1990 Holland Down East Cruiser 38 Boat in Marshfield, MA 02050 US
Down East Cruiser 38
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38 feet
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Fiberglass/Reinforced
1990 Holland 38 Down East Cruiser is a rugged, skeg-built Maine-style powerboat known for exceptional seakeeping and efficient performance.
Overview & History
Key Specifications (1990 Model)
Performance & Handling
Layout & Onboard Liveability
Overview & History
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- Heritage: Designed and built in the tradition of classic Jonesport and Beals Island working craft, the Holland Boat Shop (led by Glenn Holland) scaled up its legendary hull designs to create the versatile 38-footer.
- Purpose: Built to handle punishing northern Atlantic waters, it serves dual duty as an exceptionally stable cruising platform and a serious offshore sea boat.
Key Specifications (1990 Model)
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- Length Overall (LOA): 38 feet (11.58 meters)
- Beam: 12 feet (3.66 meters)
- Draft: 4 feet (1.22 meters)
- Displacement: Approx. 22,000 lbs
- Hull Material: Heavy-duty hand-laid fiberglass
- Fuel Capacity: 200 gallons (standard diesel)
- Water Capacity: 200 gallons
- Typical Power: Single Caterpillar 3208TA (approx. 300-375 hp)
Performance & Handling
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- Ride Quality: The skeg-built full keel and fine entry offer steadfast directional stability and a predictable, soft ride in a head sea.
- Speed: Cruises comfortably in the 12 to 14-knot range, topping out around 16 to 18 knots depending on specific horsepower configurations and payload.
- Efficiency: Delivers an impressive turn of speed per unit of horsepower compared to wider, semi-displacement or planing sportfishers of similar length.
Layout & Onboard Liveability
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- Deck & Cockpit: Features a generous open aft cockpit suited for fishing or lounging, with high coamings and solid protection. Many models feature a flybridge or lower helm station configuration.
- Interior: Typically finished with durable marine joinery, optimized for extended cruising with extensive storage lockers, a functional lower galley, a V-berth or double-berth forecastle, and an enclosed head.
Nominal Length
38ft
Length Overall
38.08ft
Beam
12.67ft
Drive Up Draft
6.6ft
Hull Material
fiberglass
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 9/4/26 | Initial price | $125,000 |
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Principal Loan Amount$ 106,250
Total Payment$189,971.05
Monthly payment
$791.55/mo
Finance your dream boat!
Use our boat payment calculator to estimate monthly payments for 1990 Holland Down East Cruiser 38. Enter your down payment, choose a loan term, and adjust the interest rate to see an instant payment estimate — ideal if you're calculating boat payments before you enquire. Wondering how much does a Sport Fishing cost in today's market, or how much does a Holland cost for similar models? This boat financing calculator helps you compare scenarios in seconds, whether you're considering used boat financing or a new purchase.
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Principal Loan Amount$ 106,250
Total Payment$189,971.05
Monthly payment
$791.55/mo
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