Question 1

What are the specs of the BUCCANEER 255?

Accepted Answer

The BUCCANEER 255 has the following specifications: 25ft LOA, 8ft beam, 2.67ft draft, 4,070lb displacement, 1,575.1lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Masthead Sloop. Keel: Fin.

Question 2

Who built the BUCCANEER 255 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Bayliner Marine Corp (USA), designed by Gary Mull/Bayliner, first built in 1978.

Question 3

Is the BUCCANEER 255 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The BUCCANEER 255 is classified as a Coastal Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 17.52, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 2.01, which is acceptable for offshore use.

Question 4

How fast is the BUCCANEER 255?

Accepted Answer

The BUCCANEER 255 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 15.36, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 184.88, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a BUCCANEER 255?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a BUCCANEER 255 is estimated at $1.0K – $2.6K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 6

How much does it cost to own a BUCCANEER 255 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the BUCCANEER 255 (25ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $1.0K – $2.6K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 25ft boat: Florida: $4,500-$12,000/year. California: $4,200-$10,500/year. Massachusetts: $3,200-$7,000/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,200-$8,800/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $3,000-$5,400/year. Texas: $1,800-$5,400/year. Washington: $3,600-$7,800/year. Michigan: $1,800-$3,900/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,700-$5,400/year. South Carolina: $3,900-$7,500/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $3K to $20K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 7

How much does it cost to dock a BUCCANEER 255?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the BUCCANEER 255 (25ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $4,500-$12,000/year. California: $4,200-$10,500/year. Massachusetts: $3,200-$7,000/year + $1,000 winter storage. New York: $3,200-$8,800/year + $1,000 winter storage. Maryland: $3,000-$5,400/year. Texas: $1,800-$5,400/year. Washington: $3,600-$7,800/year. Michigan: $1,800-$3,900/year + $1,000 winter storage. North Carolina: $2,700-$5,400/year. South Carolina: $3,900-$7,500/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 8

What are the common problems with the BUCCANEER 255?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 3 issues reported for the BUCCANEER 255 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in rudder, rigging, keel, 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 BUCCANEER 255.

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a BUCCANEER 255?

Accepted Answer

When buying a BUCCANEER 255, SailPages.com has compiled 3 model-specific issues reported by owners across rudder, rigging, keel. 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 BUCCANEER 255 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 10

What are the sail dimensions of the BUCCANEER 255?

Accepted Answer

The BUCCANEER 255 has the following rig dimensions: I=30.61ft (foretriangle height), J=9.58ft (foretriangle base), P=26.48ft (mainsail luff), E=8.32ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 265.6 sq ft. Jib area: 146.6 sq ft.

Question 11

How does the BUCCANEER 255 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The BUCCANEER 255 is classified as a Coastal Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 25ft LOA, comfort ratio 17.52, capsize ratio 2.01, SA/disp 15.36. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	25 ft
LWL	21.42 ft
Beam	8 ft
Draft	2.67 ft
Displacement	4,070 lb
Ballast	1,575.1 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.2 kn

Iforetriangle height	30.61 ft
Jforetriangle base	9.58 ft
Pmainsail luff	26.48 ft
Emainsail foot	8.32 ft
FLforestay	9.6 ft
Mainsail	265.6 sq ft
Jib (100%)	146.6 sq ft
Spinnaker	249.3 sq ft

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