1997 Hunter 376 Boat in Port Clinton, OH 43452 US

Carbon is a well-proportioned cruising sailboat that combines a comfortable interior, manageable sailing characteristics, and the practical features that have made the Hunter 376 a popular choice for coastal and Great Lakes cruising.

Built by Hunter Marine in 1997, Carbon measures 37'3" overall with a 12'7" beam and 5'0" draft. Her monohull fiberglass construction and sloop rig provide a proven platform for comfortable cruising, while her relatively moderate draft makes her well suited to the Great Lakes and other cruising grounds where draft can be a consideration.

One of Carbon's strongest attributes is the attention given to her equipment and systems in recent years. In 2022, the boat received a mainsail and genoa built by North Sails. A Leisure Furl in-boom furler was added to replace the lazy jacks, making sail handling particularly convenient for cruising.

The electronics have also been substantially updated. The vessel is equipped with a new Axiom+ 12" multifunction display with North American Navionics charts, along with a 2021 wheel-mounted autopilot. The interior stereo/CD player and exterior speakers were replaced in 2018.

Auxiliary power is provided by a Yanmar three-cylinder diesel producing approximately 28.5 kW, coupled to a Kanzaki KBW10 transmission and a 1-inch stainless-steel shaft. The engine is mounted amidships and drives a three-blade brass propeller. The engine has been regularly serviced and winterized.

Additional recent improvements include a new 12-volt Lewmar V2 electric windlass and new chain in 2024, paired with a 22-pound Danforth anchor. A 2025 application of Interlux Micron CSC antifouling paint provides the boat with a relatively recent bottom coating.

For onboard comfort, Carbon has a 6-gallon hot-water tank, with a new water pump and kitchen faucet installed in 2023, as well as a new bilge pump that same year. Electrical equipment includes a Hitachi 55-amp alternator, IntelliPower PD2030 battery charger, and a 2026 CrownMar 1000 4D marine battery.

The cockpit is equipped with a bimini and dodger with side panels, while a spinnaker pole and steering wheel round out the sailing equipment. An inflatable dinghy with wooden and aluminum oars is also included. Winter storage equipment includes the boat's storage cradle and dock box.

Specifications

• Year: 1997
• Builder: Hunter Marine
• Model: Hunter 376
• Name: Carbon
• LOA: 37'3"
• Beam: 12'7"
• Draft: 5'0"
• Displacement: 15,000 lbs.
• Hull: Fiberglass reinforced plastic with wood core
• Hull type: Monohull
• Rig: Sloop
• Fuel: 30 gallons
• Fresh water: 30 gallons
• Sail area: 74.02 sq. m.
• Mainsail: Boom-furling, 41.68 sq. m.
• Headsail: Furling, 32.34 sq. m.
• Engine: Yanmar 3-cylinder diesel
• Engine output: Approximately 28.5 kW
• Transmission: Kanzaki KBW10
• Propeller: Three-blade brass

Disclosures

The seller has identified several items that should be disclosed to prospective buyers: the sanitation tank meter is not functioning, there is a known leak at the window/portlight over the saloon table, and stress cracks are present. These items should be evaluated by prospective buyers and their surveyor as part of the normal pre-purchase inspection.

Carbon presents an attractive opportunity for a buyer seeking a capable Great Lakes cruising sailboat with a meaningful list of recent upgrades. The combination of newer North Sails, boom furling, updated navigation electronics, recent windlass, recent bottom paint, and ongoing mechanical/electrical improvements gives this 1997 Hunter 376 considerably more contemporary equipment than the year of construction alone might suggest.