Fairways Marine 38 Trawler (powerboat) for sale

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Fairways Fisher 38 for sale in Kent £57,750
The Fairways Fisher 38 is a highly regarded semi-displacement motor cruiser, renowned for her robust construction, excellent sea-keeping qualities and spacious accommodation. This well-maintained example offers an outstanding opportunity to acquire a capable cruising boat that is equally at home on coastal passages or extended stays afloat.
Powered by twin Ford Sabre 240hp diesel engines, which have just been professionally serviced and have completed approximately 2,000 hours, she delivers dependable and economical cruising performance. The hull has benefited from a professional preventative osmosis treatment, providing added peace of mind for her next owner.
Currently ashore, the vessel has recently been polished, antifouled and is presented ready for the season ahead. She accommodates three people in two comfortable cabins and has been carefully maintained throughout her life. A full survey was carried out in 2018, with all recommendations subsequently completed.
Having had just three previous owners, the current owner has enjoyed the boat for the past seven years and is now only selling as they are retiring from motor boating. Combining classic styling, proven reliability and excellent cruising capability, this Fairways Fisher 38 is well worth an early viewing.

Please call our Kent Office +44 (0)1634 571605 for further information or to arrange a viewing.

Accommodation :
The Fairways Fisher 38 offers comfortable and practical accommodation, making her an ideal motor cruiser for extended coastal cruising or weekends aboard. With generous headroom of approximately 6ft 6in throughout much of the interior, she provides a bright and spacious living environment.
The vessel accommodates up to three people in two cabins, offering comfortable sleeping arrangements for owners and guests alike. The saloon features attractive blue upholstery, creating a welcoming space to relax or entertain after a day on the water.
The practical galley is well equipped with a single stainless-steel sink, a two-burner gas cooker with oven and grill, generous storage and a 200-litre pressurised fresh water system, providing all the facilities needed for extended cruising. The galley is located aft of the helmsmans position
The heads compartment is fitted with a marine toilet, wash basin and shower, offering privacy and convenience whilst afloat.
One of the standout features of the Fairways Fisher 38 is her spacious flybridge, providing excellent visibility from the helm together with comfortable seating for family and friends. Large aft doors from the saloon open directly onto the generous aft cockpit, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor living space that is perfect for relaxing, entertaining or enjoying al fresco dining. This practical layout makes the Fairways Fisher 38 an excellent choice for those seeking comfort, versatility and enjoyable cruising.

Inventory :
Safety Equipment:
1 x Automatic Fire Extinguishers in engine bay
2 x Fire Extinguishers in saloon
Fire Blanket
Deck Light
2 x Electric bilge pumps
1 x Manual bilge pump
Navigation Equipment:
Steering compass - Plastimo
Depth – Seatalk
VHF Radio – Seafarer LH55
Chartplotter – Garmin
Radar – Raymarine 240 XX
Autopilot – Raymarine - ST5000
Navtex
Navigation lights – Deck level
Anchor light
Clock and barometer
Deck Equipment:
Anchor – with 40m chain
Search light
Bathing platform
Swim ladder – stainless steel
4 x Mooring warps.
4 x Fenders
Keel/Hull:
Semi displacement

History & Construction:
Built in approx 1980, this Fairways Fisher 38 has a Blue GRP hull and decks with non-slip surfaces. It has a teak floor in the aft cockpit area. Wheel steering. The Hull was professionally stripped back, has been epoxied as a preventative message, primed and antifouled. It has a Walk-through transom gate to the bathing platform. Teak battens to the bathing platform. Self-draining cockpit. Has been out of the water since December 2023; hull polished, and anodes changed. The owner has had the vessel for the past seven years and has decided to retire from motorboating. It has had three previous owners
Title Documents:
When preparing these details, we have seen the following documentation:
Bill of Sale in the owner’s name.
British Ships Part 1 Certificate
Proof of location on 31st December 2020.
Invoices for work completed on the vessel.
Marine Insurance:

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Mechanical :
Mechanical Systems:
This Fairways Fisher 38 has twin Ford Sabre 4-cylinder, 240HP diesel engines with shaft drives to 2-blade fixed props. The engine have direct cooling via a heat exchanger. The engine has completed a total of approx 2000 hours as of 21st July 20264. The engine was last serviced in May 2026 by Kent Marine Services. There are two 325-litre fuel tanks. This motorboat will cruise at approximately 13 knots and has a top speed of approx 15 knots.
Electrical Systems:
4 x 12-volt batteries (2 x engine + 2 x domestic) all new in 2022, charging from the engine alternator and via 240v shore power system with ring main, and Victron Phoenix 50 AMP battery charger.... whole text » less text