Used Bristol 48.8 Sailboats for Sale

The Bristol 48.8 stands as a testament to Bristol Yachts' commitment to building robust and comfortable cruising vessels, embodying the builder's reputation for solid fiberglass construction and seaworthiness. Launched in 1989, this masthead sloop, designed by the prolific Ted Hood—often in collaboration with Dieter Empacher—emerged as a refined evolution of the popular Bristol 47.7. She was conceived as a large, capable cruiser, offering a blend of performance and offshore comfort that appealed to discerning sailors looking for a yacht ready for extended voyages.