The sleek lines of the Cruisers 3870 Esprit masks one of the more innovative interiors seen in a boat of this type. A scaled-down version of the company’s 4270 Esprit (1998–2003), what’s notable about the floorplan of the 3870 is her unique amidships stateroom with its standup dressing area, built-in TV, and a private head with shower. The wide-open salon includes a convertible sofa/dinette and a full-service galley with all the amenities. A draw curtain separates the forward island berth from the main cabin, while a bulkhead door insures privacy in the aft stateroom. Notably, the main head contains a separate stall shower. Topside accommodations include an L-shaped lounge opposite the helm, a U-shaped seating area aft, and a built-in wet bar to port. A hatch in the cockpit sole provides access to a rather compact engine compartment, and the deep swim platform is designed to support a personal watercraft. With twin 310hp MerCruiser 7.4-liter gas engines (with V-drives) will cruise at 18 knots (mid-to-high 20s top).
1998 Cruiser 3870 Espirit
- LOA: 43’3”
- Length: 40’8”
- Beam: 13’6”
- Draft: 3’
- Weight: 19,500#
- Fuel: 300 gallons
- Water: 75 gallons
- Waste: 50 gallons
- Hull: Modified V
- Deadrise: 16°
- Twin Mercruiser 454 MPI
- Port - 237 Hours
- Starboard - 237 Hours
- Windlass w/Helm Control
- Full Camper Canvas
- Cockpit Carpet
- Entertainment Center
- Double Wide Helm Seat
- Forward Island Berth
- Amidships Stateroom
- Private Head & Shower
- Refrigerator & Freezer
- Microwave & Cook Top
- A/C & Heat
- VacuFlush Head