Description

Condition: Professionally MaintainedTurnkey, Tournament-Ready, and Cruising CapableThe 2008 40’ CABO ANDY is a rare, factory-custom sportfisher designed for serious bluewater anglers. Customized from the factory by legendary Capt. Peter B. Wright, she is one of very few 40’ Cabo Convertibles ever built with a full tower, purpose-designed for world-class fishing performance.Powered by upgraded MAN 800 engines, ANDY delivers reliable speed, range, and efficiency for Caribbean bluewater fishing and island cruising. Her lightweight Pipewelders Marine tower, constructed of aircraft-grade aluminum and carbon fiber, provides exceptional visibility with minimal weight penalty.A proven performer, she holds two women’s world records for Blue Marlin on fly and has an established history of consistently raising billfish across the region. Professionally maintained and updated with numerous 2024–2025 upgrades, ANDY is turnkey and ready to fish immediately.All fishing equipment conveys with the vessel, offering a true plug-and-play opportunity.Included Fishing Equipment Highlights: Complete bucket harness and Scale Master scale Full spread of Uni-Butts (straight and bent) Star Rods, Captain Harry, Billfisher, Biscayne, Sage, Blackfin, and Shimano rod & reel combinations Shimano 50W 2-speed, Tyrnos, Stella, Penn Senator 115L2 electric reels Kite fishing package with (5) kites for varying wind conditions Light tackle, heavy tackle, deep drop, spinning, and fly-fishing setups ANDY represents a unique opportunity to own a proven, factory-custom Cabo with tournament-level capability, legendary design input, and an unmatched equipment package in her class. She is a very rare vessel owned and loved by a very knowledgeable owner (world record holder) with an open checkbook!Fishing & Performance Features: Two women’s world records for Blue Marlin on fly tackle, showing testament to the vessel’s design, speed and maneuverability Custom Pipewelders Marine tower with freshwater washdown, Pipewelders Marine double spreader outriggers, center rigger, and carbon fiber flybridge hardtop, tower deck and buggy top Storage across mezzanine with cushions and easy access to engine room Pompanette Unlimited Fighting Chair on offset pedestal. Teak covering boards and coaming bolsters throughout the cockpit Miya Epoch US-9 Teaser Reels (hardtop-mounted) 24V LP Electric Reel outlets and 12V Kite Reel outlets Dual in-deck fish boxes with Eskimo Icemaker plumbed to port box Gated transom door for safe landing of large fish Raw and freshwater washdowns Easy access to fuel tank, fuel manifold, and steering rams (rebuilt 2024) via in deck hatch to lazarette, Glendenning Cable Master 220/50 Amp VAC Additional Information AccommodationMaster Stateroom (Bow)• Island berth with storage• Flatscreen TV• Cabinetry and hanging locker• Vetus bow thruster access belowGuest Stateroom• Twin berths• Hanging locker• Shared head accessCustom Tackle Room• Factory-modified space replacing the standard second headInterior Comforts and AmenitiesSalon• Large L-shaped couch with built-in storage• Teak dinette with wraparound L-shaped seating and storage• Flatscreen TV with Bose surround sound system• 20 lb/day icemaker at salon entrance• Carpeted salon for added comfort• Teak and holly sole beneath carpeted salonGalley• Step-down galley layout• Refrigerator/freezer (professionally rebuilt 2025)• Ceramic cooktop• Microwave• Stainless-steel sink• Custom teak cabinetry and drawers• Teak and holly galley sole• Sea Recovery watermaker access under galley sole• (2) air conditioning units with easy access under galley soleAdditional Notes• A custom tackle room, replacing the standard second head, is a unique, factory-modified feature designed for serious anglers.Electronics and Navigation• Palm Beach–style helm• Dual Garmin Multifunction Displays• RADAR• 2KW transducer• New ZF Digital Controls and MAN Digital Displays• Starboard engine control computer (2025)• Autopilot• ICOM VHF• Bennett Trim Tab Controls (2025)• Helm seats (new 2025)• Dual bench seating with storage• Starlink satellite internet (installed 2025)Electrical Systems• 12 kW Northern Lights generator (new 2025)• Engine batteries (new May 2025)Deck and Hull Equipment• Custom Pipewelders Marine tower with freshwater washdown• Pipewelders Marine double spreader outriggers• Center rigger• Carbon fiber flybridge hardtop, tower deck, and buggy top• Dual in-deck fish boxes with macerators• Eskimo ice maker plumbing• Gated transom door• Custom cushions and seating• Bottom coated (2025)• Veem propellers• Cutlass bearings (new, installed 2025)• Bonding system upgrades• New exhaust clamps• 33 lb plough anchorMechanical Equipment• Twin MAN 800 HP diesel engines with ZF transmissions• 12 kW Northern Lights generator (new, installed 2025)• Engine batteries (new May 2025)• ZF digital controls and MAN engine displays (updated 2025)• Veem propellers and new cutlass bearings (installed 2025)• Bennett trim tabs serviced and upgraded• Exhaust clamps (replaced 2025)• Steering hoses (replaced 2025)• Zincs (replaced 2025)• Eskimo ice maker installed• Sea Recovery watermaker installed• Glendinning cablemaster for shore power managementEngine Info Man R6-800 ENGINE SERIAL # STBD ENGINE SERIAL # PORT Tankage Fuel: 550 gal Water: 90 gal Holding: 22 gal Owners Comments and Boat HistoryOne-owner boat ordered custom from factory and heavily customized postproduction prior to delivery by Pipewelders Marine and Capt. Peter B. WrightRecent Upgrades (2024–2025)• 12 kW Northern Lights generator• Engine batteries• ZF Digital Controls• MAN Controller (Starboard) and wiring• Veem propellers• Cutlass bearings• Trim tabs• Bonding system• Steering hoses• Fishbox macerators and plumbing• Exhaust clamps• Zincs• AC pump• Eskimo strainer• Bottom coating• Anchor• Rebuilt refrigerator/freezer• Starlink Satellite System• Refinished teak covering boards (for safety and aesthetics)• Covers for helm• Covers for helm chairs• Cover for fighting