2013 Sabre 38 Salon Express Boat in Salem, MA 01970 US

$475,000

Used
builtBuilt in 2013
Year the boat was built
model

38 Salon Express

Boat model
engine

2 Engines (2x Volvo)

Engine type and count
length

38 feet

Overall boat length
fuel

Diesel

Fuel type
material

Fiberglass/Reinforced

Hull material
Nominal Length
38ft
Length Overall
41.75ft
Beam
13.33ft
Max Draft
3.33ft
Cabin Headroom
6.5ft
Deadrise At Transom
16deg
Displacement
21500lb
Cruising Speed
25kn
Fresh Water Tanks
100gal
Fuel Tanks
300gal
Holding Tanks
40gal
Hull Material
fiberglass
Hull Shape
deep-vee
Engine 1
Engine Make
Volvo
Engine Model
Twin Volvo Penta D4 300hp
Total Power
300hp
Engine Hours
432
Engine Type
inboard
Fuel Type
diesel
Engine 2
Engine Make
Volvo
Engine Model
Twin Volvo Penta D4 300hp
Total Power
300hp
Engine Hours
432
Engine Type
inboard
Fuel Type
diesel
Electronics
  • GarminGPS Model7215Multi-Function Display
  • Garmin 24” HD RADAR SCANNER
  • Garmin AUTOPILOT GHP 10V 
  • Garmin VHF RADIO
  • DEPT FINDER integrated into Garmin 7215 
  • Garmin GM12 Tank Gauges 
  • Garmin VHF Spotlight Control
  • AQUALUMATRI Series BLUE/WHITE LED UNDERWATER LIGHTS
  • OCEANEARS DRS-8-003 ACUSTIC DIVER RECALL SYSTEM (W/SIREN AMPLIFIRE)
  • DISH NEWTWORK RF REMOTE CONTROL FOR SATELLITE TV
Hull

The hull is design is “Vee” with 24-degree deadrise amidships and 17degrees at transom. v Resin Infused laminate with ISO NPG white gelcoat and blended vinylester back-up resin. E-Glass Reinforcements SAN corecell in hull bottom and topsides. Foam/plywood cored fiberglass stringer system. Decks and hardtop composite are VIP resin infused, knitted Biaxial Structural E-glass Reinforcements with balsa coring. Decks are Molded in anti-skid deck surfaces, and windows are recessed into hard top. Low profile polished hatches w/screens (2) #44 on fordeck, (2) #10 port and starboard and custom stainless steel opening ports.

Cockpit, Deck and Exterior

From swim platform enter cockpit from port or starboard transom gates. Across the transom is a large seating area facing forward. The seating area will electronically move aft extending the size of the cockpit should you like a larger entertaining area while at rest and will also allow extra access to the in deck engine hatch that exposes the large engine compartment. Forward of the aft seating area is a double aft facing seat against the aft bulkhead for great conversation area. The aft bulkhead and door are glass and stainless with a large window on the port side.  

  • Optional Flag blue hull AWLGRIPPED fall 2017
  • Optional Windshield Cover
  • OptionalExtra Largesunroof in salon great natural light w/shade
  • Smoke anti-skid deck color( foredeck, coach roof, aft cockpit, coamings, hardtop, recessed area of swim platform
  • Swim platform with folding boarding ladder stored under
  • Optional Hot and Coldwater transom shower
  • Additionaldimmer switch for cockpit lighting
  • Optional FRP molded electronics mast for hardtop
  • Bi-Fold stainless steel companionway door with dropdown window
  • Optional fresh waterwashdown forward
  • Optional shore water inlet
Main Salon

The social spaces of the Sabre 38 are extraordinary in tht they truly bring the our-of doors inside: Large opening side windows, an Optional very large overhead sun roof electrically operated and electrically operated aft window and bi-fold door all maximize the light and air entering the cabin. This beautifully furnished space is one that everyone can be a part of the gathering. The salon seating to port is raised so that when underway, everyone has a clear view of their surroundings. The elegant inlaid salon table is the centerpiece of the salon’s beautiful woodwork. Sabre uses cool LED lighting in the overhead panels to reduce heat in the yacht’s interior and reduces generator use when laying at the anchor. Soft headliner panels absorb noise, and elegant cherry trim throughout the boat speaks to the craftmanship for which Sabre Yachts is so well known. To starboard, a long cabinet features a pop-up television and multiple storage spaces. Below the settees, to port, there are additional opportunities for storage or for the Optional ice maker.  

Enter and to port is a U-Shaped Sette with Optional Ultraleather Upholstery and under the aft section is the Optional ice maker). Ther is a Hi-Gloss Cherry and Bird's Eye Maple Dining Table with the Optional ability to lowered to create the settee into a sleeper position and (sleep filler cushion included The back rest of Forward section of U-Shaped settee Flips over to make large forward facing “L” shaped Mate settee with stainless steel handrail, forward visibility and open view to the galley.  

The position of the engine room translates into quiet Cruising Speeds throughout the entire Salon and Helm. 

  • AcordShades on all opening portsElectric sunroof with shade/screen
  • Optional blind and curtain package for main salon
  • Teak and Holly flooring 
  • Overhead LED Lighting
  • Sound deadening headliner panels
  • Salon Digital HVAC Controls
  • 4additionaldimmer switches
  • Fusion Marine Stereo,iPod dock with (4) speakers & remote control
  • Port is a large “U” shaped settee with storage under andOptionalUltraleather upholstery.
  • High gloss table withOptionalhigh/low setting and filler cushion foradditionalsleep area.
  • Optional Ice Maker port side aft under settee with Optional Single Seagull water purifier.
  • Forward section “U” shaped settee back rest flips and raises up to orforward facingseating.
  • To starboard is aft of Stidd Helm seat is a row of cabinets housing a Pop-upLEDTV
  • Optional Fixed hull side portlight, port side only in lower lounge
  • Digital AC/Heat thermostats
  • New Ice Maker currently on order
Helm Station

Many of the advantages of the Salon Express style can be found at the helm. Excellent sight lines are a result of a careful study of the helm ergonomics and of the design of the surfaces which allow the Sabre 38 to run at just 3.5 degree up from her resting state. A significant feature of the Sabre is the Volvo Glass Cockpit system. This control and navigational system includes Volvo-Penta trim tabs, a large Garmin/Volvo multi-function display and Volvo IPS joystick mounted on the outboard arm rest. A Stidd helm chair is without peer when it comes to comfort and support for crews making long passages.  

The Helm Station is positioned in the Forward Starboard side of the Salon, offering Excellent visibility at all vessel speeds and on same level as guest seating and allowing great visibility and comfort. There is also a wing door from the helm station that allows quick access to decks and good communications to those assisting with lines when docking.  

  • Single N Series Stidd helm chair(fully adjustable) with Folding Footrest
  • Cherry wood helm area
  • Optional EXTRA LARGE Electric sunroof with shade/screen in lieu of the std. (2) pilot hatches
  • Compass
  • Volvo Penta IPS helm
  • Lenco Auto Glide trim tab system
  • Volvo IPS electronic controls
  • Engine Start/Stop control panel,
  • Volvo Penta color display (1) with: 
    • Tachometer w/hour meter 
    • Engine temperature
    • Engine oil pressure 
    • Voltmeter
    • Water in Fuel warning 
    • Fuel remaining function 
    • Fuel consumption function 
    • High water temp and low oil pressure alarm
    • Engine start/stop buttons
  • Tripple windshield wipers with washers
  • Switch controls forhorn, running lights, anchor light, engine roomblowerand optional equipment.
  • Sazo wood trimmed 16” steering wheel
  • Controls for horn 
  • Running lights 
  • Anchor light
  • Engine room blower
  • Kahlenberg dual chrome horn
Lower Lounge

Four steps down form the helm deck is a lower lounge which converts to a full-size double berth. An optional hull port is available to add natural light to the space. (OPTIONAL port is on this vessel). This quiet and private spot is an excellent place to curl-up with a good book or your favorite boating magazine or it can be an extra cabin when friends and family join you aboard. The lounge has a privacy curtain and a pullout sleeping space. The optional rectangular Hull-Side window brings in beautiful natural light to the area. From the lounge area there is a large cabinet door that opens up huge storage that is under the salon deck. 

  • Main AC/DC Breaker panel with remote Generator Controls
  • L-Shaped settee with pull out converts to double berth
  • Bookshelf outboard of Settee
  • Extra largedrawer handy to galley forlarge items
  • Optional Port light for natural lighting36”x10” Hull fixed portlight
  • Optional 22” LED TV 
  • Optional Ultraleather upholstery (matches salon)
Galley Down

A well-equipped galley is located aft of the master stateroom. The bulkhead between these two spaces has a television for the master stateroom mounted on its forward surface. This divider can be closed for privacy and deploy the television for the master stateroom. 

Her galley includes a stainless steel fridge/freezer, convection microwave oven, 2-burner cooktop and ample space for the galley stores. Light from the large forward windshield above, the optional lower level side port and the huge Optional single sun roof above floods this space with natural light .

  • Galley is open to the Natural light of the Windshield and Salon Windows
  • L-Shaped Quartz galley countertop with Cherry Cabinetry
  • Stainless steel sink with faucet
  • Stainless Steel Refrigerator/FreezerDrawerstyleDC or AC voltage
  • Stainless steel Microwave Oven
  • Kenyon 2 burnerglasstopelectric stove
  • Lockers above stove
  • Under mounted Stainless-steel sink with faucet/spray & Optional filtered fresh water
  • Clever Galley storage with door and Drawer storage
  • Drawers and storage lockers below counter 
  • Storage cabinets outboard and above aft counter
  • Lockers above stove
  • (2) Burner electric cooktop
  • Compact stainless steel microwave oven
  • Stainless steel drawer style refrigerator/freezer 12DC/120VAC
Head & Stall Shower

Opposite Galley DUAL ENTRY with 2nd Door to Primary. 

The en-suite head unit is functional and elegantly conceived, offering contemporary fixtures and solid surface countertops. The air is kept fresh with the use of a fresh water flus MSD and macerator system. A glass shower door, large overhead hatch and tow opening port lights create an open and airy space. 

The enclosed head and shower is located across form the Galley you will find the head and shower. With doors from the Common space as well as from the Master Stateroom. The head is bright, easy to get in and out of with natural light and ventilation and ac/dc lighting.  

  • Electric freshwater flushing toilet
  • Quartz countertops on a Fiberglass base cabinet with louvered teak door
  • Vessel style Bowl sink with designed combination faucet
  • Teak medicine cabinet with sliding doors
  • Teak trimmed mirror
  • Stainless steel Portlight with shade opens when desired
  • Stand up Shower withtemperedglass panels and shower door
  • Wand style shower head, Portlight in the shower and a small seat within the shower area.
  • Hot & cold pressure water
  • Electric shower sump pump
  • Towel bars
  • Ventilation blower
Primary Stateroom/Cabin

The Sabre 38 offers a sumptuous primary stateroom with en suit head and shower. A queen size pedestal berth that has steps to both sides for ease of access. For the cruising family there is an extraordinary amount of storage for personal effects. True to Sabre’s 60+ years of design philosophy, the primary cabin offers multiple draws, lockers and hanging space including a cedar lined hanging locker.

The primary stateroom is beautiful, located forward in the boat. It is truly a stunning space accented with Teak and Holly decking, Teak trimmed overhead, Cherry Cabinetry and the Sabre signature custom build furnishings.

  • Forward Queen berth never used since new.
  • Custom Spread and accessory pillows.
  • Spacious Island Berth layout withdraw storage beneath
  • Comfortable 5” mattress 
  • Cherry hull ceilings
  • Upper storage to port & starboard
  • Drawers under bed
  • Hanging locker aft of starboard, cedar lined
  • Drawers in bureau w/locker w/shelf above and single louvered door 
  • A/C return grills under drawers
  • Locker face with (2) doors
  • Large hanging locker to starboard, cedar-lined with shelf and hangar pole
  • Open shelf above
  • Teak and Holly sole
  • Soft headliner panels 
  • Passageway door between galley and forward cabin 
  • Divider between galley and stateroom with surface mounted 26" LED Television 
Electrical & Lighting

 

  • 6KW GENERATOR
  • 12V VAC ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
  • OptionalInverter 2800 watt / Battery Charger
  • TWO 30 AMP shore power inlets and two 50 ft. cords
  • Galvanic Failsafe isolator
  • Two dedicated engine starting batteries
  • Two 4D 210 Amp hour deep cycle ship’s service batteries          
  • 12V outlets in each cabin and one in engine room 
  • All galley and head receptacles are GIF protected
  • Additional positioned in locations as appropriate
  • Reverse cycle heat/air-conditioning in (2) zones
  • Battery Management Panel including Emergency Crossover Switch
  • Remote Control Ships Power Switch
  • Remote Control Starting Battery Switch
  • Illuminated main circuit breaker distribution panel w/battery voltage gauge lighting
  • LED reading lights
  • LED lights in the overhead
  • LED strip lighting in appropriate locations 
  • LED Engine Room lighting
  • Cockpit courtesy lights w/remote switch at transom
  • UL Listed Tinned wire throughout
  • Cockpit courtesy lights with remote switch at transom
Fuel
  • Twin 150 USG rotomolded diesel fuel tanks
  • Raycorefuel filters
  • 2” “Diesel” deck fill plates
Engine Room / Mechanical

The engine room is entered from the mid cockpit hatch that includes assist hydraulic pistons. 

  • Twin Volvo Penta D4 300hp engines 3.71 (4) cylinder fresh water-cooled
  • VP IPS Drives 
  • Engine hours(432)
  • Volvo ISP electronic controls
  • Volvo Penta engine display
  • Volvo Penta multi-function engine controls 
  • 12V alternators each engine
  • Volvo raw water intake strainers
  • Engine room blower
  • Engine room vent ducts
  • Whitegel coatedengine room
  • Mylar Foil face engine room noise barrier 
  • Volvo Active corrosion protection ACP (to safeguard against galvanic corrosion)
  • Marine Air reverse cycle air conditioner & heat – 2 16,000 BTU units
  • Digital thermostats
  • Marine Air reverse cycle air conditioner & heat – 2 16,000 BTU units
  • Digital thermostats
  • Hot & cold pressure water system 12 volt
  • Reverso Oil Change system
  • Volvo Active Corrosion protection “APC
  • Hot & cold pressure water system 12 vol
  • Lenco Auto Glide trim tab system
  • Windshield wipers w/washer (3)
  • optional Inverter/charger2800-watttrue sine wave with remote control.
Fresh Water System
  • Water capacity100 gals
  • Single Seagull water purifier on the galleycold waterplumbed to galley faucet
  • 11 gal. Stainless steel hot water heater 110V and engine heat exchanger
  • Hot and Cold pressure water system 12V
Waste Disposal
  • Polyethylene Holding tank with40-gallon capacity
  • Diaphragm waste pulp on holding tank
Additional Information

SALE WILL INCLUDE

  • NEW portable rail mounted cockpit grill
  • Portable vacuum
  • Galley cookware(neverused)
  • Cleaning supplies and hose for interior and exterior
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
6/18/26Initial price$475,000

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Boston Yacht Sales, 145 Falmouth Heights Road, Falmouth, MA, 02540

Overview from around the web 2013 Sabre 38 Salon Express

The 2013 Sabre 38 Salon Express has garnered positive feedback from customers who appreciate its combination of classic styling, modern amenities, and exceptional performance

Here are some common themes from user reviews: 1. Elegant Design: Many owners praise the boat's elegant lines and attention to detail, highlighting the craftsmanship that Sabre is known for. The spacious salon and well-appointed interior create a welcoming atmosphere. 2. Comfort and Functionality: Customers often mention the comfort of the seating arrangements and the easy flow of the layout. The cockpit is well-designed for socializing, while the salon offers a cozy yet open space for relaxation. 3. Performance: Users consistently commend the handling and performance of the Sabre 38 Salon Express. The responsive maneuverability and stability in various conditions make for a pleasurable boating experience. 4. Quality Construction: Owners express confidence in the quality of the boat's construction, noting its solid build and attention to marine-grade materials, which contribute to longevity and durability. 5. Amenities: The inclusion of modern amenities like an efficient galley, comfortable sleeping quarters, and upgraded technology features are frequently highlighted as key advantages, enhancing the onboard experience. 6. Versatility: Many customers find the Sabre 38 Salon Express to be versatile for various uses, whether for leisurely weekend cruising or entertaining guests. Overall, the 2013 Sabre 38 Salon Express is celebrated for its elegance, performance, and quality construction, making it a popular choice among boating enthusiasts.

The Biggest Pros and Cons

The 2013 Sabre 38 Salon Express is a meticulously crafted vessel known for its blend of performance, luxury, and practicality. Here's a breakdown of the pros and cons:

Pros

Design and Aesthetics: The Sabre 38 boasts a classic Downeast design with elegant lines and a refined finish, making it visually appealing both on and off the water.

Build Quality: Constructed with high-quality materials and attention to detail, the boat offers durability and longevity. The use of fiberglass and advanced building techniques ensures a reliable vessel.

Performance: Powered by twin diesel engines, the Sabre 38 provides excellent speed and handling, making it a joy to navigate. Its shallow draft allows for access to a variety of cruising locations.

Comfortable Interior: The spacious salon features large windows that flood the interior with natural light, creating a welcoming atmosphere. Comfortable seating and a well-designed galley make it perfect for entertaining or relaxing.

Versatile Layout: With a well-appointed cabin and multiple seating areas, the layout is functional for day cruising, overnight stays, or extended trips. The ability to customize space for personal needs adds to its appeal.

Efficient Fuel Consumption: The hull design and engine choice result in an efficient ride, providing impressive fuel economy compared to many other vessels in its class.

Cons

Price Point: The Sabre 38 Salon Express is a premium boat, and the initial investment can be substantial compared to comparable models. While it offers great value for its features, budget-conscious buyers may find it high-priced.

Limited Headroom: In some areas of the cabin, headroom may be slightly constrained for taller individuals, which could affect comfort during extended stays.

Storage Space: While the layout is efficient, some users may find that storage options can be limited, particularly for those planning long voyages or needing to carry a lot of gear.

Maintenance Requirements: As with any quality boat, regular maintenance is essential to keep it in top condition. Owners should be prepared for the ongoing upkeep associated with a high-performance vessel.

Limited Speed: While it performs admirably in handling and cruising, some may find its top speed lower compared to sportier models, which might not be ideal for those seeking high-speed adventures. The 2013 Sabre 38 Salon Express combines elegant design with superior performance, making it a strong choice for those looking for both comfort and style on the water. However, potential buyers should weigh the pros and cons according to their specific needs and boating lifestyle.

Made For

The 2013 Sabre 38 Salon Express is designed for discerning boaters who value quality, comfort, and performance in a stylish package. Ideal for both seasoned mariners and newcomers alike, this vessel caters to those who seek a perfect blend of elegance and functionality. Perfect for day cruising, weekend getaways, or longer voyages, the Sabre 38 Salon Express is well-suited for couples and families who appreciate thoughtful design and modern amenities. Its spacious cockpit and inviting salon allow for social gatherings while providing easy access to the water for fishing or swimming. Furthermore, this boat appeals to those who partake in coastal exploration or harbor hopping, thanks to its nimble handling and powerful engine options. With its classic lines and contemporary finishes, the Sabre 38 Salon Express attracts boaters who have an eye for aesthetics and craftsmanship. Whether you’re entertaining guests or enjoying a quiet evening anchored in a secluded cove, the 2013 Sabre 38 Salon Express is crafted to elevate your boating experience. It’s not just a boat; it’s a lifestyle choice for those who appreciate the finer things on the water.

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