The Island Trader 38 is a quintessential example of the "Taiwan Clipper" era of boatbuilding, a period defined by heavy-displacement fiberglass hulls adorned with expansive teak and traditional aesthetics. Produced primarily between 1975 and 1988, the model was imported to the United States by Marine International of New Jersey. While some marketing materials and technical databases attribute the design to Hugh Angelman or suggest it was a derivative of William Garden’s work, editorial analysis from Practical Sailor indicates that the vessel’s origins are somewhat murky, often described as a composite of various traditional "character boat" lines intended to satisfy the romanticized "bluewater" look of the late 20th century.
Island Trader 38 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Island Trader
- Model
- 38
- Builder
- United Ocean Industries (TAIWAN)
- Designer
- Hugh Angleman
- Number Built
- 200
- Production Year(s)
- 1975 - 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 2026 | 1 | $80,000 |
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Island Packet 38 | 38' | $99,000 | 28 | 11 |
| Hans Christian 38T | 49.02' | $84,925 | 24 | 4 |
| Hans Christian 38 Mk II | 46' | $80,000 | 11 | 4 |
| Downeast 38 | 38' | $42,500 | 11 | 4 |
| Ta Chiao CT-56 | 55.5' | $388,764 | 10 | 4 |
| Young Sun 35 | 35' | $39,000 | 8 | 4 |
| Alajuela 38 | 46' | $39,000 | 7 | 2 |
| Ta Chiao CT-38 | $29,500 | 6 | 0 | |
| William Garden 41 | 40.25' | $38,500 | 5 | 1 |
| Downeaster 38 | 38' | $47,450 | 4 | 3 |
| Hardin 38 | $80,000 | 1 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $80,000 | 1 | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Island Trader 38 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Island Trader 38 over the past 12 months is $80,000. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Island Trader 38 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 1 Island Trader 38 listings over the past 12 months, with 0 listed within the last 90 days.
- What are similar sailboats to the Island Trader 38?
- Comparable models include the Island Packet 38, Hans Christian 38T, Hans Christian 38 Mk II. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.