IMPRESSION 384 (ELAN)
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 37.89 ft |
| LWL | 36.91 ft |
| Beam | 12.83 ft |
| Draft | 5.91 ft |
| Displacement | 17,416 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 8.1 kn |
About the IMPRESSION 384 (ELAN)
Designed by Rob Humphreys and built by Elan Marine (SVN) from 2006–2010, the Impression 384 is a performance-oriented cruiser with a fractional sloop rig. While the exact hulls built count is unspecified, the model is characterized by a displacement of 17416.0 lb and a comfort ratio of 24.18.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and performance-oriented sailors who prioritize speed and handling over heavy bluewater comfort, given its relatively low D/L ratio of 154.62.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 1.98 and a fin keel, the boat is capable of offshore passages but is better suited for coastal and nearshore cruising rather than extreme bluewater expeditions.
- Comparables:
- Comparable to other Rob Humphreys designs from the same era, such as the Beneteau First 36.7 or the Elan 380, due to shared design philosophy and similar fractional rig configurations.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(1 certificate)
Measured performance data from ORC (Offshore Racing Congress) certificates.
Polar Diagram
Boat speed (kn) vs. true wind angle. Source: ORC
Racing Ratings
Triple Number
ORC Measured
Sail Areas (ORC)
Speed Table (kn)
| TWA \ TWS | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 20 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52° | 4.6 | 5.6 | 6.3 | 6.9 | 7.2 | 7.4 | 7.5 |
| 60° | 5.0 | 6.0 | 6.7 | 7.2 | 7.5 | 7.6 | 7.7 |
| 75° | 5.3 | 6.3 | 7.0 | 7.4 | 7.7 | 7.9 | 8.2 |
| 90° | 5.4 | 6.4 | 7.2 | 7.6 | 7.9 | 8.1 | 8.4 |
| 110° | 5.2 | 6.4 | 7.2 | 7.6 | 7.9 | 8.2 | 8.9 |
| 120° | 5.0 | 6.1 | 6.9 | 7.4 | 7.7 | 8.0 | 8.7 |
| 135° | 4.3 | 5.4 | 6.3 | 7.0 | 7.4 | 7.8 | 8.4 |
| 150° | 3.6 | 4.7 | 5.6 | 6.4 | 7.0 | 7.5 | 8.1 |
| Beat VMG | 3.0 | 3.6 | 4.1 | 4.5 | 4.9 | 5.0 | 5.1 |
| Run VMG | 3.2 | 4.1 | 4.9 | 5.7 | 6.4 | 7.0 | 7.7 |
Market Price
Asking price by model year
15 listings · boat years 2005–2011 · median $96,012
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 37.89ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
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Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
4 reported issues across 2 systems for the IMPRESSION 384 (ELAN), compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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