bavaria yachts 38 ocean Pre owned

Bavaria 38 Ocean – Centre Cockpit Version
This Bavaria 38 Ocean, built in 1999, is a proven bluewater cruising yacht renowned for her comfort, robustness, and quality German construction. The centre cockpit layout provides enhanced safety at sea and an ideal configuration for long-distance cruising or liveaboard use.
This yacht was commissioned in Lemmer (Netherlands) and has remained with the same owner for the past 23 years. She has been carefully maintained and regularly upgraded.
Main CharacteristicsLOA: 11.73 mBeam: 3.99 mDraft: 1.55 mDisplacement: 7,500 kgBallast: 2,900 kgCE Category: A (Ocean)Hull: GRP – WhiteDeck: Teak over GRPKeel: Fixed fin keel (lead)
Capacities:Fuel: 225 L (approx. 672 NM range)Fresh water: 395 L (2 tanks)
Accommodation – Excellent onboard comfort2 cabins / 1 heads (dual access)Spacious aft owner’s cabin with king-size double berthForward cabin with ample storageBright saloon with central table and generous storageFunctional L-shaped galleyHeads with separate showerUpholsteryPressurized hot and cold water
The centre cockpit is fully protected with sprayhood, bimini and full enclosure, providing a comfortable outdoor living space in all weather conditions.
Rigging & SailsSelden sloop rigIn-mast furling mainsailFurling genoaSpinnaker and cruising chute with gearStanding rigging mostly replaced in 2025Harken deck hardware
Engine & TechnicalVolvo Penta MD22LB – 50 HPSaildrive with 3-blade propeller and rope cutterCruising speed: 6.5 knotsAnnual servicing (last service: May 2026)Bow thruster
Electrical & EnergyDomestic batteries 2 x 140Ah (2025)Dolphin charger and Balmar high-output alternator85W solar panelFull battery monitoring system
Navigation ElectronicsRaymarine C70 chartplotter (Navionics)Raymarine SL72 radarRaymarine autopilot with remote controlAIS receiverFixed and handheld VHFWind / speed / depth instruments
Deck & EquipmentTeak deckElectric windlass + Rocna 20 kg anchor + 90 m rodeStainless steel davits + Avon dinghy + Mercury 6 hp outboardCockpit showerAdjustable solar panelFull mooring and anchoring equipment
SafetyLifebuoys, jacklines, bilge pumpsGas and carbon monoxide alarms
Key FeaturesCentre cockpit versionVery good overall conditionWell maintained with clear historyExcellent autonomy (water / fuel / energy)Fully equipped for bluewater cruising
Viewings by appointment. Full inventory and file available on request.