Dufour 38 Classic

Remarks The Dufour 38 Classic is one of the most respected production cruising yachts of her generation, combining solid French build quality with rewarding sailing performance and comfortable long-distance cruising capability. Designed with practicality in mind, the deep fin keel, balanced hull form and spacious cockpit make her equally at home on coastal cruising or extended offshore passages. Dandelion is an exceptionally rare one-owner-from-new example, built in 2001 and launched in 2002. She has been carefully maintained throughout her life, with many of the major ownership costs already taken care of. Recent investment includes replacement standing rigging by Peterson Rigging, a new saildrive diaphragm (May 2025), new alternator (May 2026), new stainless-steel exhaust elbow (May 2026) and 30m anchor chain renewed in 2022. Combined with a comprehensive navigation package, solar charging and a well-equipped cruising inventory, she is a yacht that has been properly cared for and is ready to be enjoyed immediately. General Specification Builder: Dufour Yachts Designer: Olivier Poncin Year Built: 2001 Year Launched: 2002 Construction: GRP Hull: Deep Fin Monohull Steering: Wheel LOA: 11.79m LWL: 9.85m Beam: 3.85m Draft: 1.90m Displacement: 6,150kg Ballast: 2,100kg HIN: FRDUFC2446I102 SSR: 100297 The Dufour 38 Classic is one of the most respected production cruising yachts of her generation, combining solid French build quality with rewarding sailing performance and comfortable long-distance cruising capability. Designed with practicality in mind, the deep fin keel, balanced hull form and spacious cockpit make her equally at home on coastal cruising or extended offshore passages. Dandelion is an exceptionally rare one-owner-from-new example, built in 2001 and launched in 2002. She has been carefully maintained throughout her life, with many of the major ownership costs already taken care of. Recent investment includes replacement standing rigging by Peterson Rigging, a new saildrive diaphragm (May 2025), new alternator (May 2026), new stainless-steel exhaust elbow (May 2026) and 30m anchor chain renewed in 2022. Combined with a comprehensive navigation package, solar charging and a well-equipped cruising inventory, she is a yacht that has been properly cared for and is ready to be enjoyed immediately. Builder: Dufour Yachts Designer: Olivier Poncin Year Built: 2001 Year Launched: 2002 Construction: GRP Hull: Deep Fin Monohull Steering: Wheel LOA: 11.79m LWL: 9.85m Beam: 3.85m Draft: 1.90m Displacement: 6,150kg Ballast: 2,100kg HIN: FRDUFC2446I102 SSR: 100297 Accommodation The Dufour 38 Classic offers an excellent cruising layout with generous accommodation for family cruising or extended stays aboard. The traditional teak interior provides a warm and practical living space, while the beam carried well aft creates a spacious saloon and comfortable owner's accommodation.Three double cabinsSix berthsLarge saloon with folding dining tablePractical L-shaped galleyMarine headsPressurised hot and cold waterQuicke hot water systemExcellent storage throughoutIdeal layout for family cruising or extended passagesA rare opportunity to acquire an exceptionally well-maintained, one-owner Dufour 38 Classic. With sensible upgrades including recent standing rigging, major engine maintenance completed, comprehensive navigation electronics and an excellent cruising inventory,Dandelionis ready to be enjoyed immediately by her next owner.