FANDANGO 33
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 32.75 ft |
| LWL | 25 ft |
| Beam | 10.33 ft |
| Draft | 5.58 ft |
| Displacement | 10,000 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 6.7 kn |
About the FANDANGO 33
Later called the JOUET 33.
The Fandango 33 is a classic French cruiser designed by Yves Mareschal and built by Arcoa-Jouet (FRA) between 1971 and 1979. With a displacement of 10000.0 lb and a comfort ratio of 25.22, it offers a balanced blend of performance and stability for its era.
- Best for:
- This boat suits coastal cruisers and weekend sailors who value a comfortable, stable platform with manageable dimensions. Its 32.75 ft LOA and 10.33 ft beam make it trailerable and easy to dock, appealing to those seeking a manageable classic.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a capsize ratio of 1.92 and a D/L ratio of 285.71, the Fandango 33 is primarily a coastal cruiser rather than a dedicated bluewater passagemaker. Its fin keel and moderate displacement suggest it is best suited for protected waters and short offshore passages.
- Comparables:
- Comparable boats include the O'Day 32 and Pearson 303, which share similar production eras and coastal cruising roles. These vessels offer similar beam-to-length ratios and masthead sloop rigs, providing a familiar sailing experience.
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 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 20 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 52° | 2.9 | 4.0 | 4.9 | 5.4 | 5.8 | 6.1 | 6.2 | 6.3 | 6.2 |
| 60° | 3.2 | 4.3 | 5.1 | 5.7 | 6.1 | 6.3 | 6.4 | 6.5 | 6.5 |
| 75° | 3.3 | 4.4 | 5.3 | 5.9 | 6.3 | 6.5 | 6.6 | 6.8 | 6.9 |
| 90° | 3.2 | 4.5 | 5.4 | 6.1 | 6.4 | 6.6 | 6.7 | 7.0 | 7.2 |
| 110° | 3.4 | 4.6 | 5.6 | 6.3 | 6.6 | 6.9 | 7.1 | 7.4 | 7.5 |
| 120° | 3.2 | 4.5 | 5.5 | 6.2 | 6.6 | 6.9 | 7.2 | 7.6 | 7.9 |
| 135° | 2.8 | 4.0 | 5.1 | 5.9 | 6.4 | 6.8 | 7.1 | 7.6 | 8.3 |
| 150° | 2.4 | 3.5 | 4.5 | 5.4 | 6.1 | 6.5 | 6.8 | 7.3 | 8.0 |
| Beat VMG | 1.8 | 2.6 | 3.2 | 3.6 | 3.9 | 4.1 | 4.2 | 4.2 | 4.1 |
| Run VMG | 2.1 | 3.0 | 3.9 | 4.7 | 5.3 | 5.9 | 6.3 | 6.9 | 7.4 |
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 32.75ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
We don't have enough data on the FANDANGO 33yet 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.
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