Question 1

What are the specs of the AMERICAN 28 MOTOR-SAILER?

Accepted Answer

The AMERICAN 28 MOTOR-SAILER has the following specifications: 27.5ft LOA, 7.98ft beam, 2.33ft draft, 6,300lb displacement, 1,600.2lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

How much does a AMERICAN 28 MOTOR-SAILER cost?

Accepted Answer

The AMERICAN 28 MOTOR-SAILER has an average asking price of $159,000, with prices ranging from $159,000 to $159,000 based on 1 listings.

Question 3

Who built the AMERICAN 28 MOTOR-SAILER and when was it made?

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Built by American Mariner Industries (USA), designed by Arthur S. Henry, first built in 1977.

Question 4

Is the AMERICAN 28 MOTOR-SAILER good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The AMERICAN 28 MOTOR-SAILER is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 24.1, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.73, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the AMERICAN 28 MOTOR-SAILER?

Accepted Answer

The AMERICAN 28 MOTOR-SAILER has a sail area to displacement ratio of 11.29, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 191.25, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a AMERICAN 28 MOTOR-SAILER?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a AMERICAN 28 MOTOR-SAILER is estimated at $1.2K – $3.3K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 7

How much does it cost to own a AMERICAN 28 MOTOR-SAILER per year?

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Annual cost of ownership for the AMERICAN 28 MOTOR-SAILER (27.5ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.2K – $3.3K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $1450-$2550/year (based on $159,000 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 27.5ft boat: Florida: $5,000-$13,200/year. California: $4,600-$11,600/year. Massachusetts: $3,500-$7,700/year + $1,100 winter storage. New York: $3,500-$9,600/year + $1,100 winter storage. Maryland: $3,300-$5,900/year. Texas: $2,000-$5,900/year. Washington: $4,000-$8,600/year. Michigan: $1,900-$4,200/year + $1,100 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,000-$5,900/year. South Carolina: $4,300-$8,300/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $5K to $22K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 8

How much does it cost to dock a AMERICAN 28 MOTOR-SAILER?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the AMERICAN 28 MOTOR-SAILER (27.5ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $5,000-$13,200/year. California: $4,600-$11,600/year. Massachusetts: $3,500-$7,700/year + $1,100 winter storage. New York: $3,500-$9,600/year + $1,100 winter storage. Maryland: $3,300-$5,900/year. Texas: $2,000-$5,900/year. Washington: $4,000-$8,600/year. Michigan: $1,900-$4,200/year + $1,100 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,000-$5,900/year. South Carolina: $4,300-$8,300/year. Rates are per foot per month multiplied by boat length. Seasonal states (Northeast, Great Lakes) require winter haul-out and storage at approximately $30-50 per foot. Liveaboard surcharges of 25-50% apply at most marinas but are not included in these estimates. Mooring balls are typically 40-55% less than slip costs. Source: SailPages.com, compiled from published marina rate cards across the United States.

Question 9

What are the common problems with the AMERICAN 28 MOTOR-SAILER?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 1 issues reported for the AMERICAN 28 MOTOR-SAILER by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in rudder, each rated by severity (critical, major, minor). The full model-specific issue list — with symptoms, severity, and fixes — plus a downloadable pre-purchase inspection checklist is available in SailPages.com's report for the AMERICAN 28 MOTOR-SAILER.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a AMERICAN 28 MOTOR-SAILER?

Accepted Answer

When buying a AMERICAN 28 MOTOR-SAILER, SailPages.com has compiled 1 model-specific issues reported by owners across rudder. Always hire a SAMS or NAMS accredited marine surveyor — SailPages.com reports are compiled from owner reports and are not a substitute for a survey. The downloadable report for the AMERICAN 28 MOTOR-SAILER includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 11

How does the AMERICAN 28 MOTOR-SAILER compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The AMERICAN 28 MOTOR-SAILER is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 27.5ft LOA, comfort ratio 24.1, capsize ratio 1.73, SA/disp 11.29, average price $159,000. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	27.5 ft
LWL	24.5 ft
Beam	7.98 ft
Draft	2.33 ft
Displacement	6,300 lb
Ballast	1,600.2 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.6 kn

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