BRISTOL 24 CORSAIR (SAILSTAR)
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 24.58 ft |
| LWL | 18.08 ft |
| Beam | 8 ft |
| Draft | 3.42 ft |
| Displacement | 5,920 lb |
| Ballast | 3,000.3 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 5.7 kn |
About the BRISTOL 24 CORSAIR (SAILSTAR)
Sold under different names as Sailstar Boats became Bristol Yachts. An inboard engine was available as an option. More than 750 built under both brands. Construction standards, methods and materials varied during this yachts production run. Some have balsa cored decks and the type of ballast may be lead (BRISTOL 24) or iron set in concrete (CORSAIR). aka SAILSTAR CORSAIR. (additional note 7/16) Ballast was always meant to be 3000 lbs. even though it erroneously appears as a lower number in some documentation. (according to Clint Pearson the builder). Thanks to 'Bristol 24' for providing corrections.
Designed by Paul Coble and built by Bristol Yachts/Sailstar Boats (USA) from 1964–1983, the Bristol 24 Corsair (Sailstar) is a classic 24-foot sloop with 750 hulls produced. Its full/long keel and masthead sloop rig provide a stable, traditional cruising platform that remains popular among owners seeking a manageable, well-proven package.
- Best for:
- This boat is ideal for coastal cruisers and weekend warriors who value simplicity and ease of handling, as well as single-handers looking for a manageable, trailerable vessel with a proven track record.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a displacement of 5920.0 lb, a capsize ratio of 1.77, and a full/long keel, the boat offers reasonable offshore stability, though its small size and age suggest it is best suited for protected waters rather than extended bluewater passages.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Cal 24 and O'Day 23, which share similar dimensions, full-keel designs, and roles as entry-level coastal cruisers from the same era.
Direct variant of the BRISTOL 24 CORSAIR (SAILSTAR)
Near-identical models — same hull, builder and designer, re-badged or lightly changed. Specs and owner-reported issues are typically shared across the group, so a sister model's page may carry detail this one doesn't.
Performance
Pricing
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Asking price by model year
13 listings · boat years 1964–1980 · median $4,500
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 24.58ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
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9 reported issues across 6 systems for the BRISTOL 24 CORSAIR (SAILSTAR), compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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