The Dufour Gib’Sea 38 is a robust, ocean-capable cruiser that represents a pivotal era in French yacht building. Originally designed by the renowned naval architect Michel Joubert of Joubert-Nivelt and produced by the Marans-based shipyard Gibert Marine in the late 1970s and early 1980s, the model is now categorized under the Dufour legacy following Dufour’s acquisition of the brand in the mid-1990s. Built during a period of intense competition with Beneteau and Jeanneau, the Gib’Sea 38 was engineered with a focus on structural integrity and offshore durability rather than the lighter, performance-oriented philosophies that define modern production boats. Characterized by its substantial displacement and voluminous hull, it has earned a reputation as a dependable "heavy cruiser" capable of extended blue-water passages.
Dufour Gib'Sea 38 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
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| Source | Year | Make | Model | Price | Cabins | Heads | City | Country | Listing Date | |
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Market Overview
Price & Volume Trends
Monthly breakdown
| Month | Listings | Median Asking Price (USD) |
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| Feb 2025 | 1 | $58,668 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
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| Nauticat 38 | 37.5' | $115,451 | 39 | 16 |
| Gib'Sea Gib'Sea 37 | $64,900 | 19 | 7 | |
| Shannon 38 | 37.75' | $64,950 | 13 | 4 |
| Camper & Nicholsons Nicholson 38 | $41,503 | 8 | 2 | |
| Gib'Sea 402 | 40.68' | $62,011 | 6 | 2 |
| Gibert 372 | 35.76' | $48,890 | 5 | 3 |
| Gib'Sea 84 | 27.75' | $18,368 | 4 | 4 |
| Downeaster 38 | 38' | $47,450 | 4 | 3 |
| Gibert 126 | 44.67' | $74,808 | 3 | 2 |
| Moody 38 | 37.5' | $96,602 | 3 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- What are similar sailboats to the Dufour Gib'Sea 38?
- Comparable models include the Nauticat 38, Gib'Sea Gib'Sea 37, Shannon 38. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.