The Frers 38 represents a sophisticated intersection of Argentine design flair and New England craftsmanship. Launched during the mid-1980s, a period when Carroll Marine was establishing its reputation for high-performance builds in Warren, Rhode Island, this model was designed by the legendary Germán Frers. Unlike the more extreme IOR (International Offshore Rule) racers of the era, the Frers 38 was conceived as a "gentleman’s racer"—a vessel capable of winning silver on the weekend while providing enough refinement for coastal cruising with a small family. It sits in a lineage of performance-oriented hulls that prioritized balanced helm pressure and a "sweet" motion in a seaway, hallmarks of the Frers design office.
Frers 38 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Frers
- Model
- 38
- Builder
- Carroll Marine
- Designer
- German Frers
- Number Built
- 18
- Production Year(s)
- 1988 - ??
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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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 2025 | 1 | $19,900 |
| Sep 2025 | 1 | $15,900 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sabre 38 | 37.83' | $49,900 | 30 | 7 |
| Beneteau First 38 | 40.2' | $35,218 | 26 | 8 |
| Dufour Classic 38 | 37.58' | $80,542 | 26 | 12 |
| Dehler 38 | 38.71' | $214,410 | 25 | 11 |
| Northshore 38 | 37.99' | $56,909 | 11 | 4 |
| Ericson 38 | 37.67' | $39,450 | 10 | 0 |
| Swanson 38 S&S | 38.25' | $72,729 | 8 | 1 |
| Dufour F39 | 39.3' | $53,013 | 8 | 4 |
| Comfortina 38 | 38.22' | $82,347 | 7 | 3 |
| Ohlson 38 | 37.06' | $41,612 | 6 | 2 |
| Frers 38 | $17,900 | 2 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $17,900 | 2 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Frers 38 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Frers 38 over the past 12 months is $17,900. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Frers 38 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 2 Frers 38 listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- What are similar sailboats to the Frers 38?
- Comparable models include the Sabre 38, Beneteau First 38, Dufour Classic 38. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.