40' 1997 Sea Ray

The Sea Ray 400 Express Cruiser is one of the classic express cruisers of the 1990s, known for combining a big, social cockpit with a genuinely livable interior plan. The deep V running surface is designed to deliver a confident ride in typical coastal conditions, and the overall layout prioritizes owner and guest comfort without giving up helm visibility, storage, or service access.

A major strength of the 400 Express is how much it feels like a “real” cruiser once you step below. The forward stateroom is a true private cabin with an island berth and excellent storage, while the starboard lounge area converts into a second private sleeping space with a pocket door, giving this boat real two cabin flexibility for couples, families, or guests. The salon and galley arrangement is practical for weekends aboard, with a comfortable settee, dedicated dining, and a full galley that can support longer stays.

This specific 400 Express Cruiser is powered by twin Cummins diesels (reported 834 hours) and equipped with a Westerbeke generator and reverse cycle air conditioning, supporting comfortable cruising and time aboard at anchor. At the helm, Garmin electronics and Simrad autopilot round out a setup suited for coastal cruising and weekend getaways.

Key Features

• Twin Cummins diesels, 300 HP each (600 HP total), 834 hours (reported)
• Westerbeke 7.6 kW generator
• Reverse cycle air conditioning and heat (24,000 BTU)
• Two cabin versatility: forward stateroom plus convertible starboard cabin behind a pocket door
• Garmin plotters, Garmin radar, Garmin depth sounder
• Simrad AP24 autopilot, Icom IC M604 VHF
• Large cockpit with U shaped seating, cockpit table, wet bar with icemaker, radar arch