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President 42' Performance Trawler

$389,724 Listed price: US$259,994

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CenterPointe Yacht Services - Kenosha

21 56th St.
Kenosha, WI, 53140
United States
573-549-4330

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Make President
Model 42' Performance Trawler
Year 2004
Condition Used
Price US$259,994
Type Power
Class Trawler
Length 12.8 m
Fuel Type Diesel
Hull Material Fibreglass
Location Kenosha, Wisconsin, United States
LOA 12.9 m
Keel Type Other
Engine Type Inboard
Engine Make Cummins
Engine Model 6BTA5.9-M3
Fuel Type Diesel
Engine Year 2004
Power 370 hp
Drive Type Direct Drive
Engine usage (hours) 1325
Engine Type Inboard
Engine Make Cummins
Engine Model 6BTA5.9-M3
Fuel Type Diesel
Engine Year 2004
Power 370 hp
Engine usage (hours) 1325
Hull Shape Semi-Displacement

Description

  A true long-range cruiser and liveaboard gem, this 2004 President 42 Classic Trawler is fully
equipped and fresh off the Great Loop, having safely and comfortably completed the 6,000+ mile
journey. Built with classic lines, excellent craftsmanship, and robust performance, this trawler
offers the perfect combination of traditional styling and modern upgrades.
Equipped with twin Cummins 6BTA 5.9L-M3 turbocharged diesels- rated at 370HP and active
stabilizers, she delivers reliable, smooth, and comfortable cruising whether you?re tackling open
waters or winding inland waterways.
Vessel Overview: Two owners since new. 1st-2004-2016 (Lake Michigan) 2nd-2016-current
-Make/Model: President 42 Classic Trawler
- Year: 2004
- 42 ft
- Length Overall: 44'4"
- Beam: Approx. 14' 3"
- Draft: Approx. 3'6"
- Displacement: Approx. 31,000 lbs
- Hull Type: Semi-displacement
- Fuel Capacity: Approx. 400 gallons
- Water Capacity: Approx. 150 gallons
- Engines: Twin Cummins 6BTA 5.9L M-3 370HP Turbo Diesels
- Engine Hours: 1325
- Stabilizers: Yes - Active WesMar Fin Stabilizers (key comfort upgrade!)
- Cruising Speed: 8-10 knots (capable of higher speeds)
- Top Speed: ~ 20mph
Notable Features & Upgrades:
Navigation & Electronics:
- Multi-function chartplotter (Raymarine)
- Radar
- VHF radio w/AIS receiver
- Autopilot system
- Depth finder
Electrical Systems:
- Blue Sea battery charger / manager
- 50A shore power
- Glendining shore power reel with 50amp cable
- Generator: 8kW Northern Lights
- Emergency start battery transfer switch
Interior Comfort & Amenities:
- Rich teak joinery and warm interior finishes
- Luxurious leather helm and settee cushions
- Large salon with panoramic views and ample seating
- Flat-screen TV
- Reverse-cycle heat and air conditioning in salon
- AC in forward and aft staterooms
Galley:
- Vitrifrigo two door refrigerator/freezer
- 2-burner electric cooktop
- Princess Gourmet Oven
- Microwave 1200w
- Deep two-bowl stainless sink
Accommodations:
- Master Stateroom: Full walk-around queen berth,
- Desk with seating, storage, mirror
- Generous storage,
- Private vacuflush head,
- Separate shower stall
- Guest Stateroom: queen berth
- Guest Stateroom is w/wet head.
- Desks with storage and fold-a-way stool
- Cedar-lined closet
Live-aboard & Cruising Comfort:
- Rough-in plumbing and electric for Washer/dryer combo (perfect for full-time cruising).
- Active fin stabilizers for superior comfort in open water
- Large lazarette for storage and systems access
- Spacious aft deck and to wide side decks
- Stairs to flybridge not ladder
- Flybridge with full helm controls, seating for 6+, and bimini top
- Swim platform with boarding ladder
Safety:
- Life jackets, flares, CO/smoke detectors
- Bilge pumps (automatic & manual)
Maintenance & Recent Work:
- Props tuned, shaft seals inspected
- Sanitation lines
- Fuel polishing done prior to Loop
- Racor fuel filters new - 2025
- Recent fluid change w/ filters - 2025
- Engine and generator serviced regularly
- New Heat Exchangers, Aftercooler Cores and Transmission Coolers - 2025
- 6"exhaust hoses - 2025
- Waterpump impellers - 2025
- New domestic water pump - 2025
- Exterior anodes - Spring 2025
Why This Boat?
Few vessels are better suited for extended cruising than the President 42 Trawler Classic. Her
solid fiberglass hull, twin upgraded Cummins diesels, and active stabilizers set her apart from
other boats in her class. She's not just a cruiser, she's a loop-completing, comfort-optimized
home on the water.
Whether you're heading down the ICW, crossing the Gulf, or planning another full Loop, this boat is turn-key, proven, and ready to go.

Additional photos, maintenance records, and full equipment list available to review.
Ready to cruise now. Serious inquiries only.

MAIN DESCRIPTION

2004 President 42 Classic Performance Trawler
Fly Bridge
--Bimini top and partial enclosure
--Twin Captains chairs w/ footrest
--Large stainless steering wheel
--Settee and Table for 4 w/ newer cushions
--Bar Sink and Faucet
--Storage Lockers under seats (Newer cushions)
--Storage Cabinet under sink
--Folding Mast
--Intercom hand set
--Exterior Electric Receptacle
--Stairs and stainless steel hand rails - not ladder to flybridge
Helm Station
--Dual Engine Controls
--Dual Engine Systems Monitors
--Dual Emergency Engine Stop switch
--Raymarine Chart Plotter / Radar
--Raymarine Depth Finder / Distance monitor
--Raymarine Auto Pilot
--Icon VHF Radio with AIS
--Horn
--Anchor management controls
--Stabilizer management controls
--Trim tab controls
--12V electric receptacle
Upper Deck
--6' Bench Seat with new cushions
--Storage locker under bench
--Two folding Captains Chairs
--Rolling Igloo Cooler
--Steps not ladder to deck
--Sturdy stainless steel railings
Main Deck
--Wide walk-around deck with non skid surface
--Access doors mid-ship and stern
--Sturdy high stainless steel railings
--Hawse pipe enclosed cleats at midship, rear and stern to avoid tripping
--Maxwell Anchor Windless with foot controls
--Forged Anchor w/ 200' chain
--Bow Pulpit with flag holder
Swim Platform
--Easy access to Electric Service Box
--Glendinning cablemaster w/ 50 amp cable
--Communication connections
--Enclosed Water Service box with water hook-up
--Hand-held spray nozzle and faucet for swimmers shower
--Two in-floor storage lockers for hoses
--In-floor retracting swim ladder
--Weaver Davit System attachments in place
Interior
Helm Station
--Large wood steering wheel
--Dual engine controls
--Dual engine systems monitor
--Start / stop controls
--Anchor control
--Stabilizer control panel
--VHF radio
--Nav / anchor light switches
--Windshield wiper switches
--Windshield washer switch
--Air Horn
--Trim tab control
--Intercom
--Over-head lights
--Easy access to service Flybridge electronics from inside
--Easy access to hydraulic steering plumbing and controls
--Dual leather seat with folding footrest
--Storage shelf above helm station
--Excellent visibility
Salon
--Sturdy and secure submarine style access door
--Open and airy interior
--Electrical panel immediately inside door
--Leather upholstered settee with storage below
--Folding table on adjustable mount with cushion transforms to an extra bed
--Exquisite hardwoods and joinery throughout
--Numerous storage areas
--Ceiling mount grab rail for safety
--Heat / AC unit and controls for salon
Galley
--Corian countertop
--Double stainless steel sink
--Vitrifrigo refrigerator / freezer (newer)
--Panasonic 1200w microwave
--Oven
--Two burner electric cooktop
Forward stateroom
--Queen-sized berth w/ storage below
Enclosed wall storage units
--Desk & stool
--Cedar lined closet
--Wet Head w/ Vacuflush toilet, solar powered vent
--Corian sink
--Hinged mirrors w/ storage behind
Aft Owners Stateroom
--Walk around Queen berth w / storage drawers below
--Additional storage behind head-board
--Floor cabinets w/Corian counters and shelves for storage
--Cedar lined closet
--Dressing table with drawer
--Hinged mirror with storage behind
--Private toilet room w/ Vacuflush head
--Separate walk-in shower stall
--Natural lighting
--High ceiling
Forward and Aft staterooms have separately controlled individual A/C units
Engine Room
--In floor hinged hatch for easy access from salon to engine room with sturdy built-in ladder
--5'7' Headroom   Twin Cummins 6BTA5.9 M-3 diesel engines w/ ZF Marine transmissions
--Approximately 1325 hrs ea.
--New heat exchangers
--New after cooler cores
--New transmission coolers
--New water pump
--New 6" exhaust hoses
--New Muskrat guards
--8 kWh Northern Lights generator with approximately 380 hrs.
--Twin 200 gal interconnected fuel tanks with individual sight glass
--Racor Fuel Filters for engines and generator
--Blue Sea Battery management system
--Individual starter batteries for each motor
--Emergency battery transfer switch
--Separate House Bank batteries
--Wesmar Fin Stabilizers
--Water Heater with by-pass lines
--Workbench & tool storage
--Removable salon floor panel for additional engine access
--Intercom

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

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Presented For Sale By:

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21 56th St.
Kenosha, WI, 53140
United States
573-549-4330

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