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ENDEAVOUR 38

ENDEAVOUR 38

Endeavour Yacht Corp.🇺🇸· Design: Johan Valentijn
$51,333 avg$50,000 – $54,000 (3 listings)1984–1990215 built
$2.3K – $6.2K est. annual maintenance
Offshore CruisermonoMasthead SloopFin
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Specifications

Hull

LOA38.25 ft
LWL32 ft
Beam12.51 ft
Draft4.92 ft
Displacement17,600 lb
Ballast6,999.5 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL7.6 kn

Rig & Sails

Iforetriangle height51 ft
Jforetriangle base16.75 ft
Pmainsail luff44.25 ft
Emainsail foot12.5 ft
FLforestay16.8 ft
Mainsail725.8 sq ft
Jib (100%)427.1 sq ft
Spinnaker726.1 sq ft

About the ENDEAVOUR 38

A center cockpit versions was also available. (See ENDEAVOR 38 CC.)

Sailpages Buyer's Take

Designed by Johan Valentijn and built by Endeavour Yacht Corp. (USA) from 1984–1990, the Endeavour 38 is a substantial cruising sloop with 215 hulls produced. Its heavy displacement of 17600.0 lb and fin keel configuration reflect a design philosophy prioritizing stability and seakeeping over pure speed.

Best for:
This boat is best suited for coastal and offshore cruisers who value comfort and stability, as indicated by its high comfort ratio of 27.76 and low capsize ratio of 1.93. It appeals to owners seeking a robust, traditional cruising platform rather than a high-performance racer.
Bluewater capability:
With a displacement of 17600.0 lb and a capsize ratio of 1.93, the Endeavour 38 demonstrates strong offshore suitability and resistance to capsizing in heavy weather.
Comparables:
Comparable boats from this era include the Cal 40 and O'Day 38, which share similar displacement and beam characteristics. These vessels are comparable because they all represent the late-80s trend toward heavier, more stable cruising sloops with fin keels.

Direct variant of the ENDEAVOUR 38

Near-identical models — same hull, builder and designer, re-badged or lightly changed. Specs and owner-reported issues are typically shared across the group, so a sister model's page may carry detail this one doesn't.

ENDEAVOUR 38 CC1984–1990

Performance

Comfort27.8
Capsize1.93
SA/Disp16.7
Disp/Len240
Bal/Disp39.8

Estimated Value

Limited Data
Based on 2 listings
Low
$39,627
Estimated Value
$40,404
High
$41,181
Inflation-adjusted to 2026 USD

Estimated Cost of Ownership

Based on 38.25ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.

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Annual Maintenance
$2.3K – $6.2K
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Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection

7 reported issues across 5 systems for the ENDEAVOUR 38, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.

5 critical2 major
Structural2Deck2Plumbing1Rudder1Engine1

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