2003 Pursuit 3800 Express Sold Boat in Lighthouse Point, FL US
Built in 2003
3800 Express
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38 feet
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Fiberglass/Reinforced
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Displacement: 22000
Engines
Total Power: 480
Cruising Speed: 27
Max Speed: 30
Tanks
Fuel: 438
Fresh Water: 110
Holding: 40
Vessel Walkthrough
The 3800 Express is a premium mid-sized fisherman built by a company whose reputation for production excellence is seldom questioned. The Galley and Dinette are to starboard and the Single Stateroom with queen bed is forward. To port is a large Head with stall shower and a settee which converts to upper/lower berths with a privacy curtain. An upright rod storage locker is located on the aft bulkhead just inside the companionway.
With the bridge deck of the 3800 raised a couple of steps from the cockpit, visibility from the helm is exceptional. A comfortable raised L-shaped settee is to port, opposite the helm seat, and the entire helm deck can be raised at the push of a button for complete access to the engines.
The cockpit features a full array of fishing amenities including a bait-prep center, a 50 gallon livewell, in deck fish boxes and a fold-away transom seat.
OBESSION III features a custom Marlin Tower with fiberglass hardtop, buggy top, and a large bench seat with backrest. The Tower Helm has a complete array of electronics and navigation equipment.
GALLEY
- Nova-Cool undercounter refrigerator (AC & DC)
- Nova-Cool undercounter freezer (AC & DC)
- Samsung microwave oven
- Raritan icemaker on helm deck
- Black & Decker built in coffee maker
- Concealed 2-burner Forceio glasstop stove
- Sink with single lever faucet
- Corian counter tops
- Hot water heater ââ¬â 11 gallon
- Dockside & pressure freshwater system
- L-shaped dinette with table & 2 stools
- Teak & holly floors throughout
ELECTRONICS & NAVIGATION
OBSESSION III has 3 Furuno Nav-Net displays with 10.4 inch screens. They are all fully integrated and you can easily switch back and forth between radar, chart plotter and fish finder or display multiple functions on a split screen
- HELM CONSOLE:
- (2) Furuno Nav-Net displays with 10.4ââ¬ï¿½ screens
- Furuno 64 mile radar with 4ââ¬â¢ open array antenna
- Furuno GPS plotter
- Furuno Echosounder fish finder
- Ritchie compass
- Furuno RD-30 digital depth finder
- Simrad AP-22 autopilot
- ACR-RCL-100 spotlight
- Glendinning single lever electronic engine controls
- Volvo Penta electronic engine displays
- Rudder angle indicator
- Cell phone antenna port
- Canvas helm console cover
- Helm air conditioning vent
- Electric helm seat
- MAIN CABIN:
- Sharp flat panel LCD TV on wall mounted swivel
- Blaupunkt DVD/CD/MP3 player
- Clarion AM/FM CD player with helm remote
- TOWER ELECTRONICS & EQUIPMENT:
- Furuno Nav-Net 10.4ââ¬ï¿½ display (radar, plotter, fish finder)
- Simrad AP-22 autopilot remote
- Ritchie compass
- Furuno RD-30 digital depth finder
- Icom IC-M120 VHF radio
- ACR RCL-100 spotlight control pad
- Cell phone antenna port
- 12-Volt accessory plug
- Bennett trim tab switches
- Volvo-Penta electronic engine displays
- Glendinning single lever electronic controls
- Engine start & stop switches
- Horn switch
- Covers for all electronics
- Canvas helm & seat covers
ELECTRICAL
- 9 kW Onan generator with sound shield (550 hours)
- C-Charger automatic battery charger
- Battery isolator and parallel switches
- 12Volt (DC) system
- 120 Volt /240 Volt (AC) system
- 30 Amp 125 Volt shore cord
- 50 Amp 240 Volt Glendinning Cablemaster
- (2) 12 Volt battery banks
- TV and telephone dockside connectors
DECK & HULL
- Fiberglass swim platform with ladder
- 4-sided Isinglass helm enclosure with U-zips
- Electric center window windshield vent
- Helm deck raises electrically
- (2) Bomar vent hatches in hardtop
- (3) Bomar foredeck hatches
- Bow pulpit and anchor
- Maxwell RC800 windlass with foredeck footpads and helm remote
- Navigation & anchor lights
- Helm deck & cockpit courtesy lights
- Transom door & gate
- Stainless steel bow rail & pennant staff
- Windshield washers & wipers
- Cockpit folding stowaway seat
- Cockpit freshwater shower
- Dockside water hook-up
- Molded in spreader lights in tower buggy top
- Chart storage compartment
FISHING EQUIPMENT
- Marlin tower with bench seat and buggy top
- Rupp double spreader outriggers with dropback bars
- Rupp center outrigger
- Teaser reels under hardtop
- Vertical rod cabinet in salon
- Rod storage in salon sole and overhead forward berth
- (5) Cockpit gunwhale rod holders
- (12) Rod holders on tower
- Saltwater & freshwater washdowns
- Cockpit freezer
- 50 Gallon livewell with window & 2 pumps
- In-deck fish box
- Transom door & gate
- Gaff storage port and starboard
- Bait prep center with sink
- Tackle storage drawers
MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT
- 2 Marine Air reverse cycle air conditioners with digital controls
- ZF transmissions
- Dripless shaft logs
- Seacocks & sea strainers with removable baskets
- (3) Automatic bilge pumps
- Oil change system
- Fuel filters
- Fireboy FE-241 automatic & manual fire control system
- Fuel manifold on & off valves under aft deck hatch
- Bennett trim tabs
- VacuFlush toilet with 40 gal. holding & pumpout system
- Engine room blowers
- Back-up to electronic controls
- Sea Star hydraulic steering
- Electric horn
- Water & waste level gauge
ENGINE DATA
The vessel is powered by T-480 hp Volvo Penta TAMD74PEDC freshwater cooled diesel engines. These are in-line 6 cylinder, 4 cycle, direct injected, turbocharged marine diesel engines with aftercoolers.
These engines are equipped with Volvo Pentaââ¬â¢s EDC system (Electronic Diesel Control) which electronically controls the precise quantity of fuel required at any given moment. The EDC system takes full account of variations in operating temperatures, air pressure, and other contributing factors which optimizes engine performance and efficiency reducing fuel consumption and emissions.
Exclusions
While every effort has been made to list all pertinent included equipment aboard ââ¬ÅOBSESSION III", there may be some personal belongings aboard. Prospective purchasers should assume any item not specifically mentioned herein, will not convey at closing.
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.
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Displacement: 22000
Engines
Total Power: 480
Cruising Speed: 27
Max Speed: 30
Tanks
Fuel: 438
Fresh Water: 110
Holding: 40
Vessel Walkthrough
The 3800 Express is a premium mid-sized fisherman built by a company whose reputation for production excellence is seldom questioned. The Galley and Dinette are to starboard and the Single Stateroom with queen bed is forward. To port is a large Head with stall shower and a settee which converts to upper/lower berths with a privacy curtain. An upright rod storage locker is located on the aft bulkhead just inside the companionway.
With the bridge deck of the 3800 raised a couple of steps from the cockpit, visibility from the helm is exceptional. A comfortable raised L-shaped settee is to port, opposite the helm seat, and the entire helm deck can be raised at the push of a button for complete access to the engines.
The cockpit features a full array of fishing amenities including a bait-prep center, a 50 gallon livewell, in deck fish boxes and a fold-away transom seat.
OBESSION III features a custom Marlin Tower with fiberglass hardtop, buggy top, and a large bench seat with backrest. The Tower Helm has a complete array of electronics and navigation equipment.
GALLEY
- Nova-Cool undercounter refrigerator (AC & DC)
- Nova-Cool undercounter freezer (AC & DC)
- Samsung microwave oven
- Raritan icemaker on helm deck
- Black & Decker built in coffee maker
- Concealed 2-burner Forceio glasstop stove
- Sink with single lever faucet
- Corian counter tops
- Hot water heater ââ¬â 11 gallon
- Dockside & pressure freshwater system
- L-shaped dinette with table & 2 stools
- Teak & holly floors throughout
ELECTRONICS & NAVIGATION
OBSESSION III has 3 Furuno Nav-Net displays with 10.4 inch screens. They are all fully integrated and you can easily switch back and forth between radar, chart plotter and fish finder or display multiple functions on a split screen
- HELM CONSOLE:
- (2) Furuno Nav-Net displays with 10.4ââ¬ï¿½ screens
- Furuno 64 mile radar with 4ââ¬â¢ open array antenna
- Furuno GPS plotter
- Furuno Echosounder fish finder
- Ritchie compass
- Furuno RD-30 digital depth finder
- Simrad AP-22 autopilot
- ACR-RCL-100 spotlight
- Glendinning single lever electronic engine controls
- Volvo Penta electronic engine displays
- Rudder angle indicator
- Cell phone antenna port
- Canvas helm console cover
- Helm air conditioning vent
- Electric helm seat
- MAIN CABIN:
- Sharp flat panel LCD TV on wall mounted swivel
- Blaupunkt DVD/CD/MP3 player
- Clarion AM/FM CD player with helm remote
- TOWER ELECTRONICS & EQUIPMENT:
- Furuno Nav-Net 10.4ââ¬ï¿½ display (radar, plotter, fish finder)
- Simrad AP-22 autopilot remote
- Ritchie compass
- Furuno RD-30 digital depth finder
- Icom IC-M120 VHF radio
- ACR RCL-100 spotlight control pad
- Cell phone antenna port
- 12-Volt accessory plug
- Bennett trim tab switches
- Volvo-Penta electronic engine displays
- Glendinning single lever electronic controls
- Engine start & stop switches
- Horn switch
- Covers for all electronics
- Canvas helm & seat covers
ELECTRICAL
- 9 kW Onan generator with sound shield (550 hours)
- C-Charger automatic battery charger
- Battery isolator and parallel switches
- 12Volt (DC) system
- 120 Volt /240 Volt (AC) system
- 30 Amp 125 Volt shore cord
- 50 Amp 240 Volt Glendinning Cablemaster
- (2) 12 Volt battery banks
- TV and telephone dockside connectors
DECK & HULL
- Fiberglass swim platform with ladder
- 4-sided Isinglass helm enclosure with U-zips
- Electric center window windshield vent
- Helm deck raises electrically
- (2) Bomar vent hatches in hardtop
- (3) Bomar foredeck hatches
- Bow pulpit and anchor
- Maxwell RC800 windlass with foredeck footpads and helm remote
- Navigation & anchor lights
- Helm deck & cockpit courtesy lights
- Transom door & gate
- Stainless steel bow rail & pennant staff
- Windshield washers & wipers
- Cockpit folding stowaway seat
- Cockpit freshwater shower
- Dockside water hook-up
- Molded in spreader lights in tower buggy top
- Chart storage compartment
FISHING EQUIPMENT
- Marlin tower with bench seat and buggy top
- Rupp double spreader outriggers with dropback bars
- Rupp center outrigger
- Teaser reels under hardtop
- Vertical rod cabinet in salon
- Rod storage in salon sole and overhead forward berth
- (5) Cockpit gunwhale rod holders
- (12) Rod holders on tower
- Saltwater & freshwater washdowns
- Cockpit freezer
- 50 Gallon livewell with window & 2 pumps
- In-deck fish box
- Transom door & gate
- Gaff storage port and starboard
- Bait prep center with sink
- Tackle storage drawers
MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT
- 2 Marine Air reverse cycle air conditioners with digital controls
- ZF transmissions
- Dripless shaft logs
- Seacocks & sea strainers with removable baskets
- (3) Automatic bilge pumps
- Oil change system
- Fuel filters
- Fireboy FE-241 automatic & manual fire control system
- Fuel manifold on & off valves under aft deck hatch
- Bennett trim tabs
- VacuFlush toilet with 40 gal. holding & pumpout system
- Engine room blowers
- Back-up to electronic controls
- Sea Star hydraulic steering
- Electric horn
- Water & waste level gauge
ENGINE DATA
The vessel is powered by T-480 hp Volvo Penta TAMD74PEDC freshwater cooled diesel engines. These are in-line 6 cylinder, 4 cycle, direct injected, turbocharged marine diesel engines with aftercoolers.
These engines are equipped with Volvo Pentaââ¬â¢s EDC system (Electronic Diesel Control) which electronically controls the precise quantity of fuel required at any given moment. The EDC system takes full account of variations in operating temperatures, air pressure, and other contributing factors which optimizes engine performance and efficiency reducing fuel consumption and emissions.
Exclusions
While every effort has been made to list all pertinent included equipment aboard ââ¬ÅOBSESSION III", there may be some personal belongings aboard. Prospective purchasers should assume any item not specifically mentioned herein, will not convey at closing.
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.
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Pursuit 3800 Express: BoatTEST Review
Overview
The Pursuit 3800 Express stands as the flagship model in the Pursuit fleet, designed for serious offshore fishing enthusiasts who demand both performance and comfort. This 38-foot express boat combines rugged construction with refined design elements, making it suitable for tournament fishing as well as leisurely cruising. The 3800 Express reflects years of development and refinement, delivering a premier boating experience in its class.
Exterior Design and Bridge
The 3800 Express features a robust and thoughtfully designed exterior optimized for offshore conditions. The bow is equipped with a molded anchor roller and hawse pipe integrated into the bow pulpit, complemented by a large anchor locker that includes both fresh and saltwater washdowns. The foredeck is finished with a non-skid surface and illuminated by three low-profile deck hatches that enhance natural light below deck. A wraparound windshield contributes to the sleek express styling. The cockpit is purpose-built for serious anglers, featuring a spacious live well with a viewing port and tackle storage beneath, a mate’s seat with additional tackle drawers, floor storage compartments, and a large fish box integrated into the cockpit sole. The transom includes a tuna gate designed to accommodate oversized catches, alongside a flip-up aft bench seat suitable for casual cruising. The bridge deck offers comfortable seating for guests and crew, with the helm station to starboard equipped with digital instrumentation and precise electronic controls for efficient navigation. A wet bar with an isotherm refrigerator is located just aft of the helm, and the entire bridge deck raises hydraulically to reveal a spacious engine compartment, allowing easy access for maintenance.
Interior Living Spaces
Below deck, the salon is appointed with teak veneered walls and a teak and holly sole, providing both elegance and practicality with ample storage beneath the flooring. The settee to starboard converts into a double berth, enhancing sleeping accommodations. The adjacent galley is fully equipped with a sink and sprayer, stove, and refrigerator/freezer, facilitating comfortable extended stays aboard. To port, a tournament rod locker is incorporated alongside a leather couch that converts into an over-and-under double bunk arrangement. Forward of the galley, the full-sized head includes a shower, and the owner’s stateroom is located at the bow, featuring a privacy curtain for added seclusion.
Power and Performance
Powered by twin Volvo 74P diesel engines, the 3800 Express delivers a commanding performance on the water. During testing, the boat achieved a top speed of 37.7 miles per hour at 2650 RPM. The optimal cruising speed was determined to be 27.5 miles per hour at 2000 RPM, which provides an impressive range of approximately 376 miles based on the 450-gallon fuel capacity. The vessel demonstrates quick planing capabilities, reaching plane in just 15.3 seconds. Its wide beam of 14 feet 2 inches and overall length of 40 feet 11 inches contribute to a stable and comfortable ride, even in challenging offshore conditions.
Conclusion
The Pursuit 3800 Express is a thoughtfully engineered offshore fishing platform that balances rugged performance with refined comfort and style. Its advanced hull design, spacious and functional cockpit, well-appointed interior, and robust powertrain make it an excellent choice for anglers who demand reliability and versatility. Whether competing in tournaments or enjoying extended cruises, the 3800 Express offers a superior boating experience that is likely to remain a benchmark in its class for years to come.
Overview from around the web 2003 Pursuit 3800 Express
Customers praise the 2003 Pursuit 3800 Express for its solid construction and reliable performance
Many highlight the spacious and well-designed cockpit, which offers ample seating and comfort for entertaining. The cabin is frequently noted for its quality finishes and practical layout, providing a cozy and functional living space. Owners appreciate the boat’s smooth handling and seaworthiness, making it a great choice for both day cruising and overnight trips. Overall, the 2003 Pursuit 3800 Express is valued for its blend of comfort, durability, and versatility on the water.
The Biggest Pros and Cons
The 2003 Pursuit 3800 Express is a well-regarded express cruiser known for its blend of performance, comfort, and quality craftsmanship. Here are some of the key pros and cons of this model:
Pros
Solid Construction: Pursuit is known for building sturdy, high-quality boats, and the 3800 Express is no exception. Its fiberglass hull offers durability and a smooth ride.
Comfortable Layout: The spacious cabin includes a full galley, private forward stateroom, and a comfortable mid-cabin berth, making overnight stays enjoyable for families or small groups.
Good Performance: Powered typically by twin diesel or gasoline engines, the 3800 Express delivers reliable power and handles well in various sea conditions.
Ample Storage: Plenty of storage compartments both above and below deck help keep the vessel organized during extended trips.
Well-Appointed Helm: The helm station is designed for ease of use, with good visibility and well-placed controls and instrumentation.
Cons
Fuel Consumption: Depending on the engine setup, fuel efficiency may be moderate, which is common for boats in this size and power range.
Limited Headroom: While the cabin is comfortable, headroom in some areas can feel a bit confined for taller individuals.
Aging Electronics: As a 2003 model, onboard electronics and navigation equipment may be outdated and could require upgrading.
Maintenance Costs: Like many express cruisers, maintenance and upkeep can be on the higher side, especially as the boat ages.
Limited Cockpit Seating: The cockpit area, while functional, may feel tight when hosting larger groups.
Made For
The 2003 Pursuit 3800 Express is ideal for boating enthusiasts who value a blend of performance, comfort, and versatility. It’s perfect for families or small groups seeking a reliable cruiser for day trips or extended weekend getaways. With its spacious cockpit, well-appointed cabin, and efficient design, this boat caters to those who enjoy fishing, entertaining, or simply relaxing on the water in style. Whether you’re an experienced boater or looking to upgrade to a quality express cruiser, the Pursuit 3800 Express offers a balanced package for a variety of recreational boating adventures.
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