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FANTASI 37

FANTASI 37

Jacobssons Båtbyggeri· Design: Knut Jacobsson
1974–198882 built
$2.1K – $5.7K est. annual maintenance
Bluewater CruisermonoMasthead SloopFull/Long

Specifications

Hull

LOA36.74 ft
LWL29.86 ft
Beam11.32 ft
Draft5.74 ft
Displacement18,739 lb
Ballast8,102.7 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL7.3 kn

Rig & Sails

Mainsail333.68 sq ft
Jib (100%)312.15 sq ft

About the FANTASI 37

Sail Area: Main: 31 m² / 333.7 ft² Jib: 29 m² / 312.15 ft² Genoa: 50 m² / 538.2 ft² Also available with an optional Yanmar H4 74 HP diesel.

Sailpages Buyer's Take

Designed by Knut Jacobsson and built by Jacobssons Båtbyggeri from 1974–1988, the Fantasi 37 is a robust cruising sloop with 82 hulls produced. Its heavy displacement of 18739.0 lb and full keel design reflect a focus on stability and seakeeping over pure speed.

Best for:
This boat suits coastal and offshore cruisers who prioritize comfort and safety, particularly those seeking a stable platform for bluewater passages or long-term liveaboard use.
Bluewater capability:
With a capsize ratio of 1.71 and a comfort ratio of 35.82, the Fantasi 37 is well-suited for offshore cruising, offering excellent stability and motion comfort in heavy weather.
Comparables:
Comparable to other Jacobsson designs like the Fantasi 33 or 40, as well as heavy-displacement full-keel cruisers from the 1970s such as the Cal 34 or Valiant 40, due to similar build quality and conservative hull forms.

Performance

Comfort35.8
Capsize1.71
SA/Disp19.9
Disp/Len314
Bal/Disp43.2

Pricing

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Estimated Cost of Ownership

Based on 36.74ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.

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Annual Maintenance
$2.1K – $5.7K
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Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection

17 reported issues across 8 systems for the FANTASI 37, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.

5 critical6 major6 minor
Structural4Engine4Deck2Rudder2Hull2Rigging1Keel1Plumbing1

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