1987 Palm Beach 30' (9.14 m) 30 Express
Waretown, New Jersey, United States
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1987 Palm Beach 30 Express
Flag of Registry: United States
- Express Cruiser / Center Consoles
- Power
- Used
- Diesel
- Wood Hull
Vessel ID# Last Updated: 2025-12-01 16:55:44
Description
1987 Palm Beach 30’ Express
This beautifully maintained 1987 Palm Beach 30 Express is a true blend of classic Custom Carolina-style craftsmanship and modern upgrades. With her plank-on-frame hull, a fresh 3208 Caterpillar diesel engine, and a long list of recent improvements, this Palm Beach delivers timeless looks, smooth performance, and proven fishability.
Repowered just two years ago with a re-manufactured CAT 3208 (320hp), she’s logged only 405 hours since and cruises comfortably at 20 knots sipping fuel. The hull offers the soft, dry ride Palm Beach is known for—perfect for both inshore and offshore runs.
She has a new isinglass enclosure, new bimini top, and Garmin electronics suite including a 10” MFD at the helm, 7” MFD in the tower, and Garmin autopilot for effortless navigation. A bow thruster makes docking simple, while the new batteries keep systems reliable. The cabin has the simple comforts needed for a day offshore and includes a day head as well.
Fishing features include Rupp outriggers, a Murray Brothers fighting chair, livewell, raw water washdown, and plenty of deck space for the serious angler. Entertainment is covered with a full sound system for those long days on the water.
With 300 gallons of fuel, 25 gallons of freshwater, and the charm only a true Palm Beach can offer, this 30 Express stands out as a rare opportunity to own a piece of sportfishing history that’s ready to fish or cruise today.
This Palm Beach 30 Express is a head-turner at the dock and a performer on the water.
Highlights:
- Plank-on-frame hull – solid and classic craftsmanship
- Reman CAT 3208 (320hp) – 405 hours
- 20-knot Cruise Speed
- New isinglass and bimini top
- Garmin electronics: 10” MFD helm, 7” MFD tower, new autopilot
- Bow thruster
- Rupp outriggers
- Murray Brothers fighting chair
- Livewell, washdown, sound system
- 300-gal fuel / 25-gal freshwater
Brewer Yacht Sales is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by United Yacht Sales. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a particular vessel
Specifications
LOA: 30' (9.14 Meters)
Type: Power- Used
Year: 1987
Beam: 10'
Draft Max: 5'
Cruise Speed: 20 Knots
Fuel Type: Diesel
Hull Material: Wood
Bow Thruster: Yes
Fuel Tank: 600 Gallons (2271.25 Liters)
Fresh Water: 25 Gallons (94.64 Liters)
Builder: Palm Beach
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Engines
Engine 1
- Engine Make: Caterpillar
- Engine Model: 3208
- Engine Type: Inboard
- Drive Type: Direct
- Power HP: 320.00
- Power KW: 238.62
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Hours: 405.00
- Engine Location: Middle
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Mechanical Disclaimer
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.
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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