Sessa C38

"Bella Barca", a striking example of the Italian-designed Sessa C38. With her sleek lines, , luxurious interior finish and hardtop sunroof, she blends Mediterranean styling with renowned build quality. The C38 is a beautifully proportioned sports cruiser — stylish, capable, and surprisingly spacious. From her generous cockpit seating and convertible sun pad to the high-gloss interior and two private cabins, she offers refined comfort with true cruising performance.

Lovingly maintained, showing pride of ownership and benefiting from Coppercoat antifouling, a new canvas enclosure (2023), and a well-appointed specification.

Design & Performance

This Italian-built sports cruiser features a deep-V planing hull, delivering confident handling and a smooth ride. She's powered by twin Volvo Penta D4-300 diesel engines (2 x 300hp) with stern drives, offering cruising speeds between 26 and 28 knots, and a top speed of 36 knots. At displacement speed, she boasts an extended range of up to 600 nautical miles, or 280nm at planing speed. A tunnel-type bow thruster (60kg thrust) makes close-quarters manoeuvring easy, and her Coppercoat antifouling provides long-term hull protection with minimal maintenance.

Comfortable Interior Living

The interior is bright and contemporary, featuring a spacious saloon with wraparound seating, a convertible table/berth, and a TV. The well-equipped galley includes an electric hob, grill, stainless steel sink, fridge, and microwave. Accommodation comprises two generous private cabins: a forward master with an island double berth, and a flexible midships guest cabin that can be configured as a double or twin. The heads compartment includes an electric flush toilet and separate shower. Throughout the boat, you'll find quality, durable upholstery, teak flooring, laminate cabinetry, heating, fitted blinds, and excellent storage.

Stylish Cockpit & Deck Layout

The cockpit is finished in teak and features a removable teak table, a convertible sunpad, and stylish moulded seating. A retractable hardtop sunroof opens up the space beautifully, complemented by a full canvas enclosure new in 2023. Additional touches include a wet bar with grill, telescopic retractable swim platform, and ample storage on both port and starboard sides. She also comes with a Zodiac 2.3m tender and Suzuki 2.5hp outboard.

Navigation & Systems

Navigation is handled via a Raymarine C120 chartplotter, with additional support from a Raymarine ST600+ autopilot, VHF radio, and compass. Entertainment is provided by a Fusion stereo system, while a remote searchlight aids visibility. Electrical systems include shore power, a battery charger, five batteries (4 service + 1 auxiliary), dual alternators, and engine-driven charging. There's also an electric engine hatch lift for ease of access.

Safety & Other Notes

Safety features include bilge pumps, a 6-person liferaft (service lapsed), and automatic engine fire extinguishers (not currently in service). The anchor is operated via a bow-mounted electric windlass. The boat is currently berthed at Noss Marina, and keys are held in the marina office for easy access.

Owners comments: "Over the past three years, Bella Barca has been our escape, our cherished home from home. We've taken real pride in maintaining her to the same high standard set by her previous owner. Although ill health has limited our time aboard, we’ve done everything possible to ensure her upkeep has never been compromised. A motor cruiser of this quality deserves diligent care, and that’s exactly what she’s had."

Brokers comments: This exceptional-quality Sessa C38 belies her age thanks to the meticulous care she’s received both inside and out. With just 196 hours on the engines, coppercoated hull, and minimal onboard living use, she compares favourably to examples five years younger — or more.