2004 Chaparral 310 Signature - Chaparral FOR SALE

33' Express Cruiser (2004) — Twin Volvo Penta Performance, Poise, and Comfort

Poised in the United States and crafted in 2004, this 33-foot express cruiser strikes a compelling balance between spirited handling and gracious onboard living. A robust fiberglass build over a modified deep‑V hull rewards the helm with a confident, composed ride, while the 10-foot beam delivers reassuring stability and abundant interior volume. Whether carving an early‑morning run along the coast or settling in for a sunset at anchor, she brings the right mix of agility, style, and ease.

Step aboard and the cockpit sets an inviting tone for alfresco entertaining. The open layout encourages conversation and flow, with generous seating for guests and clear sightlines forward for the skipper. The helm is designed for intuitive operation and modern upgrades, complemented by the crisp response of the twin sterndrives. A broad swim platform invites effortless water access and watersports fun, turning every harbor visit into a destination.

Below, the cabin is warm and welcoming—an elegant retreat for weekends away. There’s room to relax and dine, and versatile sleeping accommodations that make overnighting a simple pleasure. A compact galley stands ready for easy meal prep, while an enclosed head adds the comfort and privacy that make extended days aboard feel effortless. Natural textures and thoughtful storage underscore the yacht’s practical luxury, making the most of her well‑proportioned footprint.

Underway, the pairing of a modified deep‑V form with twin Volvo Penta gas I/O power delivers lively acceleration, precise docking control, and a smooth, dry ride when seas get playful. With approximately 147 gallons of fuel and a 29‑gallon freshwater capacity, she’s set up for laid‑back dayboat adventures and relaxed weekend cruising without constant stops. Deck surfaces are finished in durable fiberglass for low‑maintenance ownership, leaving more time for the good part—being on the water.

If you’re seeking a yacht that blends performance pedigree with a welcoming, social atmosphere, this 33' express stands ready. Proudly located in the United States, she offers the nimble joy of a sport cruiser and the comfort of a true coastal companion—equally at home on fast afternoon hops or unhurried escapes.

Keywords: Express Cruiser, Sport Cruiser, Cabin Cruiser, Coastal Cruiser, Weekend Cruiser, Powerboat, Motor Yacht, Performance, Family Cruiser

Description

A quality weekend cruiser that delivers impressive owner satisfaction and enduring long‑term value. The posh interior sleeps six, showcasing handsome cherry cabinetry, upscale furnishings, and designer‑style fabrics. In the cockpit, a convenient mini‑galley with sink and refrigerator/freezer complements the ergonomic helm, wraparound aft seating, and a fold‑away transom seat. An electric engine hatch provides excellent access to the engine‑room compartment. A walk‑through windshield leads to the bow sun pad with integrated drink holders. A transom storage locker and a large swim platform make waterside living effortless. Mostly freshwater‑used until her arrival in the Panhandle in 2019, she has been stored high and dry with no bottom paint.

Overview

Step down three steps into a bright cabin where the aft mid‑berth sleeps two behind a privacy curtain and is appointed with a Sharp flat‑screen TV, a hanging clothes locker, a side‑opening port window, and 12 volt lighting. The dinette seats four and is flanked by storage above and below. To port aft, the private head features a sink, a Vacu‑Flush marine toilet, a shower with bench, and dedicated stowage. The full galley serves the salon with a stove, microwave, refrigerator/freezer, and a sink with storage above and below. Forward, the stateroom offers an offset double berth with drawers beneath, a privacy curtain, a padded backrest bolster, a hanging locker, a topside opening hatch, and 12 volt lighting. Climate comfort is assured by 16000 BTU AC/heat blowing to all compartments.

A well‑equipped galley keeps weekends effortless with an Isotherm refrigerator/freezer plus a second Isotherm refrigerator/freezer in the cockpit, a Kenyon two‑burner electric stovetop, a portable Frigidaire ice maker, a stainless‑steel sink, and Corian countertops. Fresh water capacity is 29 gal, delivered by a 12 volt pressure water system and a Seaward 6 gal water heater that operates on 110 volt AC and can be heated via the engine manifold, all supported by generous storage above and below.

Helm and entertainment electronics include a Garmin GPS Map 198C sounder, a HawkEye digital depth with alarm, a Ray 215 VHF radio, a Uniden UM 380 VHF radio, a Ritchie compass, and a Sony Marine RM‑X60 AM/FM/CD system with cabin, helm, and transom control heads. Entertainment continues with a Blaupunky MP3 DVD/CD player, an LG flat‑screen TV in the salon, and a Sharp flat‑screen TV in the aft berth.

The electrical system is robust, with three Group 27 marine batteries (2022), a ProMariner ProNautic 12.40P three‑bank auto charger, a Kohler 5KW marine generator showing 1586 hours, and twin 30 amp shore power inlets with dockside power cords, plus emergency battery jump posts located in the transom storage trunk.

On deck, a Bimini top with enclosure and a cockpit tonneau cover shelter an inviting layout featuring snap‑in cockpit carpet, molded steps at the helm to the walk‑through windshield and aft‑deck molded steps to the sidewalk, a double helm bench with flip‑up bolster, a side lounger, and wraparound aft seating with table. A retractable aft bench, hot and cold cockpit shower, and a walk‑through transom lead to a full swim platform served by a three‑step stainless Windline boarding ladder, with a transom trunk locker close at hand. Forward, relax on the bow sundeck pad with drink holders; handling is simplified by stainless‑steel fender racks with fenders, a 12 volt anchor windlass, a plow anchor with chain, three spare Danforth anchors, and a Rayline spot light.

Power comes from twin Volvo Penta 5.0Lit GXI V‑8 inboard/outboard engines with 1068 hours, turning Volvo DP‑SM stainless Duoprop outdrives and stainless‑steel props. Handling finesse is enhanced by power tilt and trim, a tilt steering wheel, Bennett trim tabs, and a windshield wiper, with a Rayline spot light ready for night approaches. Safety and serviceability are addressed by three auto/manual bilge pumps, a Fire Boy engine‑room extinguisher, a Vacu‑Flush head and a 28 gal waste tank with tank‑level indicator, and a 147 gal fuel capacity for generous range, with extensive service records on file dating back to 2013.