1983 Wilbur 38 - Photo 1
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Specifications

Make Wilbur
Model 38
Year 1983
Length 38.0ft (11.6m)
Engine Cummins 450C engine
Fuel Type diesel
Engine Make Northern Lights
Engine Model 450C
Engine Power 8 hp
Generator Yes
Autopilot Yes

Description




1983 Wilbur 38 | PUFFINThe 1983 38-foot Wilbur boat is a specific model of boat designed and manufactured in the Mecca of Downeast boat building, Southwest Harbor,Maine. Wilbur Yachts is a well-known boat building company that specializes in crafting high-quality, custom-built yachts with traditional designs and exceptional craftsmanship. The 38-foot likely embodies the classic characteristics that Wilbur Yachts is known for: elegant lines, sturdy construction, and a focus on seaworthiness. A raked stem, round chines, full length keel/skeg and full transom. Color of topsides and all decks Awlgrip Eggshell White, except non-skid cockpit sole is Awlgrip custom mix light blue. Painted surfaces inside including engine room and lazarette Awlgrip Snow White. Downeast hull designs are known for their soft, dry ride. They ride at relatively flat angles at all speed ranges. Wilbur boats are often favored by those who appreciate a classic look combined with modern amenities. These boats tend to have comfortable interiors with a layout that maximizes space for relaxation, entertainment, and sleeping accommodations. Puffin provides ample room for socializing while also offering enough space for sleeping quarters, a galley, and a head.AccommodationsSleeps 6. Forward cabin has a double berth to port with lockers and storage opposite. Aft to starboard are large upper and lower bunks. Next aft to starboard is the head with wand shower, and manual head. Step up to the main salon with a spacious convertible dinette and drop leaf table and various chairs. To starboard is a helm station. All the interior joiner work is varnished teak and formica with teak and holly soles. GalleyThe L-shaped galley consisting of Shipmate propane 4 burner stove. Sunbeam microwave oven. 200 gallons of water in four equal plastic tanks under cockpit, all valved, with filter mounted in engine room. 6-gallon 110v. hot water heater. ElectronicsICOM IC-M73 handheld VHF Radio ICOM IC-M302 VHF radio, lower station. GARMIN GPS map 498 chart plotter, lower station. Garmin 5212 sounder/ plotter upper station. SIMRAD AP 22 Autopilot lower station with remote at bridge. DANFORTH Compass, lower helm MORSE CONTROLS, HIGHNAUTIC STEERING. AdditionalCummins 450C engine. PROP: 5 blade newly repitched; new gearbox w/2-1 reduction; new 2 1/4" SS shaft, stuffing box and cutlass rearing. TANKAGE: Fuel, two (2) 150 gallon aluminum tanks, Water, four(4) 50 gallon poly tanks, Waste - one (1) new 36 gal holding tank. 6 KW Northern Lights generator Model M673L.3 with sound shield and optional stop/start panel in engine room. Other Equipment2 high water alarms, 2 Rule pumps - 12v & auto, 6" Danforth compass on cabin bridge, 6 opening ports, Custom S/S swim ladder, Polished Stainless Steel handrail on swim platform, fiberglass swim platform, transom door. Custom starboard 5 drawer tackle locker in cockpit, Five bronze rod holders in Cockpit Six stainless rod holders on polished stainless steel ladder with starboard steps to bridge. Six stainless steel rod holders on stainless steel bridge railing. One portable chrome Lee rod holder on mast in cockpit Custom 5/4 teak overhead rod rack in salon for eight rods. (26 rods total) Anchor windless with controls at bow and bridge. Rupp Outriggers. Hot and cold water washdown at the transom.DescriptionThe 1983 38-foot Wilbur boat is a specific model of boat designed and manufactured in the Mecca of Downeast boat building, Southwest Harbor,Maine. Wilbur Yachts is a well-known boat building company that specializes in crafting high-quality, custom-built yachts with traditional designs and exceptional craftsmanship. The 38-foot likely embodies the classic characteristics that Wilbur Yachts is known for: elegant lines, sturdy construction, and a focus on seaworthiness. A raked stem, round chines, full length keel/skeg and full transom. Color of topsides and all decks Awlgrip Eggshell White, except non-skid cockpit sole is Awlgrip custom mix light blue. Painted surfaces inside including engine room and lazarette Awlgrip Snow White. Downeast hull designs are known for their soft, dry ride. They ride at relatively flat angles at all speed ranges. Wilbur boats are often favored by those who appreciate a classic look combined with modern amenities. These boats tend to have comfortable interiors with a layout that maximizes space for relaxation, entertainment, and sleeping accommodations. Puffin provides ample room for socializing while also offering enough space for sleeping quarters, a galley, and a head. AccommodationsSleeps 6. Forward cabin has a double berth to port with lockers and storage opposite. Aft to starboard are large upper and lower bunks. Next aft to starboard is the head with wand shower, and manual head. Step up to the main salon with a spacious convertible dinette and drop leaf table and various chairs. To starboard is a helm station. All the interior joiner work is varnished teak and formica with teak and holly soles. GalleyThe L-shaped galley consisting of Shipmate propane 4 burner stove. Sunbeam microwave oven. 200 gallons of water in four equal plastic tanks under cockpit, all valved, with filter mounted in engine room. 6-gallon 110v. hot water heater. ElectronicsICOM IC-M73 handheld VHF Radio ICOM IC-M302 VHF radio, lower station. GARMIN GPS map 498 chart plotter, lower station. Garmin 5212 sounder/ plotter upper station. SIMRAD AP 22 Autopilot lower station with remote at bridge. DANFORTH Compass, lower helm MORSE CONTROLS, HIGHNAUTIC STEERING. AdditionalCummins 450C engine. PROP: 5 blade newly repitched; new gearbox w/2-1 reduction; new 2 1/4" SS shaft, stuffing box and cutlass rearing. TANKAGE: Fuel, two (2) 150 gallon aluminum tanks, Water, four(4) 50 gallon poly tanks, Waste - one (1) new 36 gal holding tank. 6 KW Northern Lights generator Model M673L.3 with sound shield and optional stop/start panel in engine room. OTHER EQUIPMENT:2 high water alarms, 2 Rule pumps - 12v & auto, 6" Danforth compass on cabin bridge, 6 opening ports, Custom S/S swim ladder, Polished Stainless Steel handrail on swim platform, fiberglass swim platform, transom door. Custom starboard 5 drawer tackle locker in cockpit, Five bronze rod holders in Cockpit Six stainless rod holders on polished stainless steel ladder with starboard steps to bridge. Six stainless steel rod holders on stainless steel bridge railing. One portable chrome Lee rod holder on mast in cockpit Custom 5/4 teak overhead rod rack in salon for eight rods. (26 rods total) Anchor windless with controls at bow and bridge. Rupp Outriggers. Hot and cold water washdown at the transom.







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Mooring / berthing £392
Insurance £249
Maintenance £464
Fuel £292
Running costs subtotal £1,396/mo
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Total Interest
£65,411
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