2003 Silverton 38 Convertible

The interior pairs Silverton's solid cherry cabinetry with a thorough refresh. Teak and holly flooring runs through the salon, galley and both staterooms, and updated upholstery, new wall coverings and LED lighting give her a clean, current look. Large windows, overhead hatches and hull portlights keep the boat bright, and two Cruisair reverse cycle units provide heat and air conditioning throughout.Step in from the cockpit through the sliding glass door and the salon opens up around you, with windows on three sides. An electric sofa to starboard converts to a full size bed, and an L shaped settee with a custom engraved table sits to port, with the Bose components and main electrical panel in a cabinet nearby. A few steps down and forward, the galley runs along the starboard side. The guest cabin is to port, partly tucked beneath the salon sole, and the master stateroom fills the bow with an island queen berth. Between them is the split head, with the toilet and vanity compartment to starboard and a separate stall shower to port.Interior Styling and Additional Features:Teak and holly flooring throughoutUpdated upholstery and wall coverings(2) Taylor Made Cruisair 16,000 BTU reverse cycle heat and air conditioning unitsLED lighting throughout the interiorUpgraded galley appliances and backsplashBose surround sound systemCustom sun shades and blindsTwo staterooms with a split head and VacuFlush toiletAirLock air purification system - 2026MAIN SALONThe salon is bright and open, with nearly continuous windows, opening side panels for cross ventilation and a sliding glass door with screen to the cockpit. The electric sofa to starboard folds out into a full size bed for extra guests, and the L shaped settee and custom engraved table to port make a comfortable spot for meals.Wraparound windows with opening, screened side panelsElectric sofa to starboard, converts to a full size bedL shaped settee to port with engraved tableUpgraded flat screen TVBose surround sound systemCruisair reverse cycle heat and air conditioningTeak and holly flooringLED lightingCustom blindsSliding glass door to the cockpit with screen doorMASTER STATEROOM (FORWARD)The master stateroom is in the bow, with an island queen berth set high enough to take a standard queen mattress and a step on each side for easy access. An overhead hatch and hull portlights bring in natural light, and multiple storage lockers keep clothes and gear put away. The toilet compartment and stall shower of the split head are both reached directly from the cabin.Island queen berth with a step on each sideHanging locker and multiple storage lockersOverhead hatch and hull portlightsDirect access to the head and stall showerTeak and holly flooringLED lightingSplit HeadOne split head serves both staterooms. The toilet and vanity compartment is to starboard and opens to both the master and the companionway, so it also works as the day head. The stall shower sits opposite to port and is shared by the master and the guest cabin.VacuFlush toiletSeparate walk in stall shower to portVanity with sinkTeak and holly flooringLED lightingGUEST CABIN (PORT)The guest cabin is to port, partly tucked beneath the salon sole, and it is roomier than most on a boat this size, with full headroom in its forward half. The berth is set up as a queen and can also be arranged as twin singles with a filler cushion. Guests share the stall shower with the master.Queen berth, convertible to twin singlesHanging locker and multiple storage lockersShared access to the stall showerTeak and holly flooringLED lighting

The galley is a few steps down from the salon and runs along the starboard side, borrowing space from the companionway to give it far more counter and storage room than you would expect on a 38. Corian counters, a deep stainless sink, an upgraded backsplash and upgraded appliances make it easy to cook for a crowd or live aboard for a season.Nova Kool refrigerator and separate Nova Kool freezerPrincess three burner electric cooktopCorian countertops with stainless steel sinkSharp microwaveUpgraded appliances and backsplashCoffee makerExtensive cabinet storageTeak and holly flooringLED lighting

ELECTRONIC SYSTEMSNavigation electronics and a full set of engine gauges are mounted at the centerline helm on the flybridge, with radar, chartplotter, autopilot, VHF and depth sounder all within reach of the wheel.Furuno NavNet radar with open array antenna, 48 nm rangeNorthstar 957 chartplotterSimrad AP22 autopilotStandard Horizon VHF radioStandard Horizon depth sounder6" Ritchie compassFull engine instrumentation at the helm

HULLSilverton laid up the 38 Convertible by hand, using stitched and woven reinforcements in polyester resin with a vinylester skin coat below the waterline to resist blistering. The bottom is solid fiberglass and the hull sides are cored with CoreMat. The modified V planing hull has a relatively fine entry, 17° of deadrise at the transom, hard lifting chines and a flared bow, which add up to a dry, comfortable ride offshore.Hand laid fiberglass hull with a solid fiberglass bottomVinylester skin coat below the waterline for blister resistanceModified V planing hull with 17° of deadrise at the transomHard lifting chines and flared bowFiberglass stringers and web frames; engines on steel foundation beamsArctic White gelcoat with black boot stripeDECKThe deck and superstructure are balsa cored fiberglass with wide, clean nonskid walking surfaces. The hull to deck joint is bonded and mechanically fastened, and a PVC rub rail with a stainless steel insert protects the sheer.Balsa cored fiberglass deck and superstructureWide nonskid deckingBonded and mechanically fastened overlapping hull to deck jointPVC rub rail with stainless steel insertLewmar windlass with helm controlsGalvanized plow anchor with 150’ of chainCOCKPITMolded staircase to the flybridge with teak treadsTwo fish boxes in the cockpit soleMolded storage box in the transomTransom doorHot and cold transom showerHatch access to the engine room and generatorCockpit speakers(8) rod holdersBait prep stationFLYBRIDGEFiberglass hardtop on a powder coated aluminum archFull canvas enclosureCenterline helm with full engine instrumentation and navigation electronics(2) adjustable helm and companion seatsLarge bench seat forward of the helm with storage belowVenturi windshieldFlybridge speakers

ENGINE AND MECHANICALTwin Caterpillar 3126 turbo diesels, 385 HP each, drive four blade bronze propellers through ZF Marine transmissions, and 985 hours is low for a boat of her age. The engine room is roomy, with access through hatches in the salon sole and from the cockpit, and the engines sit on steel foundation beams.Twin Caterpillar 3126 turbo diesels, 385 HP each – 985 Hours(2) ZF Marine HSW 800 A3 transmissions, 2.0:1 reduction(2) PSS dripless shaft sealsDual Racor 900MA fuel filter/water separatorsGlendinning engine synchronizerSea-Fire fire suppression with automatic engine shutdownFour blade bronze propellersLarge engine room with excellent service accessVetus bow thrusterBennett hydraulic trim tabsPLUMBING AND TANKAGEFuel is carried in two 180 gallon aluminum tanks with fills on both sides of the boat. The fresh water and holding tanks are polyethylene.Fuel: 360 gallons in (2) 180 gallon aluminum tanksPort and starboard fuel fillsFresh water: 100 gallons in a polyethylene tankHolding: 40 gallons in a polyethylene tankVacuFlush toiletELECTRICAL SYSTEMKohler 8EOZD 8 kW diesel generator beneath the cockpit – 850 HoursHouse, generator and engine batteries replaced – 2023AC and DC distribution panels in the salonProtech 4 battery charger50A shore power with cable masterLED lighting throughout the interiorAUDIO/VISUAL AND ENTERTAINMENT EQUIPMENTBose surround sound system throughout the boatSpeakers in the cabins, cockpit and flybridgeUpgraded LCD flat screen TV in the salonSAFETY EQUIPMENTSea-Fire automatic fire suppression system with engine shutdownBilge high water alarmsACR bow mounted searchlight and floodlightCarbon monoxide detectors(6) USCG life jackets and (1) throwableFire extinguishers and flaresUSCG regulatory placards in placeTENDERWalker Bay 10' inflatable tenderYamaha 15 HP 2 stroke outboard

BROKER’S COMMENTSDiesel powered 38 Convertibles with fewer than 1,000 hours are not easy to find, and Sea to Sea backs up her Caterpillars with an interior that has been refreshed well beyond the factory finish. With two private staterooms, a full galley, reverse cycle air and a hardtop flybridge with full canvas, she is set up equally well for weekends, longer New England cruises or a season living aboard.Diesel power, the less common choice on the 38 ConvertibleAbove average condition for her yearLying in Essex, CT, a short run down the Connecticut River to Long Island SoundREVIEWS“Her interior layout is one of the best I have seen on a small convertible.” Yachting, Jay Coyle (2007)“I exercised her offshore and found her comfortable and dry in the 3-foot seas. She was responsive, and the Cats delivered power without complaint.” Yachting, Jay Coyle (2007)“The guest stateroom, to port, is surprisingly spacious, considering part of it is tucked away under the saloon floor.” boats.com, Tom Thompson (2002)“Whether you’re looking for a weekend cruiser or a fishing machine, Silverton’s new 38 Convertible offers a lot of big boat features in an attractively priced right-size package.” boats.com, Tom Thompson (2002)

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