1979 Bertram 38 Convertible yacht on calm water, surrounded by trees and houses.

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1979 Bertram 38 Convertible boat named "FISHA-TRACTOR" in a serene waterway setting.

1979 Bertram 38 Convertible boat named "Fish Tractor" in a scenic waterway.

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1979 Bertram 38 Convertible boat docked, featuring spacious fishing deck and seating.

1979 Bertram 38 Convertible boat deck with fishing chair and storage box.

1979 Bertram 38 Convertible boat sink area with storage and faucet.

1979 Bertram 38 Convertible boat cockpit with steering wheel and control panel.

1979 Bertram 38 Convertible helm with steering wheel, gauges, and navigation equipment.

1979 Bertram 38 Convertible boat interior with white seating and wooden console.

1979 Bertram 38 Convertible boat docked, featuring a spacious deck and flybridge.

1979 Bertram 38 Convertible yacht deck with sunlit water reflection.

Interior of a 1979 Bertram 38 Convertible yacht with kitchen and blue sofa.

1979 Bertram 38 Convertible yacht kitchen with wood cabinets, stove, and floral curtains.

1979 Bertram 38 Convertible kitchen with open drawers and visible storage.

1979 Bertram 38 Convertible kitchen with stove and oven, floral curtains, and wooden cabinetry.

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1979 Bertram 38 Convertible interior with sink, seating, and stairs leading to cabin.

1979 Bertram 38 Convertible cabin interior with blue bedding, storage, and sink.

1979 Bertram 38 Convertible cabin with blue bedding and floral curtains.

Engine room of a 1979 Bertram 38 Convertible boat, showing mechanical components and storage.

Engine room of a 1979 Bertram 38 Convertible boat with various mechanical components.

Engine room of a 1979 Bertram 38 Convertible boat, showing equipment and maintenance supplies.

Engine room of a 1979 Bertram 38 Convertible boat, showcasing mechanical components and wiring.

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Engine room of a 1979 Bertram 38 Convertible boat, showcasing mechanical components.

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Engine room of a 1979 Bertram 38 Convertible boat, showcasing its machinery.

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1979 Bertram 38 Convertible

Name: 1979 Bertram 38 Convertible
Brand: Bertram
Price: 69900 USD
Availability: InStock

| 38'

Pascagoula, MS 39567

$69,900

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Engine

John Deere 6076 AFM

Total Power

600hp

Engine(s) Hours

1530

Class

Sport Fishing

Length

38ft

Year

1979

Model

38 Convertible

Capacity

What Owners Say

Bertram 38 Convertible owners consistently praise the boat’s confident offshore feel and the solid, seaworthy character that comes with the classic Bertram hull. The twin John Deere diesel setup fits the kind of dependable, long-range cruising and fishing performance owners value in this class. A two-cabin, one-head layout gives the boat useful overnight comfort without losing its fishing-first personality. The 12.5-foot beam supports a roomy, practical feel that works well for entertaining, gear, and time aboard. As a 38 Convertible, this one stands out for combining the brand’s respected ride with a straightforward, versatile sportfishing layout.

Owner Highlights

Offshore Ride

Twin Diesels

Two Cabins

Convertible Layout

Wide Beam

Boat Details

Description

Classic 38 Bertram Convertible battlewagon re-powered in 2000 with reliable and efficient John Deere diesel engines. Generator was replaced in 2022 as a major re-fit was being completed which included hull paint, interior cosmetics, and an extensive list of repairs, updates, and projects to make "Fisha-Tractor" reliable, insurable, and a pleasure to fish or cruise well into the future. Seller has spent last few years on and off refitting this boat due to overseas work.

Recent Survey available!

Engine hours are a low 1530 and running strong!

Major Refit Completed 2022

New engine turbochargers (2025)
New 8D batteries (2025)
New fiberglass and hose exhaust for main engines
New freshwater tank and pump
New CO2 fire suppression system and bottle
New fuel lines
Engine room painted
New hoses/drain system
New generator
New generator raw water strainer with new valve
New generator deck and enclosure
Steering table and bearings re-built
Lazarette gel-coated and painted
New stereo speakers
New teleflex shift and throttle cables
Hull painted
New boot stripe painted
Rubrail re-painted
Hull below waterline blasted, faired, blisters repaired
New Interprotect E-2000 epoxy barrier coat (2 coats)
New Petit bottom paint (2 coats)
New zinc anodes
Shafts pulled, turned, rebuilt and trued
Stuffing boxes pulled turned, trued, reinstalled with new hoses and clamps
Rudders pulled, stuffing boxes repacked
Steering table rebuilt
New underwater lights installed
All bilge areas cleaned and painted
EPEX water system installed
All unnecessary wiring removed
New cockpit cover

Measurements

Dimensions

Length:38ft

Length Overall:38ft

Max Draft:4ft

Beam:12.5ft

Tanks

Fresh Water Tanks:100gal

Fuel Tanks:400gal

Holding Tanks:10gal

Accommodations

Cabins:2

Heads:1

Propulsion

Engine 1

Engine Make:John Deere

Engine Model:6076 AFM

Engine Year:2000

Total Power:300hp

Engine Hours:1530

Engine Type:inboard

Drive Type:direct

Fuel Type:diesel

Engine 2

Engine Make:John Deere

Engine Model:6076 AFM

Engine Year:2000

Total Power:300hp

Engine Hours:1530

Engine Type:inboard

Drive Type:direct

Fuel Type:diesel

More Details

Vessel Walkthrough

Fishing:

(2) Electric reel outlets
(8) Flush mount rod holdersTackle storage/bait prep station with sink
Freshwater washdown
Saltwater washdown
Pompanette 50 Class fighting chair
Schaeffer double spreader outriggers
Free standing fiberglass coffin fish box
Cockpit lighting
Utility rack
Tuna door

Hull and Deck:

Hullsides painted
Bow rail
Bow pulpit
Windlass
Brow cover
Nav lights
Danforth anchor with oversize chain and tackle
(3) Underwater lights
Transom door
Cockpit storage port and starboard
Fiberglass back deck
Fiberglass swim platform
Shade awning
Cockpit coaming bolsters
Stainless ladder to bridge with starboard steps
Stern light
Cockpit cover
Access hatches to fuel tank, generator, and (2) lazarette
Trim tabs

Helm:

Autopilot
Hynautic steering
Furuno FV-192 sounder
Garmin plotter/sounder
Furuno open array radar
Rudder indicator
Floscan tach/fuel flow meters
(2) VHF radios
Bench seat starboard of helm chair
Lounge seating forward of helm
(3) Sided Eisenglass enclosure with zipouts
Half tower
120v LED cockpit flood lights
Spotlight
Six rod holder rack
EPIRB

Salon:

Settee with storage (2025)
New carpet (2025)
New curtains (2025)
12v/110v Ship's main electrical panel
LCD TV
Air conditioner
Overhead rod storage
Sliding salon door
Storage cabinet with roll-away facing
Stereo controls
Overhead lighting
New ceramic heat barrier window tint
Galley to starboard

Galley:

Cabinet and storage drawers
New (2) drawer stainless refrigerator
Sub Zero freezer
Stainless sink
Microwave
Princess electric stovetop with oven
Exhaust fan
Overhead lighting

Companionway:

New carpet on floor/steps
Head to starboard
Guest stateroom to port
Owner stateroom forward
Bilge access hatch
200gpm Bilge pump with float
Under-deck sanitary controls, macerator, and sanitation tank
Bilge lighting

Master Stateroom:

V-Berth with storage drawers
Closet with hanging storage
Air Conditioner controls (reverse cycle heat)
Anchor locker access
New curtains
New bedding, slip covers, etc.
Sink with new faucet
Medicine cabinet
Lighting
New carpet

Guest Stateroom:

Over/under bunks
New curtains
New mattress slip covers
Reverse cycle heat/AC
Closet with hanging storage
Lighting
New carpet

Head / Shower:

New Princess head with new seawater supply pump
Shower with new controls
Lighting for the shower
Lighting in the counter sink
Storage cabinets
New hydromat flooring
Solar-powered vent fan
Bilge access to shower sump

Mechanical and Electrical:

Twin 2000 John Deere 6067 AFM 300hp turbocharged 6cyl diesel engines
Twin Disc 1.5:1 gears
20gph @ 20mph
5gph @ trolling speed
(2) 8D Batteries
200gpm bilge pump
Consta-volt multi-battery charger
Main battery isolation panel
Overhead 12v/110v lighting
Water anti-surge tank
20gal 110v water heater
Freshwater spigot
(2) Blowers
FloScan system
Racor 1000 series fuel water separator filters
Battery parallel system
Emergency engine room fire dump
Perko sea strainers for main engines with new valves
(2) Cruisair reverse cycle heat/air conditioners
Raw water pump for AC with sea strainer and new valve
New Groco oil change pump (2026)

Spares

Spare shaft
Spare set of propellers, ready for use
Spare engine anodes
Spare helm - needs seal repair
Spare steering ram - needs seal repair
Spare Buss fuses
Spare engine fuel system o-rings (John Deere stock)
Extra Racor filters

Mechanical Disclaimer

Engine hours are as of the date of the original listing and are a representation of what the listing broker is told by the owner and/or actual reading of the engine hour meters. The broker cannot guarantee the true hours. It is the responsibility of the purchaser and/or his agent to verify engine hours, warranties implied or otherwise and major overhauls as well as all other representations noted on the listing brochure.

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. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.