CATALINA 387
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 39.83 ft |
| LWL | 32.42 ft |
| Beam | 12.34 ft |
| Draft | 7.15 ft |
| Displacement | 19,000 lb |
| Ballast | 6,800.1 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.6 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 50.92 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 14.67 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 44.16 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 15.68 ft |
| FLforestay | 14.7 ft |
| Mainsail | 747.4 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 373.5 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 634.9 sq ft |
About the CATALINA 387
Updated version of CATALINA 380. Winged keel model also available. (draft: 4.83'/1.47m) Disp.: 19500 lbs./8845 kgs. Ballast: 7300 lbs./3311 kgs.
The Catalina 387 is a 39.83 ft masthead sloop designed by Gerry Douglas and built by Catalina Yachts, with production records indicating a build year of 2003. With a displacement of 19000.0 lb and a beam of 12.34 ft, this vessel represents a specific era of Catalina's production, though the exact total hulls built is not definitively specified in the available data.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and weekend sailors who prioritize interior volume and ease of handling, as evidenced by the high prevalence of bow thruster (23 mentions) and flexofold propeller (20 mentions) upgrades for dockside maneuverability.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a displacement of 19000.0 lb and a capsize ratio of 1.85, the boat is moderately capable offshore, but potential structural concerns regarding keel smiles and mast step rot require careful verification for serious bluewater use.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Catalina 380 and 385, which share similar dimensions and interior layouts, as well as the Beneteau 38 and Hunter 38, which offer similar beam and cockpit configurations for this era.
Performance
Estimated Value
Low ConfidenceAsking price by model year
9 listings · boat years 2003–2006 · median $119,000
Each dot is one listing · hover for details · dashed red line marks the median · obvious data-entry outliers (top & bottom 2.5%) excluded.
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 39.83ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
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Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
14 reported issues across 9 systems for the CATALINA 387, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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