Irwin 38-2 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Ted Irwin·1984 – 1988·Irwin Yachts
Irwin 38-2 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull type
Monohull · fin
Rig
Masthead Sloop
LOA
40' · 12.19 m
Displ.
20,000 lbs · 9,072 kg
First year
1984

The Irwin 382, often referred to as the Irwin 38 Mark II Center Cockpit, represents the peak of Ted Irwin’s "cruising value" design philosophy during the midtolate 1980s. Produced between 1984 and 1988, this model was an evolution of the wildly successful Irwin 37, aiming to provide even more interior volume and amenities in a hull that remained manageable for a cruising couple. Unlike the contemporary Irwin 38 Citation, which was an aftcockpit performance cruiser, the 382 was built specifically for the liveaboard and charter markets, prioritizing stability and cabin space over raw racing speed. According to the Irwin Yachts technical manuals, the vessel measures 40 feet in overall length (LOA), utilizing the extra length for a more substantial swim platform and refined hull lines compared to its predecessor.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 34,500
Ask, not sold · 10 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
4
10 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
+1.4%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
2
United States (90.0%) · Mexico (10.0%)

Recent Listings

8 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Irwin 38-2 listings span 2 countries. United States leads with 9 listings (90.0%), followed by Mexico.

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

Country breakdown

10 listings · 2 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United States$ 29,9999490.0%
Mexico$ 69,0001010.0%

Comparable models

Similar length overall, displacement, and era. Click a row to jump to that model's market page.

Peer cross-shop

11 designs · same segment
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
Bluewater Cruiser 3840.35'$ 83,71317280
Catalina 38038.42'$ 92,5006930
Island Packet 3838'$ 102,0003819
Pearson 36-236.5'$ 26,000213
Irwin 4141.5'$ 54,9001910
Morgan 38238.33'$ 35,9001915
Irwin 38-2You are here$ 34,500104
Irwin 5252'$ 119,500102
Catalina Morgan 3838.42'$ 74,90091
Kadey-Krogen 3838.16'$ 77,40066
Endurance 3837'$ 87,26153

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Irwin 38-2 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Irwin 38-2 over the past 12 months is $34,500. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Irwin 38-2 sailboats are for sale?+
4 Irwin 38-2 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 10 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Irwin 38-2 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Irwin 38-2 has increased by 1.4% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Irwin 38-2 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Irwin 38-2 listings over the past 12 months are United States (90.0%), Mexico (10.0%).
05What should I look at instead of a Irwin 38-2?+
Comparable models include Bluewater Cruiser 38, Catalina 380, Island Packet 38. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.