Sydney Yachts 38 "Risk"

Sydney 38 One Design – "RISK" | $85,000 AUD

Location: Bosuns Locker Brokerage, Southport Yacht Club Marina, Gold Coast, QLD
Designer: Murray, Burns & Dovell | Builder: Sydney Yachts
LOA: 11.74 m | Beam: 3.75 m | Draft: 2.65 m | Engine: 2019 Yanmar, ~330 hrs
Launch Year: 2000 | Hull: Composite

A Well-Presented and Proven Sydney 38

"RISK" is a strong example of the iconic Sydney 38 One Design — a performance-oriented racer-cruiser that continues to be one of the most rewarding platforms for both club racing and offshore events.

With a solid maintenance history, thoughtful upgrades, and an excellent sail inventory, RISK is turn-key and ready for her next chapter. She’s been kept in very good condition for her age, and offers a competitive, capable entry into the one-design or IRC fleet, with enough comfort for twilight sailing and weekend cruising.

At $85,000, she represents excellent value for anyone looking to step into a well-sorted Sydney 38.

Key Features:

• ✅ 2019 Yanmar 30HP engine (approx. 330 hours)

• ✅ New standing rigging in 2017

• ✅ Major deck gear refit in 2016

• ✅ Clean and functional interior with refreshed varnish

• ✅ Extensive sail wardrobe including Hood and North sails

• ✅ 4th place at 2020 Sydney 38 OD Nationals

• ✅ New B&G plotter (2023) + 3 x mast-mounted 20/20s

• ✅ Regularly dived and cleaned

Performance & Versatility

The Sydney 38 One Design is widely respected for its balance, responsiveness, and competitiveness. Designed by Murray, Burns & Dovell, these boats reward good sailing and crew work, offering exhilarating racing without sacrificing structural integrity or offshore capability.

"RISK" has a proven race record, with the gear and inventory to continue competing — but is also well-suited to owners who want a fast, rewarding yacht for twilight races or passage sailing.

Equipment & Inventory Summary:

• Engine: Yanmar 30HP diesel (2019) | Approx. 330 hours | Folding 2-blade prop

• Rig: Whalespar alloy rig | Carbon and alloy spin poles | Standing rigging (2017)

• Sails:

  • Hood Main, No.1 Light/Med/Heavy, No.4

  • North No.1 Light, Offshore Kevlar Main, Jib Top

  • 6 Spinnakers (Masthead & Fractional)

• Electronics: B&G 2000 system, 3 x 20/20 mast displays, new B&G plotter (2023)

• Accommodation: Sleeps 8 | L-shaped settee | Nav station | Long bench galley | Cockpit shower

• Water/Fuel: 2 x 100L water bladders | 100L fuel tank

• Safety Gear: EPIRB, 8 lifejackets, Cat 7 with many Cat 4 inclusions

• Covers: New deck cover (2021)

Inspections Welcome

Located at Southport Yacht Club Marina and available for inspection by appointment.  For more info or to arrange a viewing call Helen on 0480 634 685.

Broker’s Comment:
“RISK is a well-maintained and performance-proven Sydney 38. With quality upgrades and a strong inventory, she’s ready to race, cruise, or both — a smart buy at this price point.”

DISCLAIMER: Bosuns Locker offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. As the vessel is sold “As Is Where Is” Bosuns Locker highly recommends that every potential purchaser inspect or arrange a surveyor or representative on their behalf to inspect the vessel prior to making an offer.