1984 Bristol 38.8 Boat in Swansea, MA 02777 US
Built in 1984
38.8
1 Engine (Universal)
38 feet
Diesel
Fiberglass/Reinforced
Occasionally we come across an older boat that simply makes us stop and stare.
It has details that we aren't sure similar boats have or had. It shows in a glamorous yet truly functional manor.
Introducing "Robin", a 1984 Bristol 38.8.
Now, so many Bristol 38.8's have withstood the test of time and have been maintained and well cared for, "Robin" is at the peak of that list. Yes, her varnish gleams and yes, her stainless teardrop dorade vents sparkle, those are the things we expect.
Then you start to look a little closer, you notice the inmast electric furling mainsail, the new maxwell anchor windlass, the handsome white dodger and bimini that accentuate the flag blue hull. Her electronics, her new electric winches, her galley, her plumbing, her electrical, ...the list goes on and on.
If you are serious about a Bristol 38.8 you have found your next boat.
Review the list here and then let's talk.
Sails, rigging and Canvas
- New Vectra Mainsail (2018)
- New Dacron Genoa (2017)
- Hood Spinnaker
- Hood In-Mast Electric Furling System (new electric motor, 2024)
- Double Spreader Rig
- New Harken MKII Roller Furler (1997)
- New Lewmar Ocean EVO Winch, Port - 12 Volt (2019)
- New Lewmar Ocean EVO Winch, Stbd - 12 Volt (2019)
- New Lewmar Ocean EVO Secondary Winch, Port (2024)
- New Lewmar Ocean EVO Secondary Winch, Stbd (2024)
- Lewmar Stainless Steel Traveler
- Genoa Track, Port and Stbd
- Spinnaker Track, Port and Stbd
- New Running Rigging (2022)
- New Hall Spar Boom Vang (2025)
- New Dyneema Centerboard Pennant (2026)
- New Mainsail and Jib Halyards (2026)
- New Dodger (2018)
- New Bimini (2019)
- New Faircloud Canvas Winter Cover/Frame (2022)
- New Ship Shades (2026)
- New Binnacle Cover (2023)
- New Companionway Boards Cover (2023)
- New Edson Helm Elk Hide Cover (2021)
- New Fender Covers (2021)
Engine and Mechanicals
- Universal Marine Diesel, Model 5444 - 2,462 hrs (August 2026)
- New Steering Pedestal Connector (2023)
- Repacked Shaft Packing Gland (2018)
- New Prop Shaft (2018)
- New Cutlass Bearing (2018)
- New Transmission and Throttle Cables (2018)
- New Fuel Fill Hose (2018)
- New Exhaust Hose, Engine to Muffler (2018)
- New Engine Seawater Pump and Hoses (2019)
- New Engine Seawater Strainer (2021)
- Heat Exchanger Serviced - Gaskets and End Caps (2025)
- New Fuel Hoses (2019)
- New Engine Room Vent Hoses (2021)
- Maxwell VW10 Electric vertical anchor windless with capstan (2026)
Electronics
- New Garmin GPSMap XSV Chartplotter (2018)
- New Garmin GMR 18 XHD Radome (2022)
- New Garmin Speed & Depth (2018)
- New Garmin GNX Wind (2022)
- New Garmin Autopilot (2018)
- ACR CAT II EPIRB (2022)
- New Standard Horizon GX2400 GPS/VHF, NMEA 2000/AIS/GPS (2022)
- New Standard Horizon RAM4X (SSM-72H) Wireless Remote (2022)
- Ritchie Magnetic Compass
- New JVC Radio / Wi-Fi Connect (2021)
- Alpine Speakers, Salon
Electrical - Installed Ground Wire, Deck Fitting/Tank (2018)
- New Windlass Foot Switch (2018)
- 30 Amp Shore Power
- Shore Power Cord
- New Xantrex Solar Flex Panels, (2) 110 Watt (2023)
- New Xantrex MPPT Charge Controller (2023)
- New Xantrex MPPT Charge Controller Display / Nav Station (2023)
- 110 Volt Breaker Panel
- 12 Volt Breaker Panel
- 110 Volt Outlets
- 12 Volt Outlet
- 12 Volt Lighting
- 12 Volt LED Navigation Lights, Refurbished (2021)
- Battery Charger: 40 Amp
- New Alternator (2018)
- (2) 8D AGM Batteries - House
- (1) Group 31 Battery - Start
- New Battery Wiring (2018)
- New Guest Battery Switch - Start (2018)
- New Guest Battery Switch - House (2018)
- New Parallel Battery Switch (2018)
- New 3-Stage Voltage Regulator (2018)
Plumbing
- All Seacocks Serviced (2018)
- New Holding Tank Vent Hose (2018)
- New Anchor Locker Drain Hose (2018)
- New Isotemp Stainless Steel 11-Gallon Water Heater (2021)
- New Propane Solenoid/Control (2018)
- New Propane Gauge and Hoses (2018)
- New Propane Tanks, (2) 5-Gallon (2022)
- New Force 10 Three-Burner Stove, Oven, Broiler (2018)
- Graco Model K-H Marine Head - Complete Rebuild (2022)
- New Head Hoses (2019)
- New Holding Tank Manual Overboard Pump (2021)
- New Symmons Cockpit Shower (2021)
- New Galley Faucet (2021)
- Seafrost BD 12v refrigeration (2023)
- New Head/Lav Faucet (2021)
- New 12-Volt Whale IC Bilge Pump (2024)
- New 12-Volt Jabsco Fresh Water Pump (2024)
- New 12-Volt Jabsco Shower Sump Pump (2024)
Miscellaneous
- New Life Sling (2021)
- Teak Cockpit Drink Holder
- Teak Cockpit Grate
- New Custom Teak Drop-Leaf Cockpit Table (2024)
- (4) Stainless Steel Dorades
- Cockpit Cushions
- Mast Painted (1998)
- New Stainless Steel Lifelines (2019)
- New Gate Stanchions (2019)
- Cove Stripe, Awlgrip Gold (2019)
- Boot Stripe, Awlgrip Off White (2019)
Nominal Length
38ft
Length Overall
38.25ft
Length at Waterline
30.58ft
Beam
12.92ft
Max Draft
10.25ft
Drive Up Draft
4.5ft
Displacement
19150lb
Ballast
9500lb
Cabins
2
Heads
1
Fresh Water Tanks
90gal
Fuel Tanks
36gal
Holding Tanks
30gal
Windlass
electric-windlass
Hull Material
fiberglass
Engine 1
Engine Make
Universal
Total Power
44hp
Engine Hours
2642
Engine Type
inboard
Fuel Type
diesel
Engine Year
1984
Drive Type
direct
Propeller Type
3-blade
Propeller Material
bronze
Cockpit Shower
✓
Solar Panel
✓
Cockpit Cushions
✓
Cockpit Table
✓
Swimming Ladder
✓
Electric Bilge Pump
✓
Marine Head
✓
Hot Water
✓
Refrigerator
✓
Battery Charger
✓
Depthsounder
✓
Radar
✓
Wind Speed And Direction
✓
Navigation Center
✓
Plotter
✓
Autopilot
✓
Radio
✓
Compass
✓
Gps
✓
Vhf
✓
Bimini Top
✓
Spray Hood
✓
Shore Power Inlet
✓
Steering Wheel
✓
Furling Mainsail
✓
Furling Genoa
✓
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.
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/1/26 | Initial price | $89,900 |
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Principal Loan Amount$ 76,415
Total Payment$136,627.18
Monthly payment
$569.28/mo
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Use our boat payment calculator to estimate monthly payments for 1984 Bristol 38.8. Enter your down payment, choose a loan term, and adjust the interest rate to see an instant payment estimate — ideal if you're calculating boat payments before you enquire. Wondering how much does a Racer/Cruiser cost in today's market, or how much does a Bristol cost for similar models? This boat financing calculator helps you compare scenarios in seconds, whether you're considering used boat financing or a new purchase.
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Principal Loan Amount$ 76,415
Total Payment$136,627.18
Monthly payment
$569.28/mo
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| Price | $89,900 | $99,000 | $77,900 | $77,000 | $64,900 | $44,900 |
| Location | Swansea | Gloucester | Mattapoisett | Fairhaven | Marblehead | Newburyport |
| Nominal Length | 38' | 42' | 40' | 37' | 36' | 38' |
| Beam | 13' | - | - | - | - | - |
| Draft | 10' | - | - | - | - | - |
| Engine Make | Universal | Yanmar | Westerbeke | - | Yanmar | Beta |
| Total Engine Power | 44 hp | 56 hp | 48 hp | - | 30 hp | 38 hp |
| Days on Market | 2 | 150 | 26 | 862 | 5 | 315 |
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Mattapoisett, MA 02739
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32 Neds Point Rd, Mattapoisett, MA, 02739
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