Description

BAVARIA 38-3 CRUISER Spacious three-cabin version with a bathroom and shower. This yacht is in good condition and well-equipped for sailing, built in 2003. The boat was first sold in Holland in 2003 from a dealer, and the VAT receipt is available. We are the third owners, and it has been stored indoors during winter under both our ownership and that of the previous owner, where it has remained warm, dry, and free from wear, moisture, and algae from the elements. Dimensions: Length: 11.91m Beam: 3.87m Draft: 1.85m Mast Height: 17.50m Displacement: 7000kg Hull Color: White Propulsion: Volvo Penta MD2030 29hp Year: 2003 Approx. 1800 running hours. S-drive with a new three-blade fixed aluminum propeller Cooling: Sea water/Freshwater Fuel Consumption: 3.5 l./h at cruising speed: 6-6.5 knots Maximum speed under power: 7 knots Electric bow thruster The boat received a new rudder bearing in 2020. Tank Capacities: Water Tank: 2 x 150L Hot Water Heater Diesel Tank: 150L Holding Tank: 80L Deck: 6 x Harken winches Electric anchor windlass Anchor + chain Furling genoa from 2024 Compass Folding Lewmar boarding ladder for easy access to and from the boat when moored stern-to at a floating dock with the seat at the helm removed. Emergency tiller Sprayhood with new windows from 2024 Cockpit tent with new windows from 2024 Swim ladder on the swim platform Shower on the swim platform 2 stainless steel davits for dinghy on the swim platform Large folding cockpit table with extra leaves to comfortably seat six people for dining in the cockpit LED lighting in the cockpit Deck light in the mast for illuminating the foredeck Teak decking in the cockpit, on the cockpit benches, and on the swim platform 2 comfortable seats on the stern rail, one on each side. Manual bilge pump in the aft cockpit 2 very large and spacious locker benches in the cockpit for storing grill, bicycles, fenders, mooring lines, dinghy, fishing rods, water sports equipment, etc. Electronics: Raymarine equipment from when the boat was new. We have used this as secondary navigation and have sailed using Navionic charts on an iPad, where AIS signals also operate via Wi-Fi. Raymarine chartplotter – screen has some sun damage with minor cracking and a small black spot. Raymarine GPS located at the chart table – screen does not work but sends data to other components in the system fine. Raymarine autopilot with remote control so you can relax in one of the aft seats or on the foredeck while adjusting course. Raymarine ST60 wind, sonar, and log display Raymarine VHF DSC of newer date (2016-2019) – one unit mounted at chart table in salon and one unit for mounting at helm station in cockpit with outdoor speaker AIS – B which can also be used as a receiver via Wi-Fi signal for example Navionic on mobile or tablet. Audio system with indoor speakers Shore power + charger Engine battery 70Ah 12V year model 2024 Service batteries 2 x 105Ah Battery for bow thruster and anchor windlass from 2024 12V DC socket 220V socket from shore power distributed throughout the boat 3000-watt inverter from 12V batteries to 220V while sailing LED lanterns Electric bilge pump under the floorboards Interior: The interior features a main salon with U-shaped sofa group, well-equipped galley, and chart table. On port side aft is a bathroom with shower and electric toilet from 2023 Forward cabin with large double berth featuring custom-made mattresses and thick quality topper 2 aft cabins with double beds and custom-made thick quality toppers Large spacious salon with longitudinally arranged well-equipped galley containing everything needed Large refrigerator with hatch in countertop Stove with four gas burners and oven Webasto diesel heater Water heater heated via engine cooling water system as well as an electric element for heating via shore power TV with antenna mounted on mast providing access to many channels DVD player Pressurized water pump providing cold and hot water in galley, toilet, shower, and on swim platform Custom-fitted carpets made by sailmaker included Cushions in salon reupholstered by sailmaker LED lighting throughout the boat Clock and barometer Large storage space under double berth at bow where bicycles, water sports equipment, grill etc., can be stored Locker benches and numerous storage compartments under floorboards Ample cupboard space and storage throughout both salon and three cabins Mast & Sails: 9/10 two-spreader mast Furling mainsail by Elvstrøm in good condition Furling genoa at 160%, Fastsails from 2024 All lines led to cockpit making it easy and safe to sail whether single-handed or family sailing. The boat is well-maintained and newly polished for the 2026 season. The engine has been serviced annually with oil changes, filters, and impeller replacements. It is suitable for relaxed cruising as well as sport sailing while offering comfort and safety at sea. There are excellent presentations available on YouTube by searching for Bavaria 38 Cruiser.