2006 Cabo 45 Express

The 2006 Cabo 45 Express is a formidable sportfishing vessel, celebrated for its robust construction and exceptional offshore capabilities. Cabo Yachts has long been a respected name in the sportfishing community, known for building high-performance boats that withstand the rigors of the sea. The 45 Express, in particular, is a favorite among serious anglers who demand durability and reliability. This vessel features a deep-V hull design that ensures a smooth and stable ride, even in challenging conditions, making it ideal for offshore sportfishing and tournament fishing. With a length overall of 45 feet and a beam of 15 feet, it offers a spacious cockpit that is perfect for all your fishing activities. Inside, you'll find two cabins and a head, providing comfortable accommodations for weekend cruising or family outings focused on fishing. However, potential buyers should be aware of some common issues reported by owners, such as air conditioning performance under heavy use and occasional electrical system problems. Despite these considerations, the Cabo 45 Express remains a top choice for experienced anglers who prioritize performance and durability. Located in Stuart, Florida, this vessel is competitively priced at $499,000, offering a strong value proposition given its reputation and capabilities.

Built by Cabo Yachts, the 45 Express offers serious sport-fishing and cruising. Owners and captains alike praise the 45' for its structural integrity, systems, and durability. With a deep-V modified hull, a wide 15’8″ beam and robust build quality, it handles rough water with confidence—giving both offshore capability and smooth rides near to shore. The layout is well equipped featuring a large cockpit with serious fishing amenities plus comfortable accommodations below making it versatile for both serious fishing and family weekend runs. FORWARD CABIN & GUEST STATEROOM - The forward cabin features a fore-and-aft queen-size berth, offering generous space on both sides for easy bed-making and convenient access to Cabo’s signature rod storage cabinetry, complete with crosshatch ventilation panels. On the port side, the guest stateroom includes two wide berths, a storage locker, and an overhead Lewmar hatch equipped with a screen and blackout shade for added comfort and privacy. GALLEY & HEAD - The galley and full head with shower are outfitted with Corian countertops, custom sea rails, and Moen fixtures, combining functionality with elegant design. SALON - Guests will appreciate the extra-large settee on the salon’s port side, providing a comfortable space to relax and socialize. HELM STATION - The helm of the Cabo 45 Express reflects the vessel’s generous size, offering ample space for both the pilot and guests to enjoy a comfortable ride. The custom-designed fiberglass console is both functional and stylish, while the ultra-leather upholstery provides a durable yet luxurious touch. Visibility is a priority, with a large three-pane windshield equipped with oversized wipers on each pane to ensure clear sightlines in all conditions. An electrically operated center vent comes standard, enhancing airflow and comfort at the helm. POWER AND PERFORMANCE • Engines: Twin MAN V10-1100 Diesels (1100 HP each) • Transmission: ZF510A, Ratio 1.774:1 • Generator: Westerbeke 15kW (4-cylinder, freshwater cooled, 4,991 hours 10-2025) • Watermaker: Village Marine Tec • Fuel Capacity: 835 gallons (2 fiberglass tanks) • Water Capacity: 100 gallons • Holding Tank: 27 gallons TOWER • 10-step anodized aluminum tower • Fiberglass non-skid deck • Fiberglass hardtop with two GPS antennas • Ritchie compass • Garmin open array radar scanner (hardtop) • Stainless steel steering wheel • Rexroth electronic engine controls • Garmin card reader • GHP reactor autopilot head • ICOM IC-M506 VHF radio • Dual horn trumpets • 360° anchor light on underside of console • ACR searchlight and control • Garmin autopilot • Two 8612 Garmin touch screen units • Two VHF antennas DECKS AND SUPERSTRUCTURE • Fiberglass with molded non-skid • Two fuel fills starboard, one forward and one aft • Waste outlet, starboard forward • Water fill, starboard forward • Lewmar anchor windlass with approximately 20’ and 200’ of 3/4" nylon rode and two deck switches • 35-lb plow anchor • Bow pulpit with anchor roller • Aluminum bow rails and stanchions • Two forward mooring cleats • Two forward spring cleats • Two aft spring cleats • Four deck hatches • Saltwater washdown fitting in locker, port at bow • Aluminum double-spreader outrigger, port and starboard on hardtop • Navigation light, port and starboard and aft, flush mounted in hardtop COCKPIT • Fiberglass deck with molded non-skid • Recessed gunwale rod holders, two port and two starboard • Under-gunwale lockers, port and starboard • Transom livewell with lights • Lumitek Maxillume H120 LED spreader lights with Newmar converter • Underwater transom lights • Aft mooring cleats with hawse pipes, port and starboard • Pedestal mounted rocket launcher • Bolster padding • Transom door with breakaway gunwale section, starboard • 50-amp cablemaster, starboard • Molded step, port and starboard to side decks • Storage box starboard with locker below • Switches to baitwell, fish boxes, washdown • Freshwater washdown, starboard • Seawater washdown, port • Two steps up to forward cockpit area • Freezer, port • Sink with spray hose and cutting board, centerline • Tackle locker with three drawers below sink • Entrance to engine room • Two lights in hardtop overhang LAZARETTE • Fishbox, port and starboard • Livewell pump • Seawater washdown pump • Hydraulic steering actuator • Autopilot feedback sensor • Trim tab reservoir and control unit • Two electric/automatic bilge pump with float switches • Macerator fishbox drain pump, port and starboard • Fiberglass fuel tank [400 gallons] • Reverso fuel polisher FORWARD COCKPIT • Hardtop with recessed lights • Fiberglass deck with molded nonskid • Full enclosure curtains • Center-opening windscreen • Cabinetry, starboard, with 3-drawer locker • L-shaped benchseat, port, with: • Rod storage • Air conditioning handler HELM • Helm deck A/C • L shaped lounge port side/aft with lockable rod storage below • Sliding companion way door and fiberglass sea hood • Fusion Stereo with JL audio amp • JL audio speakers with volume control • Stidd helm and companion chairs • Stainless steel steering wheel • Canvas console cover • Palm Beach Pod mounted single lever controls • Chrome bronze helm wheel • Ritchie Powerdamp Plus compass • Rexroth electronic clutch and throttle controls • Trim tab controls • Three (3) bilge pump switches • Engine ignition, start and stop • Horn switch • Windlass up/down switch • Engine room blower switch • Engine room temperature alarm indicators, port and starboard • Fuel transfer control panel with indicator light • ACR search light control • Sea Fire fixed fire suppression system override panel with override switch and indicators • Two fuel gauges • ICOM IC-M506 VHF radio • Sliding door to salon entrance • Two MAN digital engine displays • Garmin MAP 8215, 8612, 8612 • MAN back-up engine controls • Two Miya Epoch US-9 electronic teaser reels in locker over helm chair • Garmin autopilot ENGINE ROOM • Sea Fire 30.31-lb FM200 cylinder, tag February 2024 • Reverso oil exchange pump • Two electric/automatic bilge pumps • Leeson fuel transfer pump • Blower, port and starboard • Three dual lamp fluorescent light fixtures with safety lenses • Air conditioning raw water circulating pump • Tides Marine dripless shaft seals, port and starboard, with larger alignment • Fiberglass muffler to generator • Racor fuel filter to generator • Dual Racor fuel filters to each engine • Hydraulic steering reservoir with pressure gauge • Autopilot drive pump • Two Dometic air conditioning compressors • Refrigeration compressor unit • Newmar 24-volt battery charger • Six Odyssey Group 31 12-volt maintenance free batteries, centerline forward • Diverter valve off of starboard engine raw water intake for emergency bilge pump capabilities • Four vaporproof battery cutoff switches [port and starboard engine, generator, house] • Discharge-of-oil-plaque • 2-step entry ladder • Fuel priming pumps with isolation valves, port and starboard • Galvanic isolator, starboard • Village Marine Tec watermaker • Two raw water circulating pumps to refrigerator/Eskimo • Eskimo ice chipper • High water alarm switch • Shore power main inlet breaker MAIN CABIN • Teak and holly sole with carpet overlay • Vinyl overhead with recessed lights • Overhead hatch with screen • Overhead lights, aft over sofa • L-shaped sofa, port • Generator set control panel, aft, with: • Water temperature • Volts • Oil pressure • 4534.8 hours on meter • A.C./D.C. electrical panel, aft • VDO fresh water tank level gauge • Roku Smart TV 40” • Orion Alert/Locate marine signal kit HOLD BELOW MAIN CABIN • Polyethylene 27.5-gallon holding tank • Holding tank discharge pump • Head vacuum tank and pump • Headhunter Mach 5 freshwater pressure pump with inline filter • Electric/automatic bilge pump • High water alarm switch • Shower sump tank with pump • D.C. light with lens • Fiberglass fuel tank below sole, aft • Fiberglass water tank aft under sole, forward • D.C. freshwater pump GALLEY • Starboard in main cabin • Teak and holly sole with carpet overlay • Corian counter • 2-burner Kenyon stovetop with cover • Molded sink • Single lever spigot with spray nozzle on retractable hose • Storage in steps to helm with access to forward fuel tank fill plate • Recessed waste container in top step to helm • Garbage disposal • Custom deep well freezer, aft flush in counter • Panasonic microwave • Waste discharge information plaque • Cruisair SMX air conditioning control • Seven storage cabinets above counter • Outboard storage with mirrored sliding doors • Two Sub-Zero under counter refrigerator drawers • 10BC dry chemical fire extinguisher HEAD • Molded sole • Vanity with Corian counter with molded sink with hot and cold water faucets • Vacuflush head with overhead light • Three lights over sink • Mirrored doors to medicine locker Two lockers below sink • Plexiglas shower enclosure with curved Plexi door • Single lever shower faucet with wall mounted head and overhead light • Overhead hatch with screen • Tank Watch 4 level monitor to holding tank BOW STATEROOM • Teak and holly sole with carpet overlay • Vinyl overhead with four recessed lights • Island berth with storage below and with three drawers • Two bulkhead mounted reading lights • Cedar-paneled hanging locker, starboard • Central vacuum system, starboard at berth, with hose and attachments under berth • Overhead hatch with screen • Cruisair fan speed control • Rope locker access with approximately 20’ of chain and 200’ of 3/4” nylon rode • Digital clock • Sole television PORT STATEROOM • Teak and holly sole with carpet overlay • Two single berths • Overhead hatch with screen • Lockers and drawers • Mirror on aft bulkhead

The Cabo 45 Express is a testament to Cabo Yachts' commitment to building high-performance sportfishing boats. Known for its solid fiberglass construction and attention to detail, this model is built to withstand the toughest offshore conditions. The deep-V hull design provides excellent sea-keeping abilities, ensuring a smooth ride even in rough waters. The spacious cockpit is a standout feature, offering ample space for serious fishing activities. While the interior space is somewhat limited due to the express design, it is functional and well-suited for weekend getaways. Potential buyers should be aware of common issues such as air conditioning performance and electrical system reliability, which are typical of older models. However, the strong resale value and reputation for quality make the Cabo 45 Express a worthwhile investment for experienced anglers. A marine surveyor would focus on inspecting the air conditioning and electrical systems, as well as the condition of the deck hardware. Overall, this vessel is ideal for those who prioritize performance and durability in a sportfishing boat.