“Out of the Blue” 2007 Lightwave 38 Sailing Catamaran for Sale
Australian-Built Owner’s Version Catamaran with Major Recent Sailing Upgrades
Out of the Blue is a 2007 Lightwave 38 sailing catamaran offering the desirable three-cabin owner’s layout, twin Volvo Penta diesels and significant recent investment in her sails, standing rigging and cockpit protection.
Built in Australia and designed by Tony Grainger, the Lightwave 38 combines relatively light displacement with a practical cruising layout in an easily managed 11.30m package.
For buyers looking for a cruising catamaran in Southeast Asia, some of the most important sailing-related expenditure has already taken place: standing rigging was replaced in 2024, the complete sail inventory listed here dates from 2023, and all dodger and camper canvas and clears were replaced in 2024.
Australian registered and currently lying on a mooring beside Yacht Haven Marina in Phuket, Out of the Blue is well positioned for cruising Thailand’s Andaman coast and onward throughout Southeast Asia.
Twin Volvo Penta Diesels
Out of the Blue is powered by twin Volvo Penta D1-30 diesel engines with saildrives, providing the manoeuvrability and redundancy that make cruising catamarans particularly practical.
The engines have approximately 5,263 running hours and were last serviced in 2025.
A Honda 2kW portable petrol generator provides an additional source of electrical power when away from shore.
Owner’s Version – Three Cabins
The owner’s-version configuration provides three cabins with six berths, offering more privacy and owner space than higher-density charter-oriented layouts.
Accommodation includes:
- 3 cabins
- 6 berths
- 2 electric heads
- Portable air-conditioning unit
- Generous saloon and galley
- Sheltered cockpit
The layout works particularly well for a cruising couple who want dedicated owner space while retaining two additional cabins for family or guests.
Practical Cruising Galley
The practical cruising galley includes:
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
- 3-burner gas stove
- Gas oven
- Twin sinks
The cockpit extends the entertaining space outdoors and includes a gas BBQ, particularly useful for tropical cruising and evenings at anchor.
New Sail Inventory in 2023
One of the strongest aspects of Out of the Blue’s specification is the relatively recent sail inventory.
Her sails were all replaced in 2023 and comprise:
- Mainsail – 2023
- Furling genoa – 2023
- Self-tacking jib – 2023
- Spinnaker – 2023
The standing rigging was subsequently replaced in 2024, representing another significant piece of recent investment in the yacht’s sailing systems.
Cockpit Canvas & Clears Replaced in 2024
For tropical cruising, effective protection from both sun and weather can make a considerable difference to comfort aboard.
All dodger and camper canvas and clears were replaced in 2024, creating a more protected cockpit environment whether underway, at anchor or living aboard.
Navigation & Communications
Out of the Blue carries a comprehensive selection of navigation and communications equipment, including:
- Raymarine Coursemaster autopilot
- Raymarine S60 wind instruments
- Vesper AIS
- SIEWA GPS
- ICOM VHF radio
- ICOM HF radio
The inclusion of both VHF and HF communications adds useful capability for yachts intended for longer-distance cruising.
Safety Equipment
Safety equipment includes a liferaft with a stated expiry date in 2027.
A new EPIRB was purchased in 2025, adding another recent upgrade to the yacht’s offshore safety inventory.
As with all safety equipment, servicing and expiry dates should be checked by a buyer before undertaking offshore passages.
New 2026 RIB Tender
The tender package has also recently been upgraded.
A 2.8m RIB was purchased new in 2026 and is paired with a Yamaha 8HP outboard, providing a practical tender combination for accessing beaches, marinas and anchorages.
Recent Maintenance & Upgrades
Significant recent works and equipment include:
- Complete sail inventory replaced – 2023
- Standing rigging replaced – 2024
- Dodger, camper canvas & clears replaced – 2024
- Antifouled – 2025
- Twin Volvo Penta engines serviced – 2025
- New EPIRB – 2025
- New 2.8m RIB tender – 2026
These upgrades are particularly relevant on an established cruising catamaran, with considerable investment having been directed towards her sailing equipment, rigging, cockpit protection and tender.
Why Out of the Blue Stands Out
- 2007 Lightwave 38 sailing catamaran
- Australian built & Australian registered
- Tony Grainger design
- 11.30m LOA
- 6.67m beam
- Shallow 1.10m draft
- Owner’s version
- 3 cabins / 6 berths
- 2 electric heads
- Twin Volvo Penta D1-30 diesels
- Saildrives
- Approx. 5,263 engine hours
- Engines serviced in 2025
- Standing rigging replaced in 2024
- Mainsail new in 2023
- Furling genoa new in 2023
- Self-tacking jib new in 2023
- Spinnaker new in 2023
- Dodger & camper canvas replaced in 2024
- Clears replaced in 2024
- Honda 2kW portable generator
- Portable air-conditioning
- Raymarine autopilot & wind instruments
- Vesper AIS
- ICOM VHF & HF radios
- Fridge & freezer
- 3-burner gas stove & oven
- Cockpit gas BBQ
- Liferaft – expiry stated as 2027
- EPIRB purchased new in 2025
- 2.8m RIB tender new in 2026
- Yamaha 8HP tender outboard
- Antifouled in 2025
Out of the Blue is currently kept on a mooring immediately beside Yacht Haven Marina in Phuket, Thailand, and is available for viewing by appointment.
Her location provides immediate access to the cruising grounds of Phang Nga Bay and the Andaman Sea, while Phuket is also a well-established base for preparing a yacht for longer passages through Southeast Asia and beyond.
💬 Interested? Contact us today for more details, to arrange a viewing, or to discuss worldwide delivery options.
📍 Location: Phuket, Thailand
📞 Contact: Tel: +66 88 660 1281 | WhatsApp: +65 8161 7049 | email: sales@asiayachtbrokers.com
