Question 1

What are the specs of the CORONADO 15?

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The CORONADO 15 has the following specifications: 15.33ft LOA, 5.67ft beam, 3.67ft draft, 385lb displacement. Hull type: mono. Rig: Fractional Sloop. Keel: Variable.

Question 2

How much does a CORONADO 15 cost?

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The CORONADO 15 has an average asking price of $1,700, with prices ranging from $1,700 to $1,700 based on 1 listings.

Question 3

Who built the CORONADO 15 and when was it made?

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Built by Catalina Yachts (USA), designed by Frank Butler, first built in 1968, 3,800 units were produced.

Question 4

Is the CORONADO 15 good for offshore sailing?

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The CORONADO 15 is classified as a Dinghy.  The capsize screening ratio is 3.12, which is best suited for coastal cruising.

Question 5

How fast is the CORONADO 15?

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The CORONADO 15 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 42.07, which indicates high performance and good speed potential.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a CORONADO 15?

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Annual maintenance for a CORONADO 15 is estimated at $300 – $900. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 7

How much does it cost to own a CORONADO 15 per year?

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Annual cost of ownership for the CORONADO 15 (15.33ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $300 – $900/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $0-$50/year (based on $1,700 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 15.33ft boat: Florida: $2,800-$7,400/year. California: $2,600-$6,400/year. Massachusetts: $1,900-$4,300/year + $600 winter storage. New York: $1,900-$5,400/year + $600 winter storage. Maryland: $1,800-$3,300/year. Texas: $1,100-$3,300/year. Washington: $2,200-$4,800/year. Michigan: $1,100-$2,400/year + $600 winter storage. North Carolina: $1,700-$3,300/year. South Carolina: $2,400-$4,600/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $1K to $10K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 8

How much does it cost to dock a CORONADO 15?

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Marina slip costs for the CORONADO 15 (15.33ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $2,800-$7,400/year. California: $2,600-$6,400/year. Massachusetts: $1,900-$4,300/year + $600 winter storage. New York: $1,900-$5,400/year + $600 winter storage. Maryland: $1,800-$3,300/year. Texas: $1,100-$3,300/year. Washington: $2,200-$4,800/year. Michigan: $1,100-$2,400/year + $600 winter storage. North Carolina: $1,700-$3,300/year. South Carolina: $2,400-$4,600/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 9

What are the common problems with the CORONADO 15?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 28 issues reported for the CORONADO 15 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in structural, hull, rigging, 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 CORONADO 15.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a CORONADO 15?

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When buying a CORONADO 15, SailPages.com has compiled 28 model-specific issues reported by owners across structural, hull, rigging, 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 CORONADO 15 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 11

How does the CORONADO 15 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The CORONADO 15 is classified as a Dinghy by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 15.33ft LOA, capsize ratio 3.12, SA/disp 42.07, average price $1,700. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	15.33 ft
Beam	5.67 ft
Draft	3.67 ft/ 0.33 ft min
Displacement	385 lb

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