Pearson 385 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

William Shaw·1984 – 1986·Pearson Yachts
Pearson 385 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull type
Monohull · fin
Rig
Cutter
LOA
38.25' · 11.66 m
Displ.
20,575 lbs · 9,333 kg
First year
1984

The Pearson 385, produced between 1984 and 1987, represents a significant chapter in William Shaw’s design tenure at Pearson Yachts, marking the builder’s dedicated foray into the centercockpit cruising market. Designed to bridge the gap between dedicated coastal cruisers and bluewater voyagers, the 385 was built with a focus on interior volume and liveability without sacrificing the predictable handling characteristics for which Shaw’s designs were known. Unlike the more performanceoriented aftcockpit Pearson 38, the 385 utilized a heavier displacement and a more conservative sail plan to prioritize comfort and stability. Approximately 66 hulls were produced before the line evolved, making it a relatively rare but highly soughtafter model on the secondary market for couples seeking a manageable platform for extended cruising.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 60,000
Ask, not sold · 9 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
8
9 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
0.0%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
2
United States (88.9%) · Malaysia (11.1%)

Recent Listings

8 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Pearson 385 listings span 2 countries. United States leads with 8 listings (88.9%), followed by Malaysia.

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

Country breakdown

9 listings · 2 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United States$ 60,0008788.9%
Malaysia$ 75,0001111.1%

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
Pearson 30330.29'$ 16,990295
Pilothouse 365 Ketch36.42'$ 35,0002815
Catalina 38539.16'$ 259,000268
Pearson 424 Cutter42.33'$ 33,500237
Pearson 32332.25'$ 17,998229
Oyster 48548.5'$ 295,000167
Pearson 3535'$ 19,000145
Pearson 3433.79'$ 16,000136
Pearson 36536.42'$ 29,250105
Broadblue Catamarans 38538.68'$ 210,000106
Pearson 385You are here$ 60,00098

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Pearson 385 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Pearson 385 over the past 12 months is $60,000. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Pearson 385 sailboats are for sale?+
8 Pearson 385 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 9 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Pearson 385 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Pearson 385 has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Pearson 385 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Pearson 385 listings over the past 12 months are United States (88.9%), Malaysia (11.1%).
05Do Pearson 385 listings get price reductions?+
About 100% of Pearson 385 listings have had a price reduction, with an average discount of 16.5% 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.
06What should I look at instead of a Pearson 385?+
Comparable models include Pearson 303, Pilothouse 365 Ketch, Catalina 385. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.