Broker Remarks

Dufour 38 Classic (2002) well presented by the current owners. This yacht has been regularly maintained and is presented with new Genoa and Main sails.

The Dufour 38 is a good looking yacht, has a large cockpit with contoured seats, with wide side decks that make it possible to move forward safely and rapidly, using the long grabrails on the cabin top. All halyards and sail controls are led aft to the cockpit, and there are self-tailing Lewmar winches either side of the companionway. 

With its fin keel and reliable rigging setup, the Dufour 38 Classic provides a balance of stability and handling that appeals to both experienced sailors and those seeking comfort on longer passages. The Volvo Penta MD2040 engine and sail drive offer efficient propulsion, especially useful for manoeuvres and low-wind conditions.

Overall, the Dufour 38 Classic represents a well-built, comfortable cruising yacht suitable for serious coastal and blue-water sailing, featuring practical layouts and reliable equipment for an enjoyable and secure sailing experience.

• Manufacturer: Dufour
• Price: £60,000
  Part Exchange Considered
• Location: Corfu
• Year: 2002
• LOA: 38'8" (11.79m)
• Berths: 6
• Draft in M: Max: 1.45
• Keel: Fin keel
• ID no.: 21F9601098

• Cabins: 3
• Heads: 1
• Showers: 2
• Watertank Size: 680 Litres
• Engine Make: Volvo Penta
• Horsepower: 40hp
• Drive Type: Saildrive
• Fuel Type: Diesel
• Fuel Tank Size: 160 Litres

Accommodation

Additional Information

Interior Layout and Amenities

• Design: Rich, classic mahogany interior that reflects traditional craftsmanship.
• Accommodations:
  • Cabins: Three cabins – two twin cabins aft and one spacious forward cabin with a sofa and dual wardrobes.
  • Height: Headroom is approximately 1.85 meters.
  • Berths: Sleeps six comfortably in the cabins, plus additional sleeping for two in the dinette.
• Dining and Navigation:
  • Dinette: Spacious with ample seating.
  • Chart Table: Includes a seat for navigation.
• Galley:
  • Located along the wall, equipped with a double sink and Corian worktops.
  • Includes a tilting gas stove with two burners, an oven, and a large refrigerator.
  • Hot and Cold Water: Pressurized water system with a dual-purpose boiler.

Conceived by Olivier Poncin and developed by Yann Chabaud, the Dufour 38 Classic illustrates the intelligent use of space with no concessions in the use of materials or choice of fittings and navigational elements. Built to quality criteria defined by Dufour, the 38 Classic has been built for both comfort at sea and in port. Sailors will appreciate the quality of the solid mahogany joinery that is dear to Dufour, the use of high quality fittings, the impressive space in the offset saloon, and the spacious galley along with the separate shower stall. The 38 is a blue water cruiser which fits in the middle of the exquisite Dufour Classic range.

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.

Mechanical and Rigging

Mechanical and Electrical Systems

• Engine: Volvo Penta MD 2040, 40 HP (29 kW), with around 3500 engine hours.
  • Transmission: Saildrive with a 3-blade folding propeller by Volvo, efficient and reliable.
• Electrical System:
  • Voltage: 12V/220V.
  • Batteries: Three service batteries (105 Ah each) and a separate engine battery (90 Ah).
  • Charging Options: Shore power and solar panel for charging versatility.
  • Bow thruster.
  • Electric winch
  • DSC VHF radio
• Bilge Pumps: Equipped with both manual and electric bilge pumps.

On-Deck Equipment

• Comfort:
  • Sprayhood: With an additional stainless steel handle for stability.
  • Bimini and Roll Bar: Provides protection from the sun and elements.
  • Cockpit Table: Durable fiberglass.
• Anchoring System:
• Electric Windlass: For easy anchor handling.
• Anchor winch control to cockpit.
• 63m chain (stainless)

• Rigging and Sails

  • Rig Type: Sloop-rigged with a 2-spreader aluminum mast by Performance Spars.
    • Mainsail Furler: For easy handling of the mainsail.
    • Headsail Furling: Facnor LS 180 system.
    • Adjustable Backstay and Forestay: With handwheel tensioners for fine-tuning.
    • Rigid boom vang.
    • Winches: Two Lewmar 44 ST sheet winches, two Lewmar 30 ST halyard winches.
  • Sail Inventory:
    • Furling Mainsail
    • Genoa
    • Cruising Shoot

Inventory

Hull and Structure

• Material: Fiberglass hull, superstructure, and deck.
• Design: White round-bilge hull with distinctive blue stripes.
• Keel Type: Fin keel, enhancing stability and performance.
• Displacement: Approximately 6.55 tonnes, with ballast weighing around 2.1 tonnes (lead), contributing to stability.
• Steering: Whitlock wheel steering and emergency tiller.

Tank Capacities

• Fuel Capacity: Approximately 160 liters (polythene tank).
• Fresh Water Capacity: Two tanks – one 180 liters and another 160 liters.
• Holding Tank: Present for wastewater management.

Finance