Fountain 38 Express Cruiser
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| Make | Fountain |
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| Model | 38 Express Cruiser |
| Year | 2009 |
| Condition | Used |
| Price | US$159,900 |
| Type | Power |
| Class | Cruiser (Power) |
| Length | 39 ft |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass |
| Location | Bethel, Maine |
| LOA | 38 ft 11 in |
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| Beam | 10 ft 6 in |
| Max Draft | 3 ft 2 in |
| Deadrise at Transom | 19° |
| Dry Weight | 14900 lb |
| Max Bridge Clearance | 9 ft |
| Cabin Headroom | 6 ft 4 in |
| Engine Type | Inboard/Outboard |
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| Engine Make | Cummins |
| Engine Model | QSD 4.2L |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Engine Year | 2009 |
| Power | 350 hp |
| Drive Type | Stern Drive |
| Engine Location | Port |
| Engine usage (hours) | 876 |
| Engine Type | Inboard/Outboard |
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| Engine Make | Cummins |
| Engine Model | QSD 4.2L |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Engine Year | 2009 |
| Power | 350 hp |
| Drive Type | Stern Drive |
| Engine Location | Starboard |
| Engine usage (hours) | 845 |
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| Inside Equipment |
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| Guest Cabins | 2 |
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| Guest Heads | 1 |
| Fuel Tanks | 296 gal |
| Fresh Water Tanks | 50 gal |
| Hull Shape | Deep Vee |
| Windlass | Electric Windlass |
| Hull Warranty | None |
Description
Overview
This 2009 Fountain 38 Express Cruiser is powered by twin Cummins 4.2L QSD diesel engines. The vessel features a Generation III twin-step positive lift hull and includes a 2018 Venture Aluminum triaxle trailer. It has been maintained with annual synthetic oil changes and received significant mechanical and electronic updates between 2020 and 2025.
Key FeaturesEngines: Twin Cummins QSD 4.2L Diesels 350 HP with Mercury SmartCraft gauges
Port: 876 hours
Starbord: 845 hours
Drives: Mercury Bravo 3 XR Duo-Prop drives
Hull: Generation III twin-step positive lift design
Trailer: 2018 Venture triple axle bunk trailer GVWR 20,045lbs (18,025lbs max boat weight)
Navigation: Garmin 8610 10” Chart plotter with radar (New 2020)
Audio: Fusion stereo system (New 2020)
Generator: Kohler 6KW diesel generator
AC/Heat: Air conditioning and heat 120V for both cabin and cockpit
Steering: Latham high-performance power assist hydraulic system with dual pumps
Underwater Lighting: Transom mounted underwater LED lights
2025: New propellers installed; includes additional spare set for different gear ratio
2024: Replacement of gimbal bearings and shift cables
2023: Selective interior seating re-upholstered
2022: Replacement of rear engine mounts, hoses, drive couplings, and all raw water lines
2020: Outdrives overhauled
2020: Installation of Garmin 8610 plotter/radar and Fusion stereo
Annual: All engine and outdrive oil changed with synthetic oil
Forward Cabin: Large v-berth mattress with comforter, dresser, and cedar-lined hanging locker
Aft Cabin: Double-size berth, cedar-lined locker, and LED reading lights
Salon: Sofa with storage, 26" LCD TV, and dark cherry wood trim
Head: Enclosed fiberglass head with shower, exhaust fan, and VacuFlush marine toilet
Countertops: Corian with polished stainless sink and chrome faucet
Appliances: Microwave, refrigerator/freezer, and single-burner glass-top electric stove
Storage: Dedicated dish, silverware, and pantry lockers
Performance: 40 mph cruise (3100RPM) at 26 gph average fully loaded ~1.5 miles per gallon, top speed ~48mph
Mercury VesselView: Two VesselView Smartcraft digital screens for engine, speed, and fuel data
Fuel Systems: Baffled heavy-duty 3/16" aluminum tanks (foamed and glassed in) with 296-gal total capacity
Trim Tabs: Heavy-duty hydraulic offshore performance tabs with mechanical indicators
FireBoy Fire Suppression System: Automatic engine room fire extinguishing system with diesel engine shutdown
Cockpit: U-shaped lounge seating for 8–10 people with removable table and carpet
Wet Bar: Cockpit sink with faucet and storage
Anchor System: Polished stainless steel anchor, windlass, and 150’ G4 galvanized chain
Swim Platform: Integrated platform with transom walk-through door and hot/cold shower
LOA: 38’ / 11.58 m
Beam: 10’ 6" / 3.2 m
Dry Weight: 13,500 lbs / 6,179 kgs
Fuel Capacity: 270 gallons
Freshwater Capacity: 50 gallons / 189 L
Holding Tank: 11 gallons / 42 L
Cabin Headroom: 6’4" / 1.93 m
Draft (Drives Down): 3’2” / .97 m
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.
