COMET 1000
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 31.99 ft |
| LWL | 27.23 ft |
| Beam | 10.76 ft |
| Draft | 5.91 ft |
| Displacement | 10,141 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.0 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Iforetriangle height | 41.9 ft |
| Jforetriangle base | 12.89 ft |
| Pmainsail luff | 36.42 ft |
| Emainsail foot | 10.99 ft |
| FLforestay | 12.9 ft |
| Mainsail | 486.2 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 270.1 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 459.1 sq ft |
About the COMET 1000
The Comet 1000 is a 31.99 ft masthead sloop designed by Groupe Finot and built by Comar Yachts (ITA) from 1979–1983. With a displacement of 10141.0 lb and a comfort ratio of 23.1, this vessel offers a balanced blend of performance and stability typical of late-70s European cruising designs.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and weekend sailors who prioritize a manageable 31-foot package with proven Finot design heritage. Its moderate displacement and fin keel configuration make it accessible for couples or small families seeking reliable offshore capability without excessive weight.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 1.99 and a D/L ratio of 224.23, the Comet 1000 demonstrates solid offshore stability and seaworthiness for protected waters and moderate ocean passages.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Beneteau First 30 and O'Day 302, which share similar production eras and displacement ranges. These vessels offer similar masthead sloop rigs and coastal cruising capabilities, providing alternative options with potentially different interior layouts.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(3 certificates)
Measured performance data from ORC (Offshore Racing Congress) certificates.
Polar Diagram
Boat speed (kn) vs. true wind angle. Source: ORC
Racing Ratings
Triple Number
ORC Measured
Sail Areas (ORC)
Speed Table (kn)
| TWA \ TWS | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 20 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52° | 4.8 | 5.6 | 6.2 | 6.4 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 6.5 |
| 60° | 5.1 | 5.9 | 6.3 | 6.5 | 6.7 | 6.7 | 6.8 |
| 75° | 5.3 | 6.1 | 6.5 | 6.7 | 6.9 | 7.0 | 7.1 |
| 90° | 5.2 | 6.1 | 6.5 | 6.8 | 7.0 | 7.2 | 7.5 |
| 110° | 5.1 | 6.1 | 6.6 | 6.9 | 7.3 | 7.5 | 7.8 |
| 120° | 5.0 | 6.0 | 6.6 | 6.9 | 7.2 | 7.5 | 8.1 |
| 135° | 4.6 | 5.5 | 6.3 | 6.7 | 7.0 | 7.3 | 8.0 |
| 150° | 3.9 | 4.9 | 5.7 | 6.3 | 6.7 | 7.0 | 7.6 |
| Beat VMG | 3.2 | 3.8 | 4.2 | 4.5 | 4.6 | 4.6 | 4.5 |
| Run VMG | 3.4 | 4.2 | 5.0 | 5.6 | 6.2 | 6.6 | 7.2 |
Pricing
We don't have market pricing data for the COMET 1000 yet. If you own one, help other buyers — what did you pay for it? Reports build a community price estimate over time.
Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 31.99ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
We don't have enough data on the COMET 1000yet to publish model-specific findings we'd stand behind — but here's a free general inspection checklist, built from our research into what actually goes wrong on boats of this kind.
Drawn from 7,029 documented issues across 2,391 models, ordered so the areas that most often turn up problems come first.
Own a COMET 1000? Reports from owners are what turn this into a model-specific checklist — and they're the reason the boats above it have one.
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