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1981 Cheer Men PT 38 EuropaSold

$70,000

Used
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builtBuilt in 1981
Year the boat was built
model

PT 38 Europa

Boat model
engine

1 Engine (Perkins)

Engine type and count
length

38 feet

Overall boat length
fuel

Diesel

Fuel type
material

Fiberglass/Reinforced

Hull material
Nominal Length
38ft
Length Overall
47.5ft
Length on Deck
38ft
Beam
13.5ft
Drive Up Draft
3.83ft
Dry Weight
25325lb
Fresh Water Tanks
300gal
Fuel Tanks
350gal
Holding Tanks
32gal
Windlass
electric-windlass
Hull Material
fiberglass
Hull Shape
displacement
Engine 1
Engine Make
Perkins
Engine Model
Range4 M200Ti
Total Power
185hp
Engine Hours
3000
Engine Type
inboard
Fuel Type
diesel
Engine Year
1995
Drive Type
direct
Propeller Type
3-blade
Propeller Material
bronze
38' Cheer Men Marine PT Europa Sedan Trawler 1981

SPECIFICATIONS:

  • LOA - 46'
  • LOD - 38'
  • Beam - 13' 6"
  • Draft - 4' 6"
  • Weight - 25,325 lbs.
  • Hull - Solid Fiberglass
  • Hull Type - Semi-Displacement
  • Decks - Fiberglass with Teak  Overlay - Solid, Dry, No Leaks, No Soft Spots
  • Designer - Ed Monk Jr.
  • Builder - Cheer Men Marine in Kaohsiung, Taiwan
  • Year Built - 1981
  • Staterooms - 2
  • Heads - 1

TANKAGE:

  • FUEL - 350 Gallons - in 2 Tanks - Cleaned & Inspected 2022
  • WATER - 300 Gallons in 2 Tanks with UV Light Filter System
  • HOLDING - 32 Gallons in 1 Tank
  • HOT WATER TANK - 10 Gallon Torrid Hot Water Heater
  • PROPANE - 

INTERIOR:

  • Interior - Abundant Teak Joinery
  •               Bright Natural Light
  •               Ample Storage & Headroom Throughout this vessel
  • Exterior Doors - Teal Pilothouse Starboard Door
  •                           Teak Sliding Aft Cockpit / Salon Door 
  • Boarding Gates - Port & Starboard Sides
  • Salon Windows - Port & Starboard Sliding Side Windows
  • Upholstery is Black Leather
  • Sleeps (4) - (2) in Forward Master Stateroom with Island Queen Walk Around Berth
  •                          with Custom Mattress 
  •                     (2) in Guest Cabin with Twin Guest Berths and Hanging Closet
  • Private Enclosed Full Head with Separate Shower Stall
  •                                                     Quiet MasterFlush 8120 Electric Toilet - NEW
  • Hot & Cold Pressure Water System with Ultraviolet Water Sterilizer System
  • Galley with Corian Counter Tops
  • Galley Sink - Double Deep Stainless Steel Sink
  • Galley Stove & Oven - Force 10 Propane (3) Burner 
  • Galley Refrigerator - Norcold
  • Salon Dinette - Teak Folding Table with L-Shaped Seating
  • Cabin Heating System - Espar Diesel Fired Furnace 
  •                                        Red Dot Radiant Engine Heat 
  • Lighting - LED
  • Head Height - 6' 4"

MECHANICAL & ELECTRICAL:

  • Single Perkins Range 4 - M200Ti, 185hp at 2400rpm, 6-Cylinder, 5.80 Liter, Turbocharged, After-Cooled, Freshwater-Cooled, In-Line, Direct-Drive, Marine Diesel Engine - NEW UPGRADED 1995 (This is a NEW commercial, leisure, advanced technology engine) 
  • Hours - 3,025
  • Engine - Serviced Sept. 2025
  • Engine Fuel Filter - Fuel Filter /Water Separator
  • Transmission - Marine Gear - Borg-Warner Velvet Drive Model 10-18-010 - Ratio 2.57:1
  • Transmission - Serviced Sept. 2025
  • Propeller Shaft - 1.75" Stainless Steel Supported by a Single Shoe- Supported Strut
  • Shaft Log - New 2017
  • Propeller Shaft Seal - PSS Shaft Seal System
  • Propeller - Bronze 3-Blade Left-Hand
  • Rudder - Inboard Mounted Stainless Steel Spade Type Shoe Supported 
  • Rudder Shaft Seal Type - Traditional Bronze Packing Gland
  • Propulsion Control System - (2) Helm Stations
  •                    Morse Marine Twin Lever with Push-Pull Cables Throttle & Shift Controls
  • Cruising Speed - 8 Knots at 2gph
  • Batteries - Start - (1) 8D Wet Cell
  •                  House - (4) Wet Cell L16 6Volt
  •                  Battery Switch - Multiply Rotary
  • Engine Mounted Alternator 
  • Inverter/Charger - Prosport 6
  • Xantrex Charger Inverter
  • 30amp - 120Volt System    
  •                Marinco 30amp Shore Power Cord
  • Isolation Transformer - Charles ISO-G2                         
  • Bilge Pumps - (2) Rule 2000GPH with Automatic / Manual Switch

FLYBRIDGE:

  • Ladder from Cockpit to Aft Flybridge Deck with TeakOverlay
  • Flybridge Helm with Wheel Steering and Full Instrumentation
  • Large Bench Helm Seat with Rear Facing Bench Seat for Guests (Seats 6-8)
  • Bimini Top
  • Flybridge Venture

NAVIGATION & COMMUNICATION:

  • Flybridge Helm - Compass - Gemini
  •                             Autopilot - Garmin Reactor 40 - NEW 2024  
  •                             GPS  - Garmin GPSmap 943 in NavPod Mounting - NEW 2024
  •                             Bow Thruster - Wesmar with NEW Batteries 2024
  • Salon Helm - Compass - Ritchie Powerdamp 4"
  •                      VHF - Standard Horizon Intrepid 
  •                                Standard 
  •                      Auto Pilot - Garmin Reactor40 with GHC50 Controller at Each Helm 
  •                                         & Rudder Feedback Sensor - NEW 2024
  •                      Radar - Garnin Radar - NEW 2024
  •                                   Garmin GMR Fantom 18x Radome - NEW 2024
  •                      GPS - Garmin GPSmap 943XSV - NEW 2024
  •                      DepthTransducer - Garmin GT12M  - NEW 2024
  •                      Antennas - Garmin GPS24XD GPS Antenna (NEMA 200) - NEW 2024
  •                                        Garmin GA38 GPS//GLONASS Antenna (AIS) - NEW 2024
  •                      AIS - Garmin AIS 800 Class B AIS Transceiver - NEW 2024
  •                      Marine Camera - Garmin GC200 in Engine Room - NEW 2024
  •                      Bow Thruster - Wesmar with NEW Batteries 2024
  •                      Weather Station - Davis Digital 

GROUND TACKLE:

  • Bow Sprit - Teak with Stainless Steel Anchor Roller
  • Windlass - Powerwinch 2203 Electric
  • Anchors - Bruce Claw Type
  •                 Danforth Type Cockpit Anchor

SAFETY:

  • Navigation Lights
  • Escape Hatches - (1) Forward Stateroom
  • Transom Door
  • Teak Swim Platform with Stainless Steel Drop-Down Boarding Ladder
  • Railings - Wood Handrails Supported by Stainless Steel Stanchions
  • Deck Cleats - Bronze
  • Life Jackets - (12) USCG Approved Adult Type II
  •                       (2) USCG Approved Throwable Type IV Ring Buoys
  • Flares - Expired Service Dates
  • Fire Extinguishers - (2) B-20 Hand Held 
  • Automatic Fire Suppression System
  • Horn - Dual Electric 
  • Carbon Monoxide (CO) Alarm - (2)

MISCELLANEOUS:

  • Bottom Paint - Professionally Sanded (60 Grit), 
  •                         Dual Coats Black Ablative Crypton PaintNEW March 2025
  •                         Speed Prop on all Running Gear - NEW March 2025
  • Zincs - NEW September 2025
  • Tender - 10' Bull Frog Hard-Tub & Hard-Bottom with Center Console - NEW 2018
  •                9.9hp Yamaha Four Stroke Outboard - NEW 2018
  •                Hours - 25
  • Radar Arch
  • Fenders - (8) 
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
2/23/26Price decreased$70,000(-12.5%)
1/29/26Initial price$80,000

Overview from around the web 1981 Cheer Men PT 38 Europa

Customers praise the 1981 Cheer Men PT 38 Europa for its classic design and solid build quality

Many highlight its spacious interior and comfortable seating, making it ideal for leisurely cruises. The boat’s reliable performance and smooth handling receive positive remarks, especially for coastal and inland waters. Enthusiasts also appreciate the timeless aesthetic combined with practical features, noting that it offers great value for those seeking a vintage yet functional vessel. Some reviews mention that with proper maintenance, the Cheer Men PT 38 Europa remains a dependable and enjoyable boat for both day trips and extended outings.

The Biggest Pros and Cons

The 1981 Cheer Men PT 38 Europa offers a unique blend of classic design and reliable performance. Here are some pros and cons to consider:

Pros

Timeless Design: The PT 38 Europa features a classic, elegant look that appeals to enthusiasts of vintage boats.

Solid Construction: Built with quality materials typical of the early 1980s, ensuring durability and longevity.

Spacious Layout: Offers ample deck space and comfortable seating, making it suitable for leisure cruising and entertaining guests.

Reliable Performance: Equipped with engines known for steady and dependable operation, providing a smooth ride.

Good Handling: The hull design allows for stable navigation and responsive control in various water conditions.

Cons

Outdated Technology: Being a boat from 1981, it may lack modern electronics and conveniences found in newer models.

Maintenance Needs: Older vessels often require more upkeep and parts replacement, which can be time-consuming and costly.

Fuel Efficiency: Compared to contemporary boats, the PT 38 Europa may have less efficient fuel consumption.

Limited Storage: Storage compartments might be smaller or less optimized than those in modern designs.

Availability of Parts: Finding specific replacement parts for this model could be challenging due to its age.

Made For

The 1981 Cheer Men PT 38 Europa is ideal for boating enthusiasts who appreciate classic design combined with reliable performance. Perfect for those seeking a stylish and sturdy vessel for coastal cruising, day trips, or leisurely outings on the water. Its timeless craftsmanship makes it well-suited for experienced sailors as well as anyone looking to enjoy a comfortable and elegant boating experience.

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