Designed by the legendary Jack Laurent Giles in 1971, the Giles 38 stands as a definitive example of the "heavyweight" offshore cruiser. Emerging from an era when seaworthiness was prioritized over marina-friendly beam, this design was intended for serious passage-making rather than coastal day-sailing. The hull was originally moulded in GRP by Blondecell Mouldings in Lymington, England, often to Lloyds 100A1 classification. Because many of these hulls were sold for professional or high-level amateur fit-out, the Giles 38 remains a vessel of diverse internal finishes, though the underlying naval architecture remains consistent.
Giles 38 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Giles
- Model
- 38
- Builder
- Moody's / P.P. Marine Sales
- Designer
- Laurent Giles
- Number Built
- Production Year(s)
- 1972 - ??
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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 | $75,397 |
| Sep 2025 | 2 | $113,549 |
| Oct 2025 | 1 | $162,304 |
| Dec 2025 | 2 | $37,871 |
| Apr 2026 | 1 | $14,000 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sigma 38 | 38.33' | $53,013 | 16 | 5 |
| Shannon 38 | 37.75' | $64,950 | 13 | 4 |
| Cabo Rico 38 | 38' | $89,000 | 13 | 4 |
| Caliber 38 | 38' | $84,500 | 11 | 7 |
| Northshore 38 | 37.99' | $56,909 | 11 | 4 |
| Downeast 38 | 38' | $42,500 | 11 | 4 |
| Camper & Nicholsons Nicholson 38 | $41,503 | 8 | 2 | |
| Laurent Giles 38 | $64,794 | 7 | 1 | |
| Ohlson 38 | 37.06' | $41,612 | 6 | 2 |
| Downeaster 38 | 38' | $47,450 | 4 | 3 |
| Moody 38 | 37.5' | $96,602 | 3 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $108,203 | 4 | 0 |
| Denmark | $70,095 | 2 | 0 |
| Guatemala | $14,000 | 1 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Giles 38 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Giles 38 over the past 12 months is $64,794. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Giles 38 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 7 Giles 38 listings over the past 12 months, with 1 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Giles 38 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Giles 38 has decreased by 78.39% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Giles 38?
- Guatemala currently has the lowest median asking price at $14,000, while United Kingdom is the most expensive at $108,203 — a 673% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the Giles 38?
- Comparable models include the Sigma 38, Shannon 38, Cabo Rico 38. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.