Cabo 32 Express BRENDA LEE

1999 Cabo 35 Express “Brenda Lee” – Upgraded Caterpillar Power, Garmin Electronics, Turn-Key Sportfishing Boat

The 1999 Cabo 35 Express “Brenda Lee” is a standout example of one of Cabo’s most sought-after and best-selling sportfishing hulls, known for its durability, ride quality, and offshore performance. Designed for serious anglers and cruising comfort alike, the Cabo 35 Express delivers a proven combination of rugged construction, efficient layout, and fishability.

This vessel is equipped with the desirable upgraded Caterpillar diesel engines, offering an excellent balance of speed, reliability, and fuel efficiency—making it ideal for long offshore runs or extended fishing trips. Its lower-profile hardtop design allows access to areas restricted to full tower boats, while still providing essential offshore fishing features such as outriggers and a well-appointed cockpit.

“Brenda Lee” has seen consistent upgrades and maintenance, enhancing both performance and onboard comfort. Recent improvements include a new helm enclosure (2024), custom mattress (2023), and a newly upholstered helm chair (2025). The helm is outfitted with dual 16” Garmin displays, complemented by a new radar array and transducer (2024) for modern navigation and fish-finding capabilities.

Additional upgrades include a Fusion sound system with cockpit speakers, new VHF antenna (2024), and underwater lights (2025) for added ambiance and functionality. Mechanical updates such as fuel injector replacement (2024) and aftercooler service (2022–2023) reflect proactive maintenance. Ground tackle has also been improved with a new anchor motor, rode, and chain (2021).

Cosmetic and functional enhancements like LED lights (2025) and a freshly painted roof (2025) further elevate the vessel’s appeal.

Whether you're searching for a capable offshore fishing platform or a well-maintained express cruiser, the 1999 Cabo 35 Express “Brenda Lee” represents a compelling opportunity in today’s market.

• Helm enclosure new in early 2024


• Custom mattress new in 2023


• Helm chair newly upholstered in 2025


• Updated Garmin electronics 16” monitors (2)


• New radar array and transducer (2024)


• Fusion sound system and cockpit speakers, new VHF antenna in 2024


• New underwater lights (2025)


• Fuel injectors replaced (2024)


• Aftercooler service (2022–2023)


• New anchor motor, rode, and chain replaced in 2021


• New LED headlights (2025)


• Roof painted (2025)

Engine and generator hours are as of the date of the original listing and are a representation of what the listing broker is told by the owner and/or actual reading of the engine hour meters. The broker cannot guarantee the true hours. It is the responsibility of the purchaser and/or his agent to verify engine hours, warranties implied or otherwise and major overhauls as well as all other representations noted on the listing brochure.

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