Description
Dufour 38 Classic – “Ikarus” (1999)
Price: €64,950 – EU VAT Paid
Location: Lefkada, Greece
Flag: Polish Registered
Overview
The Dufour 38 Classic “Ikarus” is a well-built and highly regarded performance cruiser, combining French craftsmanship with comfort and capability. Designed by Olivier Poncin and built by Dufour Yachts (France), this 1999 model offers a perfect balance between seaworthiness and onboard comfort — ideal for family cruising, liveaboard adventures, or Mediterranean sailing.
With three cabins and two heads, “Ikarus” provides generous space below deck, complemented by a bright and airy saloon and a well-equipped galley — perfect for extended stays onboard.
Performance & Handling
Powered by a Yanmar 40hp diesel engine (recently serviced with new oil, seals, and saildrive maintenance), she delivers reliable and efficient cruising. The in-mast reefing system and autopilot make her easily handled by a small crew, while her fin keel and spade rudder ensure excellent maneuverability and responsiveness under sail.
Deck & Cockpit
- The large, practical cockpit is designed for both comfort and functionality, featuring:
- New Bimini (2024) and Sprayhood with new windows (2024)
- Electric windlass with remote
- 60m chain and 20kg Rocna anchor
- Fitted cockpit cushions (2023)
- Ideal for relaxed cruising or entertaining guests while underway or at anchor.
Accommodation & Comfort
- 3 double cabins and 2 heads with showers
- Spacious saloon with ample seating and natural light
- Fully equipped galley with practical layout for long passages
- 9kW Diesel heater for year-round comfort
Upgrades & Maintenance
- “Ikarus” has been meticulously maintained and upgraded by her current owner:
- All lighting converted to LED
- 2 x 100Ah service batteries + new starter battery
- Victron BMV battery monitor
- New bilge pump & float switch (2025)
- New masthead wind indicator
- New Trudesign thru-hull fittings (2023)
- Polished & antifouled (April 2025) – ready for the season
Specifications
- LOA: 11.45 m
- LWL: 9.89 m
- Beam: 3.76 m
- Draft: 1.45 m
- Displacement: 6,137 kg
- Ballast: 2,096 kg
- Fuel Capacity: 160 L
- Water Capacity: 340 L
- Construction: GRP hull (white)
- Rudder: Spade
- Steering: Wheel
Summary
“Ikarus” is a well-presented example of the Dufour 38 Classic — turnkey ready for the 2025 sailing season. With her proven design, numerous recent upgrades, and excellent maintenance record, she represents outstanding value for anyone seeking a dependable and comfortable cruiser in the Mediterranean.
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Inventory
Plotter and dividers
First aid kit
Flares
Cutlery
Hatch covers
Wind scoop
2 old cockpit cushions waterproof
Hose x 2
Shore power lead
32amp connector
Fuel container x 2
Spare ropes
2 mooring lines
1 Long line on reel
Emergency tiller
Kedge anchor spare
Spring compensators x 2
Rubber compensators x 2
Deck brush hard
Deck brush soft
Bucket
Funnel
6 med fenders with covers
1 large fender and 1 med fender no cover
Boat hook
Day signals
Engine spares
Dimensions
| Length Overall | 11.45m |
| Max Draft | 1.45m |
| Beam | 3.76m |
Tanks
| Fresh Water Tank | L |
| Fuel Tank | L |
| Holding Tank |
Accommodations
| Cabins | 3 |
| Heads | 2 |
Proplusion
| Engine Make | Yanmar |
| Engine Model | |
| Total Power | 40hp |
| Engine Hours | |
| Engine Type | Inboard |
| Drive Type | Sail Drive |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
