The Bavaria Ocean 38 represents a significant departure from the shipyard’s high-volume, aft-cockpit Cruiser series that dominated the charter market in the late 1990s. Launched during a period when Bavaria sought to compete with more premium Scandinavian marques, the Ocean 38 was part of a specialized "Ocean" range designed specifically for private owners and long-distance cruising. Penned by J&J Design, the vessel features a center-cockpit configuration, a rarity for the Giebelstadt manufacturer, which prioritizes a luxurious owner’s suite and a safer, more protected deck layout. Unlike the more lightweight models of the same era, the Ocean 38 was built with a heavier scantling and a higher standard of interior finish, positioning it as a "blue-water" alternative within the Bavaria fleet.
Used Bavaria Ocean 38 Sailboats for Sale
- Make
- Bavaria
- Model
- Ocean 38
- Builder
- Bavaria Yachts
- Designer
- J & J Design
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1997 - ??
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