Motor yacht Pershing 38 Prershing 38,MYKONOS South coast,SANTORINI,PAROSea 840hp review
Yacht · 39 ft (12 m) · Mikonos
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Key specs
- Builder
- Pershing 38
- Model
- Prershing 38,MYKONOS South coast,SANTORINI,PAROSea
- Length
- 39 ft (12 m)
- Guests
- 12
Verdict
The Pershing 38 is a sleek, driver-focused sports yacht with strong pace and sharp styling for its size. It suits day cruising and short coastal hops better than long family stays, with comfort and interior volume limited by the compact 39-foot platform.
Pros
- +Distinctive Pershing styling and sporty profile
- +Strong performance for a 38–39 ft planing yacht
- +Responsive handling suited to coastal cruising
- +Good outdoor social space for day use
- +Twin-engine setup offers confident maneuvering
Cons
- −Cabin and interior volume are limited
- −Best suited to short trips rather than extended cruising
- −Fuel use can be high at speed
- −Open sports layout gives less weather protection
- −Package is more performance-oriented than spacious
The Pershing 38 is a compact Italian sports cruiser built around speed, style and open-air entertaining. Its long, low profile and aggressive lines are typical of the brand, giving it a premium look that still feels purposeful rather than purely decorative.
On the water, the design favors quick acceleration, lively planing behavior and precise helm response. With twin diesel power in the 840 hp range on the listing, it should deliver the punch expected of a Pershing in this size class, making it well suited to island runs and fast coastal transfers. The trade-off is that ride comfort and noise levels will be more performance-minded than serene, especially compared with larger flybridge yachts.
Comfort and livability are the main compromises. A 39-foot open yacht can offer useful deck space and a pleasant dayboat layout, but cabin space is necessarily tight, and the published charter setup suggests limited overnight accommodation relative to larger motor yachts. As a result, it makes more sense as a high-quality day charter or short-break boat than as a spacious family cruiser.
In value terms, the Pershing 38 appeals most to buyers or charter guests who prioritize image, speed and handling over volume. It is not the most practical yacht in its class, but it delivers a focused ownership and charter experience that remains relevant for Mediterranean use.
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