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2005 Cabo Rico 42 | 42ft
Broker Info
Boat Highlights:
Year of Vessel
2005
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Length
42 ft
Manufacturer
Cabo Rico
Condition
Pre-owned
Boat Type
Sail
The Cabo Rico 42, which measures 46.6 with her impressive bowsprit, is one of the finest offshore sailing vessels ever built, named one of the Top Ten best sailboats in the world – the only one to meet the definition of an ultimate bluewater cruiser. Elation lives up to her name and reputation. She handles with an incredibly smooth and gentle motion on all points of sail. She is set up for easy handling with a Schaefer roller furling boom, new Schaefer genoa and stay sail furlers and Lewmar electric winches for easy solo or couple sailing. Living accommodations are luxurious befitting a world-class yacht with beautiful teak interior.
Built in 2005, Elation is one of the last Cabo Rico 42s built. The Cabo Rico 42, designed by Chuck Paine, was awarded Sail Magazine's "ultimate bluewater boat" prize in 2000 and was named one of the top 10 best sailboats in the world -the only boat to meet their definition of an ultimate bluewater boat. Elation has been gently sailed, well maintained and fully equipped for bluewater cruising and is being offered by her second owners in time for the southern migration.
Electrical Distribution
Paneltronics circuit breaker panel (well labeled)
Wema tank gauges for fuel and water
6 GFCI outlets (2 in port lazarette)
3 DC outlets (1 in cockpit instrument panel)
Straightforward in layout, the overall feel of the interior is one of useable comfort. The designer interior is beautiful, rich, plantation grown Costa Rican teak hardwood. There seems to be an unending supply of lockers and cabinets, all securely latched and accessible. Twelve opening ports plus a large forward hatch and extra-large main hatch all with screens, combined with fans throughout ensure Elation stays cool through the hot months with air conditioning needed only when docked where there is minimal air flow. There is 6’5” headroom throughout the cabin. The aft stateroom has an oversize double bed, hanging locker, multiple shelves and drawers with additional storage under the berth. The forward statement has a large V-berth with ample storage, drawers and large storage space under the berth with a hanging locker just outside the door. The head features a separate shower stall, teak medicine closet and Raritan head. Drawers and lockers are abundant in the forward cabin and passageway. The main salon features a settee to starboard, lockers with louvered doors line the hull sides, A simple slide out extension coverts the dinette to a comfortable double. The navigation table is compact. Instruments surround the navigation station. The electrical panels are extensive; well labeled, user friendly, complete and expertly finished. The neighboring countertop in the galley has a large horizontal surface for spreading charts flat over the dry storage locker. The galley is complete, with plenty of space for food and dishes. The deep refrigerator is well insulated, with new Cool Blue compressor. The countertops in the galley and head are Corian.
RECENT UPDATES
2025
12 V DC Cool Blue refrigeration with two top-loading compartments and a front-opening door (compressor & regulator new 2025)
Hot and cold pressure water with new SurFlo pump and inline filter (2025)
Two-zone reverse-cycle CruisAir 16 k BTU AC/heat (110 V) with new raw-water pump (2025)
Raritan head – Joker valve & pump replaced, hoses cleaned (2025)
1 × 155 W semi-flexible SunPower solar panel (2025)
2024
Head Whale pump replaced (2024)
V-berth mattress new (2024)
2023
Double stainless sink with foot pump and new pressure faucet (2023)
Shower Whale pump replaced (2023)
Spectra Catslins 300 watermaker, professionally pickled 2023, extra filters
2022
5 × 125 Ah Lifeline AGM house batteries (2022)
2 × 145 W semi-flexible SunPower solar panels (2022)
Trident propane solenoid alarm system replaced (2022)
One of the two 10 lb propane tanks new (2022)
OTHER FEATURES + EQUIPMENT
Galley
12 V dc Cool Blue refrigeration with two top loading compartments and a front opening door on the refrigeration side. Compressor and regulator new 2025
Gimbled Force 10 three burner propane stove with oven and broiler
Trident propane solenoid alarm system replaced in 2022
Two 10 lb propane tanks in separate lockers in the stern (one new in 2022)
GE Microwave
Double stainless sink with foot pump and new pressure faucet replaced in 2023
Hot and cold pressure water with new SurFlo pump and inline filter in 2025
AquaPur water filter
200 S/S gal water tank
Seaward 6 gal 110v and engine heated hot water heater
Spectra Catalina 300 watermaker, professionally pickled 2023, extra filters
Charging & Power Control
2000 W inverter/charger
Balmar 100 A alternator
Balmar MC612H Smart regulator
SmartSolar MPPT Controller 100-50
MPPT control meter for Victron
Victron Smart Battery Temperature Sensor
Xantrex Freedom Marine 20, 2000 W inverter with Xantrex control panel
Xantrex Freedom Marine 20 100 A charger
Xantrex Link 10 power monitor
Lighting
Cabin lights refitted with LED bulbs
Galley lights on dimmer
Cabin/Heads
Two zone reverse cycle CruisAir 16k BTU AC/heat (110v) with new raw water pump in 2025
Nine wall mounted fans
All interior lights refitted with LED
Dimmable galley lights
Shower Whale pump replaced in 2023
Head Whale pump replaced in 2024
Raritan head Joker valve & pump replaced, hoses cleaned in 2025
40 gal holding tank
V-berth mattress new in 2024
Fabric and teak wrap for mast in cabin.
In-laid teak and holly sole
In-laid teak, folding and swiveling dinette table
Sony FM/AM Stereo with CD player & Bose speakers in cabin and cockpit
Connection for TV
Engine + Propulsion
Yanmar 4JH3E, HP diesel engine, 2200 hrs, serviced at 2000 hrs, filters and oil changed regularly
Vetus Bow Thruster lower prop component replaced and tunnel reglassed 2024, motor serviced 2025
39 gal single s/s fuel tank with tank gauge
Dual Racor filters
Reverso Engine oil change system
Reverso Fuel polishing system
12V Lifeline AGM start battery new 2022
Cutlass bearing replaced 2023
Fixed prop on shaft
Secondary 3 blade feathering prop as spare (serviced in 2024)
Sails and Rigging
Doyle sails: full batten main, 120 Genoa, Staysail good condition, serviced annually
Asymmetrical spinnaker
Schaefer roller furling boom and vang
Schaefer roller furlers for genoa and stay sails new 2025
Main sail running rigging new 2022
Genoa and staysail running rigging new 2024/25
3 Lewmar electric winches for main and genoa
Whisker pole
All lines led to cockpit for solo or shorthanded control
Split backstay with SSB isolators
Electronics + Navigation
Furano NavNet TZ Touch 3 2022
Furano NXT Doppler Radar 2022
Furano F170 Color LCD instrument.data organizer at nav station 2022
ICOM VHF 2022 with command mic for helm
Furano bronze thruhull digital depth, speed & temp sensor 2024
Predictwind Iridium Go and data port w/external antenna 2023
Raymarine ST60 wind display
Raymarine ST 6001 Autopilot hydraulic drive serviced 2022
Raymarine S3G AST course computer rebuilt 2023
Yaesu FT-857 SSB HF/VHF/UHF
Ritchie Compass compensated 2022
Safety Equipment
ACR EPIRB 2022
Viking 4 person life raft serviced 2022
72 lb Rocna anchor w/200 ft 5/16” chain rode
44 lb Bruce anchor w/ 5/16” chain and 9/16” rode
45 lb CQR anchor available on request
Dyneema lifelines
Muir Cheeta HR2500 12 volt/manual capstan and gypsy w/foot pads & remote at helm
3 fire extinguishers 2022
MOB throw line
Orion canister kit 2022
Bell (not mounted)
All nav lights LED
Emergency tiller
No Strike Lightening Protection device w/hull grounding plates
Primary bilge pump w/float switch
Secondary bilge pump with high water alarm
Delta Drogue
Additional Equipment
West Marine 3 person dinghy
2.5 hp Suzuki outboard
Davits
Stern mast with spotlight, antennas and outboard hoist
Stern outboard mount
Teak and stainless swim ladder
Green Sunbrella dodger with Isinglass, bimini, connector panel
Green Sunbrella Full enclosure with isinglass panels
Helm cover, leisure furl mainsail cover, handrail and winch covers
Screened companionway doors for warm weather ventilation
Cockpit table
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.
West Marine 3-person dinghy
2.5 hp Suzuki outboard
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