2004 Buddy Davis 48 Express for Sale

This 2004 Buddy Davis 48 Express is a remarkable example of marine craftsmanship, blending functionality, luxury, and performance. With a classic design and modern amenities that make it stand out in the competitive world of high-end express yachts. She is powered by Twin Caterpillar C-18 with 1015hp with 3400 hours with all services up to date. These engines are known for their reliability and efficiency, providing the kind of power needed for both high-speed cruising and serious offshore fishing. The current and original owner built her in 2004 and it has been continually updated and maintained at Merritt's Boatyard throughout her life. Don't miss the chance to own a great custom boat!

Recent upgrades 2022 - 2024

• Varnish maintenance 
•  New headliner
•  New faux teak clear-coated
•  Full engine serviced at 3300 hours
•  Cutless bearings replaced
•  Propellers conditioned
•  Generator serviced
•  New bottom paint

Disclaimer

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.

Salon

• Varnished teak high gloss cabinetry
• Teak and holly sole
• Upholstered lounge seating area 
• Vinyl wall coverings
• Electrical panel with AC/DC circuit breakers
• Fusion stereo system
• New JL audio throughout 
• Flatscreen tv with direct satellite system

Galley

• Stainless sink
• Corian counter tops
• Refrigerator and freezer dropbox
• Microwave
• Ample storage throughout 

Companionway

• Custom over under berths
• Drawer storage under bottom bunk
• Easy head access

Head

• Corian countertop with sink
• Medicine cabinet with mirror
• Electric head 
• Shower
• Ample storage throughout

Forward Stateroom

• Forward berth with drawer storage underneath
• Overhead hatch to foredeck
• Hanging closet
• Overhead storage cabinets

Helm Area

• Air-conditioned helm area (2)
• Custom varnished Davis helm pod with stainless steering wheel and throttle controls
• Pop-up electronics hatch with electric rams
• Central helm seat with cushions
• (2) Stidd ladder back helm chairs, port and starboard with cushions
• Port and starboard lounge seating with cushions with storage underneath 
• Covers for chairs, seating and helm

Electronics and Navigation Equipment

• Garmin GPS plotter
• Garmin multifunction GPS, chart plotter and sounder
• ICOM ICM602 VHF
• Simrad APP22 Autopilot
• Navigation lights
• Furuno RD30
• ACR searchlight
• Fusion MS-UD750 stereo
• Directv satellite receiver
• Caterpillar engine displays 

Tower

• Aluminum tuna tower with buggy top and controls 
• Upholstered backrest 
• Ladder access, port and starboard from the cockpit
• Garmin display

Deck and Hull

• White gel coat hull 
• Teak pattern aqua traction decking 
• Varnished teak toe rail
• Navy blue and red boot stripes
• Teak covering boards
• Faux teak transom 
• Anchor locker with galvanized anchor, chair and rode
• Full glass enclosure 
• Custom curved windshield and wipers
• No pockets flat bottom 

Fishing Equipment

• Scoping h rocket launcher with bait station and tackle storage 
• Livewell and ice box with tackle 
• Tuna door
• Rupp outriggers with center rigger

Engine room and Mechanical Equipment

• (2) caterpillar C-18 engines, 1015HP
• Electric hatch to engine room access
• 820 Gal fuel tank 
• 120 Gal water tank
• Tankless water heater
• Forward waste tank
• ZF 550A transmissions
• Westerbeke S4L2 marine diesel generator (2014 15KW)
• (4) domestic AC units
• (2) battery banks with AGM batteries
• Taylor made a bait box refrigerator unit
• Fireboy fire suppression system
• (4) rule 2000 GPH bilge pumps with float switches 
• Livewell macerator pump out 

Electrical System

• 110/220 volt AC with 50 AMP shore power inlet
• 15KW Westerbeke marine generator
• Electrical panel located in main salon

Updates

Recent upgrades 2022 - 2024

• Varnish maintenance 
•  New headliner
•  New faux teak clear-coated
•  Full engine serviced at 3300 hours
•  Cutless bearings replaced
•  Propellers conditioned
•  Generator serviced
•  New bottom paint