2004 Cruisers Yachts 3970 — Priced to Sell As-Is, Detroit, MI
Here is a rare opportunity to acquire a 40-foot Cruisers Yachts express cruiser at a significantly reduced price for a buyer who is mechanically inclined or looking for a project with strong upside. The seller has priced this boat accordingly and is motivated — this is a straightforward as-is sale with no games.
Just pulled from storage, one of the twin Mercury 8.1 S HO inboards fired right up and runs fine. The second engine is currently not starting; the seller has not diagnosed the issue and is transparent that it could be a simple fix. A competent marine mechanic or hands-on buyer may find this a very manageable repair at a fraction of what it would cost to buy a running equivalent.
With only 434 hours on both engines, the mechanical foundation here is low-use for a 2004 model — suggesting the boat has not been heavily worked. The Cruisers Yachts 3970 is a premium Wisconsin-built express cruiser known for exceptional interior woodwork, a comfortable full-cabin layout, and quality fiberglass construction that ages well when properly maintained.
Currently in storage in Detroit, Michigan. Sold as-is.
KEY FEATURES
- Twin Mercury 8.1 S HO Inboards — 800 HP Total: The 8.1 S HO (Super High Output) is a high-displacement gasoline inboard known for strong torque and performance in larger express cruisers. With 800 combined horsepower, this platform is capable of spirited cruising speeds appropriate for a 40-foot hull. One engine confirmed running; second engine not starting — priced accordingly.
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- Low Engine Hours (434 hrs): For a 2004 model, 434 hours represents very light use. Low-hour engines on a well-built fiberglass hull can represent significant value for a buyer willing to address the current mechanical issue — the underlying platform has not been heavily stressed.
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- Cruisers Yachts Premium Fiberglass Construction: Cruisers Yachts has over 100 years of boatbuilding heritage and is known for premium hand-laid fiberglass hulls, meticulous interior joinery, and quality that holds up well over time. Buyers who have owned the brand consistently praise the build quality and interior craftsmanship.
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POWER & DRIVE
- Engine 1: Mercury 8.1 S HO inboard — 400 HP — 434 hrs — Gasoline — Running
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- Engine 2: Mercury 8.1 S HO inboard — 400 HP — 434 hrs — Gasoline — Not currently starting (undiagnosed)
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- Total Power: 800 HP
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LOCATION & STORAGE
- Currently in storage in Detroit, Michigan (48201)
- Sold as-is — seller has not diagnosed second engine issue
