The Bavaria Match 38 represents a distinct chapter in the history of the Giebelstadt shipyard, marking a bold departure from their traditional focus on high-volume cruising yachts. Launched in the early 2000s, the Match 38 was the middle child of the "Match" series, which included the Match 35 and the Match 42. Unlike the standard Cruiser line, the Match series was commissioned to compete in the performance cruiser-racer market, specifically targeting IRC and IMS handicap racing. To achieve this, Bavaria collaborated with the legendary naval architect Doug Peterson, whose pedigree in America’s Cup and IOR designs brought a level of competitive sophistication previously unseen in the Bavaria stable. The result was a boat that prioritized hull speed, pointing ability, and a higher power-to-weight ratio, all while maintaining the manufacturing efficiencies for which Bavaria is known.
Used Bavaria Match 38 Sailboats for Sale
- Make
- Bavaria
- Model
- Match 38
- Builder
- Bavaria Yachts
- Designer
- Doug Peterson/J&J Design
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 2003 - 2006
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