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1983 Wilbur 38 Flybridge
$159,900
$167,000
Boat in Stuart, FL 34997 US
38 Flybridge
1 Engine (Cumins)
38 feet
Diesel
Fiberglass/Reinforced
38' Wilbur 38 Flybridge
We are pleased to present Puffin, a classic Wilbur 38 Flybridge Cruiser.
She is ready to take you to the islands as soon as provisioned!
She is a respected and enduring Downeast design. Her build was in Maine's Southwest Harbor by Lee S. Wilbur & Co.
Wilbur Yachts is a well-known boat building company that specializes in crafting high-quality, custom-built yachts with traditional designs and exceptional craftsmanship.
This 38-foot boat embodies the classic characteristics that Wilbur Yachts is known for: elegant lines, sturdy construction, and a focus on seaworthiness. A raked stem, round chines, full length keel/skeg and full transom. Color of topsides and all decks Awlgrip Eggshell White, except non-skid cockpit sole is Awlgrip custom mix light blue. Painted surfaces inside including engine room and lazarette Awlgrip Snow White. Downeast hull designs are known for their soft, dry ride. They ride at relatively flat angles at all speed ranges.
She won't disappoint!
Wilbur boats are often favored by those who appreciate a classic look combined with modern amenities. These boats tend to have comfortable interiors with a layout that maximizes space for relaxation, entertainment, and sleeping accommodations. Puffin provides ample room for socializing while also offering enough space for sleeping quarters, a galley, and a head.
We are pleased to present Puffin, a classic Wilbur 38 Flybridge Cruiser.
She is ready to take you to the islands as soon as provisioned!
She is a respected and enduring Downeast design. Her build was in Maine's Southwest Harbor by Lee S. Wilbur & Co.
Wilbur Yachts is a well-known boat building company that specializes in crafting high-quality, custom-built yachts with traditional designs and exceptional craftsmanship.
This 38-foot boat embodies the classic characteristics that Wilbur Yachts is known for: elegant lines, sturdy construction, and a focus on seaworthiness. A raked stem, round chines, full length keel/skeg and full transom. Color of topsides and all decks Awlgrip Eggshell White, except non-skid cockpit sole is Awlgrip custom mix light blue. Painted surfaces inside including engine room and lazarette Awlgrip Snow White. Downeast hull designs are known for their soft, dry ride. They ride at relatively flat angles at all speed ranges.
She won't disappoint!
Wilbur boats are often favored by those who appreciate a classic look combined with modern amenities. These boats tend to have comfortable interiors with a layout that maximizes space for relaxation, entertainment, and sleeping accommodations. Puffin provides ample room for socializing while also offering enough space for sleeping quarters, a galley, and a head.
Nominal Length
38ft
Beam
14.67ft
Max Draft
4ft
Displacement
28000lb
Cruising Speed
14kn
Max Speed
18kn
Heads
1
Fresh Water Tanks
200gal
Fuel Tanks
300gal
Hull Material
fiberglass
Hull Shape
displacement
Engine 1
Engine Make
Cumins
Engine Model
6CTA 8,3
Total Power
430hp
Engine Hours
3886
Engine Type
inboard
Fuel Type
diesel
Engine Year
1983
Drive Type
direct
Broker's Comments
Ready for the islands?
Cruise locally or head to Key West, Bahamas or further.
She is ready for you.
Puffin is a stunning example of the Wilbur 38 Flybridge Cruiser.
Renowned for their solid fiberglass construction, quiet ride, and exceptional seaworthiness,
Wilbur Yachts have long been favored by discerning yachtsmen who value integrity as much as elegance.
She has been well maintained by an experienced owner.
Let their change in plans be your opportunity to own an classi!
Her Awlgripped topsides look great and her interior is bright. She has a clean, organized engine room!
Cruise locally or head to Key West, Bahamas or further.
She is ready for you.
Puffin is a stunning example of the Wilbur 38 Flybridge Cruiser.
Renowned for their solid fiberglass construction, quiet ride, and exceptional seaworthiness,
Wilbur Yachts have long been favored by discerning yachtsmen who value integrity as much as elegance.
She has been well maintained by an experienced owner.
Let their change in plans be your opportunity to own an classi!
Her Awlgripped topsides look great and her interior is bright. She has a clean, organized engine room!
Additional Information
Accommodations
Sleeps 6. Forward cabin has a double berth to port with lockers and storage opposite. Aft to starboard are large upper and lower bunks. Next aft to starboard is the head with wand shower, and manual head. Step up to the main salon with a spacious convertible dinette and drop leaf table and various chairs. To starboard is a helm station. All the interior joiner work is varnished teak and Formica with teak and holly soles.
Galley
The L-shaped galley consisting of Shipmate propane 4 burner stove., 200 gallons of water in four equal plastic tanks under cockpit, all valved, with filter mounted in engine room. 6-gallon 110v. hot water heater.
Electronics
Tankage
Other Equipment
6 KW Northern Lights generator Model M673L.3 with sound shield and optional stop/start panel in engine room.
Sleeps 6. Forward cabin has a double berth to port with lockers and storage opposite. Aft to starboard are large upper and lower bunks. Next aft to starboard is the head with wand shower, and manual head. Step up to the main salon with a spacious convertible dinette and drop leaf table and various chairs. To starboard is a helm station. All the interior joiner work is varnished teak and Formica with teak and holly soles.
Galley
The L-shaped galley consisting of Shipmate propane 4 burner stove., 200 gallons of water in four equal plastic tanks under cockpit, all valved, with filter mounted in engine room. 6-gallon 110v. hot water heater.
Electronics
- ICOM IC-M73 handheld VHF Radio ICOM IC-M302 VHF radio
- Lower station. GARMIN GPS map 498 chart plotter
- Lower station. Garmin 5212 sounder/ plotter
- Upper station. SIMRAD AP 22 Autopilot lower station with remote at bridge. DANFORTH Compass
- Lower helm MORSE CONTROLS, HIGHNAUTIC STEERING.
Tankage
- Fuel, two (2) 150 gallon aluminum tanks
- Water, four(4) 50 gallon poly tanks
- Waste - one (1) new 36 gal holding tank.
Other Equipment
- Two high water alarms
- Two Rule pumps - 12v & auto
- 6" Danforth compass on cabin bridge
- Six opening ports
- Custom S/S swim ladder
- Polished Stainless Steel handrail on swim platform
- Fiberglass swim platform
- Transom door.
- Custom starboard 5 drawer tackle locker in cockpit
- Five bronze rod holders in Cockpit
- Six stainless rod holders on polished stainless steel ladder with starboard steps to bridge. Six stainless steel rod holders on stainless steel bridge railing
- One portable chrome Lee rod holder on mast in cockpit
- Custom 5/4 teak overhead rod rack in salon for eight rods. (26 rods total)
- Anchor windless with controls at bow and bridge.
- Rupp Outriggers
- Hot and cold water washdown at the transom.
6 KW Northern Lights generator Model M673L.3 with sound shield and optional stop/start panel in engine room.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 4/2/26 | Price decreased | $159,900(-4.3%) |
| 3/31/26 | No change | $175,900 |
| 3/19/26 | Price decreased | $167,000(-5.1%) |
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Address
4905 SE Dixie Highway
Suite 105
Stuart, FL 34997
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4905 SE Dixie Highway, Suite 105, Stuart, FL, 34997
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