S/V Carpe Vinum — a 1997 Hunter 376 located in Madeira Beach, Florida, for sale by broker. Responses to inquiries may come from a broker who is representing the owner as a fiduciary.
The Hunter 376 offers an extra-large cockpit with a sugar-scoop platform at the stern, perfect for day sailing or long-term cruising. It features updated electronics, air conditioning, solar, lithium house batteries, a windlass, and a spacious master aft cabin. It has a Yanmar 3GM30 diesel, great for going down island.
Carpe Vinum is a 1997 37′ Hunter 376 fractional sloop featuring a B&R rig. Cruising World Magazine awarded the 376 the best value cruiser in 1997. She offers a Yanmar 36 HP auxiliary and updated Garmin electronics.
Features
- 1997 Hunter 376, fractional B&R rig (Cruising World 1997 Best Value Cruiser)
- Yanmar 36 HP inboard diesel
- Shoal wing keel — ~5.00 ft draft for shallow-water access
- Updated Garmin electronics
- Walk-through transom with sugar-scoop swim platform
- Solar and lithium house batteries
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Specifications
| Name | S/V Carpe Vinum |
| Make | Hunter |
| Model | 376 |
| Year | 1997 |
| Type | Monohull Sailboat |
| Builder | Hunter |
| Construction | Fiberglass |
| Cabins | 2 |
| Heads | 1 |
| Galley | Starboard aft in the salon |
Dimensions
| Loa | 38ft / 11.58m |
| Lwl | 32ft / 9.75m |
| Beam | 12ft 6in / 3.81m |
| Headroom | 6 ft 4 in |
| Draft | 5ft 0in / 1.52m |
| Mast Height | 60ft 1in |
Tankage
| Fuel Tanks | 35 gallons |
| Water Tanks | 75 gallons |
| Holding Tanks | 35 |
Performance
| Engines | 34HP Yanmar 3GM30 |
| Displacement | 15000 lbs |
| Sails | Fully battened large mainsail Smaller genoa headsail for easier handling |
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Inventory
Vessel Summary
- Carpe Vinum — 1997 Hunter 376, 37.25 ft LOA, fractional sloop with B R rig
- Cruising World 1997 Best Value Cruiser
Dimensions and Construction
- LOA 37.25 ft (≈ 11.35 m)
- LWL 32.00 ft (≈ 9.75 m)
- Beam 12.58 ft (≈ 3.83 m)
- Draft 5.00 ft (standard wing keel, shoal)
- Displacement 15,000 lb (≈ 6,804 kg)
- Ballast 5,400 lb lead (≈ 2,449 kg)
- Hull type: Monohull, fiberglass construction
- Hull speed 7.58 knots (theoretical)
Keel and Underwater Gear
- Shoal wing keel for shallow-water flexibility
- Draft ~5.00 ft with wing keel
Rigging and Sails
- Fractional B R rig with swept-back spreaders (no traditional backstay)
- Fully battened mainsail
- Mainsail stack pack (lazy jack / stack pack)
- Roller furling headsail / genoa (roller furler)
- Generous mainsail with smaller genoa for manageable sail plan
- All sail controls led aft to the cockpit for ease of handling
Deck and Cockpit Equipment
- Comfortable, roomy cockpit designed for ease of handling
- Wheel steering station
- Walk-through transom with swim platform
- All sail controls led to cockpit for shorthanded sailing
- Multiple opening hatches and ports
- Wrap-around deck skylight providing natural light
Engine and Propulsion
- Yanmar inboard diesel engine, 36 HP
- Inboard propulsion for marina maneuvering and motoring in light wind
Electronics and Navigation
- Updated Garmin electronics (model not specified)
Tankage and Systems
- Fuel capacity ~35 gallons
- Fresh water capacity ~75 gallons
Interior and Accommodations
- Two private staterooms: forward V-berth and aft cabin
- Salon / dining area convertible to additional berths
- Comfortable settees and seating for living aboard
- Fine woodwork, shelving, and storage throughout cabin
Galley and Appliances
- L-shaped galley layout
- Corian countertop
- Three-burner propane stove with oven
- Stainless sinks
- Well-insulated refrigerator
- Microwave
Head and Sanitation
- Fully enclosed head
- Separate shower stall
Comfort and Ventilation
- Multiple opening hatches, ports, and skylight for light and airflow
- Interior arranged for comfortable liveaboard use
Performance and Handling
- Reasonably fast for a cruiser; sails well to wind and points decently
- Designed for manageable shorthanded or solo sailing
Miscellaneous
- Listing MLS by Yachtr.com
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