Swanson 38 MANY UPGRADES, CAPABLE BLUEWATER CRUISER!

Renowned for their solid construction, true Bluewater capability, and comfortable interiors, the Swanson 38 has stood the test of time and remains highly sort after. Many have cruised extensively and they are capable of fulfilling even the most ambitious sailing aspirations. This vessel is an excellent example of the design and was well built by the Swanson Brothers. The current experienced owner has enjoyed the vessel for the last 6 years, living onboard and cruising the East Coast of Australia. He has also significantly upgraded the vessel under his ownership including 2022 RE-PAINT OF THE TOPSIDES, 2021 NEW TOILET WITH HOLDING TANK, 2020 NEW SOLID ALUMINIUM FRAME BIMINI WITH SOLAR PANELS, 2019 NEW BATTERIES, MAINSHEET SYSTEM, AND UPHOLSTERY IN THE SALOON, 2018 ALL SKIN FITTINGS REPLACED, 2017 ALL NEW SAILS, NEW STANDING AND RUNNING RIGGING, ALL PLUMBING REPLACED, 12V SYSTEM REWIRED, NEW PROP SHAFT, NEW RUDDER SHAFT, NEW ENGINE MOUNTS, NEW POLY-CARBONATE WINDOWS, the list goes on! With all the hard work done, and its proven cruising history, this vessel presents an excellent opportunity to enjoy a capable and comfortable yacht of this size. Presented in good condition throughout, this is a vessel not to miss!

Stepping inside, the traditional timber fitout is in excellent condition, and gives a warm and welcoming ambience. The spacious saloon has a stunning dinette to starboard with seating for 8 on the freshly upholstered settees. The U-Shaped galley is to port, and is well set up for preparing meals underway. This features a 2 burner metho stove, large top loading icebox, stainless steel sink with fresh water, and plenty of storage. The accommodation is ideal for cruising with family and friends. Forward is a large v-berth with a generous double (or two singles), aft is a second private cabin with a single berth and ample storage. The dinettee can also be lowered to create a double in the saloon with single settee berth opposite. The package is complete with a private bathroom with NEW toilet with holding tank, and vanity.

Outside, the deep cockpit provides excellent safety for offshore passages. The vessel is well set up for easy shorthanded sailing with the Coursemaster Autopilot, NEW Jib and Yankee hanked on and stored in deck bags to be easily deployed, and the self tailing primary winches in easy reach of the helm. The vessel also features an electric anchor winch, bimini with solar panels, and plenty of space on deck to relax in your favourite anchorage!

This vessel is powered by a NEW 2002 Kubota (Marinized by Wichard) 40HP diesel engine. This provides easy cruising a 6 knots. This has also been significantly upgraded in recent years including a NEW 2022 water pump and NEW 2018 Prop shaft.

With the simplicity to be a safe first yacht, and capability to please even the most discerning sailor, this versatile vessel ticks all the boxes. Whether you want to cruise the stunning waters of Southern Tasmania, sail around Australia, or enjoy the vessel as a comfortable liveaboard, this is a vessel that can do it all with ease! For more information please call Jo Breen on 0432031100 or John Radonic on 0459322862.

Derwent Boat Sales offers the information on this vessel including condition, in good faith as provided by the Owner/Vendor. While confident about the accuracy we cannot Guarantee or Warrant it but will assist any prospective purchaser verify this as part of the purchase process.