Sunbeam 38 Sailboats for Sale

Hull Type

Monohull · fin

Rig

Masthead Sloop

LOA

37.58' · 11.45 m

Disp.

16,500 lbs · 7,484 kg

First year

1983

The Sunbeam 38, crafted by the Austrian shipyard Schöchl Yachtbau, represents a pinnacle of European cruising philosophy from the late 1990s and early 2000s. Designed by the prolific studio J&J Design, this model was engineered to bridge the gap between spirited performance and the uncompromising safety required for bluewater passage making. As part of Schöchl’s transition into the "Sunbeam" branding era, the 38 was built with a level of joinery and structural integrity that rivaled Scandinavian contemporaries like HallbergRassy or Najad. The vessel is characterized by its moderate displacement, handlaid fiberglass hull, and a focus on "sports cruising," a term the builder used to describe yachts that remain manageable for a couple while maintaining respectable speeds in light air.