Islander 38 C Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Robert Perry·1983·~22 hulls·Islander / Tradewind Yachts
Islander 38 C drawingBuilder drawing
Hull type
Monohull · fin
Rig
Masthead Sloop
LOA
38' · 11.58 m
Displ.
17,000 lbs · 7,711 kg
First year
1983

The Islander 38 C occupies a distinct niche in the history of the Wayfarer Yacht Corporation, representing a transition from the lightdisplacement West Coast designs of Bill Lapworth to a more robust, offshorecapable cruiser. Often designated as the "Custom" or the "Charlie Morgan 38," this model was introduced in the late 1960s to offer a larger, more traditional alternative to the racingoriented Islander 37. It was built during a period of high craftsmanship in Costa Mesa, California, utilizing the heavyduty fiberglass layup techniques that characterized the era. Unlike the massproduced Islander 36 that followed, the 38 C was produced in smaller numbers, making it a rarer find on the used market today. It is frequently noted for its classic aesthetic, featuring a graceful sheer line and a balanced sail plan that appealed to the traditionalist sailor.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 31,500
Ask, not sold · 1 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
0
1 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
Insufficient data
Countries with listings
1
United States (100.0%)

Recent Listings

1 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Islander 38 C listings span 1 country. United States leads with 1 listings

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

Country breakdown

1 listings · 1 country
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United States$ 31,50010100.0%

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
Dufour Classic 3837.58'$ 78,5353919
Island Packet 3838'$ 102,0003819
Islander 3636.08'$ 29,5003311
Cabo Rico 3838'$ 89,000209
Tartan 34 C34.42'$ 20,000174
Caliber 3838'$ 84,500159
Cape Dory 30 C30.21'$ 17,000133
Islander 4039.54'$ 34,99998
Ohlson 3837.06'$ 34,78895
Morgan 3837.67'$ 44,97555
Islander 38 CYou are here$ 31,50010

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Islander 38 C cost?+
The median asking price for a used Islander 38 C over the past 12 months is $31,500. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Islander 38 C sailboats are for sale?+
1 has been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Where are Islander 38 C sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Islander 38 C listings over the past 12 months are United States (100.0%).
04Do Islander 38 C listings get price reductions?+
About 100% of Islander 38 C listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 1.6% off the original ask. A listing that has been on the market more than 90 days without a reduction usually signals the seller isn't motivated.
05What should I look at instead of a Islander 38 C?+
Comparable models include Dufour Classic 38, Island Packet 38, Islander 36. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.