2010 Bavaria Sport 38
Twin Volvo Penta 5.7L GXI V8s | Approx. 290 Hours | Extensive Recent Upgrades
Exclusively Listed with Luxury Boat Sales QLD
Luxury Boat Sales QLD is proud to present this beautifully appointed 2010 Bavaria Sport 38, an impressive European sports cruiser combining performance, generous accommodation and exceptional entertaining space in a highly manageable 38-foot package.
Powered by twin Volvo Penta 5.7L GXI fuel-injected V8 petrol engines coupled to Volvo Penta DuoProp sterndrives, this vessel has travelled only approximately 290 hours. Importantly, she has recently undergone an extensive program of mechanical, driveline and preventative maintenance, including major works to the engines, sterndrives and transom assemblies.
The Bavaria Sport 38 is renowned for making excellent use of its footprint. With two private cabins, a spacious lower saloon and galley, generous cockpit entertaining areas, forward sun pad and large aft sun lounge, she offers the volume and functionality normally expected from a considerably larger sports cruiser.
Presented with new Raymarine electronics, updated upholstery, tender, two refrigerators and a comprehensive package of covers and clears, this is a well-equipped example ready for her next owner.
Key Features
- Twin Volvo Penta 5.7L GXI 320HP V8 petrol engines
- Approximately 290 engine hours
- Volvo Penta DuoProp sterndrives
- New Raymarine electronics
- Bow and stern thrusters
- Two private cabins
- Generous forward master cabin
- Spacious mid/aft guest cabin
- Large lower saloon and dining area
- Fully equipped galley
- Two refrigerators
- Electric cooktop
- Separate bathroom with electric toilet and shower
- Hot and cold pressurised water
- Re-upholstered interior
- TV and stereo system
- Large cockpit entertaining area
- Cockpit wet bar
- Large aft sun lounge
- Forward sun pad
- Large swim platform
- Tender included
- Full covers and clears
- Breezeway-style mesh covers
- Electric anchor windlass
- Shore power and battery charging
- Underwater lighting
- Generous storage throughout
Extensive Recent Mechanical Works
A significant feature of this Bavaria is the level of recent expenditure undertaken on her mechanical and driveline systems.
Both engines and sterndrives were removed during a comprehensive program of works, including removal and replacement of the transom shields and associated driveline components.
Major works and replacement components include:
- Two new complete Volvo Penta transom shields
- New universal joint and input shaft assemblies to both drives
- New F3 propeller kits
- New exhaust manifold bull-horn kits
- New exhaust manifold O-ring kits
- New anode kits
- New shift cables
- Engines removed, refitted and correctly aligned
- Sterndrives removed, serviced and refitted
- Hydraulic steering system checked and bled
- Driveline and gear-shift operation checked
The two complete transom shields alone represented more than $21,000 in parts, before the associated driveline components and mechanical labour.
Recent Engine & Sterndrive Servicing
Both Volvo Penta 5.7L V8 engines have also received comprehensive annual servicing, including engine oil and filters, primary and secondary fuel filters, water separators, raw-water pump impellers, cooling-system inspections, belt and hose checks, battery testing, electrical inspections and operational testing.
Both sterndrives were serviced with gear oil replacement, water-intake cleaning, anode replacement, inspection of universal, shift and exhaust bellows, engine-alignment checks and lubrication of the associated driveline components. The service also included 16 new spark plugs.
Further mechanical works completed in 2026 included:
- Replacement starboard seawater pump
- Two new marine cranking batteries
- Two new house batteries
Additional Recent Maintenance & Upgrades
The recent maintenance program extends well beyond the engine room and includes:
- Sterndrives professionally prepared and antifouled
- Propspeed applied to all four propellers
- Propspeed applied to both trim tabs
- Hull professionally prepared and antifouled
- Topsides machine cut, polished and waxed
- Teak cleaned and brightened
- Stainless steel polished
- Underwater lighting upgrade
- Underwater-light wiring renewed with inline circuit protection
Accommodation
Stepping below deck, the Bavaria Sport 38 immediately demonstrates why these vessels are so highly regarded for their internal volume.
The layout incorporates two separate cabins, providing genuine accommodation for family and guests. The forward master cabin is complemented by a spacious mid/aft guest cabin, while the central saloon provides a comfortable area for dining or relaxing.
A well-appointed galley provides refrigeration, cooking facilities, storage and hot and cold water, while the separate bathroom incorporates an electric toilet and shower.
The updated interior upholstery gives the accommodation a fresh and inviting feel, making the vessel equally suited to weekends away, extended cruising or simply entertaining on the water.
Cockpit & Entertaining
Above deck, the Sport 38 provides an excellent entertaining layout.
A generous cockpit seating arrangement is complemented by a wet bar and refrigerator, while the large aft sun lounge creates a fantastic space for relaxing at anchor. Forward, an additional bow sun pad provides another dedicated lounging area.
The substantial swim platform provides easy access to the water and excellent space for handling the included tender.
With full covers, clears and additional Breezeway-style mesh covers, the cockpit can be enclosed or opened depending on conditions, making the boat particularly well suited to Queensland's year-round boating lifestyle.
Vessel Specifications
Make: Bavaria
Model: Sport 38
Year: 2010
Construction: Fibreglass / GRP
Length: Approx. 11.8m / 38.8ft
Beam: Approx. 3.99m
Draft: Approx. 1.05m
Engines: Twin Volvo Penta 5.7L GXI 320HP V8 petrol
Engine Hours: Approx. 290 hours
Drive: Volvo Penta DuoProp sterndrives
Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel Capacity: Approx. 720L
Fresh Water Capacity: Approx. 250L
Holding Tank: Approx. 80L
Accommodation: Two cabins
Bathroom: Separate toilet and shower
Refrigeration: Two refrigerators
A Standout Bavaria Sport 38
This 2010 Bavaria Sport 38 represents an excellent opportunity for buyers seeking a spacious European sports cruiser with the accommodation and entertaining capacity of a larger vessel without the additional size and running costs.
What particularly separates this example is the extent of the recent expenditure. Major areas that can represent significant future costs in a sterndrive sports cruiser have already received considerable attention, including the transom shields, driveline assemblies, sterndrives, exhaust components, cooling systems, batteries, underwater gear and annual servicing.
Combine this with approximately 290 engine hours, new Raymarine electronics, two refrigerators, tender, extensive covers and clears, updated upholstery and excellent indoor/outdoor entertaining spaces, and this Bavaria presents as a compelling package for family cruising and weekends on the water.
For further information or to arrange a private inspection, please contact Luxury Boat Sales QLD today. Inspection will not disappoint.
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