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Nissen 38 - Classic lines and top performance

159.000 €
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The Nissen 38 One Off, built by MP Werft, embodies classic yacht building at the highest level. Timeless lines, balanced construction, and uncompromising craftsmanship combine to create a cruising yacht of lasting quality and enduring value.

The hull, deck, and interior fittings are the result of careful material selection and precise workmanship. Every design decision is made with the aim of ensuring substance, safety, and durability in the long term. The shipyard stands for yacht building that is not focused on short-term effects, but on long-term value retention.

Nissen 38 – A yacht with clear origins, a refined presence, and technical integrity – created for discerning owners who recognize and preserve quality.

The Varuna is more than just a sailboat—it is the promise of unique moments. Here, classic elegance meets the performance of modern sailing yachts. Whether at the dock, under sail, or anchored in the bay, the Varuna attracts attention. The painted hull and superstructure, high-quality teak deck, shiny railings, winches, sheets, and the extravagant steering wheel from Luffe Yachts Denmark always promise a perfect appearance. And the interior – boatbuilding with passion and perfection in wood and high-quality Alcantara.

The molded construction of cedar and mahogany makes the Nissen 38 particularly stable, light, and watertight. Together with the high-quality rig from Reckmann, the powerful cruising sails from UK Sailmakers, which are as good as new, as well as the high-quality sheets, halyards, and custom-made backstays with Dyna One, the Varuna has sailing characteristics that are almost reminiscent of the legendary Performance Cruiser x99.

Equipped with high-quality technical features, the Nissen 38 offers everything a modern cruising yacht needs for longer and more demanding voyages. Perfectly coordinated and visually harmonious, it blends seamlessly into the classic image of a sailing yacht.

This makes every Nissen special and the „Varuna“ unique.

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Boat categorySailboats
SailboatsSailing yacht
Manufacturer nameNissen
Boat builderMatthias Paulsen Yacht and Boat Yard GmbH
DesignerGeorg Nissen
ModelNissen 38
Boat nameVaruna
Model Year1990
First watering1990
Saltwater drivenYes
Introductory year1990
Last refit year2026
CockpitAft
Rudder1 steering wheel
Control systemHydraulic
CE Design categoryA (high seas)
Registration
HarborBremerhaven
FlagGermany
PurposePrivate
Total length LOA (in m)11,40
Maximum width (in m)3,30
Draught (in m)1,85
Displacement (in kg)6700
Boat identification number254
ColorBrown
Color DescriptionNatural wood clear lacquered
MaterialWood
Hull typeDisplacer
KeelFixed keel
TypeInboard
ManufacturerNanni
Manufacturer CountryFrance
Model4,190HE
Power in hp42
FuelDiesel
Year of construction1990
Last engine maintenance2025
Hours1850
To the date19.12.2025
Cylinder quantity4
Tact4
Displacement (ccm)1990
Weight250
CoolingTwo-circuit cooling
StarterElectric
Motor quantity1
Motors Total power in hp42
Main motor typeInboard
Main engine fuelDiesel
Main engine manufacturerNanni
Drive formSaildrive
Drive infoNanni Diesel NSD-01 - Gearbox, cuff new in 2023 - Radiator system cleaned 2026
Propeller
TypeFolding propeller
MaterialBronze
Wings Quantity3
InfoNew propeller in 2023
Cruising speed
Speed7
Consumption2
Stern thrustertrue
Motor controlSingle lever
Fresh water
Total liters100
Quantity1
MaterialStainless steel
InfoNew in 2023
Waste water
MaterialStainless steel
Fuel
Fuel gaugeYes
Total liters100
Quantity1
MaterialStainless steel
Standing height1,95
Total cabins2
PositionBug
TypeOwner
InfoBow cabin - Wooden floor - V-berth - LED reading lights - Deck hatch
PositionAft
TypeOther
InfoSaloon - wooden floor - saloon table with interior bar compartment - folding sides - upholstered benches newly covered with Alcantara - LED lighting - chart table - galley
Total berths5
Bunk typeDouble bed
Quantity1
InfoV-berth - dimensions: head end approx. 70cm / length approx. 200cm / foot end approx. 180cm
Bunk typeSalon
Quantity2
InfoSingle berth - dimensions: approx. 210cm x 60cm
Bunk typeOther
InfoDog bunk - dimensions: approx. 200cm x 60cm
WC Total1
WC typeHand pump
WC InfoJabsco toilet new in 2023
Showers1
Heating
TypeDiesel heating
DescriptionAutotherm 7kW, new in 2023
RefrigeratorsYes
TypeElectric
PositionInside
InfoWaeco
HobsYes
TypeGas
Quantity3
InfoOptimus
OvensYes
TypeGas
InfoOptimus
SinkStainless steel double bowl sink
AutopilotNexus NX2
Automatic control systemNexus NX2
VHF (radio)Garmin
GPSFuruno GP-31
Chart plotterB&G V7
CompassC. Plath
Echo sounderB&G Triton
Speed displayB&G Triton
Wind measuring systemB&G Triton
AISGarmin
Position lampsYes
Rev counterYes
BatteryBattery monitor from Renogy
Starter battery Quantity1
Ah90
InfoVarta
Consumer battery Quantity2
Ah230
InfoVarta
Battery chargerVictron blue smart automatic charger new in 2023
Battery main switchYes
Shore connection 220VYes
12V connectionYes
Operating hours counterYes
SearchlightYes
Underw. coatingComplete underwater hull to be rebuilt in 2023 with Hempel's
Pressurized water systemNew water pump in 2024
Hot water systemIsotemp
Deck lightingYes
Anchor chainStainless steel chain
Anchor winch positionBug
Anchor harness info M-anchor 15kg stainless steel
Deck showersYes
PositionTail
Hot waterYes
Swimming ladderYes
PulpitStainless steel
Rear basketStainless steel
Sea railingRope railing
Rear railingYes
Teak deckYes
Teak cockpitYes
Cockpit tableYes
LayoutOutside steering position
Boat hookYes
FenderYes
Mooring ropesYes
DescriptionNew hatches
DescriptionLines and ropes new
DescriptionWindows and hatches made of ESG safety glass
SprayhoodYes
Full tarpaulinYes
Cockpit tarpaulinYes
Sail coverYes
Bilge pumpElectric
Bilge pump infoAdditional hand pump
Fire extinguisherYes
Life raftYes
Life jacketsYes
MOB systemYes
Current gas testYes
Emergency tillerYes
FoghornYes
Rig typeSlup
Number of masts1
Mast
MaterialAluminum
Height16
InfoComplete rig from Reckmann Germany
Tree
MaterialAluminum
Lazy JacksYes
TravelerYes
InfoLazy jack preparation in the mast
Mainsail
SlattedYes
Info / AgeUK XDrive Silver new in 2023 in mint condition
Jib
Jib furling systemYes
Info / AgeNorth Sails from approx. 2020 + older replacement
Genoa
Genoa furling systemYes
Info / AgeUsed from 1995, good sailability
GennakerAs good as new, little used from 1995 with recovery hose
SpinnakerYes
TypeManual
Quantity6
Winch infoAndersen

Overview

ID 10328
Condition
good, well maintained
Defects
none
Manufacturer
Nissen
Model
Nissen 38
Year of construction
1990
Length (m)
11,40
Width (m)
3,30
Draught (m)
1,85
Motor manufacturer
Nanni
Drive form
Saildrive
Total PS
42
Fuel
Diesel

Location

Vendor
Private
Location
Bremerhaven
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