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  • Slide: The Image of Control panel of a 1982 Catalina 38 sailboat featuring a Standard Horizon radio and Pioneer stereo. - 28The Image of Control panel of a 1982 Catalina 38 sailboat featuring a Standard Horizon radio and Pioneer stereo. - 28
  • Slide: The Image of Handheld radio device on a metallic surface, featuring a screen and multiple buttons. - 29The Image of Handheld radio device on a metallic surface, featuring a screen and multiple buttons. - 29
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1982 Catalina 38

$41,500

Used

Boat in San Pedro, CA 90731 US

builtBuilt in 1982
Year the boat was built
model

38

Boat model
engine

1 Engine (UNIVERSAL)

Engine type and count
length

38 feet

Overall boat length
fuel

Diesel

Fuel type
material

Fiberglass/Reinforced

Hull material

1982 Catalina 38 Diesel Sailboat - Classic Performance Cruiser

This 1982 Catalina 38 is a proven cruiser designed by the legendary Sparkman & Stephens, combining speed, comfort, and timeless lines. Powered by a reliable diesel engine, she's built for both coastal cruising and spirited sailing. The spacious cockpit and well-balanced helm make her a joy to sail, while the roomy interior offers comfortable accommodations for extended stays aboard.

Features include a large V-berth forward, private head, full galley, generous salon seating, and solid teak finishes throughout. With her sleek hull design and efficient rig, the Catalina 38 delivers strong performance under sail and enduring appeal.

A great choice for sailors seeking classic design, dependable diesel power, and Catalina quality.

Nominal Length
38ft
Length Overall
38ft
Length at Waterline
30ft
Beam
11.07ft
Max Draft
6.67ft
Dry Weight
15900lb
Ballast
6850lb
Fresh Water Tanks
55gal
Fuel Tanks
20gal
Windlass
electric-windlass
Hull Material
fiberglass
Engine 1
Engine Make
UNIVERSAL
Engine Model
30
Total Power
30hp
Engine Type
inboard
Fuel Type
diesel
Engine Year
1982
Drive Type
direct
EQUIPMENT

2 LEWMAR 42 ST

2 LEWMAR 55 3 SPEEDS

1 LEWMAR 40 ST

2 LEWMAR 10

PROFURL ROLLER FURLING

MAIN AND GENOA W/NEW COVER

SPINNAKER/STORM JIB

LAZY JACKS '25

DODGER 

SPINNAKER POLE

REACHING STRUT

3 DECK HATCHES

MAXWELL ELECTRIC WINDLASS

DELTA ANCHOR W/AMPLE C/R

DANFORTH ANCHOR

BBQ

DOUBLE LIFELINES

SS BOW AND STERN PULPITS

ANCHOR ROLLER

WHEEL STEERING

COCKPIT TABLE

COCKPIT STEREO SPEAKERS '25

HALYARDS LEAD TO COCKPIT

STERN BOARDING LADDER

RAYMARINE AUTOPILOT

GARMAN 740S GPS PLOTTER/RADAR

STANDARD QUANTUM VHF W/AIS '25

STEREO JVC '25

PROPANE GALLEY STOVE

12 VOLT REFRIGERATION

HOT/COLD PRESSURE WATER

12 VOLT WATER MAKER

STARLINK '25

BATTERY CHARGER

COCKPIT CUSHIONS '25

MAST PULLED AND SERVICED: LED LIGHTS/WIRING/SHEEVES/HALYARDS/MAST/SPREADER BOOTS '25

LED RUNING LIGHTS '25

INTERIOR CURTAINS '25

INTERIOR LED LIGHTS '25

PORTABLE AC

 BULKHEAD TV '25

(2) GROUP 31 AMG BATTERIES '25

 

 

ENGINE

ENGINE REBUILT '25

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

DateEventPrice
10/27/25Initial price$41,500

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