Question 1

What are the specs of the SEAFARER 38C?

Accepted Answer

The SEAFARER 38C has the following specifications: 37.75ft LOA, 10.5ft beam, 4.5ft draft, 16,500lb displacement, 5,499.4lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Cutter. Keel: Full/Long.

Question 2

How much does a SEAFARER 38C cost?

Accepted Answer

The SEAFARER 38C has an average asking price of $20,500, with prices ranging from $19,000 to $22,000 based on 2 listings.

Question 3

Who built the SEAFARER 38C and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Seafarer Yachts, designed by Philip L. Rhodes, first built in 1972.

Question 4

Is the SEAFARER 38C good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The SEAFARER 38C is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 36.6, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.65, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the SEAFARER 38C?

Accepted Answer

The SEAFARER 38C has a sail area to displacement ratio of 12.12, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 364.03, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a SEAFARER 38C?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a SEAFARER 38C is estimated at $2.5K – $6.7K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 7

How much does it cost to own a SEAFARER 38C per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the SEAFARER 38C (37.75ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $2.5K – $6.7K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $200-$350/year (based on $20,500 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 37.75ft boat: Florida: $6,800-$18,100/year. California: $6,300-$15,900/year. Massachusetts: $4,800-$10,600/year + $1,500 winter storage. New York: $4,800-$13,200/year + $1,500 winter storage. Maryland: $4,500-$8,200/year. Texas: $2,700-$8,200/year. Washington: $5,400-$11,800/year. Michigan: $2,600-$5,800/year + $1,500 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,100-$8,200/year. South Carolina: $5,900-$11,300/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $5K to $30K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 8

How much does it cost to dock a SEAFARER 38C?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the SEAFARER 38C (37.75ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $6,800-$18,100/year. California: $6,300-$15,900/year. Massachusetts: $4,800-$10,600/year + $1,500 winter storage. New York: $4,800-$13,200/year + $1,500 winter storage. Maryland: $4,500-$8,200/year. Texas: $2,700-$8,200/year. Washington: $5,400-$11,800/year. Michigan: $2,600-$5,800/year + $1,500 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,100-$8,200/year. South Carolina: $5,900-$11,300/year. Rates are per foot per month multiplied by boat length. Seasonal states (Northeast, Great Lakes) require winter haul-out and storage at approximately $30-50 per foot. Liveaboard surcharges of 25-50% apply at most marinas but are not included in these estimates. Mooring balls are typically 40-55% less than slip costs. Source: SailPages.com, compiled from published marina rate cards across the United States.

Question 9

What are the common problems with the SEAFARER 38C?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the SEAFARER 38C by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, plumbing, each rated by severity (critical, major, minor). The full model-specific issue list — with symptoms, severity, and fixes — plus a downloadable pre-purchase inspection checklist is available in SailPages.com's report for the SEAFARER 38C.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a SEAFARER 38C?

Accepted Answer

When buying a SEAFARER 38C, SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural, plumbing. Always hire a SAMS or NAMS accredited marine surveyor — SailPages.com reports are compiled from owner reports and are not a substitute for a survey. The downloadable report for the SEAFARER 38C includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 11

What are the sail dimensions of the SEAFARER 38C?

Accepted Answer

The SEAFARER 38C has the following rig dimensions: I=36.8ft (foretriangle height), J=14.7ft (foretriangle base), P=31.2ft (mainsail luff), E=14ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 506.4 sq ft. Jib area: 270.5 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the SEAFARER 38C compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The SEAFARER 38C is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 37.75ft LOA, comfort ratio 36.6, capsize ratio 1.65, SA/disp 12.12, average price $20,500. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	37.75 ft
LWL	27.25 ft
Beam	10.5 ft
Draft	4.5 ft
Displacement	16,500 lb
Ballast	5,499.4 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.0 kn

Iforetriangle height	36.8 ft
Jforetriangle base	14.7 ft
Pmainsail luff	31.2 ft
Emainsail foot	14 ft
FLforestay	14.7 ft
Mainsail	506.4 sq ft
Jib (100%)	270.5 sq ft
Spinnaker	459.8 sq ft

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