2006 Elan 38' (11.58 m) Impression
Simpson Bay, Sint Maarten (Dutch Part)
YoungBloods
### Priced to sell! Must be sold by hurricane season! ### Elan yachts are well regarded for their solid construction, good sailing performance, and practical interiors, making them popular among cruising sailors. Well equiped and maintained. Ready to continue sailing the Caribbean dream.
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Flag of Registry: Gibraltar
Port of Registry: Gibraltar
- Sloop
- Sail
- Used
- Diesel
- Fiberglass Hull
- HIN/IMO: ELA38187F606
| FEATURES: |
|---|
| New main and genoa |
| Copper coat antifouling |
| Elan build quality & performance |
| Coastal and offshore cruising |
| ● Caribbean or Mediterranean island hopping |
| Tenders: ● Highfield dinghy (~7 years old) ● Tohatsu 6 hp outboard (2023, +/-7 hours) |
| Date Listed: 01/13/2026 |
$ 79,000 USD
€ 66,910 Euros
$ 107,942 CAD
£ 57,747 GBP
Description
This 2006 Elan Impression 384 is a capable and comfortable cruising sailboat that has benefited from significant recent upgrades focused on energy independence, sailing performance, and cruising convenience. Known for her solid build quality, generous interior volume, and well-balanced sailing characteristics, the Impression 384 is equally suited for coastal cruising, island hopping, or extended liveaboard use.
Current owners bought in Montenegro. This sailboat had done 5-6 years in charter with Montenegrocharter.com company from 2007 to 2012-13.
They’ve sailed and lived the Mediterranean. And have sailed the trade winds to Sint Maarten in fall 2025.
Recent investments include new sails (2024), a modern lithium and solar electrical system, a solar/dinghy arch, and a rigging service completed in 2024, making this vessel particularly attractive to buyers looking for a turnkey cruiser with reduced refit needs.
KEY FEATURES & EQUIPMENT
● Volvo Penta D2-40 diesel engine (40 hp)
● 170 L diesel / 400 L water / 60 L holding tank
● “Ective” 200 Ah lithium house battery
● 3 × 280 W IFRI-SOC solar panels with Victron MPPT controllers
● Novopal 1000 W inverter & Victron charger
● Quick 1500 W electric anchor windlass
● Impulsion New mainsail & genoa 120% (2024)
● Highfield dinghy HFUL 260
● 6 hp Tohatsu outboard
ADVANTAGES TO COMPETITORS
● Significant recent investment in sails and energy systems
● Copper coat antifouling (long-term hull protection)
● Strong tankage for a yacht of this size
● Proven Elan build quality and performance hull
● Well-suited for off-grid cruising
IDEAL USAGE
● Coastal and offshore cruising
● Caribbean or Mediterranean island hopping
● Liveaboard cruising
● Owner-operator sailing
REVIEWS
“Elan yachts are well regarded for their solid construction, good sailing performance, and practical interiors, making them popular among cruising sailors.”
— Various European sailing publications
Data Sheet
HIN/IMO: ELA38187F606
LOA: 37' 11'' (11.56 Meters)
Type: Sail- Used
Year: 2006
Documented Year: 2006
Beam: 12' 11''
LWL: 36' 11''
Draft Max: 5' 11''
Cabins: 3
Sleeps: 8
Double Berths: 2
Queen Berths: 1
Heads: 2
Maximum Speed: 10 Knots
Cruise Speed: 8 Knots
Fuel Type: Diesel
Hull Material: Fiberglass
Hull Finish: Gelcoat
Hull Shape: Displacement
Bridge Clearance: 54' 4''
Fuel Tank: 45 Gallons (170.34 Liters)
Fresh Water: 106 Gallons (401.25 Liters)
Holding Tank: 16 Gallons (60.57 Liters)
Gross Tonnage: 8
Displacement: 18500 lbs
Dry Weight: 18500
CE Certified: Yes
Designer: Rob Humphreys
Builder: Elan Yachts
Tender HIN: HFM98660C313
Engines
Engine 1
- Engine Make: Volvo Penta
- Engine Model: D2-40
- Engine Year: 2006
- Engine Type: Inboard
- Drive Type: Sail
- Power HP: 40.00
- Power KW: 29.83
- Fuel Type: Diesel
- Serial Number: 5102000757
- Engine Location: Middle
Full Details
INTERIOR STYLING, ACCOMMODATIONS & LAYOUT
Bright and functional cruising interior with excellent ventilation, generous headroom, and practical storage throughout.
● U-shaped galley
● Large central saloon
● Forward owner’s cabin and two aft cabins
MAIN SALON
Comfortable and airy saloon ideal for dining and relaxing.
● Convertible saloon seating
● Dining table
● Ample storage
MASTER STATEROOM
Forward owner’s cabin with generous berth and storage.
● V-berth
● Hanging lockers
● Overhead hatches
Master Head
● Marine toilet Jabsco
● Sink & shower
● Holding tank
GUEST CABIN
Two aft cabins offering excellent space for guests.
● Double berths
● Storage lockers
GALLEY
Well-equipped cruising galley.
● Gas stove, 2006
● Isotherm Refrigerator, model: 42009BA100000, 2.5 ft³
● Pressurized fresh water
NAVIGATION & ELECTRONICS
Practical navigation setup suitable for coastal and offshore cruising.
ELECTRONICS
● Raymarine autopilot (2006)
● Raymarine wind indicator
● Garmin VHF 115i radio (2023)
● Depth sounder AirMat P319
● Speedometer AirMat 2039901
HELM
● Wheel steering
● Engine controls
● Ray Marine Cockpit instruments
o Plotter, wind, depth, autopilot
CONSTRUCTION, HULL & DECK
HULL & FITTINGS
Solid GRP construction.
● Cupper coat antifouling (2021)
● Thru hull: Original, brass
DECK & FITTINGS
Functional deck layout optimized for cruising.
● Teak cockpit
● Sprayhood & bimini Sunbrella (2024)
● Strong SS Solar / dinghy arch 40 mm (2024)
COCKPIT
Comfortable cockpit for sailing and entertaining.
● Cockpit shower
● Cockpit speakers
GROUND TACKLE
● Primary anchor: Bruce 44 lbs / 20 kg
● Primary chain: 10 mm × 120 m
● Secondary anchor: 33 lbs / 15 kg / DC anchor
● Secondary chain: 8 mm × 40 m
● Electric anchor windlass (1500 W, 2022) with Quick hand control
MAST & RIGGING
Aluminum mast with serviced standing rigging.
● Selden Mast, full length
● Genoa pole: no
● Rigging serviced in 2024
SAILS & WINCHES
Recently renewed sail inventory.
● Impulsion Mainsail (2024)
● Impulsion 120% Genoa (2024)
● 4x Harken Winches Size 32, Serviced: 2025
● Electric Winches: no
SHIP SYSTEMS
ENGINE & MECHANICAL
Reliable Volvo Penta diesel installation.
● Volvo Penta D2-40 (2006)
● Engine hours : unknown
● Engine service log: serviced at recommended hours
PLUMBING & TANKAGE
● Pressurized fresh water
● Hot water system: none
● Holding tank
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS, LIGHTING & CHARGING
Modernized electrical system optimized for autonomy.
● Ective 200 Ah LiFePo4 battery (2021)
● Fiamm 80 Ah AGM starter battery Titanium Pro (2025)
● Victron battery charger, blue power, 12V, 30 Amp, 3 outputs
● Novopal 1000 W inverter TechSine TS1000 (2023)
● IFRI-SOL 3 × 280 W solar panels, IF-P280-60 (2024)
● Victron 3 × MPPT 100/20 controllers
GAS SYSTEM
● Gas stove and oven (2006)
● Dedicated gas installation
● Gas/CO2 detector: no
SAFETY EQUIPMENT
● SeaFlo Bilge pump, 1100 gph
● Manual bilge pump: Yes
● 4× Adult life jackets (2022)
● 8× fenders
EXTRAS
DINGHY
● Highfield dinghy (~7 years old)
● Tohatsu 6 hp outboard (2023, +/-7 hours)
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.
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.
Listing MLS by Yachtr.com
Contact Us
For more information about this yacht please contact Chris Lafrance.
We look forward to working with you!
David Walters Yachts
Skyport Apollo Unit #3
Airport Road #34
Simpson Bay Sint Maarten
Phone: 1-954-527-0664
Email: sales@davidwaltersyachts.com
Website: https://www.davidwaltersyachts.com
Chris Lafrance
Yacht Broker
Skyport Apollo Unit #3
Airport Road #34
Simpson Bay Sint Maarten
Office: +1-954-527-0664
Direct: +1-721-588-3878
Cell: +1-721-588-3878
Email: chris@davidwaltersyachts.com
Raised partly in suburban surroundings and later in rural farmland, Chris discovered his passion for sailing in his early twenties, introduced to it by a close friend. Since that pivotal moment, he has amassed over 24,000NM of nautical miles, primarily offshore, and obtained certifications from esteemed organizations like CYA, RYA, and IMQ. Chris spent years as a partner in a sailboat charter company, overseeing technical operations and engaging in customer service and sales.
In 2009, he undertook a journey, extensively refitting a Kaufman aluminum sailboat, circumnavigating the North Atlantic with solo offshore crossing propelled by trade winds. Today, Chris calls Sint Maarten home, residing aboard his vessel.
Alongside his maritime pursuits, Chris has pursued a career as a custom software engineer. Fluent in French and English, he aims to enhance his language skills with Spanish.
As a yacht broker, Chris is committed to understanding his client's needs and providing valuable, solution-oriented service. His dedication stems from a genuine passion for connecting individuals with their maritime dreams—a true matchmaker in the world of yachting.