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1974 Bertram 38 Convertible

Newport Beach, California

$179,000

Escape is a highly customized Ray Hunt designed Bertram 38 "Widebody" sport fisher. 

Built in 1974, completely refit in 2000, and continuously upgraded since then, she boasts an updated interior, Volvo Penta power, a Northern Lights generator, Simrad electronics, and an open aft bulkhead that was made popular in the 50's and 60's by renowned builders like Rybovich and Merritt. She's the the perfect Southern California fishing or cruising platform. 

Now is your chance to own one of the best rough water boats ever built in her size range. She's fully equipped to fish offshore, or weekend at the island.

Please contact us today to make an appointment to view "Escape"

Disclaimer

Listed by West Coast Yachts

THIS BOAT IS SUBJECT TO AN EXCLUSIVE LISTING AGREEMENT WITH WEST COAST YACHTS (714) 329-4138 AND IS NOT OFFERED FOR SALE BY MARINERS YACHT & SHIP BROKERAGE, INC.. Mariners Yacht & Ship Brokerage, Inc. is merely providing this information in an effort to represent you as a buyer in the purchase of this vessel.

Basic Boat Info

Boat Name: Escape
Make: Bertram
Model: 38 Convertible
Year: 1974
Condition: Used
Category: Power
Builder: Bertram
Designer: Ray Hunt
Construction: Fiberglass
Boat Hull ID: BERL0635M74L
Has Hull ID: Yes

Dimensions

Length: 38 ft / 11.58 m
Length Overall: 38 ft / 11.58 m
Beam: 14'6 ft / 4.42 m
Dry Weight: 26,000 lb
Deadrise: 22 °
Cabins Count: 2

Engines / Speed

Engines: 2
Engine #1 Specs:
  • Make: Volvo Penta
  • Model: TAMD 63P-A
  • Drive Type: Direct
  • Fuel: Diesel
  • Engine Power: 370hp
  • Type: Inboard
  • Engine Hours: 2450
  • Engine Location: Port
Engine #2 Specs:
  • Make: Volvo Penta
  • Model: TAMD 63P-A
  • Drive Type: Direct
  • Fuel: Diesel
  • Engine Power: 370hp
  • Type: Inboard
  • Engine Hours: 2450
  • Engine Location: Starboard
Total Engine Power: 740hp

Tanks

Fuel Tanks: 1
Fuel Tank Capacity: 350 gal
Fuel Tank Material: GRP
Water Tanks: 1
Water Tank Capacity: 70 gal
Water Tank Material: Aluminum
Holding Tank Count: 1
Holding Tank Capacity: 30 gal
Holding Tank Material: Plastic

Other

Heads Count: 1
Drive Type: Direct
Boat Class: Saltwater Fishing, Flybridge, Convertible Boats

Features

Layout & Accommodations

The salon on Escape is a great place to relax! Views are amazing thanks to all of the opening windows and the lack of an aft bulkhead that makes many sport fishers of her size feel cramped and dark when aboard.   Her galley is "Up" and features an abundance of counterspace and storage/ There is an L shaped settee to starboard that converts to a double berth.

Going forward, you'll notice that the companion way stairs have been widened from the original layout which really changes the feel belowdecks.  The wall to the bunkroom has also been removed, so there is a great sense of space. Across from the bunks is the head, with a full stall shower.  A V-Berth is in the forepeak.

  • Infinity Woven Vinyl Flooring throughout
  • Grass cloth wall coverings
  • "Tommy Bahama" style interior
  • Forward V berth with filler cushion
  • Over/ Under bunks
  • Custom Cabinetry
  • Convertible dinette with storage (new upholstery)
  • Isotherm refrigerator/ Freezer
  • Stainless steel sink
  • 3 Burner Ceran top stove
  • Sharp Microwave Oven
  • Vacuflush Head
  • Stall shower
  • Opening portlights and overhead hatches
  • Custom bedding

Electronics

  • SIMRAD NSS 16EVO 2 Multifunction display
  • SIMRAD HALO 2 Open Array Radar
  • SIMRAD GPS REceiver
  • SIMRAD AP 48 Autopilot
  • SIMRAD wireless autopilot remote
  • ICOM M504 VHF (Flybridge)
  • ICOM M45 VHF (Salon)
  • Fusion UD 650 Stereo System with Amp and 6 speakers

Electrical

  • Northern Lights M643 4.5 KW Generator (690 hours)
  • Heart Interface 2000W inverter
  • Link 20 battery monitor
  • AGM Group 105 6V Inverter bank (4)
  • 8D Starting Batteries
  • Group 31 Generator Battery
  • LEWCO Battery Charger

Hull/Deck

  • Maxwell Windlass
  • Claw Anchor and 250' chain
  • Brower 600 LB Davit
  • Dinghy Chalks
  • Novurania DL11 Center Console tender
  • Honda 25 HP Outboard
  • Stainless Steel Radar Arch
  • LED Bow Light
  • LED cockpit Flood lights
  • Raw Water washdown
  • Fresh water wash down
  • Teak cockpit decks
  • Teak Swim platform with ladder
  • Cockpit Gunwhale storage
  • Cockpit bolsters
  • Lazarette storage
  • Stamoid Bimini Top
  • Polycarbonate 3 sided enclosure
  • Pompanette helm seats
  • Custom bridge layout
  • Dual trumpet airhorns
  • Cockpit Shade
  • Cockpit Cover
  • Isinglass salon drop curtains

Fishing Equipment

  • 50  gal. Offshore livewell
  • Tackle Center
  • Fiberglass outriggers
  • Backup bait pump 
  • Rocket Launchers 
  • Rod Holders
Disclaimer

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