Fountain 38 Sport Cruiser

Fountain 38 Sport Cruiser - Professional and Empty Nest Couples - LOOK!

I was excited to take this listing, as I have always had a secret envy for guys with deep pockets that can afford impractical \"go fast boats\". Once on board, my mind was opened to a completely new view of this boat, and I learned how \"practical\" this craft really is! Yes, I just used \"practical\" as a word to describe a 38\' Fountain!

This is a great boat, with all of the amenities of an express cruiser. The major difference between this and most 38\' express cruisers is the beam is narrower, and there is no rear stateroom. However, this may well be the PERFECT BOAT for a young professional couple, or an \"empty nest\" couple! She is efficient, comfortable, and made to go out when most 38 express cruisers stay tied to the dock! If you ... [ask POP associate for the full description]

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Stock #52889 This boat is 4.6 on a scale of 0 to 5, with 5 being ?show room? or Bristol condition. This opinion takes into consideration the age of the boat, it\'s use, how it presents, and very importantly, the attitude of the owners toward this craft. This is an extremely well cared for Fountain 38 Sports Cruiser. My initial impression is a beautiful boat, especially considering it\'s age.

The rub rails through the years have accomplished their goals, and show very minor signs of use. The top, sides and bottom of this boat are well kept and polished! The owners claims of the boat being polished and waxed annually are substantiated in the bright gloss and excellent shine of the fiberglass and gel coat! The only imperfections are a minor spot of abrasion on the swim platform, and minor issues with some of the graphics. All of these are photo documented. Otherwise, this boat is spotless!

My reasoning for not giving a perfect score is the padded lounge over the engine covers is showing it\'s age, and is in need of replacing! The same can be said for the rear bolster couch. Again, all of this is photo documented. The trailer tires may be original, and consideration should be given to replacement. The left fender has sustained some damage, has been straightened and is functional.

The engine room is spotless! The cabin is spotless! The carpets are in excellent condition! This is a well maintained, and well cared for boat! It is primarily used by a father and son for overnight trips on Lake Michigan, with occasional afternoon outings with the gals! It is not unusual for father and son to venture to destinations hundreds of miles away on a weekend trip! 200 miles is about 4 hours at comfortable, efficient, cruising speeds. 3 hours at wide open throttle!

What is not shown in the photos is the ?hidden? work that has been performed on this boat... The stringers and cabin floor lost their integrity, and were professionally replaced. The stringers were replaced with laminated mahogany and reinforced with layers of fiberglass. The owner was very particular about choosing the shop to perform this work and finally settled on a very well know (in this area) repair facility of excellent reputation. The cost of this repair was significant. The owner has an inch plus thick file folder of receipts, records, and logs of work done to this boat. The owner enjoys, and take on the tasks of oil changes, out-drive lube changes, and other minor annual maintenance.


Inside the boat is beautiful, well cared for and meticulously maintained. There was no area inside the salon, head or staterooms that required a wipe down before taking the photos. Inside, this boat is spotless! The fit and finish is truly Fountain! As I moved through this boat, I had visions of Reggie Fountain giving it the ?once over? before it left his facility! Richly appointed in white and dark gray the leather is without blemish, wear, or defect. The trim is mostly chrome, with dark smoked glass accenting and setting off the colors! Gray carpet, and perfect white headliner, and indirect lighting finishes this perfect package! The carpets were fresh, and showed no signs of wear, discoloration, or any type of dirt or dust. This is truly a boat that makes you want to remove your shoes before boarding!

The cockpit and outside area feature a mooring cover, which doubles as a trailing cover. There are a few snaps that need to be replaced, but otherwise this cover seems in good shape.

Subtle ?nice touches? include matching throw pillows complete with the Fountain logos, and a large logo in the center of front berth.

The cockpit and helm area of this boat is extremely functional, and comfortable! The helm features twin electric bolster seats that allow either sitting or standing comfortably. There is a third after market helm seat that makes for 3 across front seating. The cockpit feature a generous bolster couch, large enough for 3 adults. There are functional steps to get over the venturi windshield that allows easy passage from the helm to the front deck area.

There is also a bimini top that is not shown in the photos.

Mechanically, the vessel is very clean, and well cared for. The bilge and engine areas are clean, free of dirt, dust, grease or mechanical residue. The engine compartment was spotless The boat was out of the water, on it\'s trailer and winterized when I visited.

This boat looks like it is wiped down upon being put back on the trailer.... The sides, bottom, and out drives have no spots or hard water residue.

The owner of this boat suffers from chronic health issues, and is no longer able to use this boat. His father, a retired naval officer and physician is retired. This father and son team delights in talking about this boat, and the great times they have shared aboard her! After purchasing this vessel, one wife described this boat as ?quite the tug?...... On the first outing, the two couples assisted a neighbor who\'s yacht had succumbed to engine issues on the water. This ?tug? gave the neighbor a tow, and the name ?Tug? seemed fitting. The first name, which for privacy reasons I have covered over in all of the photos, is a nick name the owner received before he could walk!

This is a well cared for boat one owner boat that has been professionally maintained and service, and is a great find for some lucky new owner!

***NOTE**** Regarding Starboard Drive Lower Unit, sell has no recollection of why the drive is missing the piece of aluminum. He did explain the PORT drive was replace after being damaged by underwater debris, but has no recollection of damage to the the starboard drive.

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