• Slide: The Image of 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat docked at marina under cloudy sky. - 1The Image of 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat docked at marina under cloudy sky. - 1
  • Slide: The Image of 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat named "Bad Habit" docked at a marina. - 2The Image of 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat named "Bad Habit" docked at a marina. - 2
  • Slide: The Image of Docked 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat with fishing equipment and buoys. - 3The Image of Docked 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat with fishing equipment and buoys. - 3
  • Slide: The Image of 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat "Bad Habits" docked at marina with overcast sky. - 4The Image of 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat "Bad Habits" docked at marina with overcast sky. - 4
  • Slide: The Image of Front view of 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat named "Bad Habits" docked at marina. - 5The Image of Front view of 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat named "Bad Habits" docked at marina. - 5
  • Slide: The Image of 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat docked with fishing gear and buoys. - 6The Image of 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat docked with fishing gear and buoys. - 6
  • Slide: The Image of Libby 38 Downeast 2002 boat docked at marina under cloudy sky. - 7The Image of Libby 38 Downeast 2002 boat docked at marina under cloudy sky. - 7
  • Slide: The Image of 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat docked at marina under cloudy sky. - 8The Image of 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat docked at marina under cloudy sky. - 8
  • Slide: The Image of 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat docked, rear view with buoys and antennas. - 9The Image of 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat docked, rear view with buoys and antennas. - 9
  • Slide: The Image of 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat interior with steering console and docked at marina. - 10The Image of 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat interior with steering console and docked at marina. - 10
  • Slide: The Image of 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat helm with steering wheel and controls. - 11The Image of 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat helm with steering wheel and controls. - 11
  • Slide: The Image of 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat interior with fishing gear and equipment at dock. - 12The Image of 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat interior with fishing gear and equipment at dock. - 12
  • Slide: The Image of 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat docked, featuring fishing equipment and seating area. - 13The Image of 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat docked, featuring fishing equipment and seating area. - 13
  • Slide: The Image of Helm of 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat with navigation equipment and controls. - 14The Image of Helm of 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat with navigation equipment and controls. - 14
  • Slide: The Image of Interior view of a 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat with Raymarine equipment. - 15The Image of Interior view of a 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat with Raymarine equipment. - 15
  • Slide: The Image of Interior of 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat with seating and helm station. - 16The Image of Interior of 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat with seating and helm station. - 16
  • Slide: The Image of Control panel of a 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat with Scania gauges and indicators. - 17The Image of Control panel of a 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat with Scania gauges and indicators. - 17
  • Slide: The Image of Captain's chair in 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat interior, with windows and controls. - 18The Image of Captain's chair in 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat interior, with windows and controls. - 18
  • Slide: The Image of Cozy cabin interior of 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat with wooden furnishings. - 19The Image of Cozy cabin interior of 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat with wooden furnishings. - 19
  • Slide: The Image of Wooden interior stairs of 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat, leading to upper deck. - 20The Image of Wooden interior stairs of 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat, leading to upper deck. - 20
  • Slide: The Image of Compact kitchen area in a 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat with sink and appliances. - 21The Image of Compact kitchen area in a 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat with sink and appliances. - 21
  • Slide: The Image of Electrical panel of 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat with gauges and switches. - 22The Image of Electrical panel of 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat with gauges and switches. - 22
  • Slide: The Image of Sea Tel WaveCall antenna control panel on 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat. - 23The Image of Sea Tel WaveCall antenna control panel on 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat. - 23
  • Slide: The Image of AC power selector panel on 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat, featuring generator and shore power options. - 24The Image of AC power selector panel on 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat, featuring generator and shore power options. - 24
  • Slide: The Image of Built-in microwave in a 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat interior with wood paneling. - 25The Image of Built-in microwave in a 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat interior with wood paneling. - 25
  • Slide: The Image of Vintage TV and DVD player in 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat interior. - 26The Image of Vintage TV and DVD player in 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat interior. - 26
  • Slide: The Image of Compact bathroom in 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat with wooden cabinets and stainless steel sink. - 27The Image of Compact bathroom in 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat with wooden cabinets and stainless steel sink. - 27
  • Slide: The Image of Engine compartment of a 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat, featuring red mechanical components. - 28The Image of Engine compartment of a 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat, featuring red mechanical components. - 28
  • Slide: The Image of Engine compartment of a 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat, showing mechanical components and hoses. - 29The Image of Engine compartment of a 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat, showing mechanical components and hoses. - 29
  • Slide: The Image of Engine compartment of a 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat, featuring a red engine block. - 30The Image of Engine compartment of a 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat, featuring a red engine block. - 30
  • Slide: The Image of Red engine of a 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat, showcasing detailed components. - 31The Image of Red engine of a 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat, showcasing detailed components. - 31
  • Slide: The Image of 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat with visible name and docked in a harbor. - 32The Image of 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat with visible name and docked in a harbor. - 32
  • Slide: The Image of 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat hull on dry dock, showing underside details. - 33The Image of 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat hull on dry dock, showing underside details. - 33
  • Slide: The Image of Propeller of 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat, close-up view. - 34The Image of Propeller of 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat, close-up view. - 34
  • Slide: The Image of 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat hull on blocks, showing propeller and weathered paint. - 35The Image of 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat hull on blocks, showing propeller and weathered paint. - 35
  • Slide: The Image of Close-up of a 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat with registration details. - 36The Image of Close-up of a 2002 Libby 38 Downeast boat with registration details. - 36
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2002 Custom 38 Libby Downeast

$250,000

Used

Boat in Newburyport, MA 01950 US

builtBuilt in 2002
Year the boat was built
model

38 Libby Downeast

Boat model
engine

1 Engine (Scania)

Engine type and count
length

38 feet

Overall boat length
fuel

Diesel

Fuel type
material

Fiberglass/Reinforced

Hull material


BAD HABITS is a rare custom Ernest Libby design built in Beals Island ME. She is the perfect blend of classic Downeast craftsmanship and performance, with custom amenities for the enthusiastic angler. She was originally built for both recreation and commercial use. Her current owner made several recent upgrades and ran her for fishing charters.

ON DECK

  • Generous wheelhouse with helm station, 360° view, and settees port & center
  • Over-sized open cockpit - 13' beam

POWER

  • 575 hp Scania D112-42 M w 8,500 hrs, heat exchanger cooled w/dry stack exhaust
  • cruising speed of 14 -16 kts
  • 7.5 kw MASE generator
  • Carries 375 gallons of fuel - unbeatable range

ELECTRONICS

  • 3 VHFs (Standard Horizon, ICOM)
  • 2 Radar - Furuno 1595 & Raymarine Radar
  • North Star 952X GPS & 2 Raymarine Hybrid touch
  • Raytheon L1250 Depth sounder
  • Raymarine Autopilot
  • Ritchie Compass

ACCOMMODATIONS/INTERIOR LAYOUT

  • Comfortably sleeps 4, 2 upper/lower berths in cabin forward; Jabsco electric head w/shower
  • Galley: stainless steel sink, Isotherm fridge & Sharp microwave
  • Jensen AM/FM Sirius satellite CD/DVD/VCR
  • Flatscreen Samsung TV

FISHABILITY

  • Electric pot hauler w/davit (2023)
  • Large insulated livewell on center w/a 4500 gpm pump
  • Mounted rod holders on side gunnels, transom & wheelhouse roof
  • Fitted w/a multitude of high-end fishing equipment & deck gear (inventory available)
  • Custom outriggers & standing rigging
  • Several built-in tackle boxes in wheelhouse
  • Walk thru transom

Custom-built with working-boat DNA and proven capability, BAD HABITS is a rare opportunity to own an authentic piece of Maine maritime craftsmanship.



UPGRADES

2025

  • New 8D 12v house battery
  • 2 Durabrite lights w/new wiring installed (1 spot/1 flood)

2024

  • Garbor plug installed in keel
  • 3 new thru hulls
  • Removeable daybed installed in cabin

2023

  • New second station & helm w/controls
  • New electric pot hauler w/davits
  • New 4500 GPM washdown/livewell pump
  • New hydraulic hoses to helm on rear deck
  • Satellite antenna for TV

Nominal Length
38ft
Length Overall
38ft
Beam
13ft
Max Bridge Clearance
28ft
Drive Up Draft
4.42ft
Cruising Speed
16kn
Cabins
1
Heads
1
Fresh Water Tanks
40gal
Fuel Tanks
375gal
Holding Tanks
15gal
Hull Material
fiberglass
Hull Shape
semi-displacement
Engine 1
Engine Make
Scania
Engine Model
D112-42-M
Total Power
575hp
Engine Hours
8500
Engine Type
inboard
Fuel Type
diesel
Engine Year
2002
Drive Type
direct
Propeller Type
4-blade
Propeller Material
bronze
Radar Reflector
✓
Liferaft
✓
Outriggers
✓
Underwater Lights
✓
Electric Bilge Pump
✓
Microwave Oven
✓
Marine Head
✓
Air Conditioning
✓
Electric Head
✓
Heating
✓
Refrigerator
✓
Battery Charger
✓
Depthsounder
✓
Radar
✓
Vcr
✓
Plotter
✓
Dvd Player
✓
Autopilot
✓
Radio
✓
Compass
✓
Cd Player
✓
Gps
✓
Cockpit Speakers
✓
Vhf
✓
Flat Screen Tv
✓
Shore Power Inlet
✓
Generator
✓
Inverter
✓
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
1/6/26Initial price$250,000

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