Bavaria 38 Ocean - Central Cockpit Version
This Bavaria 38 Ocean, built in 1999, is a bluewater cruising sailboat known for its comfort, robustness, and the quality of its German construction. Central cockpit version, it offers increased safety while sailing and an ideal layout for long-distance cruising or living aboard.
This boat was launched in Lemmer (Netherlands) and has been owned by the same owner for 23 years. It has received rigorous maintenance and regular upgrades.

Main characteristics
Length overall: 11.73 m
Beam: 3.99 m
Draft: 1.55 m
Displacement: 7,500 kg
Ballast: 2,900 kg
CE category: A (Ocean)
Hull: Polyester (GRP) - White color
Deck: Teak on GRP
Keel: Fixed keel (lead)

Capacities:
Fuel: 225 L (? 672 NM range)
Fresh water: 395 L (2 tanks)

Layouts - Remarkable comfort on board
Version 2 cabins / 1 bathroom (double access)
Large owner's cabin aft with king-size double bed
Spacious forward cabin with plenty of storage
Bright saloon with central table and numerous lockers
Very functional L-shaped kitchen
Bathroom + separate shower
Upholstery
Hot and cold pressurized water

The central cockpit is protected by a canopy, a bimini, and a complete closure, providing a comfortable outdoor living space in all weather.

Rigging & Sails
Sloop rig Selden
Main sail on roller in the mast
Genoa on roller
Spinnaker + cruising chute with equipment
Most standing rigging replaced in 2025
Harken fittings

Engine & Technical
Volvo Penta MD22LB - 50 HP
Saildrive + three-blade propeller with cutlass
Cruising speed: 6.5 knots
Annual maintenance (last service: May 2026)
Bow thruster

Electricity & Energy
Domestic batteries 2 x 140Ah (2025)
Dolphin charger + high-performance Balmar alternator
85W solar panel
Complete battery monitoring

Electronics & Navigation
Raymarine C70 chartplotter (Navionics)
Raymarine SL72 radar
Raymarine autopilot + remote control
AIS receiver
Fixed + portable VHF
Wind / speed / depth instruments

Deck & Equipment
Teak deck
Electric windlass + Rocna anchor 20 kg + 90 m of chain
Stainless steel davits + Avon dinghy + Mercury 6 HP outboard
Cockpit shower
Adjustable solar panel
Numerous anchoring and mooring equipment

Safety
Buoys, lifelines, bilge pump
Gas and carbon monoxide alarms

Highlights
Central cockpit version
Very good overall condition
Well-maintained with clear history
Significant autonomy (water / fuel / energy)
Complete equipment for long-distance cruising

Available for viewing by appointment, complete file and detailed inventory available upon request