Question 1

What are the specs of the CAPRI 14.2 (CATALINA)?

Accepted Answer

The CAPRI 14.2 (CATALINA) has the following specifications: 14.17ft LOA, 6.17ft beam, 3.51ft draft, 340lb displacement. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Variable.

Question 2

Who built the CAPRI 14.2 (CATALINA) and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by Catalina Yachts (USA), designed by Ted Carpentier/Frank Butler, first built in 1983, 5,200 units were produced.

Question 3

Is the CAPRI 14.2 (CATALINA) good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The CAPRI 14.2 (CATALINA) is classified as a Dinghy. It has a comfort ratio of 3.44, which means it has a sportier ride, better suited for coastal and protected waters. The capsize screening ratio is 3.54, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 4

How fast is the CAPRI 14.2 (CATALINA)?

Accepted Answer

The CAPRI 14.2 (CATALINA) has a sail area to displacement ratio of 36.17, which indicates high performance and good speed potential. The displacement to length ratio is 65.25, making it a light displacement sailboat.

Question 5

How much does it cost to maintain a CAPRI 14.2 (CATALINA)?

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Annual maintenance for a CAPRI 14.2 (CATALINA) is estimated at $300 – $700. 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 CAPRI 14.2 (CATALINA) per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the CAPRI 14.2 (CATALINA) (14.17ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $300 – $700/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $500-$2000/year (based on $unknown average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 14.17ft boat: Florida: $2,600-$6,800/year. California: $2,400-$6,000/year. Massachusetts: $1,800-$4,000/year + $600 winter storage. New York: $1,800-$5,000/year + $600 winter storage. Maryland: $1,700-$3,100/year. Texas: $1,000-$3,100/year. Washington: $2,000-$4,400/year. Michigan: $1,000-$2,200/year + $600 winter storage. North Carolina: $1,500-$3,100/year. South Carolina: $2,200-$4,300/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $2K to $11K 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 CAPRI 14.2 (CATALINA)?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the CAPRI 14.2 (CATALINA) (14.17ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $2,600-$6,800/year. California: $2,400-$6,000/year. Massachusetts: $1,800-$4,000/year + $600 winter storage. New York: $1,800-$5,000/year + $600 winter storage. Maryland: $1,700-$3,100/year. Texas: $1,000-$3,100/year. Washington: $2,000-$4,400/year. Michigan: $1,000-$2,200/year + $600 winter storage. North Carolina: $1,500-$3,100/year. South Carolina: $2,200-$4,300/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 8

What are the common problems with the CAPRI 14.2 (CATALINA)?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 20 issues reported for the CAPRI 14.2 (CATALINA) by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in rigging, hull, structural, deck, 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 CAPRI 14.2 (CATALINA).

Question 9

What should I look for when buying a CAPRI 14.2 (CATALINA)?

Accepted Answer

When buying a CAPRI 14.2 (CATALINA), SailPages.com has compiled 20 model-specific issues reported by owners across rigging, hull, structural, deck, rudder, engine. 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 CAPRI 14.2 (CATALINA) 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 CAPRI 14.2 (CATALINA)?

Accepted Answer

The CAPRI 14.2 (CATALINA) has the following rig dimensions: I=15.58ft (foretriangle height), J=4.99ft (foretriangle base), P=17.26ft (mainsail luff), E=8.5ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 118.1 sq ft. Jib area: 38.9 sq ft.

Question 11

How does the CAPRI 14.2 (CATALINA) compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The CAPRI 14.2 (CATALINA) is classified as a Dinghy by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 14.17ft LOA, comfort ratio 3.44, capsize ratio 3.54, SA/disp 36.17. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	14.17 ft
LWL	13.25 ft
Beam	6.17 ft
Draft	3.51 ft/ 0.33 ft min
Displacement	340 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	4.9 kn

Iforetriangle height	15.58 ft
Jforetriangle base	4.99 ft
Pmainsail luff	17.26 ft
Emainsail foot	8.5 ft
FLforestay	5 ft
Mainsail	118.1 sq ft
Jib (100%)	38.9 sq ft
Spinnaker	66.1 sq ft

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