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GIB'SEA 372

GIB'SEA 372

Gilbert Marine🇫🇷· Design: Joubert - Nivelt
1987–1991116 built
$2.0K – $5.3K est. annual maintenance
Offshore CruisermonoMasthead SloopFin

Specifications

Hull

LOA35.76 ft
LWL30.51 ft
Beam11.97 ft
Draft5.91 ft
Shoal Draft1.40 ft
Displacement12,125 lb
Ballast4,408.6 lb
Material21.0
Hull speed1.34·√LWL7.4 kn

Rig & Sails

Iforetriangle height44.28 ft
Jforetriangle base13.08 ft
Pmainsail luff39.42 ft
Emainsail foot12.75 ft
FLforestay13.1 ft
Mainsail561 sq ft
Jib (100%)289.6 sq ft
Spinnaker492.3 sq ft

Accommodation

Cabins2
Berths5
Heads6
Water84.5 L
Fuel21.1 L
CE categoryN/A€

About the GIB'SEA 372

Sailpages Buyer's Take

Designed by Joubert-Nivelt and built by Gilbert Marine (FRA) between 1987 and 1991, the Gib'Sea 372 is a robust cruising sloop with a production run of 116 hulls. Owner reports highlight its reputation for solidity and comfort, though potential buyers must be vigilant regarding structural integrity in the deck and keel areas.

Best for:
This boat is best suited for coastal cruisers and those seeking a comfortable, stable platform for extended weekend trips or moderate offshore passages, particularly those who value a well-proportioned interior and reliable performance.
Bluewater capability:
With a displacement of 12125.0 lb and a low capsize ratio of 2.09, the Gib'Sea 372 is well-regarded for bluewater cruising, offering excellent stability and seakeeping characteristics for offshore passages.
Comparables:
Comparable boats from this era include the Hallberg-Rassy 37 and the Beneteau 373, as they share similar displacement, beam, and a focus on safe, comfortable cruising rather than high-performance racing.

Performance

Comfort21.4
Capsize2.09
SA/Disp16.5
Disp/Len191
Bal/Disp36.4

ORC Performance Data(1 certificate)

Measured performance data from ORC (Offshore Racing Congress) certificates.

Polar Diagram

2468100°30°60°90°120°150°180°WIND
4kn6kn8kn10kn12kn14kn16kn20kn24knbeat VMGrun VMG

Boat speed (kn) vs. true wind angle. Source: ORC

Racing Ratings

GPH686.4 s/miOSN659.8

Triple Number

LowMedHighOffshore0.73431.00141.1447Inshore0.56720.80690.9527

ORC Measured

Displacement5400 kg (11907 lb)Wetted surface27.2 m² (293 ft²)Stability index-1.0

Sail Areas (ORC)

Main28.2 m² (303 ft²)Genoa36.7 m² (395 ft²)Spinnaker82.2 m² (884 ft²)

Speed Table (kn)

TWA \ TWS468101214162024
52°3.24.55.56.26.66.97.07.07.0
60°3.54.85.86.56.97.17.27.37.3
75°3.65.06.06.77.07.37.57.77.8
90°3.54.96.06.87.27.47.68.08.2
110°3.65.06.27.07.47.78.08.48.7
120°3.54.96.06.87.37.78.18.79.2
135°3.14.45.56.57.17.57.98.79.6
150°2.63.84.95.86.67.17.58.29.0
Beat VMG2.02.93.64.14.54.84.84.94.7
Run VMG2.23.34.25.05.86.46.97.68.3

Pricing

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Estimated Cost of Ownership

Based on 35.76ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.

$/ft/mo
Annual Maintenance
$2.0K – $5.3K
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Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection

6 reported issues across 5 systems for the GIB'SEA 372, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.

3 critical3 minor
Hull2Deck1Rudder1Keel1Electrical1

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