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CAVALIER ONE
38' 1989 Mediterranean 38 Express
$29,000.00
Last Updated: 2025-08-23
1989 Mediterranean 38 Express Cruiser - Cavalier
Price: $29,000 - Liquidation Sale, Priced to Move!
Location: Rubicon Yachts, San Rafael, CA
⚓ Exceptional Value - Twin Caterpillar Diesels for Under $30K
Cavalier is a fast and versatile 38’ Mediterranean Express Cruiser designed for sport fishing and comfortable cruising. Powered by twin Caterpillar 3208 diesels, she cruises easily at 24+ knots and represents a rare opportunity to own a proven California favorite at an unbeatable price.
This yacht is being sold by a non-profit benefiting the arts in San Francisco, and they are motivated for a quick sale. Opportunities like this don’t last - schedule a showing today!
Highlights
Twin Caterpillar 3208 Diesels - reliable performance, 24+ knot cruise
Large Flybridge with wraparound seating for crew & guests
Spacious Salon with 6'4" headroom and L-shaped dinette
Private Master Stateroom with centerline queen berth
Full Galley with 3-burner stove/oven, refrigerator/freezer & microwave
Large Head with stall shower
Fiberglass Swim Step & Transom Door for easy boarding and water access
Electric Windlass & Stainless Bow Rails
Accommodations
This popular single-stateroom layout maximizes space and comfort, perfect for Bay cruising or extended coastal trips.
Salon: L-shaped dinette, teak dining table, 6’4" headroom
Galley: Ample counter & cabinet space, Norcold refrigerator/freezer, Samsung microwave, 3-burner stove/oven, double stainless sink
Stateroom: Queen centerline berth, generous storage
Head: Large stall shower, full vanity
Systems & Equipment
Electrical: Yanmar 8kW generator (needs service), 12VDC/110VAC, 2x 8D batteries, 30A shore power, auto battery charger
Mechanical: Hydraulic steering, trim tabs, fuel filters, raw water strainers
Deck: Anchor w/ chain, electric windlass, fiberglass non-skid decks, swim ladder, stainless rails
Don’t Miss This Deal
The Mediterranean 38 Express Cruiser is known for her solid construction, speed, and spacious layout. Priced at just $29,000, to be in contract quickly.
Call Joel @ Rubicon Yachts, San Rafael today to schedule your showing.
Make: Mediterranean
Model: 38 Express
Year: 1989
Length: 38ft
Name: CAVALIER ONE
Hull Material: Fiberglass
Engine/Fuel Type:
Located In: San Rafael, CA
- Category: Power
- Class: Express Cruiser
- Designer: Mike Peters
- Builder: Mainship
- Beam: 12.67 feet
- Bridge Clearance:
- Min Draft:
- Max Draft: 3.17 feet
- Total Engines: 2
- Engine 1
- EngineMake: Caterpillar
- EngineModel: 3208
- EngineYear: 1989
- EngineFuel: diesel
- Total Power: 320
- PropellerType: 3 Blade, Bronze
- EngineHours: 2038
- Engine 2
- EngineMake: Caterpillar
- EngineModel: 3208
- EngineYear: 1989
- EngineFuel: diesel
- Total Power: 320
- PropellerType: 3 Blade, Bronze
- EngineHours: 1950
- Fuel Tank Capacity: 450 gallon
- Fuel Tank Count: 1
- Water Tank Capacity: 100 gallon
- Water Tank Count: 1
- Holding Tank Capacity: 30 gallon
- Holding Tank Count:1
- Cabins: 1
- Heads: 1
Additional Features
- Compass
- Radio
- Generator
- Shore Power Inlet
- Vhf
- Marine Head
- Navigation Center
- Gps
- Electric Head
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.
Joel Kauffman
Yacht & Ship Sales
joel@rubiconyachts.com
415-235-7447 – mobile
415-453-4770 - office
25 Third Street
San Rafael, CA 94901