SEA RAY - Express Cruiser - For Sale

The Express CruiserfromSEA RAYbrings the practicality of amotor yachttailored to thecruisers lifestyle. Built on a durablefiberglass and plastic hullwith a fiberglass deck, it measures 41 ft (12.5 m) and is powered by a single Caterpillar engine. Represented by Shestakov Yacht Sales and broker Andrey Shestakov.

Selecting a Express Cruiser

If you value a 41 ft (12.5 m) platform that balances comfort and ease of handling, the Express Cruiseris a compelling fit. As amotor yachtin thecruisers segment, it pairs a provenfiberglass and plastic hullwith single-engine Caterpillar power for straightforward ownership. Shestakov Yacht Sales, led by broker Andrey Shestakov, will match available opportunities to your plans and timeline.

Features of the Model

• 41 ft (12.5 m) length overall for confident coastal runs and weekend cruising
• Single Caterpillar engine for simplified operation and maintenance
• Robust fiberglass and plastic constructionand a fiberglass deck for durability and easy care
• Clear cruising orientation within the cruisers classofmotor yachts

Technical Specifications

• Builder: SEA RAY
• Model: Express Cruiser
• Classification: motor yacht/cruiser
• Hull: fiberglass and plastic
• Deck: Fiberglass
• LOA: 41 ft (12.5 m)
• Engines: 1 x Caterpillar (manufacturer)

Pricing and Ordering

For current pricing, availability, and purchase options on the Express CruiserbySEA RAY, contact Shestakov Yacht Sales. Broker Andrey Shestakov will provide tailored guidance, including inspections, offers, and closing support.

Questions and Answers

• What is the overall length of the yacht? The Express Cruiserhas anLOA of 41 ft (12.5 m).

• What powers this model? It uses a single enginefromCaterpillar, specified as 1 x Caterpillar.

• What are the hull and deck materials? The hull is fiberglass and plastic, and thedeckisFiberglass.

• How is the yacht categorized? It is a motor yachtpositioned within thecruisers category.

• Who can help me buy this yacht? Shestakov Yacht Salesand brokerAndrey Shestakovwill assist with search, pricing, and purchase of aExpress CruiserbySEA RAY.

Owner Experience Review

Owners use the Express CruiserfromSEA RAYacross a wide spectrum: family cruising and weekend overnights, day trips and watersports on the smaller 21–24 ft versions, and even light offshore duty on larger models, including tournament outings for marlin. On the water, many report it "handles rough water and chop amazingly well." Performance is highly setup-dependent: examples range from a factory-cited 340 that cruises in the low 20s (30+ top) with a 340 hp MerCruiser to an owner-reported 42 mph on a 215 with a 5.7L and 19" prop, with frequent emphasis on careful prop selection and tuning.

Comfort scales with size. Mid and larger Express Cruisermodels are noted as spacious for their era, with wide beams and multiple floorplans; the 340’s forward stateroom is open to the main cabin (and later gained a larger U‑shaped galley), while bigger models add large cockpits and even two-stateroom layouts, with reviews calling out a "huge cockpit" and a "well-conceived interior." Counterbalancing that, owners frequently cite water leaks at windows and windshield that can reach the cabin and hurt livability.

Maintenance threads consistently highlight water intrusion risks on older boats, including stringer/core saturation—one owner reported roughly $5,000 to repair stringer damage. Window/windshield seals and deck‑to‑hull joints commonly show up on surveys, and owners repeatedly advise thorough moisture checks and getting one’s own survey. Typical engine-room items include riser/exhaust work, thermostats, and ongoing prop/drive tuning.

Pros and Cons

• Versatile platform for family overnights, day boating/watersports, and light offshore or tournament use on larger models.
• Confident ride in chop and coastal seas, with owners praising how it handles rough water.
• Spacious-for-era layouts on mid/large models, with big cockpits and available two-stateroom arrangements.
• Known risk of water leaks from windows/windshield and deck-to-hull joints that can affect interiors.
• Documented cases of water intrusion into stringers/cores on older boats, with costly repairs reported.
• Performance varies widely by engine and prop, requiring careful prop selection and setup to meet expectations.

Comparison with Other Models