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The Catalina 380, introduced in 1997, remains a highly sought-after mid-sized cruiser due to its substantial 19,500-pound displacement, efficient interior layout, and offshore capability.6:17 Designed by Jerry Douglas, the vessel features a solid fibreglass hull with an independent bonded grid, a walk-through transom, and a choice between dual aft cabins or a single aft stateroom.3:53 Standard equipment includes an Edson steering station, Westerbeke 42-horsepower diesel engine, and Maxwell windlass.2:14 The boat’s popularity often leads to rapid sales on the secondary market, frequently within days of listing.6:56 Prospective buyers should account for the age of the vessel, which often complicates financing and necessitates potential standing rigging replacement costs exceeding $10,000.10:14 Additionally, the hull construction utilises cavity-filling foam that requires inspection for waterlogging after two decades.10:25 While the 380 offers significant volume and performance for its size, it lacks the aesthetic flair of some contemporary production cruisers, leading some to characterise its design as utilitarian.12:06

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