2001 Leopard 38 (BVI)

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$179,000 (USD) Virgin Gorda, Virgin Islands (British) (BVI)

S/V Mysterium 2 is a Virgin Gorda, Virgin Islands (British) based 2001 Leopard 38 For Sale By Broker. Responses to inquiries may come from a broker who is representing the owner as a fiduciary. This owner requires financial settlement only. No trades.

Mysterium 2 is a highly upgraded 2001 Leopard 38 Owner’s Version catamaran designed for comfortable, self-sufficient cruising. Known for its solid construction, excellent sailing performance, and exceptional visibility from the raised helm, the Leopard 38 remains one of the most respected cruising catamarans of its era.

This two-owner vessel has benefited from extensive upgrades focused on off-grid living and long-range cruising. The electrical and water systems have been modernized to allow operation independently from shore power and marina services for extended periods.

Powered by twin diesel engines with low hours, Mysterium 2 features the simplicity and reliability of shaft-drive propulsion, a preferred configuration among many experienced cruisers. Other notable upgrades enhance her cruising capability and ease of handling.

Accommodations include three cabins, two heads, a spacious galley-up salon, and comfortable living spaces designed for extended time aboard. Whether you’re seeking a capable Caribbean cruiser, a liveaboard platform, or an offshore adventure boat, Mysterium 2 offers an exceptional combination of proven design, modern upgrades, and cruising independence.

Currently located at Virgin Gorda Yacht Harbour and ready for her next owners’ adventures.

Features

  • 1,200W solar
  • 800Ah lithium battery bank
  • 40 GPH watermaker
  • Under 1,000 hours
  • Owner's Version

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Specifications

NameS/V Mysterium 2
MakeLeopard
Model38
Year2001
TypeMultihull Sailboat
BuilderRobertson and Caine
ConstructionFiberglass
Cabins3
Heads2
GalleyUp

Dimensions

Loa38ft / 11.58m
Lwl36ft / 10.97m
Beam21ft 3in / 6.48m
Headroom6 ft 4 in
Draft3ft 0in / 0.91m
Mast Height61ft 0in

Tankage

Fuel Tanks65 gallons
Water Tanks211 gallons
Holding Tanks36

Performance

Engines2 x 44HP Westerbeke 44B 2010
Engine Hours579 / 640
GeneratorWen 2350 W portable inverter/charger (2024)
Displacement2020 lbs
SailsDoyle fully battened mainsail (2010), Doyle 130% jib (2010), stack pack

Layout Diagram

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Vessel Summary

  • Mysterium 2 is a highly upgraded 2001 Leopard 38 Owner's Version catamaran
  • Two-owner vessel
  • Located at Virgin Gorda Yacht Harbour
  • Non-smoking owners version

Accommodations

  • Three-cabin, two-head layout
  • Main saloon and galley located on the bridgedeck between the hulls
  • Starboard hull: owner’s cabin with a double berth aft, storage lockers, private head and shower
  • Port hull: two guest cabins (one forward and one aft) with a shared head between them
  • Layout separates owner’s accommodations from guest cabins
  • Storage throughout both hulls
  • 6'4" headroom
  • (2) queen berth size cabin forward each with 2-USB
  • (1) double berth size aft cabin w/ walk in shower
  • Custom Tommy Bahama fabric cushions

Interior Comforts and Galley

  • Galley-up w/Corian counter tops
  • Charcoal filtered drinking water
  • LPG Force10 stove/oven
  • Refrigerator/freezer
  • (3) propane tanks
  • Blender
  • Toaster
  • 304 SS Kaama grill
  • Nespresso coffee maker & frother
  • Ice maker
  • Isotherm Water Heater 6.34 Gal / 24L
  • Water Maker
  • Dimming LED over head
  • 2 x Electric Jabsco Par-Max 40 psi waterpumps (switchable)
  • Showers: 2 indoor and one outdoor freshwater shower
  • Toilets: Jabsco large household size x2 new 2022

Electronics and Navigation

  • Raymarine ST8000 autopilot
  • Depth and speed
  • Navionics on iPad (not included)
  • McMurdo SmartFind G8 AIS EPIRB 2 channel w/ GPS locating
  • 2 Garmin legacy chart plotters
  • Uniden VHF & handheld iCom VHF
  • Pyle Bluetooth AM/FM CD 2025 stereo w/(4) stereo speakers

Electrical Systems

  • Solar: 1200 Watts for House Batteries LifePO4 profile, 100 Watts for Starting Batteries
  • Batteries: 800Ah LifePO4 Lithium (4 x 200Ah with 200 Ah BMS) new 2023
  • 1 x spare AGM starting battery
  • Port engine w/120 amp serpentine alternator w/Balmar 618 (spare 110amp w/serpentine pulley & new Balmar 618)
  • Startboard engine w/60amp alternator & spar 60 and spare regulators
  • 2350 watt Wen portable generator Inverter/Charger (new 2024)
  • Victron Cerbo Gx new 2023
  • Victron 12/3000/2X120 amp 3000 watt inverter/charger (5000 watt burst) new 2023
  • Victron MPPT 150/85 new 2023
  • Victron MPPT 75/10 new 2023
  • Victron lynx 1000 distribution bus new 2023
  • Victron lynx 1000 amp battery bus new 2023
  • Victron 1000 amp smart bus
  • 1 x portable battery charger
  • Victron electrical refit with 1,200 watts of solar, an 800Ah LiFePO4 lithium battery bank, 3,000W inverter/charger (descriptive summary)

Deck and Hull Equipment

  • Raised Helm with Excellent visibility and easy access
  • 55lb. Rocna Anchor With 280 ft Chain
  • 45lb. Delta Anchor With 30 ft chain 150ft rode
  • LED Navigation Lights
  • Deck Lights
  • Swim Ladder
  • Dinghy Davits
  • Lifelines
  • Hot/ Cold deck shower
  • X6 Dock Lines
  • X6 Docking Fenders
  • Trampoline new in 2023
  • Multi function arch dinghy lift, solar panel mount plus mount provided for radar or Starlink new 2023
  • Deck Wash Down System

Sails and Rigging

  • Mainsail: Doyle fully battened w/Antel sail cars (2010)
  • Headsail: Doyle 130% jib (2010)
  • Navy Stack Pack
  • Antel Traveler mounted over head (out of the way) on arch above cockpit with lines leading to helm seat to rope clutches & winch
  • Profurl Roller Furling with line leading to helm seat
  • Winches: X2 Harken 40 2-speed, Self-tailing (at Mast) / X2 Harken 46 2-speed / X1 Harken single speed for traveler
  • Mast: Aluminum
  • Main sail, jib sail, spare (spinnaker) and topping lift halyards replaced 2022
  • Lines Led Aft: All (except Main Halyard And Reef Lines) To Pilot Bridge

Mechanical Equipment

  • Lofrans Tigres Windlass – Electric
  • 220v 3 phase 40GPH water maker soft start 1133 watts runs off solar or Wen generator
  • Bilge Pumps: 4 Rule Automatic Bilge Pumps, 2 Manual Whale Bilge Pumps
  • 2 x Electric Whale Gusher sump pumps

Engine Information

  • Powered by twin Westerbeke 44B diesel engines with less than 1,000 hours (descriptive summary)
  • Transmission's have shaft drives with skegged propellers instead of sail drives (owners comment)
  • Cutlass bearings referenced in owners comments (maintenance note)

Dinghy Information

  • 2023 Caribe 10x
  • HIN: CND-OXO20J819
  • 2026 Yamaha E15DMHS 15hp
  • Serial: 1516347
  • Complete Caribe dinghy package with Yamaha outboard (descriptive summary)

Tankage

  • 65 gal fuel tank
  • 2x 18 gal holding tank
  • 211 gal/800L water total in 2 tanks
  • Water: 211 gal
  • Holding: 36 gal
  • Fuel: 66 gal

Safety Equipment

  • McMurdo SmartFind G8 AIS EPIRB 2 channel w/ GPS locating
  • Fire Extinguishers
  • 6 x Life Preservers
  • 6 x Safety Harnesses
  • Orange Survival Ring with reflective tape
  • Flares
  • Binoculars

Additional Gear and Features

  • Custom multifunction dinghy/solar arch (descriptive summary)
  • New trampoline
  • Doyle sails
  • Raymarine autopilot
  • Garmin chartplotters
  • Rocna anchor
  • Complete Caribe dinghy package with Yamaha outboard
  • Raised helm provides visibility of both hulls and forward from helm seat (owners comments)
  • New multiple function arch: dinghy raises straight up & down, pulled in, strapped down to set on rear deck and does NOT require removal of the outboard motor to be removed and full rear visibility
  • 1,200 watt of solar mounted on arch with room for a couple small panels
  • A mount is provided for radar or Starling on arch
  • Victron system refit powering full time 120v AC via inverter/charger (coffee maker, toaster, ice maker, power washer, power tools & water maker) (owners comments)

Boat History

  • Spent most of its life in St Lucia until purchased from original owner's wife
  • After refit has cruised from St Vincent & the Grenadines to Puerto Rico
  • Last 2 seasons sailing in the Spanish, US & British Virgin Islands

Disclaimer

  • The company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel
  • Vessel offered subject to prior sale, price change or withdrawal without notice

Listing

  • Listing MLS by Yachtr.com

Exterior Photos

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Deck Photos

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