Question 1

What are the specs of the GOZZARD 31?

Accepted Answer

The GOZZARD 31 has the following specifications: 36.17ft LOA, 11ft beam, 4.42ft draft, 12,000lb displacement, 4,800lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Cutter. Keel: Full/Long.

Question 2

How much does a GOZZARD 31 cost?

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The GOZZARD 31 has an average asking price of $112,467, with prices ranging from $64,900 to $162,500 based on 3 listings.

Question 3

Who built the GOZZARD 31 and when was it made?

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Built by North Castle Marine Ltd. (CAN), designed by Ted Gozzard, first built in 1990.

Question 4

Is the GOZZARD 31 good for offshore sailing?

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The GOZZARD 31 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 26.19, which means it offers moderate comfort, good for coastal cruising and some offshore work. The capsize screening ratio is 1.93, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the GOZZARD 31?

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The GOZZARD 31 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 18.59, which indicates moderate performance suitable for cruising. The displacement to length ratio is 304.8, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a GOZZARD 31?

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Annual maintenance for a GOZZARD 31 is estimated at $2.0K – $5.5K. 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 GOZZARD 31 per year?

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Annual cost of ownership for the GOZZARD 31 (36.17ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $2.0K – $5.5K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $1000-$1800/year (based on $112,467 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 36.17ft boat: Florida: $6,500-$17,400/year. California: $6,100-$15,200/year. Massachusetts: $4,600-$10,100/year + $1,400 winter storage. New York: $4,600-$12,700/year + $1,400 winter storage. Maryland: $4,300-$7,800/year. Texas: $2,600-$7,800/year. Washington: $5,200-$11,300/year. Michigan: $2,500-$5,600/year + $1,400 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,900-$7,800/year. South Carolina: $5,600-$10,900/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $6K to $29K 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 GOZZARD 31?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the GOZZARD 31 (36.17ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $6,500-$17,400/year. California: $6,100-$15,200/year. Massachusetts: $4,600-$10,100/year + $1,400 winter storage. New York: $4,600-$12,700/year + $1,400 winter storage. Maryland: $4,300-$7,800/year. Texas: $2,600-$7,800/year. Washington: $5,200-$11,300/year. Michigan: $2,500-$5,600/year + $1,400 winter storage. North Carolina: $3,900-$7,800/year. South Carolina: $5,600-$10,900/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 GOZZARD 31?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 4 issues reported for the GOZZARD 31 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in deck, structural, hull, electrical, 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 GOZZARD 31.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a GOZZARD 31?

Accepted Answer

When buying a GOZZARD 31, SailPages.com has compiled 4 model-specific issues reported by owners across deck, structural, hull, electrical. 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 GOZZARD 31 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 GOZZARD 31 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The GOZZARD 31 is classified as a Offshore Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 36.17ft LOA, comfort ratio 26.19, capsize ratio 1.93, SA/disp 18.59, average price $112,467. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	36.17 ft
LWL	26 ft
Beam	11 ft
Draft	4.42 ft
Displacement	12,000 lb
Ballast	4,800 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	6.8 kn

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