Bavaria C38 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Make
Bavaria
Model
C38
Builder
Bavaria Yachts (GER)
Designer
Cossutti Yacht Design
Number Built
Production Year(s)
2021 - ??

The Bavaria C38 represents a pivotal shift in the design philosophy of the German shipyard, aiming to bridge the gap between high-volume cruising comfort and the spirited performance typically associated with Italian naval architecture. Launched in 2020 as part of the "C-line" designed by Maurizio Cossutti, the C38 replaced the long-standing Cruiser 37. It utilizes a distinctive hull shape characterized by a broad, chined stern and a "V-bow" that narrows at the waterline but flares out significantly above it. This design, detailed on the official Bavaria Yachts website, maximizes interior volume and buoyancy forward without compromising the yacht's ability to slice through a chop. The result is a vessel that feels significantly larger than its 37-foot, 4-inch length suggests, effectively challenging the space standards of the 40-foot class.

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Market Overview

$282,975
Median Asking Price (past 12 months)
51
Listings Tracked (past 12 months)
25
New Listings (90 days)
-2.17%
3-Month Price Trend

Price & Volume Trends

Monthly breakdown
Monthly listing counts and median asking price for the Bavaria C38
MonthListingsMedian Asking Price (USD)
Jan 20251$206,163
Feb 20251$247,437
Mar 20252$250,989
Jun 20253$276,847
Sep 202516$279,793
Nov 20251$323,970
Dec 20252$281,265
Jan 20266$293,435
Feb 20263$276,847
Mar 20261$270,957
Apr 202619$294,519

Median Price by Country

Listings by Country

Price Reduction Insights

8.7% of listings have had price reductions
Average discount: 2.4% off original price
Comparable Models to Bavaria C38
ModelLOAMedian Price (USD)ListingsRecent
Bavaria Yachts 37 Cruiser (2006-2008) $117,690215101
Bluewater Cruiser 3840.35' $88,29613647
Bavaria Yachts C4240.62' $332,2178238
Bavaria Yachts Cruiser 3939.16' $101,3736731
Bavaria Yachts C5051.02' $495,0006626
Bavaria Yachts C38 $282,9755125
Beneteau Oceanis 3837.73' $161,0894811
Bavaria 3737.89' $76,5752610
Bavaria Yachts Ocean 3838.5' $100,450186
Bavaria Yachts C4647.57' $630,270115
Bavaria Cruiser 3737.07' $234,43752
Bavaria C38 Listings by Country
CountryMedian Price (USD)Listings (past 12 months)Recent (90d)
Croatia$229,724179
Germany$291,57381
Spain$343,73153
Turkey$297,85352
United Kingdom$256,91433
Portugal$276,84730
France$355,20721
Italy$320,33021
Switzerland$261,72910
Denmark$356,98911

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a used Bavaria C38 cost?
The median asking price for a used Bavaria C38 over the past 12 months is $282,975. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
How many Bavaria C38 sailboats are for sale?
We have tracked 51 Bavaria C38 listings over the past 12 months, with 25 listed within the last 90 days.
Are Bavaria C38 prices going up or down?
The median asking price for the Bavaria C38 has decreased by 2.17% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
Where is the cheapest place to buy a Bavaria C38?
Croatia currently has the lowest median asking price at $229,724, while Denmark is the most expensive at $356,989 — a 55% difference.
Do Bavaria C38 listings get price reductions?
About 9% of Bavaria C38 listings have had their price reduced, with an average discount of 2.4% off the original asking price.
What are similar sailboats to the Bavaria C38?
Comparable models include the Bavaria Yachts 37 Cruiser (2006-2008), Bluewater Cruiser 38, Bavaria Yachts C42. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.