COMET 383
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 38.71 ft |
| LWL | 30.51 ft |
| Beam | 11.81 ft |
| Draft | 6.4 ft |
| Displacement | 13,889 lb |
| Ballast | 5,070.9 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 7.4 kn |
About the COMET 383
Similar to Comet 111.
The Comet 383 is a rare, high-performance cruising sloop designed by Groupe Finot and built by Comar (ITA) between 1985 and 1986, with only 28 hulls produced. Its scarcity and specific production window make it a unique find in the market, requiring careful verification of build details.
- Best for:
- This boat suits experienced sailors seeking a fast, responsive coastal cruiser with strong performance characteristics, rather than those prioritizing heavy bluewater comfort or novice-friendly handling.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a displacement of 13889.0 lb and a capsize ratio of 1.97, the boat is structurally sound for offshore passages, though its fin keel and performance bias suggest it is better suited for coastal and nearshore cruising than heavy ocean voyaging.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the Beneteau First 36.7 and the O'Day 38, as they share similar era, size, and performance-oriented cruising roles, though the Comet's Finot design offers distinct handling traits.
Performance
ORC Performance Data(2 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 | 5.7 | 6.3 | 6.7 | 6.8 | 6.8 | 6.8 |
| 60° | 5.0 | 6.0 | 6.6 | 6.9 | 7.0 | 7.0 | 7.0 |
| 75° | 5.3 | 6.2 | 6.8 | 7.0 | 7.2 | 7.3 | 7.4 |
| 90° | 5.3 | 6.4 | 6.9 | 7.3 | 7.5 | 7.7 | 7.9 |
| 110° | 5.1 | 6.2 | 6.8 | 7.2 | 7.5 | 7.8 | 8.4 |
| 120° | 4.8 | 5.9 | 6.7 | 7.1 | 7.5 | 7.8 | 8.5 |
| 135° | 4.3 | 5.3 | 6.3 | 6.9 | 7.2 | 7.6 | 8.3 |
| 150° | 3.7 | 4.7 | 5.5 | 6.2 | 6.6 | 7.0 | 7.5 |
| Beat VMG | 3.1 | 3.7 | 4.2 | 4.5 | 4.6 | 4.7 | 4.6 |
| Run VMG | 3.2 | 4.0 | 4.8 | 5.3 | 5.8 | 6.4 | 7.1 |
Pricing
We don't have market pricing data for the COMET 383 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 38.71ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
We don't have enough data on the COMET 383yet 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 383? 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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