The Sabre 38 stands as one of the most respected mid-sized performance cruisers to emerge from the golden era of Maine boatbuilding. Introduced in 1981 and designed by Sabre founder Roger Hewson, the model was intended to bridge the gap between the spirited handling of a racing yacht and the robust reliability of a coastal voyager. Over its production run, which lasted through the late 1980s, the hull earned a reputation for its "all-weather" composure and a level of interior joinery that rivaled much larger, more expensive custom builds. The Sabre 38 was eventually followed by the Sabre 38 Mk II, which utilized the same high-performance hull but introduced a significantly modernized deck and interior arrangement, and later the Sabre 386, which was an entirely new Jim Taylor design.
Sabre 38 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview
- Make
- Sabre
- Model
- 38
- Builder
- Sabre Yachts
- Designer
- Sabre Design Team
- Number Built
- 100
- Production Year(s)
- 1981 - 1987
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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 2025 | 2 | $35,000 |
| Feb 2025 | 1 | $59,000 |
| May 2025 | 2 | $38,000 |
| Jun 2025 | 2 | $51,250 |
| Aug 2025 | 9 | $49,900 |
| Sep 2025 | 7 | $49,900 |
| Jan 2026 | 3 | $49,900 |
| Feb 2026 | 2 | $94,900 |
| Apr 2026 | 5 | $57,900 |
Price Reduction Insights
15.4% of listings have had price reductions
Average discount: 18.8% off original price
| Model | LOA | Median Price (USD) | Listings | Recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sabre 38 | $49,900 | 30 | 7 | |
| Sabre 34 | 34.18' | $27,500 | 29 | 8 |
| Sabre 402 | 40.18' | $169,000 | 25 | 3 |
| Sabre 386 | 38.58' | $169,900 | 22 | 9 |
| Sabre 362 | 36.17' | $132,750 | 18 | 1 |
| Sabre 36 | 36' | $42,900 | 17 | 1 |
| Sabre 38 Mk II | 38.67' | $58,700 | 12 | 6 |
| Sabre 42 | 41.75' | $109,450 | 12 | 4 |
| Sabre 30-3 | 30.58' | $22,000 | 11 | 0 |
| Sabre 32 | 32.17' | $22,900 | 7 | 0 |
| Sabre 28-3 | 28.42' | $16,475 | 2 | 0 |
| Country | Median Price (USD) | Listings (past 12 months) | Recent (90d) |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $49,900 | 30 | 7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a used Sabre 38 cost?
- The median asking price for a used Sabre 38 over the past 12 months is $49,900. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
- How many Sabre 38 sailboats are for sale?
- We have tracked 30 Sabre 38 listings over the past 12 months, with 7 listed within the last 90 days.
- Are Sabre 38 prices going up or down?
- The median asking price for the Sabre 38 has increased by 16.03% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month average.
- Do Sabre 38 listings get price reductions?
- About 15% of Sabre 38 listings have had their price reduced, with an average discount of 18.8% off the original asking price.
- What are similar sailboats to the Sabre 38?
- Comparable models include the Sabre 34, Sabre 402, Sabre 386. See the comparison table above for pricing and availability.