1998 Krogen Express 49 "Blue Magic"

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1998 Krogen Express 49 – “Blue Magic”

📍 Ponce, Puerto Rico | 💲$424,950

Broker Contact: Burke Devereux | Little Yacht Sales

📞 281-734-6625 | ✉️ [email protected]

Blue Magic is a beautifully maintained 1998 Krogen Express 49 — a semi-displacement trawler offering timeless style, reliable performance, and a thoughtfully upgraded cruising platform. With only two owners since new, she has been consistently cared for and tastefully updated, including a full Raymarine electronics suite (2022), all-new appliances, fresh upholstery, and a 2025 bottom job and topside wax.

Her twin Caterpillar 3116TA diesels cruise comfortably at 16 knots and can reach 20, offering versatility and efficiency for long-range travel or coastal adventures. Whether you’re heading around the Loop, island-hopping the Caribbean, or living aboard, Blue Magic is turnkey and ready for your next voyage.

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Specifications

• LOA: 49’6” | Beam: 14’9” | Draft: 4’0”

• Displacement: 37,000 lbs | Bridge Clearance: 22’

• Fuel: 600 gal | Water: 300 gal | Holding: 100 gal

• Engines: Twin Caterpillar 3116TA (350hp each)

• Generator: Northern Lights 8kW

• Cruising Speed: 16 knots | Max Speed: 20 knots

• Cabins: 2 | Heads: 2 | Sleeps: 4+

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Recent Upgrades (2022–2025)

• Topside waxed – 2025

• Bottom job completed – 2025

• 3M window tinting – 2025

• New Frigidaire full-size refrigerator – 2025

• New Bosch microwave & stove/oven cooktop – 2023

• New flybridge and cockpit upholstery – 2023

• New custom mattresses in both staterooms – 2023

• Complete Raymarine electronics suite – 2022

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Interior Layout

Salon & Galley

The salon features an L-shaped settee with a hi-lo teak table, large opening windows, and beautiful cherry joinery. The portside galley is open and well-equipped for cruising.

• Frigidaire full-size refrigerator (2025)

• Bosch microwave and stove/oven (2023)

• Corian countertops

• Stainless steel sink and ample cabinetry

Master Stateroom

Located forward with a walkaround queen berth and new mattress (2023). Excellent storage includes dual hanging lockers, drawers, and a dresser. The ensuite head includes a stall shower.

• Overhead hatch with screen

• Four opening portlights

• Ensuite head with Vacuflush toilet, molded shower stall, and Corian vanity

Guest Stateroom & Head

Amidships to port, the guest cabin doubles as a lounge or office with over/under bunks and built-in desk. Across the hall is the guest head and separate washer/dryer unit.

• New mattresses (2023)

• Hanging locker, drawers, and desk

• Private head with stall shower, Vacuflush toilet, and vanity

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Mechanical & Engine Room

• Twin Caterpillar 3116TAs (350hp)

• Twin Disc transmissions

• Northern Lights 8kW generator

• Walk-in engine room with diamond plate flooring

• Fireboy fire suppression system

• 8D start batteries; Group 31 for genset

• Stainless steel water tanks | Aluminum fuel tanks

• Battery charger |

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Electronics & Navigation (Upgraded 2022)

• Raymarine multifunction displays

• Raymarine radar

• Raymarine autopilot

• Raymarine AIS

• Depth sounder

• VHF radio

• ACR remote spotlight

• Compass

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Exterior & Deck

• Flybridge with helm and seating — new cushions (2023)

• Wide side decks with non-skid

• Portuguese bridge

• Covered aft cockpit with seating

• Swim platform with transom door

• 3M window tint (2025)

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Additional Features

• Reverse-cycle air conditioning throughout

• Vacuflush heads

• Shore power with charger

• Covered aft deck

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Remarks

Blue Magic is one of the finest Krogen Express 49s available — well-loved, recently upgraded, and ready to cruise. Her strong mechanical systems, recent bottom work, modern electronics, and comfortable interior make her ideal for anyone seeking a fast trawler with proven performance.

Located in Ponce, Puerto Rico and available for immediate showing.

DINGHY NOT INCLUDED IN THE SALE.

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Contact Broker

Burke Devereux

Little Yacht Sales

📞 281-734-6625

✉️ [email protected]

🌐 www.LittleYachtSales.com

Bluewater Yacht Sales is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by Little 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