Liliko'i - MAINSHIP FOR SALE

This 2007 Mainship Pilot II Express is a timeless Downeast express cruiser that marries graceful styling with smart functionality and confident performance. Driven by a dependable single Yanmar 315 hp diesel, she offers efficient cruising and notably low running costs, while the bow thruster makes close-quarters handling effortless for shorthanded or solo boaters.

Step below and you’ll find a bright, inviting cabin designed for real cruising—not just day hops. Air conditioning, a fully equipped galley, a comfortable V-berth, and an enclosed head with a proper shower create a welcoming retreat. Up top, the hardtop cockpit is arranged for entertaining or light sportfishing, with generous seating and open deck space that suits a versatile coastal cruiser and weekender alike.

This evolution of the Mainship Pilot 30 benefits from substantive underbody refinements that set it apart. Key advances include a shortened keel, refined shaft angle, prop tunnel for reduced draft, and a new five-blade wheel—yielding quieter, smoother running and the confidence to explore skinny-water anchorages. It’s a true Downeast cruiser with pocket trawler sensibilities and express yacht performance.

Inside, the design focuses on comfort and flow. The clever folding queen berth with an innerspring mattress offers genuine overnight luxury without compromising cabin movement. The galley is thoughtfully laid out with a top-loading fridge, electric cooktop, microwave, and efficient under-counter storage. Unusual in this size class, the Pilot 30 provides an impressive 6'3" of headroom, underscoring its capability as a compact cruiser for extended weekends.

Notable options include reverse-cycle air/heat, a fully enclosed sedan package for all-weather cruising, and practical upgrades like an oil-change system, windlass, and internal sea strainers—features that bolster ease of ownership and maintenance. Together, they elevate this express cruiser into a versatile pilothouse-style platform ready for year-round adventures.

Beautifully blending classic lobster-boat lines with modern engineering, this vessel is ideal for weekend escapes, Intracoastal meanders, or coastal passages to your favorite island. She has been conscientiously maintained, with recent service records on file, and is truly turnkey—perfect for a relaxed escape to the Keys, a Bahamas hop, or a sunset run on the ICW.

Currently located in Miami, FL, and available for inspection. A sophisticated, efficient, and elegant option for buyers seeking a Downeast Cruiser, Express Cruiser, Coastal Cruiser, or Pocket Trawler–style yacht.

2007 Mainship Pilot 2 Express

This 2007 Mainship Pilot 2 Express is a classic Downeast-style cruiser that artfully blends elegant lines with everyday practicality and confident performance. Driven by a single, reliable Yanmar 315 HP diesel, she delivers efficient cruising and attractively low operating costs, while a bow thruster simplifies close-quarters work and makes docking a relaxed, single-handed affair. Inside, the cabin is bright, spacious, and thoughtfully appointed with air conditioning, a full galley, a comfortable V-berth, and an enclosed head with a proper stand-up shower. The open cockpit invites entertaining or fishing under a stout hardtop and generous enclosure, with ample seating and free-flowing space.

This is the redesigned evolution of the Mainship Pilot 30, featuring notable improvements below the waterline that set it apart from earlier iterations. Key upgrades include a shortened keel, an improved shaft angle, a tunnel draft, and a new five-blade propeller—delivering smoother running, better efficiency, and the confidence to explore skinny waters with ease. Beyond day-boat versatility, the cabin was engineered for genuine cruising comfort: a unique folding queen berth with an innerspring mattress creates a truly restful sleeping arrangement without impeding movement, while the well-equipped galley offers a top-loading refrigerator, electric range, microwave, and efficient below-counter storage. Remarkably, the Pilot 30 platform provides 6'3" of interior headroom—exceptional for this size class. Available options for the model include reverse-cycle air conditioning and heat, a fully enclosed sedan package that turns this express into an all-weather cruiser, a bow thruster for stress-free docking, and practical add-ons such as an oil change system, a windlass, and internal sea strainers to streamline upkeep.

Meticulously cared for with recent maintenance and service records on hand, this turnkey boat is ready for your next escape—whether you’re bound for the Florida Keys, the Bahamas, or a leisurely sunset run down the Intracoastal. Currently located in Miami, FL, she is easy to view. Call today to schedule a showing and step aboard.

Features and options

The specification underscores thoughtful cruising design and recent upgrades. Precision navigation and situational awareness come via a Raymarine GPS/chartplotter, radar, VHF, and autopilot, while a hardtop with a full enclosure and new bimini with cockpit side curtains in isinglass plus an aft cockpit curtain (installed in 2025) create a versatile, weather-ready helm and social space. A large open cockpit with molded seating pairs with newly upholstered cockpit seats from 2024, and a shade awning added in 2023 extends comfort through sunlit afternoons. The warm teak interior features a convertible V-berth, and climate control is handled by air conditioning powered from shore power—including a new AC unit fitted in 2024—backed by shore power with a battery charger for dependable energy management.

The galley is equipped with a microwave, refrigerator, sink, and electric stove, while the enclosed head provides an electric toilet, sink, and a true stand-up shower. Underway, trim tabs help dial in the ride, and an anchor windlass simplifies set and retrieval. A hot water heater supports comfortable living aboard, and a swim platform with a new stainless-steel transom platform swim ladder with handle bars invites easy access to the water. Rounding out the package, the bow thruster delivers effortless docking, and the overall equipment suite reflects a cruiser that is as capable as it is welcoming.

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 any details the buyer wishes validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.