, freezer, sink
• Sylvania microwave
• Teak dinette table w/ cover (faux teak upgrade installed)
• Samsung 42" TV (2023)
• LED TV + upgraded LED lighting throughout
• JL Audio interior speakers (2019)
• New carpet in salon
• Wallpaper added throughout interior
• Updated cabin AC system (2019)
• Custom rod storage behind salon sofa (2024)

FORWARD STATEROOM

• Double berth w/ wrap-around upper bunks (sleeps 3)
• Rod lockers + clothing lockers
• Under-berth storage
• Teak cabinetry throughout
• New soft Goods

MECHANICAL & ENGINE ROOM

• Twin Caterpillar C-12 715 hp engines (3650 hours)
• Full engine service completed (2024)
• New turbo cartridge on starboard engine (2023)
• New aftercoolers (2019)
• Engine room detailed to professional standards (2025)
• Shafts and props balanced (2024)
• Bottom job completed (2024)
• New brass below-waterline fittings & intake screens (2024)
• Phasor 12 kW generator (2019) – fully serviced
• Seakeeper 5 Gyro (2019, serviced 2024)
• New Volvo Penta Interceptor trim tabs (2020)
• New hot water heater (2019)
• Upgraded bilge, raw water, freshwater & bait pumps (2023)
• Watermaker installed (2023)
• Ice chipper installed (2024)
• 110-gallon offshore bait tank (2024)
• Dual Hooker bait pumps (2024)

DECK & EXTERIOR

• Repainted window frame (2024)
• New cockpit bolsters (2023)
• Non-skid decks + SEADEK at helm
• Anchor, chain & rode with pulpit
• Custom forward & side LED light bars (2024)

HIGHLIGHTS & NOTABLE UPGRADES

• Twin Caterpillar C-12 (715 hp) – complete service (2024)
• Seakeeper 5 Gyro – installed 2019, serviced 2024
• Phasor 12kW generator (2019) – fully serviced
• Full Garmin electronics package + Furuno sonar
• Dual Hooker pump bait system + 110-gallon offshore tank
• Watermaker + Ice chipper installed
• New refrigeration systems throughout (cockpit, fridge, freezer)
• Extensive LED lighting upgrades, including underwater & forward bars
• Starlink + Intellian S6HD satellite TV (2024)
• New upholstery, carpets, wallpaper & interior finishes (2024)
• Engine room detailed, shafts & props balanced, bottom job completed
• Release Marine rocket launcher installed (2024)

BROKER’S REMARKS

This 38 Cabo Express stands out from other boats on the market due to its comprehensive mechanical and systems overhaul, top-tier electronics, unmatched bait capacity, and long-range fishing upgrades. With a Seakeeper, watermaker, ice chipper, Starlink, and a premium bait system, she is equipped for multi-day offshore trips and tournament-level fishing. Her interior and exterior cosmetic upgrades make her equally impressive for cruising and guest comfort. A rare opportunity to acquire a truly turnkey Cabo 38 with all the right equipment and recent major services already completed.

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