Good News is a beautiful 38' Sabre Express, model year 2006, with the optional Hardtop, in exceptional condition. Equipped with Yanmar Diesel engines, Onan generator, updated electronics, Side Power bow thruster, beautiful, like new upholstery throughout, new canvas enclosure, teak decking, electric isolators and much more, make this boat worth seeing. Economical fuel consumption would make this an excellent Great Loop cruiser or great for running to the Keys or the Bahamas.

38' Sabre - Good News - Walkthrough

Boarding the vessel from the swim platform, through the transom door puts you in the teak covered cockpit area which has beautiful Sunbrella upholstered seating to lounge on. The Sabre build quality is immediately apparent. Molded in steps on either side of the boat allow for easy and safe passage to the bow on the side decks with hand rails and/or sturdy bow rails all the way up. A step up to the hardtop covered helm area with more beautifully maintained teak decking that is cooled by 2 air-conditioning units and features an L shaped table seating arrangement, a wood table and 2 Stidd chairs with arm rests. These seats will rotate and have movable armrests. A well thought out helm area features updated Garmin electronics and all of the controls to operate the vessel in the comfort of a climate controlled environment. There is a refrigerator/freezer with ice maker as well as a solid surface counter wet bar and TV located here as well. Engine room access is through a deck hatch. A few steps down through the sliding companion way, is the salon and galley area with teak and holly sole and beautiful wood cabinetry and trim. The galley has an abundance of storage, solid surface counters and an efficient layout. An L shaped settee with an adjustable dining table is here as well. Forward is the owners cabin with a queen size island berth, with storage below and a large hanging locker, cedar lined. Lots of storage space on each side of the berth. A second door to the head area is located in the owners cabin space as well. The head area has a solid surface vanity with lots of storage throughout. A large separate shower space keeps the head area neat and dry

38' Sabre - Good News - Helm & Upper Deck

The helm has beautiful teak decking through the entire area. The helm is complete with the following electronics, controls accessories

  – Updated Garmin 8215 multi function display
  – Updated Garmin 48 mile HD radar w/ enclosed array
  – Updated Garmin depth sounder
  – SidePower SP75TI bow thruster controls
  – Northstar/Simrad NS 3300 auto-pilot
  – VHF ICOM IC504 radio
  – Beede engine and system gauges
  – Bennett trim tab controls
  – Lewmar windlass controls
  – ACR RCL 75 remote spotlight control
  – Ritchie Powerdamp magnetic compass
  – Clarion stereo w/ remote control - Bluetooth capable
  – ACR Epirb

Upper Deck area is equipped with the following:

  – Dual 12,000 BTU Marine Air System air-conditioning units
  – NEW laser measured canvas full enclosure and Isinglass
  – 2 Stidd adjustable seats, recently reupholstered with factory materials
  – Headroom in this area is 6'1"
  – L shaped upholstered settee
  – Adjustable hi/lo wood table
  – Wet bar with solid surface counter, polished stainless sink, hot and cold water, storage below
  – U-line Refrigerator with built in ice maker w/ filter
  – Mounted flat screen TV

The middle windshield panel opens to allow a fresh air breeze if you prefer. The windows on each side of the area slide to open for an additional breeze.

38' Sabre - Good News - Main Cabin

The entire cabin area is covered with a beautiful teak and holly sole. To the starboard side is a large L shaped seating area with a hi/lo wood table with an inlaid design. Wood cabinetry for books, storage, glass storage and main electrical panel is here. The entertainment equipment such as flat screen TV and stereo is here, surrounded by more beautiful handcrafted wood work. The settee/couch can be used for sleeping space as well. There is storage space under the seats. Two opening port windows are above. A separate air-conditioning unit services this area. Headroom in this area is 6'4".

38' Sabre - Good News - Galley

To the port side of the Main Cabin is the galley. It's large enough with ample solid surface counter space, over and under cabinetry, and drawers to please any onboard chef. A large opening port provides lighting and ventilation. The galley is equipped with:

  – EuroKera 2 burner stove
  – Dometic 750013 Refrigerator/freezer
  – Panasonic convection/microwave oven
  – Polished stainless steel sink w/ hot and cold water
  – GFI protected outlets to power countertop appliances

38' Sabre - Good News - Owners Cabin

The queen size centerline island berth is forward. The teak and holly flooring continues in to this area. The space can be closed off with a solid wood sliding door. There is also a seperate door from this area that allows access to the head area for privacy if needed. Storage cabinets and shelves line both sides, with a large, cedar lined hanging locker to port and a nightstand with drawers to starboard. Additional drawer storage is found under the foot of the berth. The end of the berth also lifts to access additional storage below. A flat screen TV is mounted next to the nightstand, with additional shelf space below. This area is service by it's own air-conditioning unit. Headroom in this space is 6'4".

38' Sabre - Good News - Head

There's a lot of room in here! A solid surface countertop with a polished stainless steel sink, has room for the things you need. GFI protected outlets provide the power. Storage is located behind the countertop and below in the vanity. An opening port allows fresh air, natural light and ventilation. Powered vent fan assists with ventilation. The toilet is a Jabsco, Quiet Flush electric model. The shower area is enclosed and separated from the main part of the space so spray and splashes are contained. There is a seat and storage within as well.

38' Sabre - Good News - Aft Deck

Teak decking assures a good non-slip surface covers this area. A lazarette in the sole provides ample storage to keep things neat and out of the way. There's an upholstered seat that allows for a great view if you want to watch your fishing poles in the holders that line each side. Teak is used to cover the wide gunnels all around. The wide gunnels always draw a crowd for sitting while at the dock when there's a gathering back there! There is a sunshade to cover this area as well. A hot and cold fresh water shower is near the large walk-through transom door to the swim platform, which has a stainless steel boarding ladder built-in. Heavy cleats for docking are tucked under the gunnels to keep the area neat and unobstructed. There is built-in storage on each side of the step up into the helm. Molded in steps on each side lead up to the side decks, with hand-holds conveniently located for safety.

38' Sabre - Good News - Fore Deck and Side Decks

Heavy duty bow rails and hand rails extend to help keep you secure when moving to the fore deck or back to the aft deck on the vessel. An aggressive non-skid surface helps your feet keep a good grip as well. At the bow you will find the following to launch, set and retrieve the ground tackle:

  – Lewmar V3 windlass, with foot controls
  – 100' of 5/16 chain
  – 44 lb. Delta plow anchor
  – Storage locker for chain, with washdown

Also on the fore deck:

  – 4 Bomar hatches with screens and covers for interior lighting and ventilation
  – On the hardtop, 2 additional Bomar hatches for added ventilation
  – The windshield and side glass all have custom sunshades for privacy and to keep the sun out when you choose.

38' Sabre - Good News - Engine Room

In the engine room:

  – Twin Yanmar 6LY2AM-STPC 440hp, Diesel main engines: Port: 1572 Hours Stbd: 1560 Hours w/ ZF transmissions
  – Racor 900 MA fuel filters w/ pressure gauges
  – 2 New series 31 AGM engine batteries
  – 2 AGM house batteries
  – 1 Series 24 AGM generator battery
  – Dolphin 40 amp battery charger
  – PSS Dripless shaft seals
  – Fireboy fire suppression System
  – Onan 9KW generator 1554 hours
  – AC electrical Isolators
  – Force10 electric hot water heater - 11gal.
  – Reverso oil change system - Plumbed for all mechanicals
  – House water filtration system
  – Misc. spare engine and generator parts

38' Sabre - Good News - Tender

2019 - Walker Bay, 10' fiberglass RIB

9.9 - 4stroke Yamaha outboard w/electric start

Sunbrella cover

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38' Sabre - Good News - Mechanical Disclaimer

Engine and generator hours are as of the date of the original listing and are a representation of what the listing broker is told by the owner and/or actual reading of the engine hour meters. The broker cannot guarantee the true hours. It is the responsibility of the purchaser and/or his agent to verify engine hours, warranties implied or otherwise and major overhauls as well as all other representations noted on the listing brochure.

38' Sabre - Good News - Disclaimer

The company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change or withdrawal without notice.

38' Sabre - Good News - Exclusions

Sellers personal belongings, tools and artwork.