Rival 38 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Peter Brett·1977·~63 hulls·Rival/Southern Boatbuilding Co. Ltd.
Rival 38 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull type
Monohull · fin
Rig
Masthead Sloop
LOA
37.58' · 11.45 m
Displ.
17,280 lbs · 7,838 kg
First year
1977

The Rival 38 is a seminal example of the British "goanywhere" cruiser, embodying the design philosophy of Peter Brett and the robust construction standards of the mid1970s. Designed as a larger, more capable successor to the highly successful Rival 34, the 38 was conceived to bridge the gap between a family coastal cruiser and a true bluewater voyager. While many were built by Southern Boat Co., the involvement of Marine Construction Ltd. (Marcon) in the production of Rival hulls highlights the interconnected nature of the era’s fiberglass pioneers. The Rival 38 remains a favorite for solo circumnavigators and longdistance couples who prioritize safety and a predictable motion at sea over the highvolume, flatbottomed geometry of contemporary production yachts.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 67,257
Ask, not sold · 4 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
2
4 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
0.0%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
2
United Kingdom (75.0%) · Belgium (25.0%)

Recent Listings

3 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Rival 38 listings span 2 countries. United Kingdom leads with 3 listings (75.0%), followed by Belgium.

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

Country breakdown

4 listings · 2 countries
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United Kingdom$ 67,2573275.0%
Belgium$ 32,5781025.0%

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
Hallberg-Rassy 3837.96'$ 78,7562612
Cabo Rico 3838'$ 89,000209
Sigma 3838.33'$ 52,357197
Rival 3231.83'$ 15,387188
Rival 3434'$ 20,1971610
Rival 3635.83'$ 66,988146
Laurent Giles 3838.83'$ 54,155104
Rival 4140.58'$ 87,50098
Camper & Nicholsons Nicholson 38$ 46,92094
Morgan 3837.67'$ 44,97555
Rival 38You are here$ 67,25742

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Rival 38 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Rival 38 over the past 12 months is $67,257. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Rival 38 sailboats are for sale?+
2 Rival 38 listings have gone live in the last 90 days, and 4 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Rival 38 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Rival 38 has remained stable over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Rival 38 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Rival 38 listings over the past 12 months are United Kingdom (75.0%), Belgium (25.0%).
05What should I look at instead of a Rival 38?+
Comparable models include Hallberg-Rassy 38, Cabo Rico 38, Sigma 38. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.