Fountain Express Cruiser 38 Express Cruiser

Overview

This 2009 Fountain 38 Express Cruiser is powered by twin Cummins 4.2L QSD diesel engines. The vessel features a Generation III twin-step positive lift hull and includes a 2018 Venture Aluminum triaxle trailer. It has been maintained with annual synthetic oil changes and received significant mechanical and electronic updates between 2020 and 2025.

Key Features

Engines: Twin Cummins QSD 4.2L Diesels 350 HP with Mercury SmartCraft gauges
Port: 876 hours
Starbord: 845 hours
Drives: Mercury Bravo 3 XR Duo-Prop drives
Hull: Generation III twin-step positive lift design
Trailer: 2018 Venture triple axle bunk trailer GVWR 20,045lbs (18,025lbs max boat weight)
Navigation: Garmin 8610 10” Chart plotter with radar (New 2020)
Audio: Fusion stereo system (New 2020)
Generator: Kohler 6KW diesel generator
AC/Heat: Air conditioning and heat 120V for both cabin and cockpit
Steering: Latham high-performance power assist hydraulic system with dual pumps
Underwater Lighting: Transom mounted underwater LED lights

Service History & Updates
2025: New propellers installed; includes additional spare set for different gear ratio
2024: Replacement of gimbal bearings and shift cables
2023: Selective interior seating re-upholstered
2022: Replacement of rear engine mounts, hoses, drive couplings, and all raw water lines
2020: Outdrives overhauled
2020: Installation of Garmin 8610 plotter/radar and Fusion stereo
Annual: All engine and outdrive oil changed with synthetic oil

Accommodations
Forward Cabin: Large v-berth mattress with comforter, dresser, and cedar-lined hanging locker
Aft Cabin: Double-size berth, cedar-lined locker, and LED reading lights
Salon: Sofa with storage, 26" LCD TV, and dark cherry wood trim
Head: Enclosed fiberglass head with shower, exhaust fan, and VacuFlush marine toilet

Galley
Countertops: Corian with polished stainless sink and chrome faucet
Appliances: Microwave, refrigerator/freezer, and single-burner glass-top electric stove
Storage: Dedicated dish, silverware, and pantry lockers

Engines & Mechanical
Performance: 40 mph cruise (3100RPM) at 26 gph average fully loaded 1.5 miles per gallon, top speed 48mph
Mercury VesselView: Two VesselView Smartcraft digital screens for engine, speed, and fuel data
Fuel Systems: Baffled heavy-duty 3/16" aluminum tanks (foamed and glassed in) with 296-gal total capacity
Trim Tabs: Heavy-duty hydraulic offshore performance tabs with mechanical indicators
FireBoy Fire Suppression System: Automatic engine room fire extinguishing system with diesel engine shutdown

Deck & Exterior
Cockpit: U-shaped lounge seating with removable table and carpet
Wet Bar: Cockpit sink with faucet and storage
Anchor System: Polished stainless steel anchor, windlass, and 150’ G4 galvanized chain
Swim Platform: Integrated platform with transom walk-through door and hot/cold shower

Specifications
LOA: 38’ / 11.58 m
Beam: 10’ 6" / 3.2 m
Dry Weight: 13,500 lbs / 6,179 kgs
Fuel Capacity: 270 gallons
Freshwater Capacity: 50 gallons / 189 L
Holding Tank: 11 gallons / 42 L
Cabin Headroom: 6’4" / 1.93 m
Draft (Drives Down): 3’2” / .97 m