The Prima 38 is a high-performance racer-cruiser designed by Stephen Jones and launched in the late 1990s by the British builder Seaquest Yachts. Conceived as a modern successor to the legendary Sigma 38, the boat was engineered to offer competitive One-Design and IRC racing capabilities without completely sacrificing the amenities required for fast coastal cruising. While construction began in the United Kingdom, production eventually transitioned to Dubai, resulting in roughly 25 to 30 hulls built. The design is characterized by its powerful fractional rig—often featuring a carbon mast as standard or a common upgrade—and a deep, high-stability keel that makes it a formidable contender in offshore events like the Fastnet Race.
Prima 38 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Prima
- Model
- 38
- Builder
- Seaquest Yachts
- Designer
- Stephen Jones
- Number Built
- 25
- Production Year(s)
- 1998 - ??
Below are the most recent Prima 38 sailboat listings (up to 10).
Standard listing sites miss the technical details sailors need. Our database of 10,000+ models unlocks advanced filtering so you can search by keel type, rig configuration, and performance ratios—even when the seller forgot to include them.
Search across multiple sailboat listing websites at once, and get notified of new listings!
Example: Daily emails for "40 ft fin keel fractional sloops under $200k in Canada"Start Searching Now
| Source | Year | Make | Model | Price | Cabins | Heads | City | Country | Listing Date | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
DISCLAIMER: We are not affiliated with any external listing websites in any way. We simply aggregate publicly available listings to make it easier for buyers to find sailboats for sale. We cannot guarantee the accuracy of the listings, so please verify all information with the seller before making any decisions.
Market Overview
Price & Volume Trends
Monthly breakdown
| Month | Listings | Median Asking Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | 3 | $84,533 |
| Feb 2026 | 1 | $81,085 |
| Apr 2026 | 2 | $87,371 |
Median Price by Country
Listings by Country
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catalina 38 | 38.08' | $35,000 | 51 | 15 |
| Sabre 38 | 37.83' | $49,900 | 30 | 7 |
| Beneteau First 38 | 40.2' | $35,218 | 26 | 8 |
| Dehler 38 | 38.71' | $214,410 | 25 | 11 |
| Sigma 38 | 38.33' | $53,013 | 16 | 5 |
| Baltic 38 DP | 38.08' | $99,900 | 13 | 3 |
| Northshore 38 | 37.99' | $56,909 | 11 | 4 |
| X-Yachts XP 38 | 39.2' | $338,896 | 11 | 3 |
| Comfortina 38 | 38.22' | $82,347 | 7 | 3 |
| Seaquest Yachts 38 | $82,809 | 6 | 3 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $81,085 | 4 | 2 |
| Netherlands | $93,657 | 2 | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Prima 38 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Prima 38 over the past 12 months is $82,809. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Prima 38 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 6 Prima 38 listings over the past 12 months, with 3 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Prima 38 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Prima 38 has decreased by 2.08% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Where is the cheapest place to buy a Prima 38?
- United Kingdom currently has the lowest median asking price at $81,085, while Netherlands is the most expensive at $93,657 — a 16% difference.
- What are similar sailboats to the Prima 38?
- Comparable models include the Catalina 38, Sabre 38, Beneteau First 38. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.