About This Vessel
This 2002 Mainship 390, measures 39 ft, and is located in Sneads Ferry, North Carolina, powered by Caterpillar 3126 350.00HP.
Dream Looper combines classic Mainship trawler styling with comfortable accommodations and practical features for extended cruising. Powered by a single Caterpillar 3126 350 hp diesel and equipped with a Side-Power bow thruster, she offers two staterooms, a welcoming salon, a well-equipped galley, and a spacious enclosed flybridge.Whether your plans include the Great Loop, coastal exploring, or weekends aboard, Dream Looper provides inviting spaces to relax and entertain. Walk-around decks, molded flybridge stairs, and a lower helm with direct side-deck access make moving around the boat convenient. Recent maintenance includes bottom paint and replacement zincs in August 2026, new house and starting batteries in June 2026, and an engine and generator oil changed in September 2025. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is
Mainship 390 Vessel Walkthrough
Board from the broad fiberglass swim platform through the centerline transom door into the covered cockpit. Here, a custom storage box doubles as cushioned seating, while molded stairs with a stainless steel handrail lead to the flybridge. Side decks provide access to the foredeck, and a large screened sliding door opens into the salon.Inside, warm wood finishes and a teak-and-holly sole create a welcoming living space. The lower helm sits forward to starboard beside a sliding side-deck door. The galley keeps meal preparation close to the main living area, with the two staterooms and head forward.
Mainship 390 Salon & Dining
The salon is arranged for everyday comfort, with a futon-style sofa that converts to a full berth and the original adjustable Mainship high/low table. Opening screened windows, an opening center windshield, and the screened cockpit doorway provide natural ventilation.A 32-inch Roku smart television, Kenwood Bluetooth stereo, and new salon curtains complement the space. Two-zone air conditioning with reverse-cycle heat adds comfort throughout the seasons.
Mainship 390 Galley
Equipped for extended stays aboard, the galley features Corian countertops, generous cabinetry, and additional custom storage behind the television. A Nova Kool AC/DC refrigerator and freezer, replaced in June 2024, provides convenient cold storage.Galley highlights include:Three-burner Princess electric stove and ovenSunbeam microwaveBuilt-in Black & Decker coffee makerStainless steel sink with hot and cold pressure waterNew faucet with sprayerDedicated plate and bowl storage
Mainship 390 Accommodations
The forward owner’s stateroom features an island queen berth with drawers and storage below, cedar-lined hanging lockers, bedside outlets, and reading lights. An overhead hatch and two portlights bring in natural light and ventilation.The guest stateroom to port features twin berths, a cedar-lined hanging locker, reading light, and under-berth storage. An opening hatch and port light, keep the space bright and airy. With the salon’s convertible sofa, Dream Looper offers sleeping space for up to six.
Mainship 390 Head & Shower
The molded fiberglass head is designed for easy cleaning and includes a vanity with storage, a mirrored medicine cabinet, and a separate shower with a seat. Additional storage can be found in the shower. An opening hatch and portlight provide ventilation. The Jabsco electric raw-water toilet with macerator was replaced in January 2024.
Mainship 390 Flybridge & Helm
The spacious flybridge is a natural gathering place, offering panoramic views, a double-width helm seat, port and starboard bench seating, and a folding centerline table. A hunter-green Sunbrella enclosure with zip-out clear panels provides shelter and flexible ventilation.The upper helm includes engine instrumentation, bow thruster and windlass controls, trim tab controls, and navigation electronics. A rail-mounted Magma grill adds an outdoor cooking option, while a flybridge crane makes lifting supplies aboard the upper deck more convenient.Navigation equipment aboard includes:Raymarine radar and HybridTouch chartplotterRaymarine EV100 autopilotAdditional 9-inch Garmin multifunction displayVHF radioRemote-controlled forward spotlight
Mainship 390 Lower Helm & Navigation
The lower helm provides an indoor operating station with direct access to the starboard side deck—a useful feature when handling lines or docking. Equipment includes engine controls and gauges, a compass, Icom VHF, bow thruster controls, windlass controls, and trim tab controls.
Mainship 390 Cockpit, Deck & Anchor
The covered cockpit offers cushioned seating, transom storage, overhead rod storage, and access to the lazarette, generator, and water tanks. A transom shower and swim ladder add convenience after time on the water.Walk-around nonskid decks, high bulwarks, and stainless steel rails provide access forward. With no exterior brightwork to varnish, the exterior is designed for straightforward upkeep.Deck equipment includes:Lewmar electric windlass with controls at both helms and the foredeckPlow-style anchor with 300 feet of chainAdditional Fortress anchorBow freshwater and saltwater washdownsWeaver davits and two outboard bracketsWindshield coversStorage bow with additional seatingFolding boat deck chairFenders and dock lines
Mainship 390 Engine & Mechanical Systems
Dream Looper is powered by a single Caterpillar 3126 350 hp diesel paired with a ZF transmission. Her keel offers added protection for the running gear, while a Side-Power bow thruster assists with close-quarters maneuvering.The information sheet reports approximately 2,901 engine hours and cruising speeds in the 7–10 knot range. Supporting equipment includes Racor fuel filtration, an XChangeR oil-change system, and a Tides dripless shaft seal with a spare seal in its carrier.
Mainship 390 Electrical & Onboard Comfort
A Kohler 8 kW generator, with approximately 891 reported hours, supports onboard electrical needs away from shore power. Twin 30-amp shore-power connections and forward and aft inlets provide flexibility at the dock.Additional features include:12V DC and 110V AC electrical systemsNew Duracell house and starting batteries, June 2026ProTech 1240iPlus battery chargerSalon inverterTwo-zone air conditioning with reverse-cycle heatSix-gallon electric water heaterLED cabin lighting and interior/exterior courtesy lights
Mainship 390 Recent Maintenance & Updates
August 2026: Bottom paint and zinc replacementAugust 2026: New fresh water pump replacedJune 2026: House and starting batteries replacedSeptember 2025: Engine and generator oil changedJuly 2024: Forward and aft bilge pumps replacedJune 2024: Nova Kool refrigerator/freezer replacedJune 2024: New Rule shower sump replacedFebruary 2024: New Sunbrella chair rail skirt installedJanuary 2024: Engine and generator raw-water pump and impeller workJanuary 2024: Tides dripless shaft seal replaced, with spare in carrierJanuary 2024: Jabsco electric toilet with macerator replacedJuly 2023: Upper-station engine controls and cabling replaced
Mainship 390 Safety Equipment
Safety equipment includes a Sea-Fire Halon 1301 engine-room fire-suppression system, Sea-Fire engine shutdown system, fire extinguishers, carbon monoxide and smoke detectors, dual horns, a flybridge Life Sling, and life jackets. Forward, midship, and aft bilge pumps are supplemented by a high-water bilge pump.
Mainship 390 Equipment
S/S Magma grill mounted on flybridge railTwo outboard brackets on flybridgeWeaver davits off swim platformBow fresh and salt water washdownTransom showerPlow style anchor with 300 feet of chainAdditional Fortress stern anchor mounted on bow in carrierFenders, dock lines, life jackets, fire extinguishersColor matched windshield coversSt. Croix crane (makes lifting items to flybridge a breeze!)Custom built cold molded fiberglass storage box in cockpit with seatingOverhead rod storage in cockpitColor matched Sunbrella chair rail skirt for additional safetyTwo folding boat deck chairsOriginal Mainship manuals and additional literature