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Endeavour 38
Designer: Johan Valentijn  ·  Builder: Endeavour Yacht Corp.  ·  First built: 1984
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About the Endeavour 38

Built during the 1970s by Endeavour Yacht Corporation, this 38-footer emerged during an era when American builders were crafting sturdy cruising sailboats for the growing recreational sailing market. The Endeavour 38 represents the company's commitment to producing well-built, traditional cruising yachts that could handle both coastal waters and longer passages with confidence. With her moderate displacement and conservative design philosophy, this yacht appeals to sailors seeking a reliable platform for extended cruising adventures. The boat's construction reflects 1970s boatbuilding standards, featuring solid fiberglass construction that has proven durable over the decades. Her traditional lines and practical layout prioritize comfort and seaworthiness over racing performance. Coastal cruising represents the Endeavour 38's primary strength, though many owners have successfully taken these boats on offshore passages. The design emphasizes stability and predictable handling characteristics that inspire confidence in various sea conditions. Her spacious interior accommodations make her well-suited for liveaboard situations or extended cruising with family. While not particularly fast by modern standards, the Endeavour 38 delivers the dependable performance that made American-built cruising yachts popular during this period. Today, well-maintained examples continue to serve owners who value traditional sailing qualities and proven offshore capability.

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$42,000 – $60,000
typical asking price
Median $50,000  ·  4 listings used (1 outlier excluded)
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$42,000 – $60,000 4
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  • Location affects price. Boats in landlocked states or areas with fewer buyers often sell for less than those on the coast.
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Core Dimensions
LOA (Length Overall) 38.25 ft / 11.66 m
LWL (Waterline Length) 32.00 ft / 9.75 m
Beam 12.51 ft / 3.81 m
Max Draft 4.92 ft / 1.50 m
Displacement 17,600.00 lb / 7,983 kg
Ballast 7,000.00 lb / 3,175 kg
Sail Area (Reported) 704.00 ft² / 65.40 m²
Design & Construction
Hull Type Fin w/spade rudder
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction FG
Designer Johan Valentijn
Builder Endeavour Yacht Corp.
First Built 1984
Last Built 1990
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Performance Ratios
PHRF Rating PHRF (Performance Handicap Racing Fleet) is a national racing handicap measured in seconds per nautical mile. Lower values indicate faster boats. Ratings are sourced from US Sailing's national database (median across 60+ regional fleets).
Under 0 — Ultralight racer0–90 — Performance racer90–150 — Cruiser/racer150–210 — Typical cruiserOver 210 — Heavy/slow cruiser
132
SA/Displacement Sail Area to Displacement ratio measures how much sail power a boat has relative to its weight. Higher values mean more performance and speed.
Under 14 — Heavy cruiser, slow14–18 — Cruising sailboat18–22 — Cruiser/racerOver 22 — Performance racer
16.71
Comfort Ratio Ted Brewer's Comfort Ratio predicts how comfortable a boat will feel in offshore conditions. Higher values mean a steadier, more comfortable motion in a seaway.
Under 20 — Uncomfortably rough20–30 — Acceptable coastal30–40 — Good offshore comfortOver 40 — Very comfortable offshore
27.76
Capsize Screening Formula The USHS Capsize Screening Formula estimates offshore capsize risk. Lower is safer — values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing.
Under 2.0 — Safe for offshore2.0–2.2 — Borderline offshoreOver 2.2 — Coastal use recommended
1.93
Hull Speed Hull Speed is the theoretical maximum speed of a displacement hull, calculated from waterline length. Most cruising sailboats reach this speed in moderate conditions. 7.58
S# (Speed Number) The Speed Number (S#) is a quick performance index. Higher values indicate a faster, more powerful design relative to its size.
Under 3.0 — Slow cruiser3.0–5.0 — Average cruiser5.0–7.0 — Performance cruiserOver 7.0 — Racer
2.24
Pounds/Inch Immersion Pounds per Inch Immersion (PPI) tells you how much weight is needed to sink the boat one inch. Useful for calculating how additional gear and stores affect waterline. 1.0
Rig Dimensions
I (Foretriangle Height) 51.0
J (Foretriangle Base) 16.75
P (Mainsail Luff) 44.25
E (Mainsail Foot) 12.5
SA Fore 427.13
SA Main 276.56
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