Elan 38 Sailboats for Sale

J&J Design·1991·Elan Yachts
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Hull Type
Monohull · fin
Rig
Masthead Sloop
LOA
39.21' · 11.95 m
Disp.
14,330 lbs · 6,500 kg
First year
1991

The Elan 38, introduced in the mid1990s, represents a critical evolutionary step in the collaboration between the Slovenian shipyard and the prolific naval architects at J&J Design. Emerging during a period when Elan was pivoting from a regional manufacturer to a formidable European exporter, the 38 was designed to compete directly with the "cruiserracer" hybrids of the French giants. It successfully bridged the gap between the legendary Elan 31 and the more voluminous Impression line that would follow a decade later. Built with a solid fiberglass hull and a sandwichconstruction deck, the model was prized for its structural rigidity and a hull form that prioritized stability without sacrificing the lightair agility for which J&J designs are known. It was largely superseded by the Elan 37 and Elan 40 in the early 2000s, but it remains a staple of the brokerage market for sailors seeking a robust, dualpurpose coastal cruiser.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 54,313
Asking price · 7 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
1
7 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
+21.3%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
3
Croatia (71.4%) · Finland (14.3%) · Greece (14.3%)

Recent Listings

3 for sale · showing 10 newest

Where they're listed

Elan 38 listings appear across 3 countries. Croatia has the most listings with 5 (71.4%), followed by Finland and Greece.

Median ask by country
USD · past 12 months
Share of listings
Count · past 12 months

Country view

7 listings · 3 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
Croatia$ 51,2395071.4%
Finland$ 55,7941014.3%
Greece$ 77,4281114.3%

Comparable models

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Similar boats to compare

5 similar designs
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
Dufour Classic 3837.58'$ 76,8594612
Sabre 3837.83'$ 49,9004517
Beneteau First 3840.2'$ 34,046318
Elan 38You are here$ 54,31371
Morgan 3837.67'$ 59,98863

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Elan 38 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Elan 38 over the past 12 months is $54,313. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Elan 38 sailboats are for sale?+
1 Elan 38 listing has gone live in the last 90 days, and 7 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Elan 38 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Elan 38 is up 21.3% over the last 3 months compared with the 12-month median.
04Where are Elan 38 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Elan 38 listings over the past 12 months are Croatia (71.4%), Finland (14.3%), Greece (14.3%).
05Do Elan 38 listings get price reductions?+
About 100% of Elan 38 listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 2.1% off the original ask. If a listing has been on the market for more than 90 days without a cut, the seller may not be in a hurry.
06What should I look at instead of a Elan 38?+
Comparable models include Dufour Classic 38, Sabre 38, Beneteau First 38. Use the comparison table above to check pricing and availability.