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2003 Tiara Yachts 3800 Open “Caribbean Soul” 2003 Tiara 3800 Open

41 ft · Fort Lauderdale, FL

$249,000

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2003 Tiara Yachts 3800 Open boat on water near palm trees and houses.

Description

Caribbean Soul is an exceptionally well-equipped 2003 Tiara 3800 Open that blends legendary Tiara craftsmanship with serious offshore capability and refined cruising comfort. Powered by twin 480 HP Cummins diesels, she cruises comfortably at 25–26 knots and features the highly sought-after Plan B layout, offering versatile accommodations for family and guests. Thoughtfully upgraded with Garmin electronics, a Pipewelders tower, premium JL Audio sound system, new batteries (2026), upgraded Balmar alternators, and an inviting teak interior, Caribbean Soul is a turnkey express built for everything from tournament fishing to weekend escapes.

Specifications

Overview

Asking Price
$249,000
Year
2003
Make
Tiara Yachts
Model
3800 Open
Condition
Used
Type
Saltwater Fishing, Sports Fishing Boats, Express Cruiser
Hull Material
Fiberglass
Location
Fort Lauderdale, FLApproximate area

Dimensions & Weight

LOA
40.75 ft (12.4 m)
Nominal Length
38.33 ft (11.7 m)
Beam
14.17 ft (4.32 m)
Draft
3.5 ft (1.07 m)
Dry Weight
22,500 lb (10,206 kg)

Engines & Propulsion

Number of Engines
2
Total Power
960 hp
Total Hours
2,600 hrs
Fuel Type
Diesel
Drive Type
Direct
Engines
2× Cummins 6CTA 8.3 · 480 hp each · 1,300 hrs · Inboard · Direct · 3 Blade

Tankage

Fuel
411 gal (1,556 L)
Fresh Water
110 gal (416 L)
Holding
40 gal (151 L)

Accommodations

Heads
1

Full Details

Accommodations

  • Interior Styling: Teak-and-holly cabin sole, rich wood accents, and robust teak cabinetry.
  • Main Salon: Open-concept layout featuring a large convertible U-shaped settee with a teak and Birdseye maple hi-low table (converts to a double berth).
  • Port Settee: Features a raisable backrest that converts into upper/lower bunk beds for extra guests.
  • Forward Master Stateroom: Private island queen pedestal berth with gas-assist lift storage, large hanging locker, convenience shelves, and private head access.
  • Head: single access (salon and stateroom), molded Corian countertop, vanity, VacuFlush toilet, and separate stall shower with a round acrylic sliding door.

Galley and Appliances

  • Corian countertops with a single-bowl stainless steel sink
  • Two-burner electric cooktop
  • Samsung microwave / convection oven
  • Nova Kool AC/DC refrigerator/freezer
  • Black & Decker SpaceMaker coffee machine

Deck and Cockpit

  • Layout: 147 sq. ft. total space (70 sq. ft. lower fishing cockpit) with self-bailing non-skid fiberglass deck.
  • Seating: Extra-wide back-to-back helm seat with electric slide, curved companion lounge with cooler storage, and an optional fold-down transom lounge seat.
  • Fishing Features: Outriggers, 4 gunwale-mounted rod holders, gunwale rod storage, large in-floor fish/torage boxes, port-side bait prep/tackle center with sink and livewell, and a starboard insulated Frigabar deep freezer.
  • Hardware & Access: Pipewelders hardtop with overhead hatches, three-sided enclosure, opening center helm window, windshield wipers, bow pulpit with Maxwell electric windlass, built-in swim platform, transom door, and a Glendinning Cable Master shore power reel.
  • Mechanical Access: Upper cockpit drop-down hatch and a lower cockpit electric lifting helm deck with new hydraulic rams 2026.
  • Cameras: underwater, engine room,
  • Climate & Comfort: Air-conditioned captain's vent, aft deck sunshade cover, and two Webasto Marine air conditioners (16,000 BTU & 10,000 BTU) with reverse-cycle heat.
  • Aft Deck Icemaker: Icerette
  • Spare Props: 3 bladed

Propulsion and Electrical

  • Engines: Twin Cummins 6CTA 8.3L (480 hp each / 960 hp total)
  • Engine Hours: 1,300
  • Drive Type: Inboard Direct Drive (4-Blade Bronze Propellers)
  • Performance: Cruise 25–26 knots | Top speed ~30 knots
  • Alternators: Upgraded Balmar high-output alternators
  • Generator: Onan 6kW diesel generator (1300 Hours)
  • Batteries: 6 new maintenance free batteries June 2026 with battery charger

Electronics and Navigation

Lower Helm

  • Dual Garmin 8612 Multi-Function Displays (MFDs)
  • Garmin GMI 10 display
  • Simrad Robertson AP22 Autopilot
  • Garmin GMR xHD3 6' open array radar
  • Icom IC-M504 VHF Radio
  • Standard Horizon VLH-3000 Loud Hailer
  • Veritron LCD digital engine gauges
  • ACR remote electric spotlight & 12V plug

Pipewelders Tower

  • Full upper helm station with durable, polished custom aluminum pipe construction.
  • Integrated radar arch, outrigger mounts, rod holders, molded-in navigation lights, and cockpit spreader lights.
  • Garmin GMI 10 display & Veritron LCD digital engine gauges
  • Icom IC-M504 VHF Radio & Compass
  • Kalenberg air horns

Audio, Visual, Lighting

  • Sound System: Fusion Audio system with dual-station control (lower helm and tower buggy top). Three JL Audio amplifiers, JL Audio cockpit and tower speakers (including forward-facing and subwoofers), and Polk speakers behind the helm. Speakers throughout cabin below
  • Television: Sharp Aquos LCD TV in salon (concealed entertainment center) with Toshiba DVD player and KVH TracVision M3.
  • Underwater Lights: Three Lumitech SeaBlaze X2 LED RGB underwater lights.

Photos (21)

  • 2003 Tiara Yachts 3800 Open in a scenic waterfront setting with palm trees.
  • 2003 Tiara Yachts 3800 Open cruising in Fort Lauderdale waters, with palm trees and skyline.
  • 2003 Tiara Yachts 3800 Open docked in a sunny marina setting.
  • 2003 Tiara Yachts 3800 Open helm with navigation controls and wooden steering wheel.
  • 2003 Tiara Yachts 3800 Open boat interior with seating and storage, docked by water.
  • Tiara Yachts 2003 3800 Open dashboard with navigation and control displays.
  • Interior of 2003 Tiara Yachts 3800 Open with dining area and kitchenette.
  • Luxurious interior of a 2003 Tiara Yachts 3800 Open, featuring elegant seating and a compact kitchen.
  • Bathroom interior of 2003 Tiara Yachts 3800 Open, featuring shower and toilet.
  • Luxurious cabin interior of 2003 Tiara Yachts 3800 Open with cozy bedding.
  • Interior of 2003 Tiara Yachts 3800 Open, featuring cozy seating and wooden finishes.
  • Open storage compartment on 2003 Tiara Yachts 3800 Open deck.
  • Engine compartment of a 2003 Tiara Yachts 3800 Open, showing mechanical components and wiring.
  • Bilge compartment of 2003 Tiara Yachts 3800 Open, showcasing plumbing and wiring.
  • Engine compartment of a 2003 Tiara Yachts 3800 Open, showcasing mechanical components.
  • Engine compartment of a 2003 Tiara Yachts 3800 Open, showcasing mechanical components.
  • Engine compartment of a 2003 Tiara Yachts 3800 Open, showcasing dual engines.
  • Engine room of a 2003 Tiara Yachts 3800 Open, showcasing dual engines and equipment.
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