1996 Fairline Targa 38 for sale in Caernarfon, Gwynedd, United Kingdom
Caernarfon, Gwynedd, United Kingdom, United Kingdom199611.6m
Asking PriceBroker
$79,950 GBP
+5 moreMakeFairline
ModelTarga 38
Year1996
Length11.6m3.5m beam
FuelDiesel636L tank
Cabins22 berths
Overview
About this vessel
The Fairline Targa 38 is a standout from Fairline's golden era, blending classic styling with excellent offshore performance. Designed on Bernard Olesinski's proven deep-V hull, it delivers a confident ride in varied conditions. Offering a sociable cockpit and practical accommodation, it suits day boating or extended cruising.
The Fairline Targa 38 is widely regarded as one of the finest sports cruisers of the 1990s, combining timeless styling, exceptional build quality and outstanding offshore performance. Designed on Bernard Olesinski's renowned deep-V hull, the Targa 38 remains a benchmark for comfortable, capable cruising and is as desirable today as when first launched.
Impulse is a particularly appealing example, benefitting from twin Volvo Penta KAD44 260hp diesel engines and Duoprop outdrives, both replaced in 2005. With approximately 800 hours recorded and regular servicing by Dickies Marine, including engine and drive servicing completed in February 2025, she offers an excellent blend of performance, reliability and value.
The spacious cockpit is designed for entertaining, featuring generous wraparound seating, a wet bar, comfortable helm position and a large sunbed area. Below decks, the accommodation is bright and inviting, sleeping up to six guests in two separate cabins plus a convertible saloon. The forward owner's cabin offers a centreline double berth, whilst the versatile mid-cabin can be configured as either a double or twin. A well-equipped galley, separate shower compartment and diesel heating make her equally suited to weekends away or extended cruising.
Additional features include bow thruster, generator, diesel heating, trim tabs, recently replaced batteries, shore power system and extensive storage throughout. Cruising comfortably at around 25 knots and capable of approximately 32 knots, the Targa 38 continues to deliver the exhilarating performance for which Fairline became famous.
With her striking colour scheme, upgraded machinery and excellent presentation, Impulse represents a rare opportunity to acquire one of Fairline's most enduring and respected sports cruisers.
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Specifications
The details
Vessel
MakeFairline
ModelTarga 38
Year1996
Dimensions
Length overall11.6m
Beam3.5m
Draft0.9m
Accommodation
Cabins2
Berths2
Heads1
Engine & Fuel
Engine makeVolvo Penta
Engine modelKAD44
Drive typeStern Drive
Engine hours800
Fuel typeDiesel
Fuel tankage636L
Features
On board
Twin Volvo Penta KAD44 diesel engines
Volvo Penta Duoprop outdrives
Bow thruster
Generator
Diesel heating
Trim tabs
Recently replaced batteries
Shore power system
Raymarine R80C chartplotter/GPS/radar
Raymarine autopilot
Autohelm Tridata speed/depth
Compass
Simrad RD82 DSC/VHF radio
Electric windlass
Teak-laid extended bathing platform
Wet bar
Full camper canvas and tonneau covers
Manual and electric bilge pumps
Navigation lights
TV aerial
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