2005 Lyman-Morse 38 Express Boat in Newport, RI 02840 US
38 Express
1 Engine (Yanmar)
38 feet
Diesel
Fiberglass/Composite
SKYLARK is a 2005 model Lyman-Morse 38 Express and offers an exceptional opportunity to own an updated, truly READY TO CRUISE yacht today! Her shallow draft delivers stability while her luxurious lines turn heads on the water or at dock. Quality interior touches and all the necessary amenities make her the epitome of a perfect yacht for the discerning cruising couple.
SKYLARK is a MUST SEE!
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UPDATES & UPGRADES
- Hull re-painted
- All new exterior varnish, 2026
- Upgraded Electronics with new Garmin large touch screen
- Engine removed and completely rebuilt
- Engine room painted
- Teak swim platform restored
- Replaced AL single actuator hydraulic trim tabs with SS electric dual actuators
- Replaced AL stabilizer fins with SS longer fins
- Replaced complete fuel flow management system
- Two new electronic fuel tank monitor sensors
- Jet serviced every year complete with sand blasting, prime, paint, impeller strip, new o-rings, zincs and lube
- New anchor sump box and pump
- All hatches with new glass and gaskets
- Replaced hydraulic hoses and fittings on steering system
- Rebuilt hydraulic lift at pilothouse
ENGINE WORK
- Clutch assembly, replaced 2025
- Hamilton Jet thrust bearing and seals
- Bow thruster motor
CONSTRUCTION, HULL & DECK
SCRIMP (Seemann Composites Resin Infusion Molding Process) infused E-Glass hull with vinylester resin surrounding a Corecell coring for hull rigidity and sound deadening qualities. The decks feature vacuum-bagged hand-laid E-Glass for tough and efficient use of the vinylester resins.
- Hull Color: Beaujolais Red with clear coating
- Modified-V with a hard-chine
- Custom Bow Rail
- Large teak swim platform (restored) with flush rollers for tender deployment
- Cockpit Settee, aft-facing with Storage below
- Windshield Wipers/Washers
- Perko rod holders
- Cockpit shower
- Saltwater washdown
ENGINE & MECHANICAL
- 7.4L Yanmar 6CX-6TE2 (fully rebuilt & repainted 2018) 500hp @ 2900rpm connected to a TWIN DISC M650075 1.1:1 with a HAMILTON 362 Jet Drive; 318 hours as of 03 Sept 2026 (since rebuild)
- Alternator, belt-driven
- Side-Power SP55 Bow Thruster
- Bennett Trim Tabs
- Maxwell 1500 Windlass
- MarineAir Vector Reverse Air Conditioning System, 12K
- Racor Duplex Fuel Filters
- Propane – (2) 10lb. Cylinders
- Toilet – Headhunter
- Refrigeration – Frigoboat
ELECTRICAL
- Northern Lights 5kW Genset (700 hrs Sept. 26)
- Meridian Marine AGM Batteries; Starting and House Bank, NEW April 2021
- Inverter 12/2000
- Mastervolt Charger 12V
- Shorepower 120V
MAIN DECK
- Drop-down Canvas/Isinglass
- L-shaped Lounge
- Overhead Vents
- Custom Headliner
HELM & ELECTRONICS
- Helm Station, starboard
- (2) STIDD Captain and Companion Helmseats in “Off White” with footrests, port & starboard
- Garmin GPSMAP 8617 Chart Plotter
- Garmin GRM Fathom 4' Open Array
- Garmin DST800 Transducer
- Garmin GMI20 Instrument Display
- ICOM VHF Marine IC-M602
- Ritchie Power Damp Compass
- Chart Table at Companion, port
- Companionway Pocket Entry Door, slides into bulkhead
LOWER DECK
- Ships electrical panel
- Dinette with Straight Settee , port
- Teak Table with inlay décor and extender leaf, port
- Bookcase with Fiddles, above Settee, port
- Portlights
- Head Compartment with Headhunter marine toilet, sink & faucet and shower, starboard
GALLEY
- Princess 3-burner LPG Stovetop
- Sharp Microwave
- Granite Countertop
- Sinks: Deep Double Chrome Sinks
- Frigobot Refrigerator / Freezer
- Numerous Storage Drawers & Compartments
- Grab Rail, Overhead
- Overhead Lighting
STATEROOM
- Custom bi-fold door entrance
- V-Berth with filler cushion
- Storage drawers below berth
- Hanging Lockers, cedar-lined
SAFETY EQUIPMENT
- 2 Fixed fire extinguishers
- 2 Rule 2700gph bilge pumps
- 35 CQR Plow anchor with 5/16 chain rode
- ACR remote searchlight
- EPIRB on cabin top
- Ships horn
- Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
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 | $340,000 |
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| Price | $340,000 | $340,000 | $335,000 | $355,000 | $275,000 | $495,000 |
| Location | Newport | East Greenwich | Newport | Portsmouth | Newport | Newport |
| Nominal Length | 38' | 38' | 33' | 38' | 33' | 37' |
| Draft | 2' | - | - | - | - | - |
| Engine Make | Yanmar | - | Mercury | Cummins | Mercury | Mercury |
| Total Engine Power | 500 hp | - | 200 hp | 425 hp | 350 hp | 300 hp |
| Days on Market | 15 | 525 | 32 | 28 | 32 | 32 |
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