Alajuela 38 Cutter

Hawaii / Caribbean Veteran
US$78,000.00 (Approx £58,619) Reduced
  • Boat REF#  ·  322415
  • Length  ·  11.58m
  • Year  ·  1976
  • Construction  ·  GRP
  • Underwater profile  ·  Long Keel
  • Sleeping berths  ·  5
  • Engine  ·  1 x diesel 40hp, Yanmar 3JH3 (2002)
  • Lying  ·  Port Orchard, WA USA - Shown by Appointment
Boatshed Seattle
Boatshed Seattle
Gary Buck

Extra Details

Designer William Atkin / Colin Archer
Builder Alajuela Yacht Corp
Lying Port Orchard, WA USA - Shown by Appointment
Fuel capacity 377.3 ltr (83.0 USG) Total - 2 Tanks
Water capacity 581.8 ltr (128.0 USG) Total - 3 Tanks
Holding tank capacity 127.3 ltr (28.0 USG) Total - 1 Tanks
Last survey 22/12/2012

Mechanical

Engine 1 x diesel 40hp
Engine make and model Yanmar 3JH3 (2002)
Engine Hours engine1= 3100
Engine Cooled Indirect
Steering tiller
Drive shaft
Prop(s) 3 blade bronze
Fuel consumption (approx) 3.2 ltr (0.7 USG) /hour At Cruising Speed
Cruising speed (approx) 6 knots
Generator output 3KVA
Generator Hours 341
Engine spares
Water-maker

The Yanmar engine installed new in 2002 was pulled in 2013 to install a generator. While the engine was out it was rebuilt (although it didn't need it) with new injectors, rings, bearings, front and rear main seals, water pump and all hoses. Engine hours at rebuild were 1900 now at 3100. New Aquagen generator/600 GPD water maker. Generator motor is Kubota with a 250 amp alternator. 3 solar panels approx. 8 amp., 2 inverters one is 1500 watt the other is 400 watt. 4 Batteries new 2023 250AH Fullriver AGM (The tall blue ones)

Fuel consumption is .7 gallons per hour at 2700 RPM.

Dimensions

Length 11.58m
LWL 9.93m
Beam 3.51m
Draft Max 1.71m
Displacement 12,245kg (27,000.0lbs)
Headroom 2.01m
Storage On marina

Rig

Cutter rigged Unknown Aluminium spars () with Stainless Steel standing rigging (2013)

Sails

Reefing mainsail FX - Slab (2016) Fully Battened, Lazy Jacks, 3 Reefs
Headsail FX - Furling (2013)
Other sails Staysail ()
Storm trysail ()

Seller reports the following; In 2013 the boat had the mast removed with all hardware replaced or in the case of the winches cleaned and serviced. The rig was completely refit with new 3/8" Diameter SS By Bryon Toss in Port Townsend. All new standing rigging, custom built chain plates along with 90% of the running rigging. Cable size 3/8 inch with heavier Bobstay. The ProFurl furlers were rebuilt by a Brian Toss contractor in San Diego. Both the stays'l and the Jib are FX Offshore Yankee Cut 2013. The main is new in 2016 also FX with three reefs. Since the refit the boat has been in Mexico, Hawaii and BC. In 2021 all the rigging was examined and lubed where appropriate.

Due to the fact this boat has spent much of the last 20 years at sea there is an extensive supply of spare parts too long to list. There is also a complete set of dive gear with tank new in 2016, other components older. 50 feet of hose with regulator, full vest & regulator for free dive, weight belts, etc. and a dry suit in moderate condition.

Electrical Systems

12 volt battery, 110 shore power voltage, 4 batteries charged by: engine, solar panels, shore power, generator 3 solar panels produce 16 amps through solar controller

Construction

Construction GRP
Underwater profile Long Keel
Finish Paint finish

Heavy GRP layup built in 1976 by Alajuela Yacht Corp in California. This particular yacht was commissioned in 1977. 72 of these William Atkin / Colin Archer designed boats were built from 1977 through 1985.

Long full keel, heavy barn door style rudder and well protected propeller.

This boat’s gel coat has been painted with Awl Grip (both hull and deck) while touring Central America. Most of the exterior wood structural parts (bulwarks, winch bases, rudder cap) have been replaced with Honduran Mahogany. The samson post has been replaced with stainless steel. Much of the structure of the bow sprit has been rebuilt as well. The teak cap rail on the shear was re-installed and left natural. Cockpit teak is in good condition.

The fuel tanks are split with the main being 68 G and a 15 G day tank that feeds the diesel heat or can be directed towards the main engine. Nice compliment on an offshore boat.

Waterline Boats / Boatshed does not independently verify capacities and measures which are reported from seller-provided information and/or literature.

Accommodation

Total # of berths 5
No. of double berths 1
No. of single berths 3
Cabin(s) 1
Sink 1
Shower 1
Heads 1 heads (Manual)

Upon entering through the companionway and down four steps to the parquet-floored interior of this boat the size of this Alajuela will be appreciated. There is lots of headroom. The galley is to starboard -- it’s modest but has everything you need: Alder-Barber refer, 2016 gimbaled Dickinson "Caribbean" 2 burner stove with oven and broiler, a big single basin sink and plenty of counter space. The full size nav table is to port and offers additional counter space while not underway. Two settees, one on either side, make up the salon with a decent sized pilot berth to port now being used as storage. The salon table folds out of the way. The headliner is clean and bright, with opening bronze portlights lining the cabin truck and an opening Lewmar hatch. Forward is an entry to a good sized master cabin with head that has its own door, a hanging locker, dressing seat, vanity and a large queen size berth with inner spring mattress. A large Lewmar hatch brings in light and air. Dickenson "Alaskan" cabin heat (2011) with 15 gallon diesel gravity feed fuel tank. Salon seating is bright, re-upholstered with Sunbrella material. S/S Galley sink new in 2023 with telescoping foot pump spigots.

All 8 portholes removed, cleaned and re-bedded using Butyl rubber 2023. All portholes open along with 2 deck hatches plus 2 DC fans in the salon and 2 in the forward cabin for ventilation. 90% of all lighting is LED. New teak grating in head, new shower sump and pump.

2 burner propane Stove

Accommodation

Stove
Oven
Sink
Refrigerator
Cabin heating
Manual water system
Pressurised water system
Hot water system
Non-Smokers

Upon entering through the companionway and down four steps to the parquet-floored interior of this boat the size of this Alajuela will be appreciated. There is lots of headroom. The galley is to starboard -- it’s modest but has everything you need: Alder-Barber refer, 2016 gimbaled Dickinson "Caribbean" 2 burner stove with oven and broiler, a big single basin sink and plenty of counter space. The full size nav table is to port and offers additional counter space while not underway. Two settees, one on either side, make up the salon with a decent sized pilot berth to port now being used as storage. The salon table folds out of the way. The headliner is clean and bright, with opening bronze portlights lining the cabin truck and an opening Lewmar hatch. Forward is an entry to a good sized master cabin with head that has its own door, a hanging locker, dressing seat, vanity and a large queen size berth with inner spring mattress. A large Lewmar hatch brings in light and air. Dickenson "Alaskan" cabin heat (2011) with 15 gallon diesel gravity feed fuel tank. Salon seating is bright, re-upholstered with Sunbrella material. S/S Galley sink new in 2023 with telescoping foot pump spigots.

All 8 portholes removed, cleaned and re-bedded using Butyl rubber 2023. All portholes open along with 2 deck hatches plus 2 DC fans in the salon and 2 in the forward cabin for ventilation. 90% of all lighting is LED. New teak grating in head, new shower sump and pump.

2 burner propane Stove

Deck Gear

Sail cover
Spray dodgers
Cockpit cover
Rode
Fenders
Boathook
Swim Ladder

5 halyard winches
2 sheet winches
Electric Lofrans Falcon windlass (with remote control)
3 anchors
(CQR)
91.44m of chain
30.48m of rode
Monitor windvane self-steering system
Caribe dinghy (2006)
(RIB)
15hp outboard, Suzuki, Short shaft (2006)
Lazarette locker contains two propane tanks vented to outside. Decks are painted with non-skid. Wide side decks with chain plates attached to outside of hull. Bottom paint is West Marine PCA Ablative applied January 2022. The windlass is impressive. LOFRANS FALCON dual chain gypsy with capstan head. 300 feet of 3/8 chain with a 20 foot rode.

Nav Equipment

Compass
Speed
Wind
Radar
VHF
VHF DSC radio
SSB
GPS
Chart plotter
Autopilot
Stereo
Clock
Barometer
Navigation lights
TV
AIS Receiver
Depth sounder
Radar Reflector

In the 2013 refit electronics were added. ICOMM M802 SSB radio with AT 140 Antenna tuner, Pactor lll with split GAM antenna on the back stay. Garmin Radar and Chart plotter 2015. Multiple VHF hand helds.

Safety Equipment

Liferaft
Life jackets
Safety harnesses
Horn
EPIRB 406MHz

3 bilge pumps (1 manual / 2 electric)

Safety harnesses and all USCG requirements on board and up to date.

Broker's Comments

4 VIRTUAL TOURS - 1 VIDEO - 123 PHOTOS - FULL SPECS & BROKER'S COMMENTS CAN BE VIEWED OF THIS ALAJUELA 38!

If you are dreaming of taking a sailboat offshore or doing a circumnavigation the seller reports this Alajuela 38 is turn key ready. Extensive refit and equipment upgrades since 2013 are all noted in the listing details.

The Alajuela 38 is an excellent and proven bluewater cruiser, this one having spent most of the past 25 years in exotic places like Cartagena, Cuba and twice through the Panama Canal, Mexico, Hawaii and BC Canada. The interior feels large and has been used as a live aboard for a couple.

Similar in style to the Tayana 37 or the Union 36 this boat is about 5-6000 pounds heavier. Her underwater profile, canoe stern and kind motion in a seaway has kept her owner comfortable and safe through many thousands of miles of ocean travel.

Very reasonably priced current moorage in Port Orchard is transferable.

These boat details are subject to contract.
Note: Offers on the asking price may be considered.

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