1978 C&C 38 Mark II Sold Boat in Yarmouth, ME US
38 Mark II
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38 feet
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Fiberglass/Reinforced
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1978 C&C 38 Mark II | |||||
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| Price | $67,500 | $75,000 | $59,890 | $59,000 | $58,900 |
| Location | Yarmouth | Brooklin | Rockland | Georgetown | Falmouth |
| Nominal Length | 38' | 41' | 37' | 32' | 35' |
| Beam | 12' | - | - | - | - |
| Draft | 6' | - | - | - | - |
| Engine Make | - | Westerbeke | Nanni | - | Yanmar |
| Total Engine Power | - | 52 hp | 38 hp | - | 27 hp |
| Days on Market | 9484 | 74 | 294 | 352 | 36 |
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Displacement: 14,700
Engines
Total Power: 28
Tanks
Fuel: 25
Fresh Water: 60
Holding: 15
Accommodations and Layout
KALI is a beautifully maintained and updated cruiser/live-aboard in exceptional condition. She has accommodations for seven comfortably. The forward cabin is a double V-berth with storage and counter top to port, and a full length dry locker to starboard. Aft of the forward cabin is a fully enclosed teak paneled head to port, and a full length wet locker to starboard. The main salon, also custom teak paneled, includes two settee berths as well as two full length pilot berths, and a large single quarter berth aft to port. A solid teak custom double drop leaf table, containing wells for wine storage, is located on center in the salon. The cabin sole is teak and holly throughout. The salon also features a beautiful custom installed antique "Paul Luke" type soapstone/brass wood burning fireplace. All berths are fully-lined with color coordinated interior cushions in like-new condition. Of particular interest, all five fixed ports have been replaced with sea going opening ports for excellent ventilation. Another custom feature is the oversize teak lift-top chart table to port at the bottom of the companionway. The Mark II model was designed with an extra long cockpit that seats seven comfortably, with exterior cushions all around a teak fold-away cocktail table. The beautifully varnished custom 1" x 9" teak coaming around the cockpit exemplifies the quality enhancements which have been made to this special yacht.
Galley
The U-shaped galley is to starboard and includes a deep stainless steel sink, hot and cold pressure water (head and galley have auxiliary foot pumps) a Force 10 three-burner LPG stove with full oven, an Alder Barbour refrigeration system, and custom cabinets.
Electronics
Located at the Nav station are Datamarine Link, AWI, CDX, depth, and speed instruments, and a Micrologic 8000 Loran, all with remotes to the cockpit. A Rathyon RX-10 radar is mounted below, and is visible from the helm. The Radome is located on a Questus, gimbaled mount on the aft stay. The pedestal, with an elk hide covered 48" destroyer wheel, has a custom mount for the Garmin GPS (model 45)which is included. The VHF radio at the Nav station is a Standard Horizon Galaxy. An 8 ft Shakespeare "long range" phone antenna is mounted on the aft rail.
Electrical
All wiring and main breaker panel upgraded in 1990 and 1995. 12 volt system, plus 120 volt shore power throughout, with fifty foot shore power cable. Three "Exide-Gold marine 1999 deep cycle batteries w/selector. 50A/700W alternator.
Hull & Deck
Fiberglass hull, partially cored and cored deck, midstay stainless steel tie rod. Non-skid texture working areas. Flag blue awlgrip, white boot top & goldleaf coving stripe.
Spars and Rigging
ALL SPARS, STANDING RIGGING AND RUNNING RIGGING NEW IN 1999 AT A COST OF $27,000
Spars: "Tall Rig", keel-stepped tapered aluminum white awlgrip mast, PVC conduit for all wiring, double airfoil tapered spreaders, "Strong" mainsail track and Trysail 7/8" track riveted to port side, and Staysail hound w/tangs backing plate for future running back stays. The boom, also white awlgrip, has Schaefer three leg lazy jack cheek blocks.
Standing Rigging: Navtec fittings and nitronic 50 rod shrouds, fore and aft stays. Harken black 1.5 MK 3 jib roller furler/reefing system with double track foil head stay. Aft stay fitted for Questus gimbaled Radome and antenna mounts.
Running rigging: two main, two jib, and two spinnaker halyards of 10mm T-900 line. Pole lift is 3/8" dacron braid and boom topping lift is 3/16" life line. All halyards and two reefing lines as well as the jib furler are led aft to the cockpit. Lazy jack lines are adjustable at the boom.
Poles: Aluminum spinnaker pole, light whisker pole, and reaching strut (new in 1998)
Sails & Winches, Canvas & Ground Tackle
North full batten main (up graded in 1999); North #1 Genoa, North #2 & Ulmer #3 working jib, Ulmer Drifter, and a very pretty spinnaker; all with bags.
Winches include two primary Lewmar model 55 3-speed racing winches and two secondary Barient #28 winches. Four Barient #21/22 winches are on the cabin top under the dodger for primary halyards and reefing lines, and four secondary Barients are forward for additional sail and line control.
Canvas (NEW 1999): Dodger, awning & sail cover of White Sunbrella & leather, custom made.
Ground Tackle (1995): 33# Bruce w/22' of 3/8" HT chain, 230' of 3/4" nylon rode on stainless steel bow roller w/custom anchor locker. 22# Danforth w/6' of 5/16 HT chain , 150' 3/4" nylon rode; plus spare 22# Bruce stowed in V-berth.
Additional Features
Cockpit table & glass rack. Ensign & staff. Outboard Bracket. Transom swim ladder. Cockpit hot & cold fresh water shower. Auxiliary tiller. Six PFD's type II. Air horn. Horseshoe & whistle. Pistol flares. Man overboard pole w/Oscar. MOB floating strobe. Search lights. Battery charger. Three fenders w/ socks. Five dock lines. Snatch block. Boat hook. Three winch handles. Four fire extinguishers (1997). Brass inclinometer. ss Barometer. Engine crank handle. Electric bilge pump. Manual gusher pump at helm. All head & plumbing hoses replaced in 1999. New cutlass bearing, cutters, prop tune, engine alignment, heat exchanger cleaning/reconditioning, and new propane regulators and hoses done in 1998. Many spare parts, misc. hardware, and all manuals included, along with lots of dry hardwood ready for the wood stove...bring your own marshmallows!!
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.
Displacement: 14,700
Engines
Total Power: 28
Tanks
Fuel: 25
Fresh Water: 60
Holding: 15
Accommodations and Layout
KALI is a beautifully maintained and updated cruiser/live-aboard in exceptional condition. She has accommodations for seven comfortably. The forward cabin is a double V-berth with storage and counter top to port, and a full length dry locker to starboard. Aft of the forward cabin is a fully enclosed teak paneled head to port, and a full length wet locker to starboard. The main salon, also custom teak paneled, includes two settee berths as well as two full length pilot berths, and a large single quarter berth aft to port. A solid teak custom double drop leaf table, containing wells for wine storage, is located on center in the salon. The cabin sole is teak and holly throughout. The salon also features a beautiful custom installed antique "Paul Luke" type soapstone/brass wood burning fireplace. All berths are fully-lined with color coordinated interior cushions in like-new condition. Of particular interest, all five fixed ports have been replaced with sea going opening ports for excellent ventilation. Another custom feature is the oversize teak lift-top chart table to port at the bottom of the companionway. The Mark II model was designed with an extra long cockpit that seats seven comfortably, with exterior cushions all around a teak fold-away cocktail table. The beautifully varnished custom 1" x 9" teak coaming around the cockpit exemplifies the quality enhancements which have been made to this special yacht.
Galley
The U-shaped galley is to starboard and includes a deep stainless steel sink, hot and cold pressure water (head and galley have auxiliary foot pumps) a Force 10 three-burner LPG stove with full oven, an Alder Barbour refrigeration system, and custom cabinets.
Electronics
Located at the Nav station are Datamarine Link, AWI, CDX, depth, and speed instruments, and a Micrologic 8000 Loran, all with remotes to the cockpit. A Rathyon RX-10 radar is mounted below, and is visible from the helm. The Radome is located on a Questus, gimbaled mount on the aft stay. The pedestal, with an elk hide covered 48" destroyer wheel, has a custom mount for the Garmin GPS (model 45)which is included. The VHF radio at the Nav station is a Standard Horizon Galaxy. An 8 ft Shakespeare "long range" phone antenna is mounted on the aft rail.
Electrical
All wiring and main breaker panel upgraded in 1990 and 1995. 12 volt system, plus 120 volt shore power throughout, with fifty foot shore power cable. Three "Exide-Gold marine 1999 deep cycle batteries w/selector. 50A/700W alternator.
Hull & Deck
Fiberglass hull, partially cored and cored deck, midstay stainless steel tie rod. Non-skid texture working areas. Flag blue awlgrip, white boot top & goldleaf coving stripe.
Spars and Rigging
ALL SPARS, STANDING RIGGING AND RUNNING RIGGING NEW IN 1999 AT A COST OF $27,000
Spars: "Tall Rig", keel-stepped tapered aluminum white awlgrip mast, PVC conduit for all wiring, double airfoil tapered spreaders, "Strong" mainsail track and Trysail 7/8" track riveted to port side, and Staysail hound w/tangs backing plate for future running back stays. The boom, also white awlgrip, has Schaefer three leg lazy jack cheek blocks.
Standing Rigging: Navtec fittings and nitronic 50 rod shrouds, fore and aft stays. Harken black 1.5 MK 3 jib roller furler/reefing system with double track foil head stay. Aft stay fitted for Questus gimbaled Radome and antenna mounts.
Running rigging: two main, two jib, and two spinnaker halyards of 10mm T-900 line. Pole lift is 3/8" dacron braid and boom topping lift is 3/16" life line. All halyards and two reefing lines as well as the jib furler are led aft to the cockpit. Lazy jack lines are adjustable at the boom.
Poles: Aluminum spinnaker pole, light whisker pole, and reaching strut (new in 1998)
Sails & Winches, Canvas & Ground Tackle
North full batten main (up graded in 1999); North #1 Genoa, North #2 & Ulmer #3 working jib, Ulmer Drifter, and a very pretty spinnaker; all with bags.
Winches include two primary Lewmar model 55 3-speed racing winches and two secondary Barient #28 winches. Four Barient #21/22 winches are on the cabin top under the dodger for primary halyards and reefing lines, and four secondary Barients are forward for additional sail and line control.
Canvas (NEW 1999): Dodger, awning & sail cover of White Sunbrella & leather, custom made.
Ground Tackle (1995): 33# Bruce w/22' of 3/8" HT chain, 230' of 3/4" nylon rode on stainless steel bow roller w/custom anchor locker. 22# Danforth w/6' of 5/16 HT chain , 150' 3/4" nylon rode; plus spare 22# Bruce stowed in V-berth.
Additional Features
Cockpit table & glass rack. Ensign & staff. Outboard Bracket. Transom swim ladder. Cockpit hot & cold fresh water shower. Auxiliary tiller. Six PFD's type II. Air horn. Horseshoe & whistle. Pistol flares. Man overboard pole w/Oscar. MOB floating strobe. Search lights. Battery charger. Three fenders w/ socks. Five dock lines. Snatch block. Boat hook. Three winch handles. Four fire extinguishers (1997). Brass inclinometer. ss Barometer. Engine crank handle. Electric bilge pump. Manual gusher pump at helm. All head & plumbing hoses replaced in 1999. New cutlass bearing, cutters, prop tune, engine alignment, heat exchanger cleaning/reconditioning, and new propane regulators and hoses done in 1998. Many spare parts, misc. hardware, and all manuals included, along with lots of dry hardwood ready for the wood stove...bring your own marshmallows!!
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.
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Customers praise the 1978 C&C 38 Mark II for its exceptional blend of performance and comfort
Many highlight its solid construction and responsive handling, making it a favorite among sailors who enjoy both cruising and racing. Owners appreciate the spacious and well-designed interior, which offers ample accommodations for extended trips. The boat's classic styling combined with reliable sailing characteristics continues to earn it high marks for versatility and enduring appeal. Overall, the C&C 38 Mark II is celebrated for delivering a rewarding sailing experience with timeless quality.
The Biggest Pros and Cons
The 1978 C&C 38 Mark II is a classic cruiser-racer that offers a blend of performance and comfort. Here are some of the key pros and cons of this model:
Pros
Performance-Oriented Design: The Mark II features a well-balanced hull and sail plan, providing good speed and handling for both racing and cruising.
Solid Construction: Built by C&C Yachts, it benefits from quality craftsmanship and durable fiberglass construction typical of the era.
Spacious Interior: Compared to other boats in its class, the 38 Mark II offers a comfortable and practical interior layout suitable for extended cruising.
Good Upwind Ability: The design includes a fin keel and spade rudder, which contribute to excellent upwind performance and maneuverability.
Classic Aesthetic: Its timeless design appeals to sailors who appreciate vintage yachts with traditional lines.
Cons
Older Systems: Being a 1978 model, many onboard systems such as electrical, plumbing, and engine may require upgrades or regular maintenance.
Limited Modern Amenities: The boat lacks some of the conveniences and technologies found in newer yachts, which might be a consideration for those seeking contemporary comfort.
Potential for Wear: Depending on how well it has been maintained, issues like deck core soft spots or rigging wear can be common in boats of this age.
Heavier Displacement: Compared to modern designs, the C&C 38 Mark II is relatively heavy, which can affect light wind performance.
Interior Styling: The interior design and materials reflect the late 1970s styling, which may not appeal to everyone without refurbishment.
Made For
The 1978 C&C 38 Mark II is ideal for sailors seeking a versatile and performance-oriented cruiser-racer. Designed for those who appreciate a blend of competitive sailing capabilities and comfortable accommodations, this boat suits experienced sailors who enjoy weekend cruising, club racing, or coastal passagemaking. Its sturdy build and responsive handling make it a great choice for individuals or small crews looking for a reliable and well-balanced vessel.
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