1992 Beneteau Oceanis 370

Step below and you immediately feel how solid and quiet this Oceanis is, even at the dock. The wide beam carries well aft, giving the saloon a surprisingly open, almost modern feel for an early-’90s cruiser. Under sail, the hull has that classic Beneteau groove: quick to accelerate, yet forgiving if you’re a touch casual with the helm. Storage is generous in both cabins, so week-long trips don’t feel like an exercise in compromise. Many of these 370s earned reputations as honest, sailor’s boats—simple systems, sensible access to the engine and seacocks, and a hull form that behaves predictably when the breeze pipes up or the chop gets short and square.

This Oceanis 370 is well-suited to the warm, shallow-water cruising grounds common in the region. Its moderate draft and responsive steering make it comfortable threading through sandbars, channels, and tight marina fairways. The roomy cockpit and generous shade potential are ideal for long afternoons under a strong sun, while the airy interior and two-cabin layout work nicely for overnight guests or family crews. Ventilation is excellent, and the combination of reliable auxiliary power and easily managed sail plan lets you handle afternoon squalls or light-air days without drama. It’s a capable coastal cruiser that still feels manageable for a short-handed or transitioning crew.