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COLUMBIA 31

COLUMBIA 31

Columbia Yachts🇺🇸· Design: Charles Morgan
$23,348 avg$14,500 – $44,990 (4 listings)1965–196897 built
$1.6K – $4.2K est. annual maintenance
Offshore CruisermonoMasthead SloopVariableFull/Long

Specifications

Hull

LOA30.5 ft
LWL21.5 ft
Beam9.83 ft
Draft7 ft/ 3.08 ft min
Displacement8,500 lb
Ballast3,400 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL6.2 kn

Rig & Sails

Iforetriangle height37.5 ft
Jforetriangle base11.33 ft
Pmainsail luff33 ft
Emainsail foot14.5 ft
FLforestay11.3 ft
Mainsail439.9 sq ft
Jib (100%)201.1 sq ft
Spinnaker341.9 sq ft

About the COLUMBIA 31

Derived from the Morgan designed 'TIGER CUB'(1963?). TALL MAST: I: 37.5' J: 11.33' P: 33.0' E: 14.5'

Sailpages Buyer's Take

Designed by Charles Morgan and built by Columbia Yachts (USA) from 1965–1968, the Columbia 31 is a classic full-keel sloop with a production run of 97 hulls. This data-driven synthesis highlights its reputation as a robust coastal cruiser with significant structural maintenance needs, particularly regarding the keel and deck.

Best for:
This boat suits traditionalists and coastal cruisers who value a heavy, stable platform with a 381.82 D/L ratio and are prepared for ongoing maintenance of vintage systems.
Bluewater capability:
With a low capsize ratio of 1.93 and a full keel, the Columbia 31 is structurally capable of offshore passages, though its age and reported deck core issues require careful verification of structural integrity before bluewater use.
Comparables:
Comparable to other 1960s full-keel designs like the Cal 30 or O'Day 30, it shares similar displacement and beam characteristics but distinguishes itself with a higher build count and specific structural quirks.

Performance

Comfort25.9
Capsize1.93
SA/Disp16.3
Disp/Len382
Bal/Disp40.0

Estimated Value

Low Confidence
Based on 4 listings
Low
$12,665
Estimated Value
$13,170
High
$18,646
Inflation-adjusted to 2026 USD

Estimated Cost of Ownership

Based on 30.5ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.

$/ft/mo
Annual Maintenance
$1.6K – $4.2K
Hull, rigging, sails, engine service
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Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection

20 reported issues across 9 systems for the COLUMBIA 31, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.

5 critical8 major7 minor
Hull4Engine4Structural4Rudder2Rigging2Deck1Keel1Electrical1Plumbing1

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