Question 1

What are the specs of the WARRIOR 38?

Accepted Answer

The WARRIOR 38 has the following specifications: 38ft LOA, 13ft beam, 5ft draft, 18,750lb displacement, 8,250lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Cutter. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a WARRIOR 38 cost?

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The WARRIOR 38 has an average asking price of $78,664, with prices ranging from $50,736 to $109,655 based on 3 listings.

Question 3

Who built the WARRIOR 38 and when was it made?

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Built by Trident Marine (UK), designed by Bill Dixon/Angus Primrose, first built in 1985, with production ending in 1987, 49 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the WARRIOR 38 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The WARRIOR 38 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 28.76, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.96, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a WARRIOR 38?

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Annual maintenance for a WARRIOR 38 is estimated at $2.3K – $6.2K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the WARRIOR 38 (38ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $2.3K – $6.2K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $700-$1250/year (based on $78,664 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 38ft boat: Florida: $6,800-$18,200/year. California: $6,400-$16,000/year. Massachusetts: $4,800-$10,600/year + $1,500 winter storage. New York: $4,800-$13,300/year + $1,500 winter storage. Maryland: $4,600-$8,200/year. Texas: $2,700-$8,200/year. Washington: $5,500-$11,900/year. Michigan: $2,700-$5,900/year + $1,500 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,100-$8,200/year. South Carolina: $5,900-$11,400/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $6K to $30K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 7

How much does it cost to dock a WARRIOR 38?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the WARRIOR 38 (38ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $6,800-$18,200/year. California: $6,400-$16,000/year. Massachusetts: $4,800-$10,600/year + $1,500 winter storage. New York: $4,800-$13,300/year + $1,500 winter storage. Maryland: $4,600-$8,200/year. Texas: $2,700-$8,200/year. Washington: $5,500-$11,900/year. Michigan: $2,700-$5,900/year + $1,500 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,100-$8,200/year. South Carolina: $5,900-$11,400/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 8

What are the common problems with the WARRIOR 38?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the WARRIOR 38 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, 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 WARRIOR 38.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a WARRIOR 38?

Accepted Answer

When buying a WARRIOR 38, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural. 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 WARRIOR 38 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 10

How does the WARRIOR 38 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The WARRIOR 38 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 38ft LOA, comfort ratio 28.76, capsize ratio 1.96, average price $78,664. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	38 ft
LWL	31 ft
Beam	13 ft
Draft	5 ft
Displacement	18,750 lb
Ballast	8,250 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.5 kn

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